The Bihar D.El.Ed 1st Merit List 2026 has been released by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) for admission to the D.El.Ed 2026-28 session. Along with the first selection list, BSEB has also released the institute-wise Round 1 cutoff list, showing the score at which candidates were allotted seats in different colleges.
The first merit list and cutoff were released on 27 August 2026. Candidates who were allotted a seat through the first list had to complete admission and document verification between 27 and 31 August 2026.
The cutoff is not the same for every college. It changes according to the college, faculty, category and sub-category. Therefore, candidates should check the exact institute-wise cutoff instead of relying only on an overall expected cutoff.
Bihar D.El.Ed 1st Merit List Cut Off 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | Bihar D.El.Ed Joint Entrance Test 2026 |
| Admission Session | 2026-28 |
| Conducting Body | Bihar School Examination Board |
| 1st Merit List | 27 August 2026 |
| 1st Cutoff List | 27 August 2026 |
| Admission Based on 1st List | 27-31 August 2026 |
| Cutoff Type | Institute, Faculty & Category Wise |
| Main Faculties | Science and Arts/Commerce |
| Official Portal | bsebdeled.com |
Bihar D.El.Ed Cutoff 2026: Science vs Arts/Commerce
The Round 1 data indicates that Science seats were generally more competitive than Arts/Commerce seats at several government institutes.
For example, at Forbesganj, the Unreserved Science cutoff was 86.951 compared with 78.586 for Unreserved Arts/Commerce. At Sonpur, the difference was even more noticeable, with 83.683 for Science and 64.685 for Arts/Commerce.
However, these differences vary by college, category and sub-category. Candidates should therefore avoid using one college’s cutoff to estimate another college’s cutoff.
Category-Wise Bihar D.El.Ed Cutoff 2026
The BSEB cutoff list contains separate entries for categories and sub-categories. The main categories include:
- Unreserved (UR)
- BC
- EBC
- EWS
- SC
- ST
- WBC
The cutoff list can also contain sub-category entries such as Studied Urdu, Differently Abled and Dependent, wherever applicable.
This means that two candidates with the same entrance-test score may have different admission outcomes depending on their category, faculty and selected college.
Bihar D.El.Ed 1st Merit List 2026: How to Check Cutoff
Candidates can check the first merit list and institute-wise cutoff through the official Bihar D.El.Ed portal.
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Open the official Bihar D.El.Ed admission portal at bsebdeled.com.
Step 2: Open the First Merit List Link
On the homepage, look for the link related to D.El.Ed Admission 1st Merit List 2026.
Step 3: Login
Enter the required login details such as your application number and password/date of birth, as applicable on the portal.
Step 4: Check Your Allotment
After login, check whether a college has been allotted to you in the first selection list.
Step 5: Check the Institute-Wise Cutoff
Open the Round 1 Institute-Wise Cutoff List and search for your college code or institute name.
Step 6: Match Your Category and Faculty
Check the exact combination of Faculty, Category and Sub-Category before comparing your score with the cutoff.
What Does the Bihar D.El.Ed Cutoff List Contain?
The institute-wise cutoff list provides more information than just the closing score. It can include:
- College Code
- Institute Name
- Faculty
- Category
- Sub-Category
- Score
- Overall Rank
- Category Rank
Therefore, candidates should check the complete row corresponding to their college and category.
Bihar D.El.Ed Qualifying Marks vs Admission Cutoff
Candidates should not confuse the minimum qualifying marks with the college admission cutoff.
The official Bihar D.El.Ed portal mentions 42 marks for General category candidates and 36 marks for reserved categories as the minimum qualifying scores. However, admission to a government college can require substantially higher marks because seats are allotted according to merit and choices.
For instance, the Round 1 Unreserved Science cutoff at Forbesganj reached 86.951, far above the minimum qualifying score.
What If Your Name Is Not in the 1st Merit List?
Candidates who were not selected in the first merit list do not necessarily lose their chance of admission.
According to the notified counselling schedule, the second selection list is scheduled for 5 September 2026, followed by the second-round admission period from 5 to 8 September 2026. A third selection list is scheduled for 12 September 2026.
Candidates who remain unselected should check the next selection list and follow the choice-filling instructions available on the official portal.
Bihar D.El.Ed 1st Merit List 2026: Important Points
- The first merit/selection list was released on 27 August 2026.
- The institute-wise Round 1 cutoff was also released with the admission process.
- Cutoff marks differ according to college, faculty and category.
