WB SET 2026 Notification: Exam Date, Application Form, and Eligibility

The West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) is expected to release the official WB SET 2026 notification shortly, along with the comprehensive registration schedule. Aspiring candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can submit their application forms via the official portal at www.wbcsconline.in. This examination is a mandatory gateway for individuals seeking Assistant Professor positions in colleges and universities across West Bengal. Prospective applicants must complete their registration to participate in the selection process. 

WB SET Exam 2026

The West Bengal State Eligibility Test (WB SET) is a premier state-level examination conducted by the WBCSC to determine the eligibility of candidates for the role of Assistant Professor in West Bengal's higher education institutions. Held annually in an offline format, the exam features two distinct papers: Paper I, which evaluates general teaching and research aptitude, and Paper II, which assesses subject-specific knowledge.

WB SET Exam 2026- Highlights

The WB SET is a competitive state-level exam conducted every year to recruit qualified individuals for Assistant Professor vacancies in West Bengal universities and colleges. The 2026 edition of the WB SET will be administered across 33 distinct subjects. The assessment structure includes Paper 1, focusing on general teaching and research aptitude, and Paper 2, which covers specialized academic subjects.

WB SET 2026- Important Dates

The comprehensive WB SET 2026 notification, encompassing the full registration timeline and guidelines, will be published soon. The official examination date has been announced as 13th December 2026. 

WB SET Notification 2026

The WB SET 2026 notification will be released by the West Bengal College Service Commission on their official website, www.wbcsconline.in. The notification PDF will provide essential details, including candidate eligibility, the online registration process, and the updated exam pattern. Once released by the commission, all critical updates will be promptly updated on this page for your convenience.

WB SET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the WB SET 2026, it is essential for candidates to thoroughly review the official eligibility criteria established by the examination authorities.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have completed their  Master’s Degree OR equivalent Examination from Universities/Institutions recognized by UGC.
• Candidates from the General/EWS category must have secured at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in the Master’s Degree OR equivalent Examination.
• Candidates from Other Backward Classes(OBC) belonging to the non-creamy layer/ Scheduled Caste(SC) /Scheduled Tribe(ST)/ persons with disability(PWD)/ Transgender category have to secure at least 50% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s degree or equivalent Examination to be eligible for this Test.
• The Ph.D. degree holders whose Master’s level Examination had been completed by 19th September 1991(irrespective of the date of declaration of result) shall be eligible for a relaxation of 5% in aggregate marks (i.e. from 55% to 50%) for appearing in SET.

Note: Students currently pursuing a Master's degree, or those awaiting final results, are eligible to apply for the WB SET. Qualification for the Assistant Professor position is contingent upon completing the Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for OBC/SC/ST/PWD/Transgender categories). These candidates must fulfill their degree requirements within two years of the SET results, or they will be subject to disqualification.

Age Limit

There is no upper age limit for the West Bengal State Eligibility Test (WB SET). Consequently, any candidate who meets the essential educational requirements is eligible to register for the examination regardless of age.

WB SET Exam 2026 Application Fee

Candidates planning to apply for the WB SET 2026 must ensure payment of the application fee as specified for their respective categories. Payments can only be processed through secure online modes, including credit cards, debit cards, or net banking.

How to Apply for Online West Bengal SET Exam 2026

Applications for the WB SET 2026 must be submitted online via the official West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) website. Follow the upcoming step-by-step guide to successfully complete your application form for the 2026 examination:

1. Visit the official website of the West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) at www.wbcsconline.in
2. On the homepage, click on “Apply for STATE ELIGIBILITY TEST”. You will be redirected to a new page with the online application portal.
3. Candidates have to do the registration process and fill in all the details like Subject, Have you qualified earlier WB SET in the same subject, and Choice of examination center 1 & 2.
4. Upload all the required documents, including your passport-size photograph, signature, certificates, etc.
5. Recheck all the details of your application form before proceeding to the payment page.
6. Pay the application fees as mentioned, category-wise. and click on the submit button.
7. Save and download the WB SET Application Form for future reference.

WB SET Exam Pattern 2026

The WB SET exam is conducted in an objective, multiple-choice question format. The structure comprises two mandatory papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. 

• Paper I shall consist of 50 objective-type compulsory questions, each carrying 2 marks. The questions, which will be general, are intended to assess the teaching and research aptitude of the candidate.
• Paper II shall consist of 100 objective-type compulsory questions, each carrying 2 marks, which will be based on the subject selected by the candidate.
• The time duration for paper I is 01 hour, and paper 2 is 02 hours.
• For each correct question, 2 marks shall be awarded.
• There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

WB SET 2026- Minimum Qualifying Marks

The minimum qualifying percentage required for the West Bengal State Eligibility Test 2026 is determined by the official notification guidelines issued by the commission.

• General (Unreserved) /EWS - 40%
• SC, ST, OBC (belonging to Non-Creamy Layer)/PWD, and Transgender - 35%

WB SET Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Click to View

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