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PUBDET 2025 Preparation: WBJEEB is likely to conduct PUBDET 2025 in the first week of July 2025. PUBDET is conducted for admissions to BA and BSc programmes at Presidency University. Over the years, this state-level entrance exam has become increasingly competitive. It is essential that aspirants start their preparations well in advance. Examinees who score well will be called for PUBDET counselling based on which admissions will be finalised. On this page, we will discuss some PUBDET preparation tips. Along with that, we will also take a look at the PUBDET paper pattern, syllabus and marking scheme. Read on to learn how to prepare for PUBDET 2025.
Q: What is the preparation strategy for PUBDET exam?
To score well in PUBDET, candidates have to thoroughly go through the prescribed syllabus. Even if it's general topics which you have covered, go through them once again. Strategize your plans on an hourly, daily and weekly basis. There is no success without hard work and in order to get admission, you can prepare better by knowing which topics to cover in-depth and which sections will require superficial knowledge such as general studies. You can do so by following the below-mentioned pointers:
- Cover the subjects thoroughly and know the important topics which have to be covered.
- Segregate the subjects and topics into easy and difficult categories. Cover topics that you find challenging.
- Note down the topics which carry maximum weightage (based on previous years’ question papers).
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Q: Is PUBDET hard to crack?
As per the previous year's entrance exam, candidates found the PUBDET entrance exam moderate and simple. Students have to study from the syllabus as taught in class X and class XII. Candidates can check the PUBDET preparation tips below.
- Understand the PUBDET Pattern and Marking Scheme.
- Get the prescribed PUBDET syllabus for the applied course.
- Get all the study material you can to prepare better for PUBDET.
- Create a day to day and weekly time table on how much material you can study on a daily basis.
Upvote Q: Will the PUBDET exam be conducted on a Computer?
The PUBDET exam will be conducted in offline mode i.e. pen and paper test. The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) conducts the Presidency University Bachelor's Degree Entrance Test (PUBDET) in order to shortlist aspirants for admission in BA and BSc (honours) programmes offered at Presidency University, Kolkata. PUBDET comprises separate entrance exams that are conducted to offer admission to aspirants in different Science and humanities programmes offered at Presidency University at the undergraduate level.
Upvote Q: Is there negative marking in PUBDET?
Yes, 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer entered. A total of 2 marks is awarded per correct answer entered.
PUBDET 2024 Exam Pattern | ||
|---|---|---|
No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
50 (MCQs) | 100 marks | 90 minutes |
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PUBDET 2025 Highlights
Some key information about PUBDET 2025 is provided in the table below.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test (PUBDET) |
| Conducting Body |
Presidency University, Kolkata |
| Level |
University |
| Mode |
Offline (Pen & Paper Test) |
| Duration |
90 minutes |
| Medium |
English (Bengali, Hindi papers in respective languages) |
| Official Website |
https://wbjeeb.nic.in/PUBDETCMS/public/home.aspx |
Q: What is the PUBDET preparation tips?
Step-wise Preparation for PUBDET are mentioned below:
Step 1: Understand the PUBDET Pattern and Marking Scheme.
Step 2: Get the prescribed PUBDET syllabus for the applied course.
Step 3: Get all the study material you can to prepare better for PUBDET
Step 4: Create a day to day and weekly time table on how much material you can study on a daily basis.
Upvote Q: Which books should I follow for PUBDET (English)?
Upvote Q: Kindly make a detailed analysis of PUBDET syllabus of English literature.