- Science generally recorded higher closing scores at many government institutes.
- The highest highlighted Unreserved Science cutoff was 86.951 at DIET Forbesganj.
- Minimum qualifying marks and admission cutoff are different.
- Candidates should check their exact category and sub-category before comparing scores.
- Candidates not selected in Round 1 can participate in the subsequent selection process as per BSEB’s schedule.
Bihar D.El.Ed College-Wise Cutoff 2026
Faculty (Arts/Comm ya Science) ke liye bhi search box me type kar sakte hain.
| Code | Institute | Faculty | Category | Score | Rank |
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Bihar D.El.Ed 1st Merit List Cutoff 2026 FAQs
1. What is the Bihar D.El.Ed Government College Cutoff 2026?
The Bihar D.El.Ed Government College Cutoff 2026 is the closing score at which candidates were allotted seats in government D.El.Ed institutes during the first counselling round.
2. Is Bihar D.El.Ed cutoff different for every government college?
Yes. The cutoff varies from one government college to another depending on merit, available seats, candidate preferences, faculty and category.
3. Is the Bihar D.El.Ed cutoff category-wise?
Yes. The cutoff is provided separately for different categories such as UR, EWS, BC, EBC, SC, ST and WBC, wherever applicable.
4. What is the UR category cutoff for Bihar D.El.Ed Government Colleges?
The UR cutoff varies from college to college and also depends on the faculty. Candidates should check the college-wise cutoff list for the exact closing score.
5. What is the EWS cutoff for Bihar D.El.Ed 2026?
The EWS cutoff is different for each participating government institute and faculty. Candidates should check the institute-wise first merit list cutoff.
6. What is the BC cutoff for Bihar D.El.Ed Government Colleges?
The BC cutoff depends on the government college, faculty and merit position. There is no single BC cutoff applicable to all colleges.
7. What is the EBC cutoff for Bihar D.El.Ed 2026?
The EBC cutoff varies according to the selected institute, faculty and other applicable admission factors.
8. What is the SC cutoff for Bihar D.El.Ed Government Colleges?
The SC cutoff is different for different government institutes and faculties. Candidates should refer to the official college-wise cutoff data.
9. What is the ST cutoff for Bihar D.El.Ed 2026?
The ST cutoff depends on the institute, faculty and available seats in the relevant category.
10. What is the WBC cutoff for Bihar D.El.Ed Government Colleges?
The WBC cutoff can vary between institutes and faculties. Candidates should check the specific college entry in the cutoff list.
11. Is the Bihar D.El.Ed cutoff same for Science and Arts/Commerce?
No. Science and Arts/Commerce can have different closing scores because the merit and seat availability can differ between faculties.
12. Does the Bihar D.El.Ed cutoff depend on the candidate’s category?
Yes. Category-wise merit and seat allocation mean that closing scores can differ among UR, EWS, BC, EBC, SC, ST and WBC candidates.
13. Does the sub-category also affect the Bihar D.El.Ed cutoff?
Yes. Where applicable, sub-categories such as Studied Urdu, Dependent and Differently Abled may have separate entries in the cutoff data.
14. How can I check the Bihar D.El.Ed college-wise cutoff 2026?
Candidates should open the first merit list or institute-wise cutoff document and search for their government college. They should then match the faculty, category and sub-category.
15. How can I check the cutoff for a particular DIET?
Search the institute name or college code in the cutoff list and check the corresponding category and faculty entry.
16. Is the Bihar D.El.Ed qualifying mark the same as the admission cutoff?
No. The qualifying mark is the minimum score required to qualify, while the admission cutoff is the closing score for a particular college, faculty and category.
17. Can the Bihar D.El.Ed cutoff change in the next counselling round?
Yes. The cutoff can change in subsequent rounds depending on vacant seats, candidate choices and the merit position of candidates participating in that round.
18. Can candidates who were not selected in the 1st merit list get a government college later?
Yes, candidates who are not selected in the first round may have an opportunity in subsequent counselling rounds, subject to the official admission schedule and available seats.
19. Where can I check the official Bihar D.El.Ed cutoff 2026?
Candidates should check the official Bihar D.El.Ed admission portal and the cutoff/merit list documents released for the 2026-28 admission session.
20. Which details should I check while comparing Bihar D.El.Ed cutoffs?
Candidates should compare the college name, college code, faculty, category, sub-category, closing score and rank, wherever these details are provided in the official cutoff list.
