Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Syllabus 2027
Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Syllabus
JCECE 2025 Syllabus Overview
The JCECE 2025 exam syllabus is based on the Class 12 CBSE Science syllabus. The exam is conducted for three subject groups: PCB, PCM, and PCMB. The syllabus covers Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology.
The exam will be held in April 2025. Candidates should start their preparation now. Different subject groups apply to different courses.
Subject Groups and Courses
- PCB Group (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) – For admission to B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.V.Sc and A.H, B.H.M.S., B.F.Sc (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)
- PCM Group (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) – For admission to B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Tech (Dairy Technology, Agriculture Engineering)
- PCMB Group (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology) – For admission to B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.V.Sc and A.H, B.H.M.S., B.Tech (Dairy Technology), B.F.Sc (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)
JCECE 2025 Exam Syllabus
The JCECE exam focuses completely on the NCERT syllabus of Class 12. Candidates are advised to study NCERT books thoroughly for better preparation.
Mathematics Syllabus
A total of 50 Multiple Choice Questions will be asked from Mathematics. Each question carries 1 mark.
| Units | Chapters |
|---|---|
| Relations and Functions | Relations and Functions, Inverse Trigonometric Functions |
| Algebra | Matrices, Determinants |
| Calculus | Continuity and Differentiability, Applications of Derivatives, Integrals, Applications of the Integrals, Differential Equations |
| Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry | Vectors, Three-dimensional Geometry |
| Linear Programming | Linear Programming |
| Probability | Probability |
Biology Syllabus
A total of 50 Multiple Choice Questions will be asked from Biology. Each question carries 1 mark.
- Diversity in Living World
- Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants
- Cell Structure and Function
- Plant Physiology
- Human Physiology
- Reproduction
- Genetics and Evolution
- Biology and Human Welfare
- Biotechnology and Its Applications
- Ecology and environment
Physics Syllabus
A total of 50 Multiple Choice Questions will be asked from Physics. Each question carries 1 mark.
| Units | Chapters |
|---|---|
| Electrostatics | Chapter 1: Electric Charges and Fields, Chapter 2: Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance |
| Current Electricity | Chapter 3: Current Electricity |
| Magnetic Effect of Current & Magnetism | Chapter 4: Moving Charges and Magnetism, Chapter 5: Magnetism and Matter |
| Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Current | Chapter 6: Electromagnetic Induction, Chapter 7: Alternating Current |
| Electromagnetic Waves | Chapter 8: Electromagnetic Waves |
| Optics | Chapter 9: Ray Optics and Optical Instruments, Chapter 10: Wave Optics |
| Dual Nature of Matter | Chapter 11: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter |
| Atom & Nuclei | Chapter 12: Atoms, Chapter 13: Nuclei |
| Electronic Devices | Chapter 14: Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits |
| Communication Systems | Chapter 15: Communication Systems |
Chemistry Syllabus
A total of 50 Multiple Choice Questions will be asked from Chemistry. Each question carries 1 mark.
JCECE 2025 Exam Pattern
The JCECE 2025 exam will have 150 or 200 MCQs depending on the subject group. Each MCQ carries 1 mark. The total marks are 150 for the PCB and PCM groups and 200 for the PCMB group.
| Subject | Number of Questions (MCQs) |
|---|---|
| PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | Physics = 50, Chemistry = 50, Biology = 50 |
| PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) | Physics = 50, Chemistry = 50, Mathematics = 50 |
| PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology) | Physics = 50, Chemistry = 50, Mathematics = 50, Biology = 50 |
JCECE 2025 Chemistry Syllabus
The Chemistry syllabus covers 16 units. The table below lists the units and their specific topics.
| Units | Topics |
|---|---|
| Solid State | - |
| Solutions | - |
| Electrochemistry | - |
| Chemical Kinetics | - |
| Surface Chemistry | - |
| General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements | - |
| "p"-Block Elements | Group 15 Elements, Group 16 Elements, Group 17 Elements, Group 18 Elements |
| "d" and "f" Block Elements | Lanthanide, Actinoids |
| Coordination Compounds | - |
| Haloalkanes and Haloarenes | Haloalkanes, Haloarenes |
| Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers |
| Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids | Aldehydes and Ketones, Carboxylic Acids |
| Organic compounds containing Nitrogen | Amines, Cyanides and Isocyanides, Diazonium salts |
| Biomolecules | Carbohydrates, Proteins, Vitamins, Nucleic Acids |
| Polymers | - |
| Chemistry in Everyday life | Chemicals in medicines, Chemicals in food, Cleansing agents |
JCECE 2025 Important Topics
Questions can come from almost every chapter in each subject. The following important topics can help you decide where to put extra effort.
Mathematics: Hyperbola, Parabola, 3D Geometry, Matrices Determinants, Area under Curve, Calculus, Quadratic Equation, Complex Number, Probability.
Chemistry: Biomolecules, Chemical Bonding, S, P, D, F-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, Chemical Kinetics, Solutions, Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers.
Physics: Modern Physics, Thermal Physics, Ray Optics, Rotational Motion, Kinematics, Alternating Current and Wave Optics. Formula-based questions are more important.
Biology: PGR, Human Health and Disease, Cell, Biological Classification, Reproduction, The Living World.
JCECE 2025 Preparation Tips
You will get 3 hours for 150 questions and 4 hours for 200 questions. Practise questions daily with a time limit to measure your progress in speed and accuracy.
All subjects are equally important because an equal number of questions is asked from each. Focus on every subject equally.
- In Mathematics, focus more on 3D Geometry, Matrices Determinants, Area under Curve, Calculus, Quadratic Equations, Complex Numbers, Probability, Hyperbola and Parabola.
- In Physics, study formula-based questions, as past years' trends show these are asked repeatedly.
