The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has officially released the information bulletin for the WBJEE 2026 entrance examination. This state-level entrance test is the gateway for students seeking admission into undergraduate courses in Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, and Architecture across various universities and institutes in West Bengal for the 2026-27 academic session.
WBJEE 2026 Important Exam Dates
The board has tentatively scheduled the common entrance examination for May 24, 2026 (Sunday). The exam will be conducted in an offline, OMR-based format consisting of two mandatory papers.
| Paper | Subject | Timing |
| Paper-I | Mathematics | 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
| Paper-II | Physics & Chemistry | 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Also Read: WBJEE Exam Date 2026 OUT, Check Joint Entrance Official Schedule PDF @wbjeeb.nic.in
West Bengal JEE 2026 Registration Process
Applications for WBJEE 2026 must be submitted online only through the official website at www.wbjeeb.nic.in. No printed or physical application forms will be accepted.
Step-by-Step Application Guide:
- Online Registration: Candidates must enter basic personal details including name, father’s name, mother’s name, and date of birth. It is critical to ensure these details match official school certificates, as they cannot be modified after submission.
- Contact Information: A unique, valid email ID and mobile number are mandatory for all future communications from the Board.
- Application Form: Candidates will fill in additional details such as domicile, category (SC/ST/OBC), PwD status, and academic qualifications.
- Image Uploading: Scanned copies of a recent color photograph (10 to 200 KB) and signature (4 to 30 KB) must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG format.
- Examination Fees: Payment can be made via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or QR Code.
- Confirmation Page: Once the fee is paid, candidates must download the “Confirmation Page” to signify the completion of the process.
WBJEE 2026 Application Fees
The application fee varies based on the candidate’s category and gender:
- General Male: ₹500
- General Female: ₹400
- SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/EWS/PwD/TFW (Male): ₹400
- SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/EWS/PwD/TFW (Female): ₹400
- Third Gender: ₹300 (General) / ₹200 (Reserved)
Note: Fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.
Check Full Official Details Here
Eligibility Criteria for WBJEE 2026
To appear for the entrance test, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Citizenship: Must be a citizen of India or an OCI (Overseas Citizen of India).
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing for the 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent examination in 2026.
- Age Limit: The lower age limit is 17 years as of December 31, 2026 (born on or before Dec 31, 2009). While there is no upper age limit for most courses, candidates for Marine Engineering must not be older than 25 years as of Dec 31, 2026.
Academic Requirements for Admission
For admission into Engineering and Technology courses, candidates generally need:
- Subject Requirements: Pass 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one optional subject (Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science, etc.).
- Minimum Marks: At least 45% marks in the three core subjects combined (40% for reserved categories).
- Language: Must have passed English with at least 30% marks.
Special criteria may apply for prestigious institutions like Jadavpur University and University of Calcutta, which may require higher aggregate percentages (typically 60% for general candidates).
WBJEE Exam Pattern and Scoring
The examination consists of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) divided into three categories for each subject:
| Category | Marks per Correct Answer | Negative Marking |
| Category-1 | 1 Mark | -1/4 (25%) |
| Category-2 | 2 Marks | -1/2 (25%) |
| Category-3 | 2 Marks | No Negative Marking |
In Category-3, one or more options may be correct. Full marks are awarded only if all correct options are selected without any incorrect ones.
Merit Ranking System
The Board generates two distinct merit lists:
- General Merit Rank (GMR): Based on the combined scores of Paper-I (Math) and Paper-II (Physics & Chemistry). This rank is used for admission to all Engineering, Technology, and Architecture courses.
- Pharmacy Merit Rank (PMR): Based only on the score of Paper-II (Physics & Chemistry). This rank is used for Pharmacy course admissions (except at Jadavpur University, which uses GMR).
