WBJEE JECA 2026: Application Form, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Revised Syllabus, Exam Pattern

Before reporting to the exam centre, the candidates are advised to check the WBJEE JECA exam day guidelines. Some of the important WBJEE JECA exam day guidelines are:

• Candidates are advised to report to the exam centre atleast an hour before the examination commences.
• At the exam centre, candidates will be required to present their WBJEE JECA hall ticket and identity proof.
• The candidates are requested to co-operate with the authorities during the security check.
• No electronic items will be allowed inside the exam centre.
• Candidates will be allowed to leave the exam centre only after the paper is over.

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.

Important documents and information to be kept ready before filling WBJEE JECA application form are-

• Class 10th and 12th marksheets

• Graduation marksheet

• Category certificate

• Scanned passport-size photo, signature and left-hand thumb impression

• Net banking/credit card/debit card details 

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. 

Here are the particulars of the WBJEE JECA question paper and how to solve it -

• WBJEE JECA question paper shall be objective types with multiple-choice questions. 

• Four alternatives shall be given in each question, and the candidates shall choose one correct alternative.

• The answer shall be marked by colouring the respective circle/bubble on the OMR sheet using a blue/black ink ball-point pen. 

• All the answers must be marked carefully so that no issues are faced during evaluation.

When reporting at the exam centre, the candidates will be required to bring with them their WBJEE JECA hall ticket and one original proof of identity. 

One of the following proofs of identity can be submitted before the authorities at the centre - Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Passport/PAN Card/School ID or any Govt. authorized photo proof of identity. If the proof of identity is not submitted, the candidates will be prohibited from attempting the exam.

No. WBJEE JECA will be carried out as an offline test, i.e., pen-and-paper-based test. Answers to the questions need to be mentioned on specially designed OMR sheets, supplied by the authorities. These will be multiple choice questions (MCQs).  From the given options, candidates would need to choose and mark the correct answer by completely darkening the suitable circle/bubble with a blue/black ink ball-point pen.

The WBJEE JECA exam is a 2 hour exam. Candidates will have to solve 100 multiple-choice questions within the given time. No extra time will be given.

The WBJEE JECA eligibility criteria is as follows:

• Candidates should be of Indian nationality and have a domicile of West Bengal.
• No age limit.
• Must have an undergraduate degree from a recognised University.
• Secured minimum marks as given below.
  • Module 1 - 60% (45% for SC/ST Category)
  • Module 2 - 50% (45% for SC/ST Category)
  • Module 3 - 60% (45% for SC/ST Category)
  • Module 4 - 60% (45% for SC/ST Category)

WBJEE JECA 2026 application forms will be released online on wbjeeb.nic.in. The dates for the availability of application form are expected in April 2026. 

If you can't download your WBJEE JECA admit card, you are first advised to

• Check your internet connectivity. If they do not have any issue with their internet connection, then -

• Reload the website and try logging in again. Heavy website traffic may cause some difficulties in downloading the hall ticket. 

If you are still unable to download the hall ticket, please contact the exam authorities.

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.

No, one month is not sufficient time to prepare for the WBJEE JECA. The WBJEE JECA syllabus is vast, and it's not possible to cover all the topics in one month. If you have been or are a BCA student, then it can be less challenging for you since most of the subjects of WBJEE JECA and BCA are similar. You are advised to study all the subjects and solve previous year WBJEE JECA question papers. Begin practising WBJEE JECA sample papers at least 1 or 2 months before the exam to become accustomed to the exam.

Yes. The candidates are recommended to take up mock tests to be adequately prepared for WBJEE JECA. With the help of the mock tests, the candidates will get an idea of how the entrance test would be. Mock tests will also help candidates gauge their current preparation level. The candidates can recognise their frequently made errors and practice on them so that the same will not be committed in the test. Mock tests also enable candidates to enhance their time management skills.

WBJEE JECA syllabus is available online in the information bulletin as released by the exam authorities. Download the information bulletin and go to APPENDIX –6, page number 23. It is available online at wbjeeb.nic.in. From the syllabus, the candidates can get to know the units and topics on which they will need to prepare for the upcoming entrance exam.

Graduate students pursuing BCA/BSc IT can take help from their college books since the WBJEE JECA syllabus is similar to that followed in these degree programs. Numerous students who had secured top ranks in past years in the WB JECA, as well as other exams, had cited that they learned from college books. 

The advantage of reading BCA/BSc IT books is that they are simple to comprehend, consist of many examples to grasp topics and even consist of numerical questions to assess performance. Students who depend on the BCA books for clearing WB JECA do have good chances to achieve a good score; however, they are advised to refer to extra books as well, apart from college books.

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.

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. 

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.

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. WBJEE JECA will not be conducted in other states. All of the exam centres will be within the West Bengal districts. Candidates shall have to choose three of their desired zones while filling in the application form. Assignment of WBJEE JECA exam centres shall be on the basis of the choice of the desired zones and availability.

When reporting at the exam centre, the candidates will be required to bring with them their WBJEE JECA hall ticket and one original proof of identity. 

