WBJEE 2026 Aspirants Prepare Documents Ahead of Expected Application Window

As the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board prepares to open the 2026 application portal, students are advised to organize their domicile and academic papers.

Today, February 24, 2026, thousands of students across West Bengal are in a state of high alert as the official notification for the WBJEE 2026 is expected to be released at any moment. Unlike other national exams that have already started their processes, the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has seen a slight delay this year. This delay has actually given many students extra time to gather the necessary paperwork required for the state-level engineering entrance. Experts suggest that the Aspirants should use this week to ensure their digital and physical documents match the strict specifications mentioned in previous years' brochures.

The WBJEE 2026 is a very important test because it is the only way to get into prestigious state universities like Jadavpur University and the University of Calcutta for engineering. Current reports suggest that the registration link will go live on the official website by the end of this month. Because the exam is conducted in an offline OMR-based format, the board requires very clear scanned images of photographs and signatures to avoid any identity issues at the exam center. Students are also reminded that having a proper Domicile certificate is mandatory if they want to claim a seat in government-run colleges.

1. Mandatory Document Checklist for Registration

To make the Application process smooth, every Aspirant must keep a specific set of documents ready in digital format.

• Passport Photo: You need a recent colored photograph with a light background, sized between 10 KB and 200 KB in JPG format.
• Signature: A scanned copy of your signature on white paper with a blue or black pen, sized between 4 KB and 30 KB.
• Identity Proof: A valid government ID like an Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or 10th standard admit card is required for verification.
• Academic Records: Keep your Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets handy to enter your marks and board details accurately.
• Income Certificate: If you are applying for the Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme, you must have an income certificate issued after January 1, 2026.

2. Eligibility and Domicile Rules

The WBJEE 2026 has specific rules about who can apply for which seats, and understanding these is the first step for any Aspirant.

• Age Limit: You must be at least 17 years old by December 31, 2026. This means you should be born on or before December 31, 2009.
• Academic Marks: General category students need at least 45% in Physics, Mathematics, and one other subject (Chemistry/Biology) in Class 12.
• Domicile Status: You must be a resident of West Bengal for at least 10 years to be eligible for reserved seats or government college quotas.
• Other State Students: Candidates from outside West Bengal can apply for the Application, but they are only eligible for "Unreserved" seats in private colleges.
• Official Information: For the full list of recognized boards and criteria, visit the WBJEEB Official Website.

3. Preparation Strategy and Exam Pattern

Once the Application window opens, the countdown to the exam day begins, and students must be ready for the unique pattern of this test.

• Two Papers: The exam consists of Paper-I (Mathematics) and Paper-II (Physics and Chemistry), held on the same day in two different sessions.
• Marking Scheme: There are three categories of questions. Category 1 has negative marking (1/4 mark), while Category 3 has no negative marks.
• Syllabus: The test mainly covers the Class 11 and Class 12 syllabus of the West Bengal Council and Central Boards.
• Previous Papers: Students are encouraged to download and practice from the WBJEE Old Question Papers section to understand the difficulty level.
• Exam Date: While not final, the exam is expected to be held on April 26, 2026, which is the last Sunday of the month.

Conclusion

As the Application window for WBJEE 2026 nears, the most important task for any Aspirant is to stay calm and organized. Errors in the form, especially regarding Domicile or category details, can lead to the cancellation of your rank later during the counseling process. By preparing your documents today, you can avoid the panic that usually happens when the website traffic increases on the first day of registration. Remember to check the WBJEEB Current Events page daily for the "New Candidate Registration" link. Success in this exam requires not just hard work in your studies, but also careful attention to the rules of the board.

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