WBJEEB Revises WBJEE Decentralised Counselling 2026 New Dates Announced: Check Full Schedule

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) released a revised brochure for WBJEE decentralised counselling 2026 and announced new dates for phase 1 and 2 engineering and pharmacy admissions on its official website, wbjeeb.nic.in. This revision aims to address the significant number of vacant BTech seats and allow a broader pool of candidates to participate in the counselling process.

The decision to revise the eligibility criteria and postpone the counselling process followed considerable backlash from both teachers and students regarding the initial conditions. The updated guidelines now permit candidates who have already secured seats in previous rounds to participate if they seek admission in a different stream or college, providing a crucial second chance for many aspirants.

WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling: Important Dates

The revised schedule for the WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling has been published, outlining two distinct phases with multiple rounds each. Candidates are advised to strictly adhere to these dates to ensure their participation in the admission process. Online registration for Phase 1 Round 1 will commence on September 7, 2026.

WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling: Revised Eligibility and Fee

The WBJEEB has significantly revised the admission eligibility criteria for WBJEE decentralised counselling 2026. A key change allows candidates who have already secured seats in earlier rounds to now participate if they are seeking admission in a different stream or college. However, those already admitted to a particular college/institute or stream/discipline combination are not eligible to seek the same combination again, ensuring fairness and preventing seat blocking.

To participate in this decentralised counselling, candidates must pay a one-time registration fee of Rs 250. This fee is non-refundable and is essential for completing the online registration and profile creation process.

How to Apply for WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling

Candidates eligible for the WBJEE 2026 decentralised counselling must follow a specific online process to register and secure their seats. The entire process, including registration, choice filling, and fee payment, will be conducted through the official WBJEEB portal. You can’t ignore for candidates to complete all steps within the stipulated deadlines.

1. Go to the official website, wbjeeb.nic.in.
2. Navigate to the ‘WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling’ section.
3. Click on the registration link for Phase 1 Round 1 (available from September 7).
4. Complete the one-time registration by paying the Rs 250 fee.
5. Fill out your profile details and select your preferred choices of colleges and streams.
6. Submit your choices and lock them before the deadline.
7. Check the merit and allocation list on the specified dates.
8. If a seat is allocated, proceed with provisional admission by paying the required fee and obtaining the admission receipt.
9. Report for physical document verification and admission confirmation at the allocated institute within the given timeframe.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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