WBJEE JECA 2026 Pattern: Check Latest Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Joint Entrance Examination for Master of Computer Applications 2026 ( WBJEE JECA )
The WBJEE JECA 2026 exam pattern is available at wbjeeb.nic.in/jeca. The WBJEE JECA exam pattern informs about the mode of examination, duration, sections, question types, marking scheme, and more. The WBJEE JECA is going to be conducted as a pen-and-paper-based test at various exam centres. The exam duration is 2 hours, and the question paper will include 100 multiple-choice questions.
Candidates are also advised to check the official WBJEE JECA 2026 syllabus. Read to know more about the WBJEE JECA Exam Pattern 2026.
- WBJEE JECA 2026 Exam Pattern
- WBJEE JECA Marking Scheme by Category
- WBJEE JECA 2026 Preparation Tips
- Steps to fill out the WBJEE JECA 2026 application form
- WBJEE JECA 2026 Exam Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
WBJEE JECA 2026 Exam Pattern
WBJEE JECA exam pattern 2026 has not been released yet. Candidates can refer to the previous year's exam pattern below. Once the JECA 2026 exam pattern is released, it will be updated here.
WBJEE JECA Exam Pattern
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode |
Offline i.e., Pen-and-Paper-Based Test |
| Duration |
2 Hours |
| Medium of Exam |
English |
| Subject |
Undergraduate Level Computer Application |
| Number of Sections |
Category I - Questions carrying one mark each Category II - Questions carrying two marks each |
| Type of Questions |
MCQs |
| Number of Questions |
Category I - 80 Questions Category II - 20 Questions |
| Marking Scheme |
Category I
Category II
|
Commonly asked questions
In the WBJEE JECA, marking is done based on the question category. In Category I, 1 mark will be given for each correct answer and for every incorrect answer, a 1/4th mark will be deducted. In Category II, 2 marks will be given for each correct answer. No negative marking in Category II.
The WBJEE JECA question paper will be divided into two categories. The Category I will have 80 questions. Every correct answer will be awarded one mark. There is a negative marking of 1/4th mark in Category I.
Candidates must attempt 20 questions in Category II. For every correct answer in Category II, two marks will be given. There is no negative marking.
As per the official marking scheme of WBJEE JECA, the candidates will be marked according to the category in which the question lies.
Category I: One mark will be awarded for the correct answer. For each wrong answer in Category I, 1/4th mark will be deducted.
Category II: Two marks will be awarded for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for Category II.
WBJEE JECA Marking Scheme by Category
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Questions | 80 |
| Selection Rule | Only one option is correct. |
| Correct Answer | +1.0 Mark |
| Incorrect Answer | -0.25 Mark (Negative marking applies) |
| Multiple Marking | Marking more than one bubble results in -0.25 Mark . |
| Unattempted | 0 Marks |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Questions | 20 |
| Selection Rule | One or more option(s) can be correct. |
| Full Marks (+2) | Awarded only if all correct options are marked. |
| Partial Marks | Awarded if some correct options are marked and no incorrect ones are chosen. |
| Partial Formula | 2 x (Correct options marked/Actual total correct options) |
| Incorrect Answer | 0 Marks (No negative marking) |
| Any Wrong Option | If any incorrect bubble is darkened, the score is 0 . |
Commonly asked questions
No. Category II has no negative marking. If you mark an incorrect option or a combination that includes an incorrect option, you simply receive 0 marks for that question.
Partial marks will be awarded if you have not marked any incorrect options.
Formula: Marks = 2 * (Number of correct options marked)÷ (Total number of actual correct options).
No. Use only a blue or black ballpoint pen to darken the circles on OMR sheet. Answers marked with a pencil is not going to be read by the optical scanner.
WBJEE JECA 2026 Preparation Tips
Check out JECA preparation tips below-
- Focus on Computer Science (C, OOPs, Data Structures, OS, DBMS, Networks, and Machine Learning)
- Solve previous year question papers (2017–2025) to understand the type of questions being asked and their difficulty level
- Take weekly mock tests to practice how to complete 100 questions in 120 minutes
- Spend 30 minutes every night reviewing technical syntax and commands
- Maintain a "Short-Note" diary with one-liners for quick revision in the final week
Commonly asked questions
Yes. Candidates are advised to attempt mock tests to be well-prepared for WBJEE JECA. Through the mock tests, the candidates will be able to understand how the entrance examination will be conducted. Mock tests will also help the candidates to assess their current preparation progress. Candidates can identify their commonly made mistakes and work on it so that same are not made in the examination. Mock tests also help the candidates boost their time management skills.
