WB SET Exam Pattern 2024: Check Paper 1 & 2 Pattern Here

West Bengal State Eligibility Test 2024 ( WB SET )

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Dec 2, 2024 15:23 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

WB SET exam pattern 2024 has been prescribed by the West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) for all 33 subjects. The WB SET exam pattern 2024 remains the same for all 33 disciplines and highlights the structure of the exam including the total number of questions, exam duration, marking scheme, total marks and subjects. The WB SET exam is conducted for two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The WB SET Paper 1 is common for all the candidates and Paper 2 is conducted in 33 different subjects. It is compulsory for candidates to appear for both papers and qualify them. Both papers comprise objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs). 

Candidates are required to appear for WB SET 2024 in the subject of their Post Graduation only. In case the subject of a candidate is not included in the list of WB SET subjects, candidates may appear in UGC NET/ CSIR NET exam.

WB SET is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates as assistant professors in different universities and colleges in West Bengal. WB SET notification 2024 is released by West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) every year to invite applications from eligible candidates.

Read below for more details on WB SET exam pattern 2024. 

Q:   What is the WB SET exam pattern?
Q:   What is the syllabus for WB SET exam?
Q:   Is there any negative marking in WB SET exam?
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  • WB SET Exam Pattern Highlights 2024
  • WB SET Exam Pattern 2024
  • WB SET Marking Scheme 2024
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WB SET Exam Pattern Highlights 2024

Have a look at the highlights of the WB SET exam pattern below for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

Particulars

WB SET Paper 1

WB SET Paper 2

Mode of exam

Offline – OMR Sheet-based

Offline – OMR Sheet-based

Type of questions asked

Objective

Objective

Number of Question

50 questions, all are compulsory

100 questions, all are compulsory

Total marks

100

200

Marks for each question

Two marks

Two marks

Negative marking

No

No

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Q:   How tough is it to crack the WB SET exam?
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WB SET Exam Pattern 2024

The WB SET examination is conducted in two parts- Paper 1 and Paper 2. Both papers are conducted in objective mode and in two different sessions. Have a look at the detailed WB SET exam pattern for both papers below:

WB SET Exam Pattern 2024 for Paper 1

The WB SET Paper 1 comprises questions of general nature to assess the teaching and research aptitude of candidates. It paper tests the reasoning ability, comprehension skills, divergent thinking and general awareness of candidates. Have a look at the highlights of the WB SET Paper 1 exam pattern below:

  • Paper 1 consists of 50 questions, all are compulsory
  • Each question carries two marks
  • Total marks for Paper 1 are 100
  • The duration of the Paper 1 is of one hour
  • There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. 

WB SET Exam Pattern 2024 for Paper 2

The WB SET Paper 2 is conducted for a total of 33 different subjects. Candidates need to make the choice of subject for Paper 2 while filling the WB SET application form on the basis of the subject of specialisation at the Post Graduate Level. Check below the highlights of the WB SET Paper 2 exam pattern below:

  • Paper 2 consists of 100 objective type questions, all are compulsory, each carrying 2 marks
  • Total marks for Paper 2 is 200
  • Duration of the Paper 2 is 2 hours
  • The questions in Paper 2 are designed to test the understanding of the subject one has opted for. 
  • There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. 

Also Read: WB SET Syllabus 2024

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Q:   Is it possible to change the exam centre after submitting the WB SET application form?
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WB SET Marking Scheme 2024

The marking scheme of the WB SET 2024 exam is mentioned below as prescribed by the WBCSC:

  • +2 marks for each correct answer
  • No negative marking for an incorrect answer or unattempted questions
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