Bihar ITI CAT Admit Card 2026 is officially released at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in! Download your hall ticket for the May 17 entrance exam.
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the admit cards for the Industrial Training Institute Competitive Admission Test (ITI CAT) 2026. This state-level entrance exam is the gateway for students seeking admission into various technical and vocational trades across government ITIs in Bihar.
With the examination scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2026, candidates must download their hall tickets immediately to verify their allotted exam centers and reporting times. Below is a complete guide on how to secure your admit card and the essential rules for exam day.
Bihar ITI CAT 2026: Key Dates & Details
| Event | Important Dates |
| Notification Release | March 15, 2026 |
| Online Application Window | March 16 – April 27, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | May 10–11, 2026 |
| Bihar ITI CAT Exam Date | May 17, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | July 2026 (Expected) |
How to Download Bihar ITI CAT Admit Card 2026
The BCECEB has activated the download link on its official portal. Follow these steps to get your copy:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Navigate to ITICAT Portal: Look for the “Online Portal of ITICAT-2026” or the link “Download Admit Card of ITICAT-2026.”
- Choose Login Method: You can download the hall ticket using:
- Option 1: Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Option 2: Email ID and Password.
- Enter Credentials: Input your details and the security ‘Captcha’ code shown on the screen.
- Submit & Print: Click on “Sign In.” Your admit card will appear. Verify all details—including your name, photograph, and signature—and take a clear printout on an A4 sheet.
Essential Documents for the Exam Center
To gain entry into the examination hall, you must carry the following:
- Printed Admit Card: A physical copy is mandatory (digital copies on phones are not allowed).
- Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or School/College ID.
- Photographs: It is advisable to carry 2-3 recent passport-size photographs (matching the one uploaded in the application).
- Stationery: A blue or black ballpoint pen for filling the OMR sheet.
Exam Pattern & Qualifying Criteria
The ITI CAT is an objective-type test designed to evaluate basic aptitude and knowledge.
- Total Questions: 150 (50 questions each from Mathematics, General Science, and General Knowledge).
- Total Marks: 300 (2 marks per correct answer).
- Negative Marking: There is no negative marking, so candidates are encouraged to attempt all questions.
- Duration: 2 Hours 15 Minutes.
Important Exam Day Guidelines
- Reporting Time: Arrive at the center at least 60 minutes before the start of the exam for biometric registration and security checks.
- Prohibited Items: Mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, and study materials are strictly banned.
- Admit Card Verification: If you find any discrepancy in your admit card details, contact the BCECEB office in Patna immediately for corrections before the exam date.
- Seats Available: This year, admissions are being conducted for approximately 33,108 seats across various ITI institutions in Bihar.