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Before getting into the preparation strategy, let's take a look at the PUBDET 2025 pattern and marking scheme.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode |
Offline (Pen & Paper Test) |
| Duration |
90 minutes |
| Medium |
English (Bengali, Hindi papers in respective languages) |
| No. of Questions |
50 (MCQs) |
| Total Marks |
100 |
| Marks for each correct answer |
2 |
| Marks for each incorrect answer |
-0.5 |
| Marks for no response |
0 |
PUBDET 2025 Syllabus
For an effective PUBDET preparation, it is important that the examinees are well aware of the syllabus. The same is provided in the table below.
| Paper/ Subject |
PUBDET 2025 Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Economics |
Mathematics and English |
| Performing Arts |
Basic knowledge of theatre, music and dance |
| English |
English |
| Political Science |
English and basic polity |
| History |
History |
| Hindi |
Hindi |
| Geography |
Geography, English and basic scientific aptitude |
| Sociology |
Social awareness, English and general aptitude |
| Bengali |
Bengali |
| Philosophy |
Reasoning, general knowledge and elements of basic philosophy |
| Physics |
Physics |
| Life Science |
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
| Mathematics |
Mathematics |
| Chemistry |
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry |
| Geology |
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry |
| Statistics |
Mathematics |
How to Prepare for PUBDET 2025?
The preparation strategy for PUBDET 2025 is quite straightforward. Refer to the points provided below to plan it out efficiently.
- Prepare a timetable - Once you have gone through the pattern and syllabus of the exam, prepare a timetable considering the time left for the exam. Make sure that your timetable covers all the topics of the syllabus and that you have enough time for revisions. Also, dedicate the last few days before the exam to practice questions.
- Gather the best study material - It always comes in handy if you have the best resources at your disposal. Google the best books for PUBDET preparation. However, this is an undergrad-level entrance test, your notes from classes 11 and 12 may suffice. If you are going for a guidebook, make sure that it covers all the topics and has plenty of questions and sample papers. Also collect old PUBDET question papers, sample tests and mock tests.
- Revise - Revision is the key to retention. While you're studying, try and make short notes that you can go through at the end of the day. You can also schedule revisions after completing a certain topic.
- Solve plenty of questions - The best way to familiarise yourself with the test is to go through it before the exam day. Apart from topic-wise questions, keep solving test papers every now and then. When you sit down to solve a sample paper or an older PUBDET paper, you can time yourself. This way you can work on your speed. And when you evaluate the papers that you have solved, you will figure out what are the areas that you find difficult. You can work on those areas some more.
- Take breaks - Under pressure, it is super easy to disregard rest. Make sure you get time away from your PUBDET preparation. Take short breaks, take a walk, listen to music, chat friends up, or whatever makes you feel relaxed. However, do not get carried away. Come back from your breaks.
FAQs Related to PUBDET 2025 Preparation
Some important FAQs on PUBDET preparation are listed below.
Q: What is the seat matrix for English Paper II in PUBDET exam?
Candidates check the seat matrix for English Paper II in PUBDET exam below:
| Stream | Institute Type | Institute | Program | Quota | Open | Open (PwD) | OBC - A | OBC - A (PwD) | OBC - B | OBC - B (PwD) | SC | SC (PwD) | ST | ST (PwD) | Tuition Fee Waiver | TotalSeats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English (Paper II) | State Government | Presidency University (900009) | B. Arts in English | All India | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| English (Paper II) | State Government | Presidency University (900009) | B. Arts in English | Home State | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| - | - | - | Total | 20 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Upvote Q: When will PUBDET 2025 be conducted?
The exam body, WBJEEB, has not announced the dates of PUBDET 2025 yet. However, it is likely that the exam will be coducted in the first week of July 2025. For 2024, this state-level entrance exam was conducted on July 7. Applications for the same were open from February 15, 2024 to March 18, 2024.
Upvote 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.
Upvote Q: Is PUBDET for undergraduate courses only?
Yes. PUBDET is conducted by the Presidency University in order to offer candidates admission in Humanities and Science streams at the undergraduate level. PUBDET comprises separate entrance exams that are conducted to offer admission to aspirants in different Science and humanities programmes offered at Presidency University at the undergraduate level. While appearing for PUBDET exam, candidates can apply for a maximum of any two subjects.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month 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 a month 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 a month 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 a month 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 a month 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 a month 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 a month 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 a month 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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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
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.
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Answered a month ago
PUBDET is conducted offline (pen and paper based test). Aspirants must note that even though the exam is conducted offline, the applications for the exam are only available online on the exam body's official website.
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