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WBJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria require 17+ years of age, Class 12 with PCM, and 45% marks. Check complete details including domicile and institute-specific rules.
Organization NameWest Bengal
Job LocationWest Bengal
Last Updated14/05/2026
Short InformationWBJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria require 17+ years of age, Class 12 with PCM, and 45% marks. Check complete details including domicile and institute-specific rules.

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Notification DatePost Date: 14/05/2026

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1paragraphWBJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria require candidates to be Indian citizens (or OCI with conditions) who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science etc. The minimum age is 17 years as on 31.12.2026 (born on or before 31.12.2009). There is no upper age limit except for Marine Engineering (25 years). General category candidates need 45% aggregate (40% for reserved) in the three subjects and at least 30% in English. This complete guide helps aspirants understand all requirements for admission to B.Tech, B.Pharm, B.Arch and other courses through WBJEE 2026.
2Overview of WBJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
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  • Parameter
  • Details
    • Nationality
    • Indian Citizen / OCI (with conditions)
    • Minimum Marks
    • 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
    • Domicile
    • Required for reserved seats & TFW
    • Attempts
    • No Limit
3WBJEE 2026 Age Limit
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  • Course
  • Lower Age Limit
  • Upper Age Limit
    • B.Tech / B.Pharm
    • 17 years (as on 31.12.2026)
    • No upper limit
    • B.Arch
    • 17 years (as on 31.12.2026)
    • No upper limit
    • Marine Engineering
    • 17 years (as on 31.12.2026)
    • 25 years
4Nationality
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1paragraphCandidates must be Indian citizens. OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) candidates are also eligible but only for Unreserved (General) seats under All India Quota. Foreign nationals are generally not eligible except as per specific government norms.
5Educational Qualification for All Programs
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  • Course
  • Compulsory Subjects
  • Minimum Aggregate Marks
  • English Requirement
    • B.Tech / B.E.
    • Physics + Mathematics + Chemistry/Biology/CS etc.
    • 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
    • 30%
    • B.Pharm
    • Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics/Biology
    • 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
    • 30%
    • B.Arch
    • Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
    • 50% in PCM + 50% aggregate
    • As per COA norms
    • Marine Engineering
    • Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
    • 60% in PCM + 50% in English
    • 50%
6WBJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria - Domicile Criteria
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  • Residing continuously in West Bengal for at least 10 years as on 31.12.2026, OR
  • Parent(s) must be permanent resident of West Bengal with permanent address.
  • Domicile certificate is mandatory for reserved category seats and Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme.
  • Candidates from other states can apply but are eligible only for All India Quota / Unreserved seats.
7Reservation Criteria for WBJEE 2026
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  • Category
  • Reservation Percentage
    • Scheduled Caste (SC)
    • 22%
    • Scheduled Tribe (ST)
    • 6%
    • OBC-A
    • 10%
    • OBC-B
    • 7%
    • PwD
    • 5% (Horizontal)
    • EWS
    • 10%
8WBJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria: Institute-specific Admission Criteria
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1paragraphSome institutes participating in WBJEE 2026 have higher or specific eligibility criteria beyond the general WBJEE rules. Below is the detailed institute-wise eligibility:
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  • Name of University / Institute
  • Courses Offered
  • Eligibility Criteria
    • The University of Calcutta
    • B.Tech
    • Pass 10+2 or equivalent with at least 60% (55% for Reserved Category) marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. Individual pass marks in theory & practical. At least 30% marks in English.
    • Jadavpur University (Faculty of Engineering & Technology)
    • B.Tech / B.Pharm
    • Pass 10+2 with at least 60% (45% for Reserved) in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry. 60% in Mathematics (45% for reserved). Individual pass marks + 30% in English.
    • Jadavpur University
    • B.Arch
    • 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics and 50% aggregate in 10+2 (37% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD).
    • Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswa Vidyalaya
    • B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering
    • Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics & English. Minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD) in the four subjects.
    • The West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences
    • B.Tech (Dairy Technology)
    • Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics. Minimum 50% marks (40% for reserved) with individual pass marks.
    • Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya
    • B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering
    • Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved) in 10+2 with English, Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry/Agriculture.
    • The Neotia University
    • B.Tech
    • Pass 10+2 with at least 60% marks in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/CS/CA/BioTech/Biology/Technical Vocational.
    • Aliah University
    • B.Tech (Civil, ECE, CSE, Mechanical, Electrical)
    • Minimum 50% overall in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics + 60% aggregate in 10+2. Must pass each subject individually.
    • JIS University
    • B.Tech
    • Passed 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics + one subject (Chemistry/Biology/CS etc.). 60% marks (55% for reserved) in three subjects + 30% in English.
    • Techno India University, West Bengal
    • B.Tech
    • Minimum 45% in Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry/CS. Minimum 60% marks in both 10th and 10+2 examinations.
    • Adamas University
    • B.Tech CSE, Electrical, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, BioTech
    • CSE & BioTech: 60% aggregate Electrical, ECE, Mechanical: 55% aggregate Civil: 55% aggregate With minimum 45% in respective subjects.
    • Sister Nivedita University
    • B.Tech
    • Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved) in 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics + one subject from Chemistry/CS/Electronics/Biology etc.
9Number of Attempts
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  • Particular
  • Details
    • Number of Attempts
    • No Limit
    • Restriction
    • Must satisfy age criteria
10Other Essential Requirements
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1paragraphCandidates must be physically and mentally fit as per the standards set by participating institutes. For Mining/Marine Engineering courses, candidates should not have colour blindness. All admissions are subject to the rules and regulations of the respective universities and councils (AICTE, PCI, COA, etc.).
11How to Apply for WBJEE 2026 (Step-by-Step Points)
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  • Visit the official website wbjeeb.nic.in.
  • Register using valid email and mobile number.
  • Fill personal, academic and domicile details.
  • Upload scanned documents and photographs.
  • Pay the application fee online.
  • Submit the form and download the confirmation page.