WBJEEB Announces Extension for JENPAS UG 2026 Registration
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has officially extended the registration deadline for the Joint Entrance Test for Nursing, Paramedical, and Allied Sciences Undergraduate (JENPAS UG) 2026. Eligible candidates now have until April 18, 2026 to submit their applications online through the official portal at wbjeeb.nic.in. This extension provides aspiring students with additional time to complete the registration process for this crucial entrance examination.
JENPAS UG 2026: Key Dates and Examination Details
Prospective applicants should mark their calendars with the following important dates to ensure they do not miss any critical deadlines:
- Last Date to Apply: April 18, 2026
- Application Correction Window: April 20 to April 22, 2026
- Admit Card Release: May 29, 2026
- Exam Date: June 7, 2026
The JENPAS UG 2026 examination will be conducted in offline mode using OMR sheets, with the test scheduled across two shifts. Shift 1 will run from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, while Shift 2 will take place from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. This exam serves as the gateway for admission to various undergraduate programs, including Bachelor of Science (BSc) Nursing, Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), and Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT).
Application Fee Structure and Paper Details
Candidates are required to pay an application fee based on their category, as outlined below:
- General, OBC, EWS: ₹500 for one paper, ₹800 for both papers
- SC, ST, PwD: ₹400 for one paper, ₹650 for both papers
The examination consists of two papers: Paper 1 is mandatory for all courses except Bachelor of Hospital Administration (BHA), while Paper 2 is exclusively for the BHA course. Each paper has a duration of 90 minutes and comprises 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) totaling 115 marks. The subjects covered include Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Basic English, and Logical Reasoning, with the exam being conducted in both English and Bengali languages.
Marking Scheme and Eligibility Criteria
The marking scheme for JENPAS UG 2026 is designed to assess candidates accurately:
- Category 1 Questions: 1 mark each with a negative marking of 0.25 for incorrect answers
- Category 2 Questions: 2 marks each with no negative marking
To be eligible for the examination, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
- Must have passed Class 12 with the required subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
- General Category: Minimum of 45% marks
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/PwD): Minimum of 40% marks
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
Aspiring candidates can follow these straightforward steps to complete their application for JENPAS UG 2026:
- Visit the official website at wbjeeb.nic.in
- Click on the JENPAS UG 2026 application link
- Register by providing basic personal details
- Log in using the generated credentials
- Fill out the application form with accurate information
- Select the desired paper(s) and upload the necessary documents
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment methods
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference
It is highly recommended that candidates complete their registration well before the extended deadline of April 18, 2026, and regularly check the official WBJEEB website for any further updates or announcements regarding the examination process.
