PUBDET Pattern 2025: Marking Scheme, Paper Pattern & Timing

Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test 2026 ( PUBDET )

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Updated on Nov 17, 2025 10:28 IST

By Porishmita Paul, Associate Senior Executive

PUBDET 2025 Pattern: WBJEEB released the PUBDET 2025 pattern on its official website. The PUBDET pattern 2025 includes the mode, medium, total questions, types of questions, marking scheme, etc., of this state-level entrance exam. It is important that the aspirants are familiar with the PUBDET pattern so that their preparations are efficient. According to the PUBDET 2025 pattern, the questions are asked in English across subjects except for language courses like Hindi and Bengali. PUBDET is an offline test that is conducted for admissions to BA and BSc programmes offered at Presidency University. Read on to learn more about the PUBDET pattern 2025. 

Table of contents
  • PUBDET 2025 - Exam Highlights
  • PUBDET 2025 Pattern
  • PUBDET 2025 Marking Scheme
  • PUBDET 2025 - Points to Remember
  • PUBDET 2025 Syllabus
  • FAQs Related to PUBDET 2025 Pattern
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PUBDET 2025 - Exam Highlights

Some key information about the PUBDET 2025 pattern is provided in the table below.

Particulars 

Details

Exam Name

Presidency University Bachelor 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:   What is the mode and duration of the PUBDET 2025 exam?
A: 

The PUBDET exam is conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode and has a duration of 90 minutes.

Q:   What is the full form of PUBDET?
A: 

The full form of PUBDET is Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test. PUBDET is conducted for admission to undergraduate courses at Presidency University, Kolkata.

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PUBDET 2025 Pattern

Each exam got 50 MCQs where you pick from four choices only. Your paper has 100 marks total and you're getting 90 minutes for finish the whole thing.

Every single subjects is using this format for your test. Since there is 50 question, you better move quick because the clock dont stop for no one. You'll see four option under every questions to choose from.

The full marks for these paper are 100 which is why you should check every answers. Because you only got 90 minutes, time management are very important for all students.

PUBDET 2025 Exam Pattern

No. of Questions

Total Marks

Time Duration

50 (MCQs)

100 marks

90 minutes

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PUBDET 2025 Marking Scheme

Every correct answer marked in PUBDET exam will give 2 marks. For every wrong answer, ½ marks will be deducted from total score. Zero marks will be given if an aspirant does not mark any answer. Official website informs, For any combination of response with more than one option, the said answer will be treated as incorrect and will get -1/2 (25% negative) marks.

Questions

50

Marks for correct answer

2 marks

Marks deducted for wrong answer

1/2 mark

Marks for not answering

Zero

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PUBDET 2025 - Points to Remember

Examinees must remember the following points with respect to the exam pattern of PUBDET 2025.

  • Candidates are advised to go through the subject syllabus carefully before appearing for the PUBDET entrance exam.
  • Questions are to be answered on the OMR sheet. Candidates are advised to fill in the answer dots correctly.
  • Candidates must darken the circle with a black/ blue ballpoint pen.
  • If the circle is not filled correctly, the answer will be deemed invalid.
  • Candidates cannot mark more than one circle in the OMR sheet.
  • Candidates are advised to reach the exam venue well on time and carry their admit cards along with them.
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PUBDET 2025 Syllabus

Aspirants can check the PUBDET 2025 syllabus in the table below. It must be noted that since this is an undergrad-level entrance exam, the syllabus topics mostly cover the topics of classes 11 and 12. 

Paper/ Subject

PUBDET 2025 Syllabus

Economics

Mathematics and English

Performing Arts

Basic knowledge of theatre, music and dance

English

English

Political Science

English and basic polity

History

History

Hindi

Hindi

Geography

Geography, English and basic scientific aptitude

Sociology

Social awareness, English and general aptitude

Bengali

Bengali

Philosophy

Reasoning, general knowledge and elements of basic philosophy

Physics

Physics

Life Science

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology

Mathematics

Mathematics

Chemistry

Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

Geology

Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

Statistics

Mathematics

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FAQs Related to PUBDET 2025 Pattern

Some important FAQs on PUBDET pattern are provided below.

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Answered 15 hours 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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Answered 15 hours 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 15 hours 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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Answered 15 hours 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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Answered 15 hours 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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Answered 15 hours 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 15 hours 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 15 hours 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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Porishmita Paul

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

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 fini

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