WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) is a state-level entrance test conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) for admission into Engineering, Technology, Architecture, and Pharmacy courses in colleges across West Bengal.
It is one of the most important exams for students aiming to join B. Tech, B.Arch, or B.Pharm programs in the state.
Engineering / Pharmacy / Architecture Entrance Exam
B.Tech (Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, etc.)
B.Arch (Architecture)
B.Pharm (Pharmacy)
Once a year, usually in April
Must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) with:
Physics + Mathematics + any one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotech/Computer Science
Minimum 45% (General), 40% (SC/ST/OBC)
English: Minimum 30% marks
Must have passed 10+2 with:
Physics + Chemistry + Biology/Mathematics
Minimum qualifying marks as per category
Must be a resident of India (some seats reserved for West Bengal domicile)
Mode: Online
Official Website: https://wbjeeb.nic.in
Steps:
Register online
Fill application form
Upload photo, signature
Pay the application fee
Submit and download confirmation
Application Fee:
₹500 (General category)
₹400 (SC/ST/OBC)
Offline (Pen and Paper-based)
OMR-based question paper with multiple-choice questions
Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
Paper 1 | Mathematics | 100 | 2 hours |
Paper 2 | Physics + Chemistry | 100 | 2 hours |
Total: 200 marks
Physics & Chemistry: 40 questions each
Mathematics: 75 questions
Question Types:
Category I: 1 mark each
Category II & III: 2 marks (some have more than one correct option)
Negative Marking:
-0.25 for each wrong answer in Category I
-0.5 in Category II
No negative marks in Category III
Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus
Geometry, Coordinate Geometry
Probability, Statistics
Laws of Motion, Work-Power-Energy
Heat & Thermodynamics
Current Electricity, Magnetism
Modern Physics
Physical Chemistry (Mole Concept, Solutions)
Inorganic Chemistry (P-block, S-block)
Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules)
Event | Expected Timeline |
---|---|
Application Start | December 2024 |
Application Last Date | January 2025 |
Admit Card Release | April 2025 |
WBJEE Exam Date | April 2025 |
Result Announcement | May 2025 |
Counseling Starts | June 2025 |
Result published on: https://wbjeeb.nic.in
The Rank Card shows the total score and rank
Cutoffs vary by college, branch, and category
Separate General Merit Rank (GMR) and Pharmacy Rank
Available online 10–15 days before the exam
Must carry printed admit card + valid photo ID to the exam center
Use NCERT books thoroughly for Physics, Chemistry, and Maths
Solve previous year question papers (last 5–10 years)
Practice mock tests regularly to improve speed
Focus more on Maths, as it carries more weight
Recommended Books:
RD Sharma / Cengage (Maths)
HC Verma (Physics)
OP Tandon (Chemistry)
WBJEE Explorer – Arihant or MTG
Q1. Can students from outside West Bengal apply?
Yes, but state quota seats are only for West Bengal domicile students.
Q2. Is WBJEE harder than JEE Main?
WBJEE is comparatively easier than JEE Main, but the competition is tough due to limited seats.
Q3. Is it necessary to appear for both papers?
Yes, for B.Tech – both Math and Physics-Chemistry papers are required.
Q4. What is a good score in WBJEE?
A score of 110+ out of 200 is considered good for top colleges like Jadavpur University.
Q5. Can I take WBJEE and JEE both?
Yes, you can appear for both exams. Many students do this for more options.
Jadavpur University, Kolkata
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT)
Heritage Institute of Technology
IEM Kolkata
Haldia Institute of Technology
Techno India Group Colleges
Government College of Engineering & Ceramic Technology
Government College of Engineering & Textile Technology
After the result, participate in e-counseling through the WBJEE portal
Fill college + branch preferences
Based on rank + category, seats are allotted
Pay the admission fee and verify documents to confirm admission
The exam is now held in offline mode only
No change in pattern or syllabus expected for 2025
Domicile certificate mandatory for state quota seats
Visit: https://wbjeeb.nic.in