West Bengal UG Admission Deadline Extended to August 5, 2025

The West Bengal government has extended the UG admission registration deadline to August 5, 2025, at midnight, following the Supreme Court’s clearance of the WBJEE and admissions under the revised OBC list. Students can update or upload their social category details on the centralized portal by this deadline. A total of 460 state-run and aided colleges under 17 universities are participating in the 2025–26 admission cycle.

Key Details

• Deadline to Apply: August 5, 2025, by midnight
• Portal for Details Update: WB Centralized Admission Portal
• Number of Colleges: 460 state-run and aided colleges
• Universities Involved: 17 universities

Background Information

This extension was necessary due to a delay caused by a Calcutta High Court stay on the state’s revised OBC list, which was dismissed by the Supreme Court on July 28, 2025, allowing the admission process to restart. Candidates who do not update their social category information by the deadline will be considered in default and no further changes will be accepted after August 5.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What should I do if I miss the deadline?

If you miss the deadline of August 5, you will not be able to make any changes to your social category and your application may be considered incomplete.

2. How can I update my social category details?

You can update your social category details on the centralized portal before the mentioned deadline.

3. Are there any specific documents needed for the application?

Yes, you will need to provide various documents proving your eligibility and claims based on the OBC list, as specified on the admission portal.

4. What is the starting date for the admission process?

The admission portal was opened on July 17, 2025.

5. When were the Higher Secondary exam results published?

The Higher Secondary exam results for the state board were published on May 7, 2025.