Engineering Entrance Exam

The GATE paper code of Engineering Sciences is XE. This year, IIT Guwahati has introduced a new sectional paper under XE, naming Energy Science (XE-I). The optional section (where the applicant has to choose any two) carries 70 marks. The GATE optional sections are as follows -

• Fluid Mechanics
• Materials Science
• Solid Mechanics
• Thermodynamics
• Polymer Science and Engineering
• Food Technology
• Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences
• Energy Science

No, according to the official GL Bajaj Noida website the institution does not accept entrance exam scores apart from JEE Mains for admission to its BTech programme. The counselling process however is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) due to the institution being located in the jurisdiction of Greater Noida.

Yes, GATE has negative marking for MCQs only. There is no negative marking for MSQs and NATs. For 1 mark question, 1/3rd marks is deducted for incorrect response and for 2 marks, 2/3rd mark is deducted for incorrect response. Candidates who are appearing for the exam this year, must be aware of the exam pattern and marking scheme. 

Through the WBJEE correction facility, the students will not be able to correct all information that have been submitted in the application form. Some of the information that will be open for editing/correct are the reservation category, income details, religion, nationality, Aadhaar number, photograph, etc.

WBJEE 2026 application form correction facility dates will be announced online. After the registration process is over, the students will be able to edit their submitted information through the online correction facility. After the final date, the students will not be able to make any more corrections.

GATE paper code is engineering branch code. Candidates must check paper code carefully while filling application form. The details are available at GATE's official website- gate2026.iitg.ac.in.

If the students forget their WBJEE password, then they will have to create a new one online. The students have to choose SMS or email reset link to create a new password. 

WBJEE application form number will be available after registration is completed. Once students can check their application number, they should keep it for safe since it will be needed for login and admission.

The GATE paper code for metallurgical engineering is MT. The eligible two-paper combination for metallurgical engineering is Engineering Sciences (XE). Candidates who want to opt for the MT paper must check the paper code carefully before applying. To apply for secondary paper, candidate must select from the drop-down menu available in the application form. 

Students should keep their 10^th and 12^th standard examination mark sheet ready before filling WBJEE application form. By having these documents ready, students will be able to correctly fill required information in application form.