Applicants can apply for the following subjects. The test syllabus for each subject is also provided below.
Paper Codes | Subjects | Syllabus (High School Level) |
|---|---|---|
I | Geography | Geography (100 marks) |
II | English | English (100 marks) |
III | Economics Statistics Mathematics | Mathematics and Basic English (80+20 = 100 marks) |
IV | Political Science | Political Science (100 marks) |
V | Bengali | Bengali (100 marks) |
VI | Hindi | Hindi (100 marks) |
VII | Chemistry, Physics, Geology | Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (40+30+30 =100 marks) |
VIII | History | History (100 marks) |
IX | Life Sciences | Biology (100 marks) |
X | Philosophy/ Sociology/ Performing Arts | Basic English, Logical reasoning and General Knowledge (50+30+20 = 100 marks) |
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Yes, understanding PUBDET exam pattern is important. It helps students know number of questions, marking scheme, and sections. Knowing pattern makes preparation easier and helps manage time during exam.
No, the PUBDET exam is usually conducted once a year by WBJEEB. Students who miss the exam generally have to wait for the next academic year to appear again.
There is no fixed passing mark in PUBDET. Students are selected according to their rank and the cutoff marks set during counselling.
For PUBDET counselling, students usually need documents like the admit card, rank card, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, identity proof, passport-size photos, and counselling registration documents.
Students can check the PUBDET cutoff on the official WBJEEB website after the results are announced. Check PUBDET counselling details for expected and previous year cutoff marks for reference.
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