WBJEE BPharm Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam 2026 ( WBJEE )

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15 May '26 - 24 May '26

Saakshi Varsha Lama
Updated on Mar 10, 2026 12:11 IST

By Saakshi Varsha Lama, Deputy Manager Content

Overview

WBJEE 2026 exam pattern has been prepared and released at wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee. Candidates can check information on how examination will be conducted by authorities through WBJEE exam pattern 2026. Before preparation, candidates should check WBJEE exam pattern carefully. A few important WBJEE 2026 related details that candidates can check through official pattern are examination mode, duration, number of sections, number of questions, type of questions, marking details, and more.

Being familiar with WBJEE 2026 exam pattern will give the candidates more chances of being well prepared for examination and having good scores. Along with exam pattern, candidates are also advised to check official WBJEE 2026 syllabus. Knowing both pattern and syllabus will be advantageous to candidates during WBJEE preparation. WBJEEB has released WBJEE 2026 application form at official website. Read to know more about WBJEE Exam Pattern 2026.

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Table of contents
  • WBJEE 2026 Exam Pattern
  • WBJEE Exam Pattern 2026: Division of Questions
  • What is the WBJEE 2026 Marking Scheme?
  • WBJEE 2026 Syllabus: Know Important Topics
  • WBJEE 2026 Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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WBJEE 2026 Exam Pattern

WBJEE exam pattern 2026 is now available. WBJEEB has release the pattern along with official WBJEE 2026 information brochure. To know how entrance exam will be held, candidates can check official pattern. WBJEE 2026 exam will be conducted offline, as a pen and paper based test. There will be no computer based test. Through WBJEE pattern, candidates can check important information such as exam mode, duration, type of questions, marking scheme and more. Since offical pattern has been released, candidates can refer to the details given in the table below to prepare for the examination.

WBJEE Exam Pattern 2026

Particulars Details
Mode

Offline (pen-and-paper-based test)

Duration  4 hours (2 hours for each paper)
Medium of Exam English and Bengali
Sections

Paper 1 - Mathematics

Paper 2 - Physics and Chemistry

Type of Questions Multiple Choice Questions
Total Number of Questions 155 Questions
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many papers are there in WBJEE?
A: 

WBJEE 2026 exam will have two papers. Paper 1 will be Mathematics and Paper 2 will be Physics and Chemistry.

Q:   How can I mark my answers in the WBJEE OMR sheet?
A: 

At exam centre, students will have to mark their answers in WBJEE OMR sheet. The sheet will be provided by the authorities. Out of given options, correct answer has to be marked in OMR sheet, by darkening appropriate circle/bubble.

Q:   Is WBJEE an online or offline exam?
A: 

WBJEE is held offline as a pen and paper based test. Students have to report to centre and attempt exam in an OMR sheet. Out of the given options for each question, student will have to mark correct one with their pen and submit it.

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WBJEE Exam Pattern 2026: Division of Questions

Candidates can know details about division of questions in WBJEE exam pattern below. Questions in each section of WBJEE 2026 question paper will be divided into three categories. In first and second category, only one option will be correct. In third category, one or more options will be correct.

Physics

Category
No. of questions

Category-I

30

Category-II

5

Category-III

5

Total

40

Chemistry

Category
No. of questions

Category-I

30

Category-II

5

Category-III

5

Total

40

Mathematics

Category
No. of questions

Category-I

50

Category-II

15

Category-III

10

Total

75

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the duration of WBJEE?
A: 

As per WBJEE exam pattern, total duration of exam is 4 hours. For each paper, 2 hours will be given.

Q:   What is the exam pattern of the WBJEE?
A: 

According to official pattern, WBJEE exam will be held as an offline test. Candidates will have to attempt category wise questions for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Marking scheme will be different for every question category.

Q:   Is WBJEE exam pattern essential for preparation?
A: 

WBJEE exam pattern is essential for preparation. Through exam pattern, candidates can know what to expect in the examination and accordingly prepare for it. 

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What is the WBJEE 2026 Marking Scheme?

Candidates can check category wise marking scheme as per official WBJEE exam pattern given below. Every category has a different WBJEE marking scheme. According to exam pattern, only Category III questions will not have any negative marking for wrong answers. For reference, candidates can check previous year's marking details given below.

Also Read: WBJEE Chapter Wise Previous Year Questions: Download PDF Here

WBJEE Marking Scheme

Category Marking Scheme
Category I

Each correct answer will be awarded one mark.

An incorrect response will bring a loss of 1/4 mark.

For any combination of responses with more than one option, the said answer will be treated as incorrect and will bring a loss of 1/4 mark.

Category II

Only one option is correct; the correct response yields two marks.

An incorrect response will bring a loss of 1/2 marks

For any combination of responses with more than one option, the said answer will be treated as incorrect and will bring a loss of 1/2 marks

Category III

One or more options may be correct. Only correct responses will be given 2 marks.

There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the section-wise weightage in WBJEE?
A: 

In WBJEE exam, candidates will have to attempt 75 questions from Mathematics. In Physics and Chemistry section, there will be 40 questions each in each subject.

Q:   Is it compulsory to attempt the Mathematics section of WBJEE?
A: 

Yes, for admission into BTech courses offered by WBJEEB, candidates will have to attempt all sections, including Mathematics. For BPharm admissions, Mathematics can be opted out.

Q:   Is there negative marking in WBJEE?
A: 

There is negative marking in WBJEE. For category 1 questions, one fourth mark will be deducted, and for category 2 questions, it is half mark. There is no negative marking for category 3 questions.

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WBJEE 2026 Syllabus: Know Important Topics

Official WBJEE 2026 syllabus is available online. It consists of list of subjects and topics that candidates have to study for entrance exam. According to official syllabus, candidates will have to prepare topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Before preparation, they should check syllabus. Knowing WBJEE important chapters to be studied will allow them to plan their study strategy well.

