PUBDET is conducted to provide admission to candidates at the undergraduate level. Before applying for the PUBDET 2024 exam, candidates need to know about the required eligibility criteria of the exam. Read the article below to know about the PUBDET Eligibility Criteria.
PUBDET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
PUBDET or Presidency University Bachelor's Degree Entrance Test which is conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) is held to shortlist candidates in BA and BSc (honours) courses offered at Presidency University, Kolkata. It is to be mentioned here that PUBDET consists of separate entrance exams that are held to offer admission to students in various science and humanities courses at Presidency University. PUBDET is conducted to provide admission to candidates at the undergraduate level. It is to be noted here that while filling the PUBDET form can apply for a maximum of any two subjects. Before applying for the PUBDET 2024 exam, candidates need to know about the required eligibility criteria of the exam. Read the article below to know about the PUBDET Eligibility Criteria.
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PUBDET Eligibility Criteria
Those aspiring to appear for the PUBDET exam can check the PUBDET eligibility criteria mentioned here in detail. It is to be noted here that candidates are considered eligible to apply if he/she meet the required criteria. Check out the eligibility criteria for PUBDET 2024 below:
Q: What is the academic eligibility criteria for PUBDET exam?
Candidates interested to appear in PUBDET exam are required to check the eligibility criteria for the exam mentioned below. Check out the academic qualification below:
- Candidates should have cleared higher secondary examination (XII) that is conducted by CBSE, West Bengal or equivalent exam, not before 2020.
- The candidate must pass XII with at least five recognised subjects, including English language and excluding Environmental Science. The aggregate is to be calculated in the best four recognised subjects.
Q: Can I choose the PUBDET exam centre?
Yes. Candidates can choose the exam centre the nearest to them. However, candidates are advised that once the application form is submitted, the candidate can not change their exam centre so be careful.The allocation of the PUBDET exam centres was based on the choices gave by the candidate during the online form fill up. However, the centre mentioned will be final and no changes will be made. No request for change of allocated centre will be entertained under normal circumstances.
Q: In which cities can I appear for PUBDET exam?
During on line application, the candidate has to choose any 2 (two) of the following examination zones.
Examination Zones | |
Bankura (11) | Malda (34) |
Coochbihar (15) | Berhampore (35) |
Siliguri (18) | Kalyani (38) |
Serampore (21) | Asansol (45) |
Howrah Maidan/ Shibpur (22) | Durgapur (46) |
Kolkata- Central Kolkata (29) | Kharagpur (48) |
Kolkata- Salt Lake / Newtown (31) | Burdwan (50) |
Kolkata-South Kolkata (32) | Tamluk (53) |
Nationality: In order to apply for the PUBDET exam, candidates should be Citizen of India.
Age Limit: To apply for the PUBDET age, no upper or lower age limit is there.
Academic Qualification: Apart from the above mentioned criteria, candidates should meet the required academic qualification.
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- Candidates must have qualified higher secondary examination (XII) which is held by CBSE, West Bengal or equivalent exam, not before 2020.
- Along with it, candidate should have qualified class 12th with at least five recognized subjects, such as English language and excluding Environmental Science. The aggregate is to be calculated in the best four recognized subjects.
Along with it, in their qualifying exam in Class 12, aspirants must have obtained minimum aggregate score as given below in the table:
| Course |
Minimum Aggregate Score |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| General |
SC/ST |
OBC-A/B |
|
| Physics |
70 |
52.50 |
63 |
| Chemistry |
70 |
52.50 |
63 |
| Mathematics |
70 |
52.20 |
63 |
| Statistics |
70 |
52.20 |
63 |
| Life Science |
70 |
52.20 |
63 |
| Economics |
70 |
52.20 |
63 |
| Geography |
70 |
52.20 |
63 |
| Geology |
70 |
52.20 |
63 |
| Bengali |
60 |
45 |
54 |
| English |
65 |
48 |
58 |
| History |
65 |
48.75 |
58 |
| Philosophy |
60 |
45 |
54 |
| Political Science |
60 |
45 |
54 |
| Sociology |
60 |
45 |
54 |
| Hindi |
60 |
45 |
54 |
| Performing Arts |
60 |
45 |
54 |
Notably, to get admission in respective courses, aspirants must also fulfil the academic criteria for admission as given below:
| Course |
Special Academic Criteria |
|---|---|
| Bengali |
The candidate may apply from Arts / Science stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have Bengali as one subject with 60% marks in Bengali. |
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have English as one subject with 65% marks in English-A (WBHS) or 75% in English. |
|
| The candidate has to apply from Arts stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have History as one subject with 65% marks in History. |
|
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science / Commerce stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have English as one subject with 65% marks in English. |
|
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have English as one subject with 60% marks in English. |
|
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science / Commerce stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have English as one subject with 70% marks in English. |
|
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have Hindi as one subject with 60% marks in Hindi. |
|
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have English as one subject with 60% marks in English. |
|
| The candidate has to apply from Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at 10+2 level. The candidate must have secured 80% in Physics and 80% in Mathematics. |
|
