PUBDET 2026: Exam: Dates, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test 2026 ( PUBDET )

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PUBDET 2026: PUBDET 2026 application is expected to be out in March 2026. The exam is conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) annually for admissions to BA and BSc programmes at Presidency University.

The official body will release a detailed exam schedule along with the pattern, syllabus, result dates, etc, on the website. Learn more about PUBDET dates, fee structure, registration details, documents required, and more in the article below. 

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Table of contents
  • What is PUBDET?
  • PUBDET Important Dates 2026
  • PUBDET 2026 Exam Highlights
  • Courses Offered Through PUBDET 2026
  • PUBDET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
  • PUBDET 2026 Application Process
  • PUBDET 2026 Exam Pattern
  • PUBDET 2026 Admit Card
  • PUBDET Exam Centres
  • PUBDET 2026 Result
  • PUBDET 2026 Counselling
  • PUBDET 2026 Contact Information
  • FAQs Related to PUBDET 2026
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What is PUBDET?

Presidency University Bachelor’s Degree Entrance Test or PUBDET is held to pick students for BA and BSc (honours) courses at Presidency University, Kolkata. It is a offline test, done with pen and paper. Students who want to study here can apply for up to two subjects while filling the PUBDET application form. Presidency University is very popular in West Bengal, so around 40 to 50 thousand students apply every year. The number of seats is announced before PUBDET counselling and seat allotment. Usually, seats are much less than the number of applicants, which makes the exam really competitive.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the PUBDET exam for?
A: 

PUBDET exam is conducted to provide BA and BSc (honours) programmes offered at Presidency University, Kolkata.

Q:   Can I take PUBDET for multiple subjects? How many at once?
A: 

Yes, you can take PUBDET for multiple subjects. As per exam's notification, maximum number of attempts is 3. For first (or one) paper they apply for, an application fee of INR 500 must be paid. For each extra paper, an extra amount of INR 250 must be paid.  

PUBDET Important Dates 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of PUBDET 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Mar ' 26

PUBDET 2026 Applications

TENTATIVE
To Be Notified

PUBDET 2026 Application Correction Window

To Be Notified

PUBDET 2026 Admit Card

To Be Notified

PUBDET 2026

To Be Notified

PUBDET 2026 Final Answer Key

To Be Notified

PUBDET 2026 Results

To Be Notified

PUBDET 2026 Counselling Notification

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PUBDET 2026 Exam Highlights

Key details about the PUBDET undergraduate-level entrance exam are provided in the table below. 

Exam Particulars

Exam Statistics

Exam Name

Presidency University Bachelor's Degree Entrance Test (PUBDET)

Conducting Body

Presidency University, Kolkata

Level

University

Mode

Offline (Pen & Paper Test)

Duration

90 minutes

Medium

English (Bengali, Hindi papers in respective languages)

Official Website

https://wbjeeb.nic.in/PUBDETCMS/public/home.aspx

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there negative marking in PUBDET 2026?
A: 

Yes, there is. Every right answer gives 1 mark, but a wrong one cuts 0.25 marks. If you don't answer, no marks given or cut.

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

PUBDET is conducted offline. Students need to answer multiple choice questions (MCQs). Each subject paper has 50 questions, and aspirants fill in their answers on an OMR sheet.

Q:   Who conducts PUBDET exam?
A: 

The PUBDET exam is organized every year by WBJEEB, which means West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board, for Presidency University Kolkata.

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Courses Offered Through PUBDET 2026

PUBDET offers the following BA and BSc programmes: 

Science

Humanities

Physics

Political Science

Chemistry

Bengali

Mathematics

Sociology

Geography

English

Life Sciences

History

Geology

Philosophy

Economics

Hindi

Statistics

Performing Arts

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What subjects are there in PUBDET for BA and BSc courses?
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PUBDET gives you many choices in Science and Humanities. You can go for subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Math, English, History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, Sociology, and few more.

Q:   Can I apply for more than one subject in PUBDET 2026?
A: 

Yes, you can apply for more than one subject in PUBDET 2026. One can apply upto a maximum of two subjects in one year. But they must pay exam fee for both subjects.

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PUBDET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before you fill the application form, make sure you meet the PUBDET 2026 eligibility criteria. If a student doesn’t meet it, they can lose their chance at any stage of selection. The subject-wise eligibility rules for the exam are given below.