One of the following proofs of identity can be submitted before the authorities at the centre - Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Passport/PAN Card/School ID or any Govt. authorized photo proof of identity. If the proof of identity is not submitted, the candidates will be prohibited from attempting the exam.

No. you will not be permitted to request alteration of the allocated exam centre in the WBJEE JECA admit card. Once the exam centres are allocated, the authorities will not entertain any request for alteration. Hence, the applicants are requested to verify their preferred exam centres given in the WBJEE JECA application form thoroughly before filling the application form. Allocation of exam centres is given according to the preference of the applicants and availability at the centre.

The WBJEE JECA test centres will be made available online. Cities where the entrance test will be held can be viewed through the WBJEE JECA test centres. The WBJEE JECA will be held in different centres located across different districts of West Bengal. While making the application, the applicants need to choose their desired test zones for the entrance test.

Candidates must carefully verify the WBJEE JECA admit card details for any errors. If candidates detect any errors on their admit card, they must inform the authorities immediately.

No. The WBJEE JECA admit card will not be sent through email. The candidates will be able to access the WBJEE JECA hall ticket online at wbjeeb.nic.in. No other mode will be used by the authorities to release the admit card of WBJEE JECA. To download the hall ticket, the candidates will have to log in using the required credentials. A print out of the admit card has to be taken for future use.

No. You should not put your signature or write anything on the WBJEE JECA admit card. If there is any requirement to sign your admit card, you will be notified at the exam centre by the exam officials. If any unnecessary writings are noticed on the admit card, the officials might refuse to accept it, and you will not be permitted inside the centre.

If you can't download your WBJEE JECA admit card, you are first advised to

• Check your internet connectivity. If they do not have any issue with their internet connection, then -

• Reload the website and try logging in again. Heavy website traffic may cause some difficulties in downloading the hall ticket. 

If you are still unable to download the hall ticket, please contact the exam authorities.

Yes. The candidates will be able to raise objections against the provisional WBJEE JECA answer key. The official link to raise objections will be available online at wbjeeb.nic.in. Candidates will have to log in using the required credentials and select their question. The supporting proof has to be uploaded and the candidates will have to pay INR 500 for every objection. All objections have to be submitted before the final date. 

You can calculate your probable marks by comparing your responses to the correct answers as mentioned on the model answer key. Follow the official marking scheme to calculate. Please note that the calculated marks are indicative and can differ from the final scores.

Yes, the WBJEE JECA result will be published online. No other mode will be adopted by the authorities for publishing the WBJEE JECA results. Candidates will need to log in via the required credentials to view the WBJEE JECA result, which will indicate the ranks and scores of the candidates.

While preparing WBJEE JECA cutoff, authorities consider various factors, such as-

• Difficulty level of test
• Total number of candidates
• Previous year cutoffs
• Total number of seats

Separate WBJEE JECA cutoffs will be released for the two rounds of counselling.

WBJEE JECA rank card will be released online. Candidates will be able to download the result in the form of a rank card. Before downloading the rank card, the candidates should check the details present in the rank card carefully.  

After WBJEE JECA results are declared, the qualified candidates can register for the counselling process. The details regarding the WBJEE JECA counselling will be announced online. All candidates will have to register and fill the required details for counselling. Allotment of seats will be done based on the candidate's rank, preferences, category and seat availability.

WBJEE JECA result will be declared online. To check their results, candidates would need their JECA application number and password. Once the results are out, they can click on the Results link on the official portal and provide their login credientials. Their scorecard will appear on the screen.

Yes, the WBJEE JECA result will be published online. No other mode will be adopted by the authorities for publishing the WBJEE JECA results. Candidates will need to log in via the required credentials to view the WBJEE JECA result, which will indicate the ranks and scores of the candidates.

During the WBJEE JECA counselling, the candidates will be allotted seats as per their preferences, ranks, category and seat availability. WBJEE JECA seat allotment result will be announced online. 

After the WBJEE JECA seat allotment announcement has been made, candidates will need to confirm their admission before the last day. They would need to pay the seat acceptance fee and report to their allotted institute and get their documents verified. All documents must be submitted in their original form, along with a set of photocopies.

After paying the fee, you must report to the allotted college for document verification with the following:

• JECA 2025 Rank Card and Admit Card
• Class 10, 12, and Graduation mark sheets
• Domicile Certificate and Category/Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Seat Allocation ID.

In the WBJEE JECA counselling process, candidates must select their college in order of preference. Once submitted, the preference order of college choices can't be changed.

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 SC category was also the same, at 102, in the last round closing ranks. Therefore, we can say that the competition for all three categories was the same in 2023.

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 cutoff was 31 in the last round. Among the OBC AI candidates, the cutoff was also the same in the last round as the General AI category. The same cutoff was also observed for the SC AI and ST AI quota students. To know more, click here.

For WBJEE JECA, top colleges include Jadavpur University, IIEST Shibpur, IEM Kolkata, Heritage Institute of Technology, and Kalyani Government Engineering College (KGEC).

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. 