| The candidate has to apply from Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at 10+2 level. The candidate must have secured 80% in Chemistry. |
|
| The candidate has to apply from Science stream with Mathematics as one subject at 10+2 level. The candidate must have secured 80% in Mathematics. |
|
| The candidate has to apply from Science stream with Mathematics as one subject at 10+2 level. The candidate must have secured 80% in Mathematics or 80% in Statistics (if Statistics is one of the subjects taken at the 10+2 level). |
|
| Life Sciences |
The candidate has to apply from Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Statistics and Biology at 10+2 level. |
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science / Commerce stream at 10+2 level. The candidate must have Mathematics (not Business Mathematics) as one subject with 70% marks in English (A/B) and 75% in Mathematics. |
|
| The candidate may apply from Arts / Science stream with any three of the following subjects at 10+2 level: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Statistics, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, History, Geography, Geology. |
|
| The candidate has to apply from Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at 10+2 level. The candidate must have secured 70% in each of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. |
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Q: Do reserved category candidates get any relaxation in minimum marks required in class 12 to appear for PUBDET?
Yes, reserved category candidates get some relaxation on the minimum marks required in the class 12 final exams. The minimum aggregate scores vary from subject to subject.
Q: What academic qualifications do I need to apply for Geography programme through PUBDET?
In order to apply for an undergraduate Geography programme through PUBDET candidates must have studied Arts/ Science in their high school with at least three of the following subjects - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Statistics, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, History, Geography, and Geology.
Q: I want to do an MA in English at Presidency University. What eligibility criteria should I meet?
To apply for an MA in English, aspirants must first appear for PUBDET. For this particular course, they must have studied Arts or Science with English as one of the subjects. They should have also scored 65% marks in English-A (WBHS) or 75% in English.
Q: I have applied for BA Philosophy course, can I give the paper in Bengali?
Yes, if you have enrolled in Govt./Govt. Aided or Govt Sponsored College in West Bengal, which is under Government of WB you have the option of writing in English as well as Bengali.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
Dear Debanjali,
Preparing for the PUBDET exam for BA English Honours requires a strategic approach. While your Class 11 and 12 CBSE English textbooks provide a solid foundation, supplementing them with additional resources can enhance your preparation. Here are some recommended books:
NCERT English
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 5 days ago
Hi Aradhana,
For preparing for the PUBDET (Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test) for B.Sc Geography Hons, you can focus on the following books:
- NCERT Geography Textbooks (Class 11 and 12) – These are crucial for building a strong foundation in geography concepts.
- General Knowledge & Cur
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 months ago
The details mentioned on the PUBDET rank card are listed below -
- Name of the candidate
- Roll number
- Application number
- Gender
- Date of birth
- Category
- Domicile
- Subjects
- Score
- GMR (General Merit Rank)
- Category-wise rank
- Instructions
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
No, the PUBDET result is not published in the form of a merit list. The exam body announces the result in the form of Rank Cards for each examinee separately. They must log on to the official website to download their rank cards. These rank cards must also be produced during the counselling session.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
If two candidates happen to get the same score in PUBDET, a tie-breaking system will be applied. The candidate who has lesser incorrect answers (keep in mind that incorrect answers are marked -1/2 while correct answers are awarded 2 marks) will be ranked higher. In case, the number of incorrect answ
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
No, making corrections when the application correction window is open does not cost any extra fee.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
The application fee for PUBDET is INR 500 (excluding bank charges for internet services). Applicants must pay this fee while filling the application form. It can be paid using Net Banking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card or by cash using Allahabad Bank e-challan.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
The exam body provides an application correction window after the last date to fill the application form during which applicants can make changes to their PUBDET application forms. The application correction window is only open for a few days. Once it has passed, you cannot change your exam centre c
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
To apply for PUBDET for a BA in Bengali course, candidates must have studied Bengali as a subject in their high school. They must also have scored at least 60% marks in Bengali in their class 12 final exams.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
In order to apply for an undergraduate Geography programme through PUBDET candidates must have studied Arts/ Science in their high school with at least three of the following subjects - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Statistics, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, History, Geography,
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Suggest some books for PUBDET EXAM 2025 FOR BA. ENGLISH HONOURS.