Jadavpur University Admission 2026 is conducted through separate admission processes based on the programme. Admission to the BE programme is carried out exclusively through the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) via the centralised WBJEE counselling process.

• Admission to ME/MTech programmes is based on a valid GATE score, followed by a Jadavpur University admission test for applicable programmes.
• Admission to BA and BSc (Honours) programmes is primarily merit-based through the university's online admission portal.
• The selected departments also require candidates to qualify in a departmental written entrance test.
• Jadavpur University does not conduct a separate entrance examination for BE admissions.
• JEE Main scores are not accepted for admission to any undergraduate engineering programme.
• Admission to all engineering seats, including the All India Quota at Jadavpur University, is granted solely on the basis of a valid WBJEE rank through the WBJEEB counselling process.

• BE (All Branches): WBJEE 2026 counselling registration open till July 5, 2026. Round 1 seat allotment on July 7, 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in.
• ME/MTech/MArch/MPharm: Application window closed June 30, 2026. 2026-27 admission process underway.
• BA/BSc (Hons): JU online application closed June 8, 2026. Merit list and seat allotment process ongoing.

• 90% of General category BE seats are reserved for West Bengal domicile candidates. 10% of General seats form the All India quota, open to all WBJEE rankers.
• All category reservations (SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/EWS/PwD/TFW) at JU apply to West Bengal domicile candidates only. A valid domicile certificate from a West Bengal authority is mandatory.
• ME/MTech application fee ranges from INR 500 (for 1 programme choice) to INR 1,500 (for 5 or more choices).
• TFW (Tuition Fee Waiver) scheme exempts eligible students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per annum from paying tuition fees.

Jadavpur University Admission Portal 2026: jadavpuruniversity.in/admission

Direct Admission at Jadavpur University: JU does not offer management quota for any engineering programme. All BE and ME/MTech seats are filled through merit via WBJEEB counselling or GATE-based selection.

1. Jadavpur University BE Admission 2026
2. Jadavpur University ME/MTech Admission 2026
3. Jadavpur University BA/BSc (Hons) Admission 2026
4. Jadavpur University Scholarships
5. Jadavpur University Admission FAQs

Jadavpur University BE Admission 2026

Jadavpur University BE admission 2026 is entirely through WBJEE 2026 rank, conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). JU offers BE across 16 branches, including Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Power Engineering, Construction Engineering, and Printing Engineering. Centralised counselling for all seat allotments is held at wbjeeb.nic.in.

Jadavpur University BE Admission Dates 2026

WBJEE 2026 counselling is live. Registration closes July 5, 2026. Round 1 seat allotment is expected on July 7, 2026.

Jadavpur University BE Eligibility Criteria 2026

Note: JU does not accept JEE Main scores at any quota. All candidates, including All India quota applicants, must hold a valid WBJEE 2026 rank to be considered for seat allotment at Jadavpur University.

Jadavpur University BE Selection Criteria 2026

BE seat allotment at JU is based solely on WBJEE 2026 rank. No interview or group discussion round is conducted by JU.

• General category seats are split: State Quota (90%) for West Bengal domicile candidates and All India Quota (10%) for all WBJEE rankers.
• SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/EWS/PwD/TFW reservations apply only within the State Quota. A valid West Bengal domicile certificate is mandatory for any reserved category claim.
• CSE is the most competitive branch at JU. The WBJEE 2025 closing rank for General All India category CSE was 78 for BE (CSE), making it one of the most sought-after engineering seats in West Bengal.
• Seat allotment is done through online choice filling on the WBJEEB portal. Candidates must lock choices before the deadline to be considered in Round 1.

Jadavpur University BE Cutoff

Jadavpur University accepts WBJEE Score for seat allocation at the institute.Students can check JU Cutoff (AIQ & State Quota seats) in the table below.

Jadavpur University WBJEE Cutoff Trends (All India Quota Seats)

Jadavpur University WBJEE Cutoff (State Quota Seats)

Jadavpur University ME/MTech Admission 2026

Jadavpur University ME and MTech admission 2026 is based on a valid GATE 2026 score for the standard category. Sponsored, Self-Sponsored, and GPAT (for M.Pharm) categories are also available. The application window for 2026-27 was open from June 19 to June 30, 2026.

Jadavpur University ME/MTech Admission Dates 2026

Jadavpur University ME/MTech Eligibility Criteria 2026

Jadavpur University ME/MTech Brochure 2026: Download Here 

Jadavpur University ME/MTech Selection Criteria 2026

Selection for the GATE category is based on GATE score combined with performance in a JU admission test. Some programmes are exempt from the test entirely.

• The JU admission test is MCQ-based, conducted offline, and lasts 45 minutes.
• Programmes with no admission test: Energy Science and Technology, Biomedical Engineering, and Computer Science. Admission to these programmes is based on GATE score alone.
• Sponsored category candidates are assessed without GATE. Relevant industry experience carries additional weightage in the selection.
• GATE category semester tuition is INR 2,400. Sponsored category tuition is INR 24,000 per semester. All students pay an additional INR 360 in admission-related fees.
• GATE category scholars at JU can apply for the AICTE-GATE scholarship (stipend up to INR 12,400 per month) directly through AICTE.

