The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) is the state-level entrance exam conducted by WBJEEB for admission to undergraduate engineering, technology, pharmacy and architecture programmes in universities, government and self-financing colleges in West Bengal.
Advisory Note
Official Portal
Official website: https://wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee/
WBJEE at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | WBJEE 2027 |
| Conducting body | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) |
| Level | State |
| Mode | Offline (OMR) |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Exam date | April–May 2027 (expected) |
| Registration | Not announced (expected Feb–Mar 2027) |
| Official website | https://wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee/ |
WBJEE Important Dates
| Event | Date / Timeline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | Expected February–March 2027 | Not announced |
| Admit card | Expected about a week before the exam | Not announced |
| WBJEE 2027 exam | Expected April–May 2027 | Not announced |
| Result | Expected about 4–6 weeks after the exam | Not announced |
| Reference: WBJEE 2026 exam | 24 May 2026 | Completed |
Dates last checked by CollegeDarbar on 16 October 2026. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
WBJEE Eligibility Criteria
- Class 12 (or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, plus Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Computer Application/Computer Science/Technical Vocational subject.
- Minimum aggregate marks in the relevant subjects (commonly 45% for General, 40% for reserved categories in Physics, Mathematics and one optional subject) — check the 2027 bulletin.
- Domicile and nationality conditions apply for state quota seats; candidates outside West Bengal should read the bulletin's domicile rules carefully.
- Age: generally at least 17 years as on 31 December of the admission year; pharmacy and architecture have programme-specific rules.
WBJEE Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Mathematics | 75 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | Physics | 40 | 50 | 2 hours (combined) |
| Paper II | Chemistry | 40 | 50 | 2 hours (combined) |
Each paper has three question categories: Category 1 (one correct option; +1, −¼), Category 2 (one correct option; +2, −½) and Category 3 (one or more correct options; +2 for all correct, partial marks for partially correct, no negative marking but zero if any wrong option is marked). The exam is pen-and-paper (OMR). Confirm the 2027 scheme in the bulletin.
WBJEE Syllabus
- Mathematics: algebra, trigonometry, coordinate geometry, calculus, vectors, probability and statistics (Class 11–12 level).
- Physics: mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, optics, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetism, modern physics.
- Chemistry: physical, organic and inorganic chemistry topics from Class 11–12.
- Download the official WBJEE syllabus from wbjeeb.nic.in.
How to Apply for WBJEE
WBJEE Application Fee
The application fee differs for General and reserved/female candidates. WBJEEB will notify the 2027 fee in the bulletin.
Colleges Accepting WBJEE
WBJEE Preparation Tips
- Mathematics carries 100 marks on its own — prioritise it.
- Understand the three question categories; Category 3 rewards precise answers but has no negative marking.
- Practise OMR-based mock tests, since WBJEE is not computer-based.
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Sources
- [WBJEE – official WBJEEB portal](https://wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee/)