WB SET Preparation 2024: Tips, Strategy & Guide

West Bengal State Eligibility Test 2024 ( WB SET )

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Dec 17, 2024 15:17 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

WB SET Preparation 2024: West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) conducted the 26th SET exam in West Bengal on December 15, 2024. Lakhs of candidates appeared for the WB SET exam. The WB SET 2024 exam is one of the most sought-after exams by candidates who want to obtain eligibility as Assistant Professors in different universities and colleges in West Bengal. As the competition among candidates to crack the exam is huge, it is important to have the right WB SET preparation strategy for 2024 to ensure success in the exam.

Candidates appearing for WB SET 2024 must follow a coherent and strict preparation plan. Here, we have provided a comprehensive WB SET preparation plan for the candidates. Candidates should follow the given WB SET preparation tips for 2024 to ace the exam with flying colours.

Q:   For how many subjects the WB SET exam is conducted?
A: 

The West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) conducts the WB SET (West Bengal State Eligibility Test) for two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. The paper 1 is generic in nature and is same for all the candidates who are appearing for the exam. However, the paper 2 is subject specific. A total of 33 subject's xam is take under Paper 2. The candidates have to select the Paper 2 while filling out the WB SET applicatiin form. 

Q:   Is there any restriction on the number of attempts for the WB SET exam?
A: 

No, you can apply and appear for the WB SET exam for any number of times till you attain the desired scores. The WB SET Certificate is valid for a lifetime according to the norms of NCTE. Though, the candidates can take the WB SET exam to upgrade their marks. The guidelines have been given below for the candidates to take the WB SET exam:

  • The candidates must fulfill the educational qualification criteria to take the exam The age of the candidates cannot be less than 18 years There is no upper age limit to take the WB SET exam
  • The candidates can take the WB SET exam as many times as they want as there is no restrictions in taking the exam again
Q:   What is the syllabus for WB SET exam?
A: 

The candidates who are preparing for the WB SET (West Bengal State Eligibility Test) must go though the syllabus to prepare for the exam correctly. The WB SET Paper 1 syllabus has been given below:

  • Teaching Aptitude
  • Research Aptitude
  • Comprehension 
  • Communication 
  • Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
  • Logical Reasoning 
  • Data Interpretation 
  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
  • People, Development and Environment 
  • Higher Education System 

Note: The candidates can check the detailed WB SET syllabus for Paper 1 & 2 on the WB SET Sylllabus page.

Table of contents
  • WB SET Preparation 2024
  • WB SET syllabus and exam pattern
  • WB SET Preparation: Time Management Tips
  • WB SET Revision Tips
  • WB SET Question Papers
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