The West Bengal State Council of Technical and Vocational Education and Skill Development (WBSCT&VE&SD) invites applications for WB Polytechnic Admission 2025 for first-year and second-year (lateral entry) diploma courses in engineering, technology, and other technical disciplines. Admissions are facilitated through JEXPO (for first-year) and VOCLET (for second-year) entrance exams, offering seats in government, government-sponsored, and self-financed polytechnic institutes across West Bengal.
WB Polytechnic Admission 2025 Overview
Event
Details
Conducting Body
WBSCTVESD (Technical Education Division)
Academic Session
2025-2026
Courses Offered
Diploma in Engineering & Technology
Admission Modes
First Year & Lateral Entry (Second Year)
Application Mode
Online
Official Websites
scvtwb.in, sctvesd.wb.gov.in
Application Deadline
10th June 2025
Eligibility Requirements
For JEXPO (First-Year Admission)
Educational Qualification: Must have passed or appeared in the Secondary (Class 10) examination from a recognized board with at least 35% marks (excluding additional subjects).
Age Limit: No upper age limit, but candidates must be born on or before January 1, 2010 (15 years as of admission date).
Subject Requirements: Must have studied Mathematics and Physical Science/Science at the secondary level.
For VOCLET (Second-Year Lateral Entry)
Educational Qualification:
Must have passed or appeared in Class 12 with Vocational/Technical education, or
Passed Class 10 + 2 years of ITI (continuous), or
Passed Class 12 (Science stream) with specific vocational subjects.
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Reservation Policy
Seats are reserved as per West Bengal government norms:
Scheduled Castes (SC): 22%
Scheduled Tribes (ST): 6%
Other Backward Classes (OBC-A & OBC-B): 10% & 7%
Physically Challenged (PC): 5%
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10%
Additional reservations for female candidates, ex-servicemen, and district-specific quotas may apply.
Category
Reservation
SC (West Bengal)
22%
ST (West Bengal)
6%
OBC-A
10%
OBC-B
7%
Physically Challenged
5%
Women’s Polytechnic Seats
100% (for women)
Land Loser Quota
2% (Govt. polytechnics only)
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW)
Up to 5% (supernumerary)
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
10%
Tuition Fees
Institute Type
Tuition Fee (Monthly)
Government Polytechnics
₹50
Private (Self-financed) – through counselling
₹1,500
Private – Management Quota
₹2,500
Counseling and Seat Allotment
Online Counseling: Conducted in multiple rounds based on JEXPO/VOCLET rank.
Document Verification: Required during counseling (Class 10/12 mark sheets, caste certificate, etc.).
Choice Filling: Candidates select preferred institutes and courses.
Seat Allotment: Based on rank, category, and availability.
Key Highlights
Courses Offered: Diploma in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics, and more.
Duration: 3 years (first-year entry), 2 years (lateral entry).
Mode of Application: Online via Facetime (preferred).
Official Website: webscte.co.in
Tips for Prepare
Prepare thoroughly for JEXPO/VOCLET using NCERT books and previous years’ question papers.
Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and meet size specifications.
Regularly check the official website for updates on exam dates and results.
Practice time management for the 2-hour MCQ-based exam.
Conclusion
WB Polytechnic Admission 2025 offers a gateway to quality technical education in West Bengal’s premier polytechnic institutes. Eligible candidates should apply early, prepare diligently, and stay updated via the official website. For further details, visit webscte.co.in.
