JELET 2026 – Exam, Eligibility, Syllabus, Dates & Application
Job Description
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JELET (Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry Test) |
| Conducted By | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) |
| Purpose | Admission into 2nd year (3rd semester) of Bachelor’s Degree Courses in Engineering, Technology, and Pharmacy through lateral entry. |
| Established | 1962 |
| Key Features | Ensures fairness, transparency, and error-free admission through online examination and e-counselling. |
| Institutions Covered | Government, private, and self-financing engineering & pharmacy institutions across West Bengal. |
Examination Schedule
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JELET–2026 (Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry Test) |
| Exam Type | OMR-based (Offline Mode) |
| Date of Examination | 18th October 2025 (Saturday) |
| Time | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Important Instructions | The exam will be conducted only once; no re-exam will be held under any circumstances. |
Exam Pattern & Question Paper Structure
| Category | Details | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper Division |
Paper-I: For candidates with Diploma in Engineering/Technology, B.Sc., D.Voc., and B.Voc. Paper-II: For candidates with Diploma in Pharmacy | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Paper-I Structure |
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| Paper-II Structure |
100 Multiple Choice Questions Each carries 1 mark; ¼ negative marking per wrong answer |
Syllabus Overview
| Subject | Syllabus / Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Matrices, Determinants, Differential & Integral Calculus, Differential Equations, Probability, Vectors, Co-ordinate Geometry, etc. |
| Physics | Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Thermodynamics, Waves, Optics, Electricity, Modern Physics. |
| Chemistry | Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Acids-Bases, Redox, Metallurgy, Water Treatment, Organic Chemistry. |
| Electrical & Electronics | Basics of DC/AC circuits, Transformers, Electrical Machines, Semiconductors, Digital Electronics. |
| Pharmacy | Diploma level syllabus prescribed by the Pharmacy Council of India. |
Scoring Methodology
| Question Category | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|
| Category-1 Questions | +1 for correct answer, -0.25 for wrong answer. |
| Category-2 Questions | +2 for all correct options; partial marks awarded for partially correct answers. |
| Unattempted Questions | No marks for unattempted questions. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| General Eligibility |
Must be an Indian Citizen. No upper age limit for Diploma holders in Engineering, Technology, D.Voc. or Pharmacy. Upper age limit: – 27 years for B.Sc./B.Voc. candidates (as on 31.12.2025) – 25 years for Marine Engineering Diploma holders |
| Academic Qualification (Engineering/Technology) |
– Passed Diploma in Engineering/Technology with minimum 45% (40% for reserved categories) OR B.Sc./B.Voc./D.Voc. in relevant fields with 45% (40% for reserved) – For Jadavpur University: Minimum 60% (45% for reserved) required |
| Academic Qualification (Pharmacy) | Passed Diploma in Pharmacy with 45% (40% for reserved categories) from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. |
Application Process
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Application |
Online only through www.wbjeeb.nic.in No offline or printed forms accepted. |
| Registration & Payment |
– Valid mobile number & email ID mandatory. – Payment through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or QR Code. Fees: General (Male): ₹500 General (Female): ₹400 Third Gender: ₹300 SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (Male): ₹400 SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (Female): ₹300 SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (Third Gender): ₹200 – Fee is non-refundable. |
| Correction Period | Correction of limited fields available during the official correction window. |
Admit Card Download Process
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Admit Card | Downloadable from the official website before the exam date. |
| Candidates Must Bring |
– Printed admit card – One photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.) – One passport-size photo (same as uploaded) |
Examination Centres
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Zones |
Exam zones are available across all districts of West Bengal and for Tripura candidates. Candidates can select any 3 preferred zones during application. Centre allocation is based on availability; Board’s decision is final. |
Result & Merit List
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Answer Keys |
Released shortly after the exam. Candidates may challenge answers with ₹500 per question. |
| Merit Ranks |
– GMR: General Merit Rank (Engineering/Technology candidates) – PMR: Pharmacy Merit Rank – Category-wise ranks (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS) also published – Results available through individual login — no public rank list |
Facilities for PwD Candidates
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Reservation |
As per Govt. of West Bengal norms: SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, EWS, and PwD categories eligible. Valid and updated certificates must be presented during counselling. Reservation applies only to domicile candidates of West Bengal. |
| Concessions / Special Provisions |
– 40% fee concession – 20 minutes extra per hour during exam – Option to use own scribe/reader with prior approval |
Domicile Requirement
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Domicile / Residency Requirement |
– Candidate must be a resident of West Bengal for at least 10 years or have parents permanently residing in West Bengal. – Domicile certificate required in prescribed format (Proforma a1/b) signed by competent authority (DM/SDO/BDO, etc.). |
Legal & Administrative Guidelines
- All disputes under the jurisdiction of Kolkata only.
- WBJEEB is not responsible for any admission dispute at institutional level.
Counselling & Admission Process
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling / Admission |
– Conducted online by WBJEEB after result publication. – Detailed counselling notification released on the official website. – Candidates must upload and verify documents (admit card, marksheets, certificates, etc.) during counselling. |
Important Documents to Keep Safe
| Document Type | Details / Requirement |
|---|---|
| Confirmation Page | Printed copy of the application confirmation page. |
| Admit Card | Original admit card downloaded from the official website. |
| Rank Card | Original rank card as issued by WBJEEB. |
| Original Certificates | Domicile, Category, PwD (if applicable), and any other required certificates. |
| Passport-size Photos | Two recent passport-size photographs (same as uploaded during application). |
Contact Details
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Address |
West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) Rupanna Building, DB-118, Sector-I, Salt Lake City, Kolkata – 700064 |
| Helpline | Toll-Free: 1800-123-4782 (Extn. No.-2) |
| info@wbjeeb.in | |
| Website | www.wbjeeb.nic.in | www.wbjeeb.in |
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