WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling Revised Schedule: Check Phase 1, 2 Dates
Published 4 Sept 20266 min read19 Views
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the revised schedule for WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling. The counselling will be conducted to fill vacant undergraduate seats at participating institutions in West Bengal. According to the revised schedule, Phase 1 registration and choice filling will be held from September 2 to September 4, 2026. The Phase 1 seat allotment result will be announced on September 6. The second phase will begin with registration and choice filling from September 10 to September 12, followed by seat allotment on September 13, 2026. The counselling covers vacant seats in Engineering, Technology, Architecture and Pharmacy programmes.
WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling: Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat Matrix Publication | August 31, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Registration and Choice Filling | September 2–4, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment | September 6, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Fee Payment and Reporting | September 6–9, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Registration and Choice Filling | September 10–12, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Seat Allotment | September 13, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Fee Payment and Reporting | September 13–15, 2026 |
Candidates should carefully track the deadlines because registration, choice filling, allotment and reporting are scheduled within short windows.
Who Can Participate in WBJEE Decentralised Counselling 2026?
As per the information provided, all candidates with a valid WBJEE 2026 rank can participate in the decentralised counselling process. The revised eligibility provision rolls back the earlier restricted criteria, allowing a wider group of WBJEE rank holders to participate. Candidates should, however, check the latest WBJEEB notification for the exact eligibility conditions applicable to their individual counselling status.
Which Courses Are Covered?
WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling is being conducted for vacant undergraduate seats in:
- Engineering
- Technology
- Architecture
- Pharmacy
Both government and self-financed private institutions participating in the decentralised counselling process are covered.
Candidates should check the latest seat matrix before filling their preferences.
How to Register for WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling?
Candidates can complete the registration process through the official WBJEEB portal when the applicable link is active.
The general process is:
- Visit the official WBJEEB website.
- Open the WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling section.
- Log in using the required WBJEE 2026 credentials.
- Enter the required details.
- Pay the applicable registration fee online.
- Select preferred colleges and courses.
- Lock the choices before the deadline.
- Save the confirmation details for future reference.
Candidates should check the official instructions for the current registration window before submitting their details.
What Happens After WBJEE Seat Allotment?
Candidates who receive a seat must complete the required fee payment and reporting formalities within the applicable window.
- For Phase 1, fee payment and reporting are scheduled from September 6 to September 9, 2026.
- For Phase 2, the corresponding window is September 13 to September 15, 2026.
Candidates should:
- Check their allotment result.
- Pay the applicable seat acceptance fee within the deadline.
- Complete document-related formalities.
- Follow the reporting instructions issued by the allotted institute.
- Report within the prescribed period.
Failure to complete the required formalities within the deadline may result in loss of the allotted seat.
What Happens If a Candidate Misses Phase 1?
The supplied information states that candidates who miss Phase 1 can participate in Phase 2 through fresh registration. Phase 2 registration and choice filling will be conducted from September 10 to September 12, 2026. The Phase 2 seat allotment result will be released on September 13. Candidates dissatisfied with their Phase 1 allotment may also seek participation in Phase 2, subject to the applicable WBJEEB rules. Because the exact treatment of an already allotted or accepted Phase 1 seat can depend on the official counselling rules, candidates should verify their individual status before proceeding.
What Candidates Should Do
Candidates should prepare for the counselling process by:
- Checking the latest vacant-seat matrix.
- Reviewing eligible colleges and courses.
- Registering during the applicable window.
- Preparing and locking choices before the deadline.
- Checking the Phase 1 allotment result on September 6.
- Completing fee payment and reporting if allotted a seat.
- Checking Phase 2 eligibility if a seat is not secured or further participation is permitted.
- Completing Phase 2 formalities within the September 15 deadline, where applicable.
Candidates should rely on the latest WBJEEB notification for any change in dates, eligibility or counselling rules.