| Updated On - Sep 8, 2026
WBJEEB has released the WB JELET 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result at wbjeeb.nic.in. Allotted candidates must pay the seat acceptance fee and report to their institute between September 8 and September 10, 2026, for document verification.
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination for Lateral Entry (WB JELET) 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result and cutoff on the official portal at wbjeeb.nic.in. Candidates who took part in the choice filling and locking process can now view their allotted institute and branch through the JELET counselling portal.
The Round 1 cutoff covers 561 records across engineering and pharmacy programmes. Allotment has been made for lateral entry admissions to B.E., B.Tech, and B.Pharm seats offered by government, government-aided, and self-financing institutes in West Bengal.
WB JELET 2026 Round 1 Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) |
| Examination | WB JELET 2026 |
| Event | Round 1 Seat Allotment and Cutoff |
| Total Cutoff Records | 561 |
| Programmes Covered | B.E., B.Tech, B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) |
| Official Portal | wbjeeb.nic.in |
Categories and Quotas Under WB JELET 2026 Round 1
The Round 1 cutoff has been prepared for Home State and All India quotas. Cutoffs have been listed separately for each reserved and unreserved category. This ensures that opening and closing ranks are transparent for every candidate group.
- Open and Open (PwD)
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Scheduled Caste (SC) and SC (PwD)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
WB JELET 2026 Round 1 Sample Cutoff Ranks
Government institutes recorded the most competitive closing ranks in Round 1. Jadavpur University led the chart in the Computer Science and Engineering branch. Private institutes closed at wider rank ranges across most branches.
| Institute | Branch | Opening Rank (Home State, Open) | Closing Rank (Home State, Open) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jadavpur University | Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | 10 |
| Kalyani Government Engineering College | Computer Science and Engineering | 49 | 129 |
| Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College | Civil Engineering | 4 | 389 |
How to Check the WB JELET 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result?
Candidates can view their allotment status by logging into the WBJEEB counselling portal. The result confirms the institute and branch offered on the basis of merit, choice, and category. Only registered candidates who locked their choices can access the result.
- Visit the official portal at wbjeeb.nic.in.
- Click on the WB JELET 2026 Round 1 seat allotment link.
- Enter your application number, password, and security PIN.
- View and download the provisional seat allotment letter.
- Take a printout for future reference and reporting.
What Are the Seat Acceptance Fee and Reporting Steps?
Allotted candidates must complete two steps to confirm their seat. The first is online payment of the seat acceptance fee. The second is physical reporting at the allotted institute for verification.
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Seat Acceptance Fee | Rs 5,000 payable online after allotment |
| Reporting Window | September 8 to September 10, 2026 |
| Mode of Reporting | Physical reporting at the allotted institute |
| Purpose | Document verification and provisional admission |
What Documents Are Required for Reporting?
Candidates must carry a set of original documents along with self-attested photocopies. Missing any document may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat. Institutes will verify each document before confirming provisional admission.
- Provisional seat allotment letter
- WB JELET 2026 admit card and rank card
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Diploma mark sheets of all semesters
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Domicile certificate for Home State candidates
- Recent passport-size photographs and identity proof
The Round 1 cutoff sets the benchmark for later counselling stages. Candidates unhappy with their allotment can still try the upgradation round. Vacant seats will then flow into the Mop-Up round for final adjustments.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Log in at wbjeeb.nic.in and download the allotment letter.
- Pay the Rs 5,000 seat acceptance fee within the given window.
- Arrange all original and photocopied documents in order.
- Report to the allotted institute between September 8 and September 10, 2026.
- Decide whether to freeze the seat or opt for upgradation in Round 2.
Watch the WBJEEB portal for the Round 2 upgradation schedule and the final Mop-Up round notice for vacant lateral entry seats.
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