Nationality

  • Citizen of India

Age Limit

  • No upper or lower age limit

Academic Qualification

  • Candidates should have cleared the higher secondary examination (XII) that is conducted by CBSE, West Bengal or an equivalent exam, not before 2020.
  • The candidate must pass XII with at least five recognized subjects, including English language and excluding Environmental Science. The aggregate is to be calculated in the best four recognized subjects.

Apart from the above, in their qualifying exam in Class 12, candidates should have secured a minimum aggregate score as mentioned in the table below:

Course

Minimum Aggregate Score

General

SC/ST

OBC-A/B

Physics

70

52.50

63

Chemistry

70

52.50

63

Mathematics

70

52.20

63

Statistics

70

52.20

63

Life Science

70

52.20

63

Economics

70

52.20

63

Geography

70

52.20

63

Geology

70

52.20

63

Bengali

60

45

54

English

65

48

58

History

65

48.75

58

Philosophy

60

45

54

Political Science

60

45

54

Sociology

60

45

54

Hindi

60

45

54

Performing Arts

60

45

54

 Further, to secure admission in respective courses, candidates should also fulfil the academic criteria for admission as mentioned below:

Course

Special Academic Criteria

Bengali

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science stream at the 10+2 level. They must have Bengali as one subject with 60% marks in Bengali.

English

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science stream at the 10+2 level. They must have English as one subject with 65% marks in English-A (WBHS) or 75% in English.

History

Candidates have to apply from the Arts stream at the 10+2 level. They must have History as one subject with 65% marks in History.

Philosophy

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science/ Commerce stream at the 10+2 level. They must have English as one subject with 65% marks in English.

Political Science

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science stream at the 10+2 level. They must have English as one subject with 60% marks in English.

Sociology

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science/ Commerce stream at the 10+2 level. They must have English as one subject with 70% marks in English.

Hindi

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science stream at the 10+2 level. They must have Hindi as one subject with 60% marks in Hindi.

Performing Arts

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science stream at the 10+2 level. They must have English as one subject with 60% marks in English.

Physics

Candidates have to apply from the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at the 10+2 level. They must have secured 80% in Physics and 80% in Mathematics.

Chemistry

Candidates have to apply from the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at the 10+2 level. They must have secured 80% in Chemistry.

Mathematics

Candidates have to apply from the Science stream with Mathematics as one subject at the 10+2 level. They must have secured 80% in Mathematics.

Statistics

The candidate has to apply from the Science stream with Mathematics as one subject at the 10+2 level. The candidate must have secured 80% in Mathematics or 80% in Statistics (if Statistics is one of the subjects taken at the 10+2 level).

Life Sciences

Candidates have to apply from the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Statistics and Biology at the 10+2 level.

Economics

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science/ Commerce stream at the 10+2 level. They must have Mathematics (not Business Mathematics) as one subject with 70% marks in English (A/ B) and 75% in Mathematics.

Geography

Candidates may apply from the Arts/ Science stream with any three of the following subjects at the 10+2 level: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Statistics, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, History, Geography, and Geology.

Geology

Candidates have to apply from the stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at the 10+2 level. They must have secured 70% in each of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I apply for more than one subject in PUBDET 2026?
A: 

Yes, you can apply for more than one subject in PUBDET 2026. One can apply upto a maximum of two subjects in one year. But they must pay exam fee for both subjects.

Q:   Who is eligible to apply for PUBDET?
A: 

Candidates who have passed higher secondary examination conducted by CBSE or any other recognised board are eligible. But they are required to meet subject and aggregate criteria.

Q:   Is there any age limit for appearing in PUBDET?
A: 

No, there is no upper or lower age limit to apply for PUBDET exam. West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has provided no upper or lower age limit.

Q:   How can I apply for PUBDET exam 2026?
A: 

Candidates need to fill out WBJEEB application form online from WBJEEB official website only. You just have to write your basic details carefully in form first, then you will upload your recent photo and other required documents. After that, you have to pay WBJEEB exam fee online. Make sure you finish all this properly before the last date, otherwise the form will not be accepted. 

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PUBDET 2026 Application Process

The PUBDET application forms are released online on the exam body’s website. To fill the form, you need to register on the official site with your name and contact details. You also have to pay an application fee while filling it out. The exam body gives a chance to correct mistakes in the form, but that application correction window is now closed. Remember, the form is only available online on the official website. Any other way of submitting the form will not be accepted for the entrance exam.

PUBDET 2026 Application Fee

Candidates can pay the application fee for PUBDET through net banking/ debit card/ credit card or by cash using an Allahabad Bank e-challan.

