JEXPO 2026: Polytechnic Entrance Exam Date, Eligibility, Counselling, Cutoff & 45,000+ Seats
Job Description
JEXPO 2026 exam dates, application form, eligibility (Class 10th 35% required), syllabus, pattern (200 MCQs), participating colleges list, counselling process, seat matrix and cutoff ranks for West Bengal polytechnic diploma admissions at wbjeeb.nic.in.
JEXPO 2026: Polytechnic Admission Entrance Exam Guide
Joint Entrance Examination for Polytechnic (JEXPO) 2026 for admission to 1st year Diploma in Engineering/Technology & other courses in West Bengal government & private polytechnics.
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JEXPO 2026 Complete Overview
Joint Entrance Examination for Polytechnic (JEXPO) is conducted by West Bengal State Council of Technical & Vocational Education and Skill Development (WBSCT&VE&SD) through WBJEEB for admission to 1st year Diploma courses in 45,000+ seats across 130+ government, government-sponsored and private polytechnic institutes in West Bengal.
Courses offered: Diploma in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Chemical, Automobile, Metallurgical, Food Processing, Medical Laboratory Technology and more.
JEXPO 2026 Tentative Schedule
| Event | Tentative Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification | January-February 2026 | Published on wbjeeb.nic.in |
| Online Application Start | February 2026 | 1st week typically |
| Application Last Date | March 2026 | With late fee: +7 days |
| Admit Card Download | April 2026 | 10 days before exam |
| JEXPO 2026 Exam | April/May 2026 | Single day, single shift |
| Answer Key Release | Exam day +2 days | Provisional key | Result Declaration | May/June 2026 | Merit rank published |
| Counselling Registration | June 2026 | Online choice filling |
Detailed JEXPO 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification
- Class 10th passed from WB Board of Secondary Education or equivalent (CBSE/ICSE/Madhyamik)
- Minimum 35% aggregate in Mathematics + Science (no minimum for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
- Mathematics & Science compulsory subjects in Class 10th
- Candidates appearing in Class 10th can apply (pass required before admission)
Age Limit
- Born on/after January 1, 2009 (17 years as on exam date)
- No upper age limit
Domicile Requirement
- West Bengal permanent resident OR
- Studied Class 8-10 in West Bengal schools
JEXPO Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 50 | 25% |
| Physics | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| Chemistry | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| General English | 30 | 30 | 15% |
| Mechanical Engineering/Verbal Ability | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 100% |
Marking Scheme & Duration
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Incorrect Answer: -0.25 marks (negative marking)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Medium: English, Bengali, Hindi, Nepali, Urdu, Telugu
Syllabus Highlights
- Maths: Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry (Class 9-10 level)
- Physics: Motion, Force, Work, Heat, Light, Electricity
- Chemistry: Matter, Atomic Structure, Chemical Reactions, Acids-Bases
- English: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension
Participating Polytechnic Colleges (Top 15)
| Government Polytechnic | Location | Popular Branches |
|---|---|---|
| APC Roy Polytechnic | Kolkata | Mechanical, Civil, Electrical |
| Central Calcutta Polytechnic | Kolkata | Computer, Electronics, Automobile |
| Women’s Polytechnic, Chandannagar | Hooghly | Computer, Fashion Tech, FPT |
| Siliguri Government Polytechnic | Darjeeling | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical |
| K.G. Engineering Institute | Kolkata | Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgy |
Total Seats: 45,000+ across 130+ institutes (Govt: 15,000+, Private: 30,000+)
Step-by-Step JEXPO 2026 Application Process
- Registration: Visit wbjeeb.nic.in → JEXPO 2026 → New Registration
- Fill Form: Personal details, Class 10th marks, contact info
- Upload Documents:
- Photo: 20-300KB (3.5×4.5 cm)
- Signature: 10-200KB
- Class 10th admit/marksheet (if passed)
- Fee Payment: ₹450 (₹350 SC/ST/OBC/PwD) via Debit/Credit/Net Banking
- Confirmation: Download & print application form + payment receipt
JEXPO Counselling & Admission Process
5 Rounds of Counselling
- Merit List: Based on JEXPO rank (200 marks normalized)
- Choice Filling: Online preference for college + branch (max 30 choices)
- Seat Allotment: Round-wise based on rank & choices (4 main + 1 spot round)
- Fee Payment: ₹5,000 (allotment fee) + college fees
- Physical Reporting: Allotted institute with documents
Required Documents (15+ Documents)
- JEXPO 2026 Rank Card & Admit Card
- Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Character Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
JEXPO 2026 Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can Class 10th appearing students apply?
Yes, but must pass Class 10th with Maths + Science before admission.
2. Is there reservation in JEXPO?
Yes: SC 22%, ST 6%, OBC-A 10%, OBC-B 7%, EWS 10%, PH 3%, Tuition Fee Waiver 2%.
3. What is the JEXPO cutoff for government colleges?
Rank under 5,000-10,000 for popular branches in top government polytechnics.
4. Is coaching necessary for JEXPO?
Not mandatory; self-study with Class 9-10 NCERT books sufficient for good rank.
5. Can I change branch after 1st year?
No, branch change not allowed after 1st semester admission.