WB JELET 2026: Application Form, Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus
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WB JELET 2026 application starts December 2025 at wbjeeb.in. West Bengal lateral entry exam for 2nd year B.Tech/B.Pharm. Check eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, June 2026 dates.
JELET 2026: West Bengal Lateral Entry Test for 2nd Year B.Tech/B.E./B.Pharm
JELET 2026 will be conducted by WBJEEB for diploma and BSc candidates seeking lateral entry to 2nd year of B.Tech/B.E. and B.Pharm programmes in West Bengal colleges. Check expected exam date, eligibility, pattern, syllabus and application details here.
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JELET 2026 Overview
West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) conducts JELET for admission to 2nd year (3rd semester) of engineering and pharmacy degree courses through lateral entry.
The exam is typically held once a year in offline OMR-based mode for candidates with relevant diplomas or BSc degrees who wish to join regular B.Tech/B.E./B.Pharm programmes.
JELET 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Expected Schedule |
|---|---|
| Release of Information Bulletin | August–September 2025 |
| Online Application Form | September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | Late September 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | 1–2 weeks before exam |
| JELET 2026 Exam Date | October 2025 (single shift, Sunday) |
| Result & Rank Card | Within 3–4 weeks after exam |
Exact dates will be confirmed in the JELET 2026 information bulletin on the WBJEEB website.
JELET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Academic Eligibility (General idea)
- Diploma holders in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy from AICTE-approved institutes with minimum required percentage (as per latest bulletin).
- BSc candidates with Mathematics as a subject, from recognised universities, may also be eligible for certain streams.
JELET 2026 Exam Pattern
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Total Marks | 120 marks (typically 120 questions) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct answer; -0.25 for each wrong answer (negative marking) |
| Medium | English language question paper |
Exact pattern and subject-wise distribution (Engineering/Pharmacy/BSc stream) are provided in the latest WBJEEB JELET information bulletin each year.
JELET 2026 Syllabus Highlights
The syllabus generally follows the diploma-level curriculum in Engineering/Technology and B.Pharm, along with relevant Mathematics and basic sciences for BSc candidates.
Common Focus Areas (Engineering Stream)
- Engineering Mathematics and basic applied sciences.
- Core branch subjects (e.g. Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Computer Science etc.).
- Basic engineering and drawing concepts as per diploma syllabus.
Pharmacy Stream
- Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy basics.
- Fundamental human anatomy & physiology and pharmaceutical calculations.
How to Apply for JELET 2026
- Visit the official WBJEEB website: wbjeeb.in or the JELET page on wbjeeb.nic.in/jelet.
- Read the JELET 2026 information bulletin carefully before applying.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then fill in personal, academic and diploma/BSc details.
- Upload required documents, photo and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the examination fee online and submit the final application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
JELET 2026 FAQs
1. What is JELET 2026 conducted for?
JELET 2026 is held for lateral entry admission directly into 2nd year (3rd semester) of B.Tech/B.E. and B.Pharm courses in West Bengal.
2. Who conducts the JELET exam?
West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) conducts JELET every year.
3. Is there negative marking in JELET?
Yes, typically +1 mark is awarded for each correct answer and 0.25 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
4. How can I check official updates and notices?
All official notices, information bulletins and current events are hosted on the JELET section of the WBJEEB website.