When preparing a personalized timetable for your test preparation, consider these suggestions - cover all the topics mentioned on the syllabus; keep sufficient time for mock tests and sample papers; Revise daily; Prepare the timetable as per your aptitude.
One can crack WBJEE JECA with proper planning and dedication. Below tips can be helpful-
- List the computer application subjects that need to be given importance in the undergraduate program: C/C+, Data Structures, Operating Systems, Networking
- Work on solving all the past 10 years' papers of WBJEE JECA to get familiar with the type of questions being asked.
- Practice mock tests for accuracy and speed.
Steps to fill out the WBJEE JECA 2026 application form
- Visit wbjeeb.nic.in/jeca and click the registration link.
- Fill your basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile no. and email address.
- Create a secure password.
- An application no. will be generated once the registration process is complete.
- Fill details.
- Choose the JECA Exam Cities in order of preference.
- Upload your scanned passport-size photo, digital signature and left thumb impression as per official specifications.
- Pay application fee online through net banking/credit card/debit card/UPI.
- After paying the fee, download the WBJEE JECA application form, and print the confirmation details.
Commonly asked questions
No. You cant modify your date of birth in the WBJEE JECA application form. Hence, be extremely cautious while entering their details in the WBJE JECA application form. If the date of birth needs to be edited, the candidates must contact the officials as soon as possible to determine if any provision can be given to allow the necessary modifications.
No. Not all the details will be available for corrections in the WBJEE JECA application form. The candidates won't be able to edit/correct their fundamental details, i.e., their name, father's name, mother's name, gender, domicile and date of birth using the WBJEE JECA application correction facility. Hence, the candidates are recommended to be attentive while submitting their fundamental details in the JECA application form.
WBJEE JECA application fee is as follows -
General category: INR 500.
Third Gender/SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/EWS category: INR 400
Candidates can pay the JECA application fee online, i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card/UPI/QR code.
WBJEE JECA 2026 Exam Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Read for WBJEE JECA 2026 Exam Pattern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
Commonly asked questions
WBJEE JECA exam pattern is available in the information bulletin released online at wbjeeb.nic.in/jeca.
Pattern of Question Papers is as follows -
Category-I Each Q carries 1 mark (-ve marks = -1/4) | Category-II Each Q carries 2 marks (No -ve marks) | Total Number of Questions | Total Marks |
No. of Q | No. of Q |
|
|
80 | 20 | 100 | 120 |
All questions will be of Multiple-Choice Question (MCQ) type, with four answer options and should be completed within 2 hours. The questions will be in English.
Yes. As per the official WBJEE JECA exam pattern, there is a negative marking for wrong answers. For Category I questions, 1/4th of the mark will be deducted for wrong answers. There is no negative marking for Category II questions. Because in Category I there is negative marking, the candidates should be cautious while giving answers.
No, you do not need to prepare for the Aptitude test as per the WBJEE JECA syllabus. The Aptitude and Mathematics section has been removed from the syllabus, and you would only need to study topics from the BCA and similar level courses.
As per the official marking scheme of WBJEE JECA, the candidates will be marked according to the category in which the question lies.
Category I: One mark will be awarded for the correct answer. For each wrong answer in Category I, 1/4th mark will be deducted.
Category II: Two marks will be awarded for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for Category II.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
No. Use only a blue or black ballpoint pen to darken the circles on OMR sheet. Answers marked with a pencil is not going to be read by the optical scanner.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
No. Category II has no negative marking. If you mark an incorrect option or a combination that includes an incorrect option, you simply receive 0 marks for that question.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
The Kalyani University WBJEE JECA Cutoff 2025 was published for admission to the MCA course for various categories under the Home State quota. The Kalyani University MCA Cutoff 2025 was also published for admission for the General AI category as well.
For the General AI category, the cutoff in the f
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
To choose the most suitable college, consider the following-
- Your JECA rank.
- Check if the college offers specialisation you are interested in.
- Focus on colleges with strong placement data.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 weeks ago
For WBJEE JECA, top colleges include Jadavpur University, IIEST Shibpur, IEM Kolkata, Heritage Institute of Technology, and Kalyani Government Engineering College (KGEC).
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 weeks ago
Calcutta University WBJEE JECA Cutoff 2026 is valid for admission to the MCA course for categories under the All India quota. For the General AI category quota, the cutoff was 102 for the MCA course admission for the General category candidates under the All India quota. The cutoff for the OBC and S
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Jadavpur University WBJEE JECA cutoff 2023 was released for all categories and rounds for the students belonging to the All India quota. The university accepts the WBJEE JECA cutoff ranks for admission to the MCA course.
In 2023, for the General category candidates under the All India quota, the cut
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Contributor-Level 10
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Can I use a pencil to mark my answers on the OMR sheet in WBJEE JECA?