PUBDET Application Fee (in INR)

Application fee

500 + Bank’s Service Charges (250 for each additional paper)

PUBDET Exam Centres 

Applicants are required to fill in their exam centre choices while filling out the PUBDET 2026 application form. If their preferred exam centres are at capacity, they will be allotted another based on proximity to their preference. Exam centres won't be changed once the admit cards are released. 

Examination Zones -

Bankura (681)

Kolkata-Central (811)

Asansol (701)

Kolkata-North/Salt Lake (812)

Durgapur (702)

Kolkata-South (813)

Burdawan (711)

Malda (821)

Coochbihar (721)

Kharagpur (832)

Siliguri (732)

Hadlia (842)

Srirampur (763)

Berhampur (851)

Howrah (770)

Kalyani (861)

Note: Any exam centre/ zone may be dropped if an adequate number of candidates are not available or under any other unavoidable circumstances. If any such incidents arise, the candidate will be allocated to an alternative exam centre.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How can I apply for PUBDET exam 2026?
A: 

Candidates need to fill out WBJEEB application form online from WBJEEB official website only. You just have to write your basic details carefully in form first, then you will upload your recent photo and other required documents. After that, you have to pay WBJEEB exam fee online. Make sure you finish all this properly before the last date, otherwise the form will not be accepted. 

Q:   What is the PUBDET exam fee?
A: 

The PUBDET fee is around INR 500 per subject. If you apply for two subjects, you need to pay for both separately.

Q:   What if I lose PUBDET application confirmation page?
A: 

If you lose your confirmation page, you can get a duplicate by board. But you have to pay a processing fee of INR 500 by a bank draft in name of “West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board”. You can pay the fees in Kolkata.

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PUBDET 2026 Exam Pattern

WBJEEB will release PUBDET 2026 exam pattern on its official website. PUBDET pattern 2026 will include mode, medium, total questions, types of questions, marking scheme, etc. In PUBDET 2026 exam, the questions are asked in English. However language courses like Hindi and Bengali are in their native language. 

PUBDET Exam Pattern 2026

PUBDET 2026 Test Pattern

No. of Questions

Total Marks

Time Duration

50 (MCQs)

100 marks

90 minutes

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PUBDET 2026 Admit Card

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PUBDET admit card is likely to be released in June 2026. PUBDET admit card download date has now expired. You can download your PUBDET admit card from the official website using the login details you got during registration. After downloading, you must take a printout of the PUBDET admit card. These admit cards, or hall tickets, must be carried to the exam centres. If you forget it, you won’t be allowed to sit for the exam. Important info like roll number, exam timing, reporting time, exam venue, and exam day instructions are all printed on the PUBDET admit card. Here are the steps to download PUBDET 2026 admit card:

  • Go to wbjeeb.nic.in website
  • Click on link indicating PUBDET 2026 admit card/hall ticket
  • Enter login credentials for you PUBDET account 
  • The admit card will open
  • Click on download icon and save it
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I download the PUBDET admit card 2026?
A: 

You can download PUBDET admit card from official WBJEEB website. Visit wbjeeb.nic.in and click on the admit card link once it is released.

Q:   What login details are needed to download PUBDET admit card?
A: 

You need your application number, date of birth, and security pin. Enter these details correctly to sign in and view your PUBDET admit card.

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PUBDET Exam Centres

WBJEEB will announce PUBDET exam centres 2026. You can choose PUBDET exam centre cities while filling out PUBDET 2026 application form. PUBDET exam centre addresses and locations will be mentioned on PUBDET admit card.

Students can still check the previous year PUBDET exam centres given below, so you get an idea where the test usually happens.

Bankura (681)

Kolkata-Central (811)

Asansol (701)

Kolkata-North/Salt Lake (812)

Durgapur (702)

Kolkata-South (813)

Burdawan (711)

Malda (821)

Coochbihar (721)

Kharagpur (832)

Siliguri (732)

Hadlia (842)

Srirampur (763)

Berhampur (851)

Howrah (770)

Kalyani (861)

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PUBDET 2026 Result

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WBJEEB will declare PUBDET 2026 result online. Candidates will have to log in using their login credentials to access the results, which are published in the form of rank cards. Candidates will be required to download and preserve PUBDET 2026 result cum rank cards, so that they can produce them during the counselling process. 

It must be noted that the exam body doesn't release a merit list. The steps to check the PUBDET 2026 rank cards are provided below.

