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State University · Est. 1955
Jadavpur University
Kolkata, West Bengal
Jadavpur University
- Indicative fee / yr
- ₹2K – ₹15K
- Entrance
- WBJEE, GATE
- Engineering
- Science
- Arts & Humanities
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Engineering entrance exam
WBJEE
West Bengal Joint Entrance ExaminationState-level entrance for engineering, pharmacy and architecture seats in West Bengal, including Jadavpur University.
- Conducted by
- West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Frequency
- Once a year
- Typically held
- April
- Mode
- Pen-and-paper (OMR)
- Duration
- Two papers of 2 hours each
Who it's for
Students who want to study engineering in West Bengal, especially at Jadavpur University and state colleges.
- B.E./B.Tech at Jadavpur University and state colleges
- B.Pharm
Typical eligibility
- Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science and similar
- Minimum aggregate marks in the relevant subjects (lower for reserved categories)
- Domicile rules apply to state-quota seats
Exam pattern
Duration
Two papers of 2 hours each
Marking
Category-wise marking with negative marking in single-correct questions
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Mathematics |
| Paper 2 | Physics and Chemistry |
Patterns are revised from time to time. Confirm the current pattern in the official information bulletin.
Subjects
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
How to prepare
- 01
Mathematics carries the most weight — make it your strongest subject
- 02
Practise OMR-based papers; offline speed is different from CBT speed
- 03
Use previous years' papers to learn the recurring patterns
Typical preparation timeline
Class 11–12
Core concepts
Overlaps with JEE Main preparation
Jan–Apr
State-specific practice
Previous papers, OMR mocks
Colleges that accept WBJEE
From our directory. Cut-offs vary by year, category and programme.
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