WBJEE 2026 Important Chapters

Physics Chemistry Mathematics

Electrostatics

Physics of Nucleus

Heat & Thermodynamics

Current Electricity

Wave Motion

Rotational Motion

Work Energy Power

Center of Mass, Impulse & Momentum

Laws of Motion

Modern Physics -Atomic Models

Magnetic Effect of Current & Magnetism

Simple Harmonic Motion

Ionic Equilibrium

Redox Reactions

Chemical Bonding

p-block, s-block, d&f block

Coordination Compounds

Chemical Kinetics

Chemical Thermodynamics

Carboxylic Acid & its Derivatives

General Organic Chemistry

Sets, Relations & Functions

Complex Numbers

Matrices

Probability

Permutation & Combination

Three-Dimensional Geometry

Indefinite Integration

Theory of Equations

Complex Numbers

Limits

 

 

 

Also Read: How to Prepare for WBJEE 2026: Check Best Books and Study Plan

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which are the most important topics to focus in WBJEE?
A: 

Candidates should check previous years' WBJEE papers to know which topics are important and should be focused on. Some important topics are given below.

SubjectsImportant Topics
MathematicsMatrices Determinants, Vectors, Definite Integration, Probability
PhysicsHeat & Thermodynamics, Wave Motion, Electrostatics, Current Electricity
ChemistryChemical Equilibrium, Chemical Thermodynamics, Chemical Bonding
Q:   How can I get the WBJEE syllabus PDF?
A: 

WBJEEB will release the WBJEE syllabus PDF at official website along with the notification and information brochure. Candidates can check topics to prepare for exam through WBJEE syllabus.

Q:   Which section is difficult to prepare in WBJEE?
A: 

According to students who have appeared for WBJEE, Mathematics is the toughest section to prepare, since it has lengthy and formula based questions.

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WBJEE 2026 Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read for WBJEE 2026 Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

Q:   What is the WBJEE marking scheme?
A: 

WBJEE marking scheme is different according to category of question. The questions are divided into three categories. For Category I and II, there is negative marking, while there is none for Category III questions.

Q:   Is the syllabus important for the WBJEE preparation?
A: 

WBJEE syllabus is important for exam preparation. To prepare their study plan, students have to be familiar subjects and topics in syllabus. Students should check WBJEE syllabus regularly so they are updated on what has to be studied.

Q:   Can I crack WBJEE through self study?
A: 

To crack WBJEE through self study, candidates will have to complete official syllabus and focus on revision. Previous years' papers should be regularly solved so that they do not make any mistakes in the exam.

Q:   How to crack WBJEE in first attempt?
A: 

Candidates should know the official WBJEE syllabus to be prepared for the exam. They are advised to prepare for WBJEE simultaneously with their board exams. Mock tests and revision should be done regularly.

Q:   What is the total score in WBJEE?
A: 

According to official WBJEE exam pattern, the total score in WBJEE is 200. Candidates should check marking scheme carefully as different category questions will be marked differently.

Q:   Is the WBJEE question paper available in Bengali?
A: 

Students will have choice to attempt WBJEE question paper in English or Bengali. Each question will be available in both English and Bengali. Students can choose the one they are comfortable to use. No other language is used for WBJEE.

Q:   What is the syllabus level of WBJEE?
A: 

WBJEE syllabus will be available online. Level of WBJEE syllabus will be similar to 12th class qualifying examination. Difficulty level of exam can range from moderate to tough. Students should check syllabus carefully and prepare for exam with books used for their board exams.

Q:   Who is the conducting authority of WBJEE?
A: 

WBJEE is conducted by West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). All information regarding the entrance exam and admission process is announced by the WBJEEB authorities online at wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee. Students are advised to stay updated to know the latest information about WBJEE.

Q:   Should I attempt mock tests to prepare for WBJEE?
A: 

During WBJEE preparation, students should practice with mock tests. These mock tests will help know how examination will be held. This will make it easier for students to prepare for exam. Mock tests also help students know important topics to study for exam.

Q:   Is WBJEE an annual exam?
A: 

Yes, WBJEE is an annual exam. The authorities conduct the state-level engineering entrance examination once a year, in one day. The exam will not be held more than once in a year. The details of the WBJEE exam date is announced online to let the students know the examination schedule.

Q:   Is regular revision important for WBJEE preparation?
A: 

During WBJEE preparation, students should regularly revise. This will help them to remember what they have studied before. Daily revision also makes sure students do not forget important topics. Revision is considered important for exam preparation.

Q:   Will I be allotted a rank if I appear for just WBJEE Paper 1?
A: 

If the students appear for just WBJEE Paper 1 (Mathematics), they will not be allotted any rank. These students will not be considered eligible for admissions. For allotment, the students will have to attempt both Paper 1 and 2 of WBJEE.

Q:   What are the categories of the WBJEE question paper?
A: 

WBJEE question paper will have three categories. Category 1 and 2 questions will have only one correct option. Category 3 questions may have one or more correct options.

Q:   Which subjects have to be prepared for WBJEE?
A: 

The official WBJEE syllabus consists of topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. All of the units, concepts and topics present in the WBJEE syllabus will be similar to the 12th standard qualifying examination. Students have to check the syllabus carefully to prepare for the entrance exam.

Q:   Is WBJEE a multiple-choice exam?
A: 

WBJEE will be held as a multiple choice examination. Every question will have multiple options, and students will have to select correct answer.

Q:   What is the division of questions in the WBJEE exam?
A: 

WBJEE is held as an offline test. Mathematics will have 75 questions and Physics and Chemistry will have 80 questions each. Total number of questions in WBJEE is 155.

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