JCECEB Merit List 2026 for the 1st Round of Online Counselling has been officially released on 05/07/2026 by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board. Candidates who registered for B.E./B.Tech admission counselling using their JEE (Main) 2026 scores can now download the merit list PDF from the official JCECEB website. The merit list contains your rank, category-wise position, and other critical details needed for the choice-filling process. This article is based on the official notification released by JCECEB.
Key Highlights of JCECEB Merit List 2026
- The state merit list was released on 05/07/2026 in PDF format on the official JCECEB website.
- Merit ranking is based solely on your JEE (Main) 2026 Final Total NTA Score and All India Rank.
- The list includes your application number, roll number, name, category, rank, and category-wise position.
- Candidates are eligible to proceed to choice filling only after verifying their name and rank in the merit list.
- The merit list is provisional; final seat allotment depends on your choices and seat availability.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JCECEB Counselling Registration | May 2026 onwards |
| JCECEB Merit List 2026 (1st Round) Released | 05/07/2026 |
| Choice Filling and Seat Allotment Schedule | To be notified |
How to Download the JCECEB Merit List 2026
- Open the official JCECEB website: jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Counselling or Notice/Downloads section on the homepage.
- Look for the link titled “State Merit List based on JEE (Main) 2026 for 1st Round of Online Counselling.”
- Click the link to open the merit list PDF.
- Use Ctrl+F (Find function) in your PDF reader to search for your Application Number or Roll Number.
- Verify your name, rank, score, and category details carefully.
- Download and save a copy of the PDF for your records.
Details Shown in Your Merit List Entry
The JCECEB Merit List 2026 displays the following information for each candidate:
- Application Number – Your unique identifier in the counselling system
- JEE (Main) Roll Number – Your exam roll number from NTA
- Name, Gender, and Date of Birth – Personal details
- Category – General, EWS, BC-I, BC-II, SC, ST, or other applicable category
- JEE (Main) Final Total NTA Score – Your total marks out of 300
- All India Rank (AIR) – Your position among all JEE (Main) candidates nationally
- State Merit Rank and Category-Wise Rank – Your position in Jharkhand and within your category
- Special Ranks – If applicable: EWS Rank, PTG Rank, SMQ Rank, TFW Rank, Supernumerary Rank
- Remarks – Any special notes related to your eligibility or documents
Before You Proceed to Choice Filling
- Verify that your name, roll number, score, and category in the merit list match your JEE (Main) scorecard and registration data exactly.
- If you find any discrepancy (wrong name, incorrect score, or category error), report it to JCECEB immediately through the official contact channels provided on their website.
- Confirm that your Jharkhand local/domicile status and category certificate are valid and uploaded correctly during registration, as these affect your merit position.
- Keep your JEE (Main) Admit Card, Scorecard, and all original documents ready for document verification at the designated counselling centre.
- Note that the merit list is provisional; final seat allotment depends on your choices and seat availability, not just your rank.
What You Should Do Right Now
Check the official merit list immediately using your application number. Once you locate your entry, note your state merit rank and category rank-these determine your priority for seat allotment. Download and print a copy of the merit list page showing your rank and save it securely. Do not rely on temporary notes or screenshots; keep the official PDF safe because you will need it during choice filling and document verification. Start gathering all required original documents (Class 10 and 12 certificates, category certificate if applicable, domicile certificate for Jharkhand quota, and photo ID) so you are ready when choice-filling dates are announced.
What Happens After the Merit List
Once the merit list is released, JCECEB will announce the schedule for online choice filling in the next counselling notice. During choice filling, you will log into the official portal using your application number and password, then select and rank your preferred institutes and engineering branches in order of preference. After choice filling closes, JCECEB will conduct seat allocation based on your rank, category, choices, and seat availability. Candidates who are allocated a seat will then be called for document verification at designated centres. After verification, you must report to your allotted institute to secure your admission.
Important Instructions Before Choice Filling
- Always verify your rank, name, and category in the official JCECEB PDF. Do not trust unofficial sources, websites, or social media.
- The merit list is released progressively by round; check the official website regularly for Round 2 and subsequent lists if applicable.
- Discrepancies in name, rank, or category must be reported to JCECEB before choice filling begins; corrections cannot be made after choice filling opens.
- Keep your registered mobile number and email active; JCECEB sends all counselling updates, choice-filling links, and allotment results through these channels.
- Document verification dates and centres are announced separately; failing to attend on the specified date may lead to forfeiture of your allocated seat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How is the JCECEB Merit List 2026 prepared?
Ans. The merit list is prepared strictly based on your JEE (Main) 2026 Final Total NTA Score and All India Rank (AIR). JCECEB does not conduct a separate state-level entrance test; the list uses your national JEE (Main) score to rank candidates for Jharkhand B.E./B.Tech counselling.
Q2. What does it mean if my name appears in the JCECEB Merit List 2026?
Ans. If your name appears in the merit list, you are eligible to participate in JCECEB’s online counselling process for B.E./B.Tech admission. However, appearing in the merit list does not guarantee a seat; your final admission depends on your rank, category, the choices you fill, and seat availability at institutes.
Q3. Can my parents check my rank in the merit list even if I am away?
Ans. Yes. Your parents can visit the official JCECEB website and download the merit list PDF using your application number. However, all further counselling steps-choice filling, document verification, and reporting to the institute-must be done by you or with your explicit authorisation, as the registration is in your name.
Q4. I found an error in my name or category in the merit list. What should I do?
Ans. Contact JCECEB immediately through the official helpline or email provided on their website. Report the specific error (wrong name, incorrect category, or score mismatch) along with your application number and supporting documents. Corrections must be requested before choice filling opens, as changes cannot be made after choice filling begins.
Q5. What if I missed the merit list release date? Can I still participate in counselling?
Ans. If you registered for counselling during the registration period, you will be included in one of the merit lists (Round 1, Round 2, or later rounds) based on your eligibility. Check the official website regularly for updates on subsequent round schedules. However, if you did not register at all, you cannot participate in JCECEB counselling for that year.
Q6. Does my position in the All India Rank (AIR) determine my allotment, or does JCECEB have a separate rank?
Ans. JCECEB prepares a state-level merit rank based on your All India Rank (AIR) from JEE (Main). Your state merit rank, combined with your category and choices, determines seat allotment. A higher AIR (lower number) generally means a better state merit rank, but your final allotment also depends on the choices you fill and seat availability.
Q7. What happens if I do not fill in my choices within the deadline?
Ans. If you do not fill out and lock your choices by the announced deadline, you forfeit your chance to participate in that round of counselling. You may still be eligible for subsequent rounds if JCECEB conducts them, but your priority decreases with each passing round. Missing the choice-filling deadline is one of the main reasons candidates lose their seats.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| Download Merit List PDF (1st Round) | Download PDF |
