WBJEE JELET 2026: Registration for Lateral Entry Admissions Begins Today

March 19, 2026 – The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has officially opened the online registration portal for the Joint Entrance Lateral Entry Test (JELET) 2026 today, March 19. Eligible candidates seeking direct admission into the second year (third semester) of Bachelor’s degree courses in Engineering, Technology, and Pharmacy across universities and government/self-financing colleges in West Bengal can now submit their applications.

The registration process is being conducted exclusively through the official website: wbjeeb.nic.in/jelet.

WBJEE JELET 2026: Key Dates and Schedule

Candidates are advised to take note of the tentative schedule released by the Board to ensure they do not miss any critical deadlines.

Eligibility Criteria

The JELET examination is a specialized gateway for diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates. The primary eligibility requirements include:

• Educational Qualification: * Engineering/Technology: Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering/Technology from an AICTE-recognized institution with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
  • Pharmacy: Candidates must have a Diploma in Pharmacy from a PCI-approved institution with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
  • B.Sc. Graduates: Must have passed B.Sc. from a UGC-recognized university with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) and must have passed Mathematics as a subject in the 10+2 level.
• Age Limit: * Diploma Holders: No upper age limit (except for Marine Engineering, which is 25 years).
  • B.Sc. Candidates: The upper age limit is 27 years as of December 31, 2026.

Application Fee Structure

The application fee varies based on category and gender. Payments must be made online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.

• General Male: ₹500
• General Female / SC, ST, OBC (Male): ₹400
• SC, ST, OBC, PwD (Female) / General Third Gender: ₹300
• SC, ST, OBC, PwD (Third Gender): ₹200

Examination Pattern

The JELET 2026 will be an OMR-based (offline) test consisting of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The paper is divided into two categories:

1. Category 1 (80 Questions): Each correct answer carries 1 mark. A negative marking of 1/4 (0.25) is applicable for every wrong answer.
2. Category 2 (20 Questions): Each question carries 2 marks. These may have one or more correct options. There is no negative marking in this category.

The subjects covered include Mathematics (50 marks), Physics (35 marks), Chemistry (25 marks), and Fundamentals of Electrical & Electronics Engineering (10 marks), totaling 120 marks.

How to Apply for WBJEE JELET 2026

1. Visit the Official Site: Go to wbjeeb.nic.in/jelet.
2. New Registration: Click on the “New Candidate Registration” link and provide basic details (Name, Mobile, Email) to generate login credentials.
3. Fill Application Form: Log in and enter personal, academic, and communication details.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph (10–100 KB) and signature (3–30 KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
5. Pay Fee: Complete the transaction using the integrated payment gateway.
6. Download Confirmation: Print the “Confirmation Page” for future reference. This is a mandatory document for the admission process.