Introduction
Overview
Important Dates
Official Information Bulletin Release
Late November / Early December 2026
WBJEE 2027 Online Registration Starts
Late December 2026
Last Date to Apply & Online Fee Payment
Late January / Early February 2027
Application Form Correction Window
Mid February 2027 (3-day window)
WBJEE 2027 Admit Card Download
Mid April 2027 (from wbjeeb.nic.in)
WBJEE 2027 Exam Date (Paper I & II)
4th Sunday of April 2027 (Tentative)
Display of Model Answer Keys & Challenges
1st Week of May 2027
WBJEE 2027 Final Result & Rank Cards (GMR/PMR)
1st Week of June 2027
Centralised e-Counselling Registration & Choice Filling
June – July 2027
Application Process
Online Registration
Register on the official website wbjeeb.nic.in using name, mobile number, and email.
Fill Application Form
Enter personal details, domicile (West Bengal or Other), category, and academic details.
Upload Images
Upload scanned recent color photograph and signature as per specified dimensions and size.
Fee Payment
Pay examination fees online (approx ₹500 for General, ₹400 for Reserved categories).
Confirmation Page
Download and print the potential confirmation page. This is important for future reference.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / School ID
- Class 10 Admit Card/Certificate (for age proof)
- Class 12 Marksheet (for counseling)
- Scanned Photograph & Signature
- Domicile Certificate (mandatory for West Bengal Govt colleges and reservation)
- Category Certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC/TFW)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Citizen of India.
- Lower age limit: 17 years as of 31st Dec 2027. No upper age limit for Engineering.
- Must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics along with any one of Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Computer Science/Computer Application.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the three compulsory subjects (40% for SC/ST/OBC/Pwd).
- Must have passed English in 10+2 with at least 30% marks.
About WBJEE 2027
WBJEE is conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB), a state government-controlled body established in 1962. The exam provides admission to over 200 engineering, pharmacy, and architecture colleges in West Bengal. WBJEEB has a legacy of conducting fair and transparent examinations. The exam is held in offline (OMR-based) mode and is known for its high-quality questions, especially in Mathematics which often features problems requiring deep conceptual understanding. Known for its competitive nature, this exam attracts thousands of aspirants every year. Akash Talks provides comprehensive guidance, from application filling to counseling, ensuring students make informed decisions.
Exam Pattern
Mode
Offline (OMR Based)
Duration
4 Hours total (Paper I: Mathematics - 2 hours, Paper II: Physics & Chemistry - 2 hours)
Marks
200 (Mathematics: 100, Physics: 50, Chemistry: 50)
Scheme
Category 1 (1 mark): +1/-0.25; Category 2 (2 marks): +2/-0.5; Category 3 (2 marks): +2/0 (Multiple Correct Options, Partial Marking available).
Subjects Breakdown:
Counselling Process
WBJEEB conducts purely web-based counseling (e-counseling). Candidates who secure a GMR (General Merit Rank) need to register, pay a counseling fee, and fill their choices of colleges and branches. Seats are allotted in multiple rounds based on rank and preference. Separate rounds are held for JEE Main candidates for some seats.
Need help with counselling and seat allotment?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will WBJEE 2027 registration start?
Online registration for WBJEE 2027 is expected to commence in the last week of December 2026 on wbjeeb.nic.in and close by late January or early February 2027.
Q. What is the expected WBJEE 2027 exam date?
WBJEE 2027 is tentatively scheduled for the fourth Sunday of April 2027. The exam runs in two shifts: Paper 1 (Mathematics) from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and Paper 2 (Physics & Chemistry) from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Q. Can outside West Bengal students appear for WBJEE?
Yes, students from any Indian state can appear for WBJEE. Non-domicile candidates are treated under the All-India General category and are eligible for all private engineering institutions (like IEM Kolkata, Techno, Heritage) and unreserved seats in select state universities.
Q. Is a Domicile Certificate required at the time of WBJEE registration?
No. A domicile certificate is not needed during the online registration process. However, you must present a verified West Bengal Domicile Certificate (Proforma a1, a2, or b) during physical reporting and counselling to claim state quota, reserved category, or Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) seats.
Q. What is the marking scheme and negative marking in WBJEE 2027?
WBJEE has three categories: Category 1 (1 mark each, -0.25 deduction for wrong answers), Category 2 (2 marks each, -0.5 deduction for wrong answers), and Category 3 (2 marks each, multiple correct options, zero negative marking with partial marks for correct options selected).
Q. What is the application fee for WBJEE 2027?
The application fee is ₹500 for General Male candidates, and ₹400 for General Female candidates and all reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/TFW) candidates, payable online.
Q. What is the difference between GMR and PMR in WBJEE?
GMR (General Merit Rank) is prepared based on Paper 1 (Maths) and Paper 2 (Physics & Chemistry) scores for admission to Engineering, Technology, and Architecture courses. PMR (Pharmacy Merit Rank) is prepared based on Paper 2 only for admission to Pharmacy courses.
Q. What should I do if my WBJEE rank is not high enough for top colleges?
If your WBJEE rank falls outside the closing rank for top branches, you can explore institutional counselling, JEE Main quota seats, IEMJEE for IEM/UEM campuses, or management quota admission in private engineering colleges. Akash Talks provides personalized counselling to evaluate your best options.
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