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Exam Architecture: IEMJEE vs IEMCET
The IEM Group conducts two distinct entrance examinations for admission into its campuses at Salt Lake (Kolkata), New Town (UEM Kolkata), and Jaipur (UEM Jaipur). Understanding which exam applies to your program prevents application errors.
IEMJEE is designated for B.Tech and B.Tech Lateral Entry programs. IEMCET covers non-engineering undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including BBA, BCA, BBA LLB, BHM, BPT, MCA, and M.Tech.
Expected 2027 Examination Calendar & Phases
Both examinations run across multiple phases throughout the academic cycle, providing students multiple opportunities to qualify. The timeline below is derived from verified institutional cycle patterns.
| Examination Milestone | Phase 1 Schedule | Phase 2 Schedule | Phase 3 / Final Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | Late November 2026 | February 2027 | April 2027 |
| Application Deadline | Late January 2027 | Late March 2027 | Mid May 2027 |
| Slot Booking & Hall Ticket | Immediate upon application | Immediate upon application | Immediate upon application |
| Online CBT Exam Window | December – January | March – April | May 2027 |
| Offline Center Exam Date | Mid January 2027 | Early April 2027 | Late May 2027 |
| Result & Rank Publication | Within 7 days of exam | Within 7 days of exam | Within 7 days of exam |
| Counselling & Seat Allocation | January – February 2027 | April 2027 | May – June 2027 |
Exam Mode, Slot Booking, and Daily Timings
Candidates can choose between Online Remote Proctored Mode and Offline Pen-and-Paper mode at designated test centers.
- Online CBT Mode: 2-hour computer-based test conducted daily in two distinct slots: Slot 1 (12:00 PM – 2:00 PM) and Slot 2 (2:30 PM – 4:30 PM).
- Offline Written Mode: 3-hour comprehensive sitting conducted on designated dates from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
- Immediate Admit Card: Once online registration is completed on exam.iem.edu.in, candidates can immediately generate and print their admit card.
- No Examination Fee: As per official notice, IEMJEE does not charge an examination or registration fee to students.
Official Offline Examination Centers Across India
Offline examination centers are operational across West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, Assam, Tripura, and Rajasthan. Remember that these venues are exam test centers, not academic teaching campuses.
- West Bengal Centers: Kolkata (Salt Lake Gurukul & New Town Action Area III), Howrah, Chandannagar, Tarakeswar, Burdwan, Durgapur, Bankura, Suri, Purulia, Midnapore, Kharagpur, Haldia, Berhampore, Malda, and Siliguri.
- Interstate Centers: Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Bokaro, Dhanbad (Jharkhand); Patna (Bihar); Guwahati (Assam); Agartala (Tripura); Jaipur (Rajasthan).
Official sources and verification
Sources checked on 26 October 2026. A source’s date, programme and campus limit which claims it supports. Official pages may change after review.
- IEM Group — IEMJEE and IEMCET official examination notice
Displayed 2026 examination cycle; historical dates, course routes and official admission contacts.
- UEM — IEMJEE examination information
Historical examination pattern; verify the current cycle on the central portal.
- UEM Kolkata — admissions and 2026 fee table
Explicit 2026 batch fee and eligibility table. Lower undated blocks can conflict.
- IEM — engineering programmes and campus information
Current engineering programme listings, campus allocation and affiliation wording.
Found a discrepancy? Send the page and the official notice for correction.
Questions and answers
What is the exam fee for IEMJEE 2027?
There is zero examination fee for IEMJEE. Registration and hall ticket generation on the official exam portal (exam.iem.edu.in) are completely free of charge. Do not pay any agent claiming to collect exam fees.
Can I choose my own date and slot for IEMJEE?
Yes. For the online computer-based exam, candidates can choose their preferred date and time slot (12:00 PM–2:00 PM or 2:30 PM–4:30 PM) during online application.
Which exam should I take for BBA or BCA at IEM/UEM?
You should register for IEMCET. IEMCET is the dedicated entrance exam for BBA, BCA, BBA LLB, BHM, BPT, MCA, and M.Tech programs across IEM and UEM campuses.
Are offline test centers like Siliguri or Patna teaching campuses of IEM?
No. Locations like Siliguri, Patna, Ranchi, Malda, and Durgapur are designated offline examination venues. Teaching campuses are strictly located in Salt Lake (Sector V, Kolkata), New Town (Action Area III, Kolkata), and Jaipur (Rajasthan).
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