- In Biology, study PGR, Human Health and Disease, Cell, Biological Classification and Reproduction more. Prepare Living World-related questions such as national parks, dates and scientific names.
- In Chemistry, Biomolecules, Chemical Bonding, S, P, D, and F-Block Elements are the most important topics.
Questions from these topics are asked repeatedly, so focus on them more. Solve previous years' questions and MCQs to understand the question pattern. Daily practice of question papers can increase your speed and accuracy.
Recommended Books for JCECE 2025
NCERT textbooks for each subject are essential for exam preparation. The following books are also recommended.
| Books | Author |
|---|---|
| Problems in General Physics | I E Irodov |
| Concept of Physics (Set of 2 Volumes) | H C Verma |
| General Aptitude: Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning | GKP |
| General Aptitude Theory and Practice | Ajay Kumar |
| 16 years solved papers JCECE Engineering Entrance | Arihant |
These books can be referred to for previous years' questions.
Recommended Books for JCECE Preparation
These are the books recommended for JCECE preparation. All the books listed are published by Arihant Experts.
| Subject | Book Name | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 14 year solved papers & 5 mock tests | Arihant Experts |
| Chemistry | 14 Years' Solved Papers & 5 Mock Tests JCECE Medical | Arihant Experts |
| General | JCECE Engineering Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Exam: 11 Years' Solved Papers & 5 Mock Tests | Arihant Experts |
| Biology | 13 Years' Solved Papers & 5 Mock Tests JCECE Medical | Arihant Experts |
JCECE Exam Topic-Wise Weightage
JCECEB does not release topic-wise weightage. The list below is based on previous years' trends and is provided for your understanding.
The number of questions may differ in the actual exam.
Chemistry Weightage
| Topics | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| P, S, D, F block | 5-6 questions |
| Chemical Bonding | 4-5 questions |
| Hydrocarbon, Halogen, Derivatives | 1-2 questions |
| Complex Compound | 2-3 questions |
| Electro Chemistry | 1-2 questions |
| Reaction Mechanism | 4-5 questions |
| Equilibrium( acid based) | 3-4 questions |
| Thermodynamics | 1-2 questions |
| Chemical Kinetics | 4-5 questions |
| Atomic Structure | 1-2 questions |
| Solutions | 2-3 questions |
| biomolecules | 4-7 questions |
| Mole Concepts | 4-5 questions |
| Nitrogen Compound | 1-2 questions |
| Polymers | 1-2 questions |
| Surface Chemistry | 1-2 questions |
| States of Matter | 1-2 questions |
Physics Weightage
| Topics | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Modern Physics | 4-5 questions |
| Thermal Physics | 4-5 questions |
| Magnetism | 2-3 questions |
| Current Electricity | 2-3 questions |
| Semiconductor | 2-3 questions |
| Ray Optics | 5-6 questions |
| Rotational Motion | 4-5 questions |
| Gravitation | 1-2 questions |
| Kinematics | 5-8 questions |
| Fluid Mechanics | 2-3 questions |
| Alternating Current | 4-5 questions |
| Wave Motion | 1-2 questions |
| Wave Optics | 4-5 questions |
Biology Weightage
| Topics | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Biotech and Genetics | 8-10 questions |
| Ecology | 8-10 questions |
| Plant Diversity | 8-10 questions |
| Plant Physiology | 8-10 questions |
| Cell Cycle & Cell Division | 10-12 questions |
| Animal Reproduction | 4-5 questions |
| Reproduction of Plant | 6-8 questions |
| Plant Morphology | 3-4 questions |
| Animal Diversity | 4-5 questions |
| Evolution | 3-4 questions |
| Endocrine | 3-5 questions |
| Respiratory | 2-3 questions |
| Human Health and Disease | 5-7 questions |
Mathematics Weightage
| Topics | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Sets | 1-2 questions |
| Probability | 1-2 questions |
| Complex Number | 3-4 questions |
| Binomial Theorem | 3-4 questions |
| Derivatives | 1-2 questions |
| Continuity and Differentiability | 2-3 questions |
| Height and Distance, Equation, Integration | 3-4 questions |
| Quadratic Equation | 1-2 questions |
| Area under Curves | 4-5 questions |
| Target and Normal | 2-3 questions |
| Maxima and Minima | 3-5 questions |
| Vector | 3-4 questions |
| Hyperbola | 4-5 questions |
| Parabola | 7-8 questions |
| 3D Geometry | 4-5 questions |
| Straight Lines | 2-3 questions |
| Determinants | 4-5 questions |
| Trigonometry Equation | 2-3 questions |
JCECE Previous Year Question Papers
Previous years' questions play an important role in your preparation. Practising PYQs helps you understand the question pattern and prepare accordingly.
JCECE Previous Year Question Papers
Previous year question papers are available for download in PDF format. The table below lists the papers by year and subject.
| Year | Subject | Question Paper PDF |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ENGG Physics | Download PDF |
| 2022 | Chemistry | Download PDF |
| 2019 | Chemistry (Set 1) | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Physics & Chemistry Set 1 | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Physics & Chemistry Set 2 | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Physics & Chemistry Set 3 | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Physics & Chemistry Set 4 | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Mathematics | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Mathematics | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Mathematics | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Mathematics | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Biology | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Biology | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Biology | Download PDF |
| 2018 | Biology | Download PDF |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much time do I need to cover the entire JCECE exam syllabus?
You will need at least 5-6 months to be prepared for the exam. Sufficient time is needed to crack this exam as you need to give at least two revisions of the whole learning.
What will be the difficulty level of the JCECE 2025 exam?
The difficulty level of this exam is moderate. Therefore, you must take time and prepare hard for this exam. Previous years’ question papers can help you in this matter.