JELET 2026 Exam on June 13; WBJEEB to Start Applications from March 19

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has officially announced the schedule for the Joint Entrance Lateral Entry Test 2026. According to the notification, the state-level entrance examination will be conducted on June 13, 2026, while the online application process will begin on March 19, 2026 through the board’s official portal.

JELET is an important entrance examination for students seeking direct admission to the second year (third semester) of professional undergraduate programmes such as BTech, BE and BPharm offered by universities and colleges across West Bengal.

Candidates interested in lateral entry admissions are advised to complete their application once the registration window opens and regularly check the official website for further updates regarding admit cards, examination guidelines and counselling.

What is JELET?

The Joint Entrance Lateral Entry Test is conducted annually by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board to facilitate lateral entry admission into engineering and pharmacy programmes.

Through this examination, eligible candidates can enter directly into the second year of courses like:

• BTech (Bachelor of Technology)

• BE (Bachelor of Engineering)

• BPharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy)

This pathway enables diploma holders and eligible science graduates to complete a full bachelor’s degree without starting from the first year, saving both time and academic effort.

JELET 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep checking the official WBJEEB portal for updates related to registration deadlines, admit card availability and counselling schedules.

JELET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To appear for the Joint Entrance Lateral Entry Test 2026, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Educational Qualification

Applicants must have one of the following:

• A Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognised institution

• A Diploma in Pharmacy for pharmacy programmes

• A Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree with Mathematics as a subject

Candidates must also secure the minimum qualifying marks as specified in the official notification.

Other Conditions

• Candidates must satisfy nationality requirements specified by the board

• They must meet all academic and eligibility criteria outlined by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board

How to Apply for JELET 2026

Once the application window opens, candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website of the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board

2. Click on the JELET 2026 registration link

3. Register using basic personal details such as name, email and mobile number

4. Fill in the JELET application form with academic and personal information

5. Upload the required documents including photograph and signature

6. Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes

7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference

Candidates are advised to carefully verify all details before submitting the form to avoid issues during the admission process.

Admission Through JELET 2026

The entrance examination plays a crucial role in the lateral entry admission process in West Bengal. After the results are declared, qualified candidates will participate in the centralised counselling process conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board.

During counselling, students can select preferred engineering or pharmacy colleges and courses based on their rank and seat availability.

What Candidates Should Do Next

With the JELET 2026 application process beginning on March 19, candidates should:

• Prepare required documents in advance

• Keep academic certificates and identification ready

• Regularly check the official website for updates on registration deadlines, admit card release and counselling

The June 13 examination will determine eligibility for lateral entry admission into second-year engineering and pharmacy programmes across West Bengal.