The West Bengal College Service Commission has officially released the WB SET Exam Pattern 2025 in the notification. The 27th State Eligibility Test will be held on December 14, 2025, in two shifts. Paper 1 will be conducted from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, followed by Paper 2 from 12 PM to 2 PM. Understanding the exam structure is crucial for managing time efficiently and attempting all compulsory questions with confidence.
The WB SET is conducted to determine eligibility for the Assistant Professor post in West Bengal. Below is a clear and updated overview of the exam pattern.
WB SET Exam Pattern 2025: Overview
The exam has two papers, both consisting of objective-type questions. Candidates must mark all responses on an OMR sheet. Every question is compulsory.
- Paper 1: 50 questions
- Paper 2: 100 questions
- Total Marks: 300
- Total Duration: 3 hours (with a break between sessions)
WB SET 2025 Exam Overview
Particulars | Details |
Exam Body | West Bengal College Service Commission |
Exam Name | 27th State Eligibility Test |
Exam Date | December 14, 2025 |
Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professor |
Papers | Paper 1 and Paper 2 |
Total Questions | 150 |
Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
WB SET Exam Pattern 2025 (Paper-wise)
Understanding both papers helps you prepare targeted strategies for each section.
Paper 1 – General Awareness & Teaching Aptitude
- Questions: 50
- Marks: 100
- Duration: 1 hour
- Type: Objective-type
- Purpose: Tests teaching aptitude, reasoning, comprehension, general awareness, and analytical skills.
Paper 2 – Subject-Specific Paper
- Questions: 100
- Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 hours
- Type: Objective-type
- Purpose: Tests expertise in the subject chosen by the candidate.
Session | Paper | Marks | Number of Questions | Duration |
First | Paper I | 100 | 50 | 1 hour (10:30 AM – 11:30 AM) |
Second | Paper II | 200 | 100 | 2 hours (12:00 PM – 2:00 PM) |
WB SET Marking Scheme 2025
The marking scheme is simple and candidate-friendly.
- +2 marks for every correct answer
- No negative marking for wrong responses
- All questions carry equal weightage
Marking Scheme Table
Paper | Number of Questions | Marks Per Correct Answer | Negative Marking |
Paper 1 | 50 | +2 | No |
Paper 2 | 100 | +2 | No |
Instructions for Test Booklet & OMR Sheet
The exam requires careful handling of the OMR sheet. Some key instructions include:
- The OMR sheet will be inside a sealed test booklet. Open it only when instructed.
- Cross-check the series and serial numbers on the booklet and OMR sheet.
- If mismatched, request a replacement from the invigilator.
- Test Booklets will have pre-printed Series: X, Y, Z. Ensure the correct series is marked on the OMR sheet.
- Use black ballpoint pen only to mark answers. Pencil is not allowed.
- Responses must be marked neatly because the OMR sheet is processed by an Optical Scanner.
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