After the WBJEE JECA seat allotment announcement has been made, candidates will need to confirm their admission before the last day. They would need to pay the seat acceptance fee and report to their allotted institute and get their documents verified. All documents must be submitted in their original form, along with a set of photocopies.

For WBJEE JECA counseling registration, the applicants will be required to -

• Go to the official website and login via your roll number and password

• Fill your personal, academic and contact details. 

All of the details must be carefully checked since the applicants will not be provided with the facility to edit their provided details.

Yes. The candidates are recommended to take up mock tests to be adequately prepared for WBJEE JECA. With the help of the mock tests, the candidates will get an idea of how the entrance test would be. Mock tests will also help candidates gauge their current preparation level. The candidates can recognise their frequently made errors and practice on them so that the same will not be committed in the test. Mock tests also enable candidates to enhance their time management skills.

No, one month is not sufficient time to prepare for the WBJEE JECA. The WBJEE JECA syllabus is vast, and it's not possible to cover all the topics in one month. If you have been or are a BCA student, then it can be less challenging for you since most of the subjects of WBJEE JECA and BCA are similar. You are advised to study all the subjects and solve previous year WBJEE JECA question papers. Begin practising WBJEE JECA sample papers at least 1 or 2 months before the exam to become accustomed to the exam.

WBJEE JECA cutoff will be prepared and released online at wbjeeb.nic.in/jeca. The authorities are expected to release the WBJEE JECA cutoff after every round of counselling. The opening and closing ranks for admission can be checked through the cutoff of WBJEE JECA. However, meeting the cutoff does not guarantee admission but it will give the candidates higher chances. No other mode will be used to release the WBJEE JECA cutoff.

The WBJEE JECA seat acceptance fee of INR 5000 has to be paid by the candidates online, i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card.

No, there is no fee to make corrections in the WBJEE JECA application form. Please note that the candidates may be required to pay a fee if they change their category.

Yes. The authorities will release the final WBJEE JECA answer key. After checking all of the objections that are submitted against the provisional key, the final answer key of WBJEE JECA will be prepared by the authorities. Candidates will be able to access the final WBJEE JECA answer key online at wbjeeb.nic.in. The authorities will refer to the final key while preparing the WBJEE JECA result.

Candidates must carefully verify the WBJEE JECA admit card details for any errors. If candidates detect any errors on their admit card, they must inform the authorities immediately.

If you can't download your WBJEE JECA admit card, you are first advised to

• Check your internet connectivity. If they do not have any issue with their internet connection, then -

• Reload the website and try logging in again. Heavy website traffic may cause some difficulties in downloading the hall ticket. 

If you are still unable to download the hall ticket, please contact the exam authorities.

No. You should not put your signature or write anything on the WBJEE JECA admit card. If there is any requirement to sign your admit card, you will be notified at the exam centre by the exam officials. If any unnecessary writings are noticed on the admit card, the officials might refuse to accept it, and you will not be permitted inside the centre.

While preparing WBJEE JECA cutoff, authorities consider various factors, such as-

• Difficulty level of test
• Total number of candidates
• Previous year cutoffs
• Total number of seats

Separate WBJEE JECA cutoffs will be released for the two rounds of counselling.

No. you will not be permitted to request alteration of the allocated exam centre in the WBJEE JECA admit card. Once the exam centres are allocated, the authorities will not entertain any request for alteration. Hence, the applicants are requested to verify their preferred exam centres given in the WBJEE JECA application form thoroughly before filling the application form. Allocation of exam centres is given according to the preference of the applicants and availability at the centre.

The WBJEE JECA test centres will be made available online. Cities where the entrance test will be held can be viewed through the WBJEE JECA test centres. The WBJEE JECA will be held in different centres located across different districts of West Bengal. While making the application, the applicants need to choose their desired test zones for the entrance test.

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. WBJEE JECA will be carried out as an offline test, i.e., pen-and-paper-based test. Answers to the questions need to be mentioned on specially designed OMR sheets, supplied by the authorities. These will be multiple choice questions (MCQs).  From the given options, candidates would need to choose and mark the correct answer by completely darkening the suitable circle/bubble with a blue/black ink ball-point pen.

The WBJEE JECA exam is a 2 hour exam. Candidates will have to solve 100 multiple-choice questions within the given time. No extra time will be given.

Yes, candidates must verify the official eligibility criteria on the website before registering for WBJEE JECA. If candidates are deemed ineligible, their admission will be cancelled by the authorities.  

WBJEE JECA syllabus is available online in the information bulletin as released by the exam authorities. Download the information bulletin and go to APPENDIX –6, page number 23. It is available online at wbjeeb.nic.in. From the syllabus, the candidates can get to know the units and topics on which they will need to prepare for the upcoming entrance exam.

Yes. You must stick to the WBJEE JECA syllabus as released online by the authorities. If the candidates are aware of the syllabus, they will be able to make their study plan such that they have sufficient time to finish the syllabus and practice it. Knowing the syllabus will also enable the candidates to understand what is expected to be answered in the question paper.