Key Insight: Each JU ME/MTech application allows a maximum of 8 programme choices. Applying for 5 or more choices costs INR 1,500 total. Sponsored category candidates are restricted to 1 choice per application. For the Computer Science ME programme, no JU admission test is conducted. Admission is based on GATE score alone, making the process more predictable.

The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit jadavpuruniversity.in for exact fee details.

How to Apply for Jadavpur University ME/MTech?

• Apply through the JU PG engineering admission portal at admissionju.jadavpuruniversity.in.
• Select up to 8 programme options. Pay the non-refundable fee: INR 500 (1 option), INR 1,000 (2 to 4 options), or INR 1,500 (5 or more options).
• Upload your GATE 2026 scorecard and qualifying degree certificate.
• Appear for the JU admission test where applicable for the chosen programme.
• Programme-specific queries: pgenquiry@jadavpuruniversity.in

Jadavpur University BA/BSc (Hons) Admission 2026

Jadavpur University BA and BSc Honours admissions 2026 are conducted through JU’s own online portal on the basis of Class 12 merit. For most subjects, Class 12 board marks are the sole selection criterion. Select Arts departments additionally hold a JU written test that contributes equally to the merit score.

Jadavpur University BA/BSc Admission Dates 2026

The JU online application window for 2026-27 closed on June 8, 2026. Merit lists and seat allotment are ongoing.

Jadavpur University BA/BSc Eligibility Criteria 2026

Jadavpur University BA/BSc Selection Criteria 2026

• For most BA and BSc subjects: admission is based entirely on Class 12 board marks.
• For English, Comparative Literature, and Philosophy: the merit formula is 50% Class 12 marks + 50% JU written test score.
• No application fee is charged under the Government of West Bengal order. A nominal admission test fee of INR 200 (General) or INR 100 (Reserved) is charged per department where a written test is conducted.

How to Apply for Jadavpur University BA/BSc (Hons)?

• Apply online through JU’s own admission portal at admission.jdvu.ac.in.
• Pay the admission test fee of INR 200 or INR 100 (Reserved) where applicable.
• Upload Class 12 mark sheet, category certificate (if applicable), and West Bengal domicile certificate.
• Visit jadavpuruniversity.in/admission/ for departmental test schedules and merit list publication dates.

Jadavpur University Scholarships 2026

JU students are eligible for state government and central government scholarship schemes. Key options are listed below.

Scholarship amounts are subject to revision by the issuing authority. Apply through the official scholarship portals for current disbursement terms and renewal conditions.

Jadavpur University Admission FAQs

Ques. Is JEE Main accepted for BE admission at Jadavpur University?

Ans. No. JU does not accept JEE Main scores. Admission to all BE programmes at Jadavpur University is based solely on WBJEE 2026 rank. This applies to both the State Quota and the All India Quota seats.

Ques. What WBJEE rank is needed for CSE at Jadavpur University?

Ans. CSE at JU is among the most competitive branches in West Bengal. The WBJEE 2025 closing rank for CSE under the General All India category was 78. State Quota closing ranks are typically higher in number. Exact 2026 closing ranks will be published after Round 1 allotment on July 7, 2026.

Ques. What percentage is required in Class 12 for BE admission at Jadavpur University?

Ans. General and EWS candidates need a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics combined. SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, and PwD candidates need a minimum of 45%.

Ques. Is GATE mandatory for ME/MTech admission at Jadavpur University?

Ans. GATE is required for the standard GATE category. JU also offers Sponsored and Self-Sponsored seats that do not require GATE. For GATE category candidates, most programmes also include a 45-minute MCQ-based admission test. Energy Science, Biomedical Engineering, and Computer Science are exempt from the JU admission test - selection is based on GATE score alone for these branches.

Ques. What scholarships are available for JU engineering students from low-income families?

Ans. The Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) provides INR 60,000 per year to engineering UG students from families with annual income below INR 2.5 lakh. The Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme waives full tuition for eligible students admitted through WBJEE counselling. Both require annual renewal.

Ques. What is the domicile requirement for West Bengal quota seats at JU?

Ans. 85% of General category BE seats are State Quota seats reserved for West Bengal domicile candidates. A domicile certificate issued by a West Bengal government authority is mandatory for State Quota and all category reservations (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD/TFW). 10% of General seats are All India Quota and are open to any WBJEE ranker regardless of domicile.

Ques. Does Jadavpur University offer direct admission or management quota?

Ans. No. JU does not offer management quota for any engineering programme. All BE seats are filled through WBJEE counselling conducted by WBJEEB. ME/MTech seats are filled on GATE score and JU admission test merit. There is no direct admission route outside these processes.

Ques. Which BA and BSc departments at JU require a separate entrance test?

Ans. Departments including English, Comparative Literature, and Philosophy conduct a JU written test in addition to Class 12 marks. The merit formula for these departments is 50% Class 12 marks and 50% JU written test score. All other BA and BSc subjects at JU admit students purely on Class 12 merit.

Ques. What is the application fee for JU ME/MTech admission?

Ans. The non-refundable fee is INR 500 for 1 programme option, INR 1,000 for 2 to 4 options, and INR 1,500 for 5 or more options. A maximum of 8 programme choices are allowed. Sponsored category applicants are limited to 1 choice per application.