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WBSET exam pattern 2023 is set by the conducting authority, WBCSC (West Bengal College Service Commission). The exam pattern of WBSET 2023 highlights the exam's format, including the total number of questions, exam duration, marking scheme, overall marks, and subjects. It is the same for all 33 disciplines.
WB SET 2023 is a written test that is taken offline. Responses will be entered on an OMR sheet, and cut offs are determined by the candidate's overall score in both papers. Read further to know more about WBSET Exam Pattern 2023.
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WBSET Exam Pattern 2023 Highlights
There are two papers conducted for the WB SET exam: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 of the WB SET is given to all candidates, and Paper 2 is given in 33 different topics. Candidates must pass both of the exams in order to be qualified. Multiple-choice, objective questions are included in both papers (MCQs).
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Name of the Exam |
West Bengal State Eligibility Test (WBSET) |
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Conducting Authority |
West Bengal College Service Commission |
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Mode of Exam |
Offline |
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Exam Level |
State Level |
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Number of Stages |
Two Stages |
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Type of questions |
Objective Type Questions |
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Papers |
Paper 1: Teaching and Research Aptitude |
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Paper 2: 33 Subjects |
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Total Questions |
Paper 1: 50 |
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Paper 2: 100 |
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Maximum marks |
Paper 1: 100 |
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Paper 2: 200 |
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Duration of the test |
Paper 1: One hour |
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Paper 2: Two hours |
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Total Duration |
3 hours |
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Marking Scheme |
For every correct answer, +2 Mark |
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Negative Marking |
No Negative Marking |
WBSET Exam Pattern 2023 for Paper 1
The WB SET Paper 1 consists of general questions to assess the candidates' potential for teaching and research. It evaluates candidates' logic and reasoning, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness. The features of the WBSET Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2023 are listed below.
- The total score for Paper 1 is 100.
- Paper 1 has 50 questions, all of which are compulsory.
- The first paper has a one-hour time limit.
- Each question holds two marks.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
WBSET Exam Pattern 2023 for Paper 2
There are 33 different subjects covered by the WB SET Paper 2. When completing the WB SET application form 2023, candidates must select the subject for Paper 2 based on the area of postgraduate specialisation. The WB SET Paper 2 exam pattern highlights are listed below.
- Paper 2 questions are meant to test the understanding of the subject one has chosen.
- Paper 2 lasts for two hours.
- Paper 2 has a total score of 200.
- Paper 2 consists of 100 questions of objective type, all of which are compulsory and carry two marks.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
WBSET Marking Scheme 2023
Following are the instructions provided by the WBCSC for the WB SET 2023 exam's marking scheme:
- +2 points for each correct response
- No deductions for incorrect responses or unanswered questions.