  • Candidate will have to visit the official website of PUBDET 2026 to check their rank cards. 
  • Upon visiting the WBJEEB official site, students must click on the ‘PUBDET 2026 Rank Card’ tab, which will be available on the website.
  • On clicking the link, candidate will be directed to a new page, where the aspirant will have to enter their application number, password and date of birth.
  • Candidate will then have to click on the sign-in button.
  • One can view their respective PUBDET rank cards. Results will be available to individual candidates. It will contain all relevant ranks and total scores.
  • All are advised to download their rank cards and take a print-out for counselling process.
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PUBDET 2026 Counselling

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PUBDET admission process is conducted in two rounds. Candidates who have secured a rank in the PUBDET merit list are eligible to apply for the counselling process. However, all eligible candidates must complete the e-registration first to participate in the counselling rounds. 

PUBDET Counselling Notification: To be provided soon

PUBDET Counselling: Registration Details

Details for PUBDET counselling registration are as follows:

  • Candidates must register online at www.wbjeeb.nic.in or www.wbjeeb.in.
  • The registration fee is Rs. 500/-.
  • All candidates need to provide the following details to register for PUBDET counselling process 2026:
    • Personal, academic, bank account, and contact details.
    • PUBDET 2026 application or roll number.
    • Class 10 passing details with marks obtained in Mathematics.
    • Class 12 passing details

Note: All candidates must note that no further corrections will be made once the submission is confirmed.

PUBDET Counselling: Documents Required 

Check the list of documents required for counselling and admission:

  • Hard copy of the allotment letter 
  • Hard copy of the rank card
  • Mark sheet of class-X
  • Mark sheet of class-XII
  • SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/ EWS /PwD/ Domicile certificate
  • Income Certificate of Parents or Income Certificate/ Payslip from the Employer or latest ITR
  • Aadhar Card
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PUBDET 2026 Contact Information

Address: Controller of Examinations, West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations board, AQ-13/1, Sector –V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700091

Phone No.: 1800-3450-050

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I carry a calculator inside PUBDET exam hall?
A: 

No, no electronic devices including a calculator are allowed in the PUBDET exam halls. If a student is found using such devices, they will be booked under unfair means and will be disqualified. 

Q:   What are the working hours to contact WBJEEB for PUBDET queries?
A: 

While specific hours aren't listed, it is recommended to call the helpline during regular office hours (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days).

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FAQs Related to PUBDET 2026

Some important FAQs related to PUBDET are provided below.

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Q:   Who is eligible for PUBDET 2026?
A: 

Candidates can apply for PUBDET if they have passed class 12 or a similar level exam from any recognised board. Marks requirement can be different for each subject. Only Indian students can apply for PUBDET 2026.

Q:   What is PUBDET exam?
A: 

PUBDET means Presidency University Bachelor's Degree Entrance Test. It's an exam for students who want to study BA or BSc (Honours) courses in Presidency University Kolkata. The test happens in offline mode using pen and paper.

Q:   What is the PUBDET exam for?
A: 

The PUBDET exam is mainly for getting admission into undergraduate programs like BA and BSc at Presidency University. It helps the college choose students based on their exam marks.

Q:   What is the syllabus of PUBDET?
A: 

The PUBDET syllabus is mostly from your class 11 and 12 subjects. It depends on what subject you choose like Physics, Chemistry, Math, History, English, Political Science and more.

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Answered 2 days ago

If you lose your confirmation page, you can get a duplicate by board. But you have to pay a processing fee of INR 500 by a bank draft in name of “West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board”. You can pay the fees in Kolkata.

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Answered a week ago

You need your application number, date of birth, and security pin. Enter these details correctly to sign in and view your PUBDET admit card.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

You can download PUBDET admit card from official WBJEEB website. Visit wbjeeb.nic.in and click on the admit card link once it is released.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

If you find any error on your PUBDET admit card, contact exam authority immediately. Errors must be corrected before exam date, otherwise you may face problems on exam day.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

PUBDET admit card shows your name, date of birth, roll number, category, father's name, photograph, and signature. These details must match your application form.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Candidates should reach PUBDET exam centre at least 30 minutes before the exam time. Late entry is not allowed under any condition.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, it is compulsory to carry a photo ID with PUBDET admit card. Students need to have one valid government photo ID: Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, voter ID, or driving license.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

PUBDET exam usually held in cities are

  • Kolkata
  • Durgapur
  • Siliguri
  • Asansol
  • Howrah
  • Malda
  • Kharagpur
  • Others across West Bengal.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

No, PUBDET 2026 exam date and centres are not released yet. Students can refer to previous year centres to get a general idea.

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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, you can apply for more than one subject in PUBDET 2026. One can apply upto a maximum of two subjects in one year. But they must pay exam fee for both subjects.

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