WBJEE JELET 2026: The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has announced the WBJEE JELET 2026 notification for lateral entry admissions. The Joint Entrance Lateral Entry Test (JELET) is a state-level examination that offers direct admission into the second year (third semester) of B.Tech, B.E., and B.Pharm courses across government, state-aided, and private colleges in West Bengal. This presents a prime opportunity for Diploma and B.Sc degree holders seeking to upgrade their educational qualifications and advance their engineering or pharmacy careers. The online application process officially commences on March 19, 2026, and the pen-and-paper-based entrance exam is scheduled for June 13, 2026.
JELET 2026 Overview
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Lateral Entry Test (JELET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Course Offered | Lateral Entry in B.Tech, B.E., and B.Pharm (2nd Year / 3rd Semester) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Official Website | wbjeeb.nic.in/jelet |
Important Dates
- Online Registration Starts: March 19, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: April 2026 (To be announced)
- Application Correction Window: April 2026
- Admit Card Release: June 2026 (Tentative)
- WBJEE JELET 2026 Exam Date: June 13, 2026
JELET 2026 Exam Details
The WBJEE JELET 2026 will be conducted in an offline, OMR-based format. The examination duration is exactly 2 hours. Candidates will have to solve objective-type multiple-choice questions curated from their respective diploma or degree syllabi. The assessment is designed to test the proficiency of candidates in core technical and foundational scientific concepts required to seamlessly transition into the advanced semesters of undergraduate engineering, technology, or pharmacy programs.
JELET 2026 Eligibility Details
- For Engineering/Technology (Diploma Holders): Candidates must possess a Diploma in Engineering or Technology from an AICTE-approved institution with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved categories like SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, and PwD).
- For B.Sc Graduates: Candidates must hold a valid B.Sc degree from a UGC-recognized university with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories). Additionally, they must have passed their 12th standard examinations with Mathematics as a compulsory subject.
- For Pharmacy: Aspirants must hold a Diploma in Pharmacy with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
Applicants must be Indian citizens. While there is no rigid domicile requirement to appear for the test, a valid West Bengal domicile certificate is strictly mandatory for claiming reserved category seats and for admission into any Government Engineering or Pharmacy College.
Application Fee
- General Category Candidates: Rs. 500/-
- Reserved Category Candidates (SC/ST/OBC/PwD): Rs. 400/-
Note: The application fee must be paid in online mode using a Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. The fee is strictly non-refundable, and additional banking or gateway charges may apply.
How to Apply
- Visit the official WBJEEB JELET portal:
wbjeeb.nic.in/jelet. - Click on the “JELET 2026 Online Application” link, which will be activated on March 19, 2026.
- Complete the initial registration by providing basic personal details, an active email ID, and a valid mobile number to generate your unique application number and password.
- Log in to the candidate dashboard and fill out the detailed application form, providing your academic, domicile, and personal information.
- Upload scanned copies of a recent passport-size photograph and your signature as per the strictly specified dimensional and size formats.
- Proceed to pay the required application fee through the provided online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and download the final confirmation page. Keep a printed copy safe for future reference during the counseling and admission processes.
Official Links
- Official Website: wbjeeb.nic.in/jelet
- WBJEEB Main Portal: wbjeeb.nic.in
Exam Pattern
- Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen and Paper-based on an OMR sheet)
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 minutes)
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 100
- Medium of Paper: English
- Subjects Covered: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Fundamentals of Electrical & Electronics Engineering (for engineering diploma holders).
- Marking Scheme: The question paper is divided into two distinct categories. For Category I questions, 1 mark is awarded for every correct answer, and 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect response. For Category II questions, 2 marks are awarded for marking all correct options, and there is no negative marking
