PUMDET - Presidency University Master Degree Entrance Test
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https://wbjeeb.nic.in/PUMDETCMS/public/home.aspx
1800-1023-781
PUMDET 2022 official notification has not been released yet by WBJEEB. The application process for PUMDET 2022 is expected to start in April. PUMDET 2022 complete exam schedule has not been released yet and is expected to release soon. Candidates will be able to fill the application form on the official website once the registration process starts. Till then, the aspirants can go through the following article to know about the state-level examination, eligibility as per the programmes, pattern and more!
What is PUMDET?The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) conducts PUMDET to shortlist aspirants for admission in MA and MSc programmes offered at Presidency University, Kolkata. Presidency University Master Degree Entrance Test (PUMDET) comprises separate entrance tests for admission in science and humanities courses. When applying for admission through PUMDET, candidates can apply for a maximum of two subjects. For the 2022 academic session, official dates for PUMDET will be announced soon by WBJEEB. The PUMDET 2022 application forms and online registration is expected to start from April onwards and the entrance exam is expected to be conducted in the month of June.
PUMDET 2022 HighlightsGiven below in the table are some of the important highlights of PUMDET 2022 exam including mode of exam, frequency of the exam, types of questions, marking scheme, medium of exam and so on.
| Exam Particulars | Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Presidency University Master Degree Entrance Test (PUMDET) |
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board |
| Exam Level | University |
| Exam Frequency | Once in a year |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Course offered through Entrance Exam | UG and PG courses |
| Exam Fees | INR 500 (exclusive of Bank charges) |
| Exam Duration | 90 minutes |
| Total Questions | 50 |
| Types of Questions | Multiple Choice Question (MCQs) |
| Marks per questions | +2 marks right answer |
| Scoring | -1/2 marks for wrong answer |
| Language/Medium of Exam | English (Bengali, Hindi papers in respective languages) |
| Official Website | https://wbjeeb.nic.in/ |
Given below is a brief of the eligibility defined by the Board for the entrance exam:
As per Nationality: Citizen of India
Age Limit: No upper or lower age limit
Academic Qualification
- Have cleared (not before 2019) or appeared for BA (Hons) examination in 2022 from any recognized University.
- Have appeared for BA (Hons) exam and should have their final results at the time of counselling and produce their original mark sheets/grade cards of all semester/annual examinations passed at the Bachelor’s level. Such candidates must fulfil the academic eligibility norms for their applied courses tabled below for admission.
- Have appeared for their final BA (Hons) examination, but their final results have not been declared at the time of counselling, such candidates shall be given provisional admission on the basis of production of their previous mark sheets/grade cards of all previous semester/annual examinations at their Bachelor’s level. However, they must submit their final mark sheet by August 31, 2022 to ensure that they fulfil their minimum eligibility criteria, failing which their admission will stand cancelled.
- Must secure the minimum required percentage of marks/CGPA in honours/major subject as per the following table in their BA (Hons) examination for final and confirmed admission.
| PG Courses |
General |
SC/ST |
OBC-A/B |
|||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-PU |
PU |
Non-PU |
PU |
Non-PU |
PU |
|
| Bengali |
50% / 5.50 |
5.50 |
40% / 4.13 |
4.13 |
45% / 4.95 |
4.95 |
| English |
50% / 5.50 |
5.50 |
40% / 4.13 |
4.13 |
45% / 4.95 |
4.95 |
| Hindi |
50% / 5.50 |
5.50 |
40% / 4.13 |
4.13 |
45% / 4.95 |
4.95 |
| History |
50% / 5.50 |
5.50 |
40% / 4.13 |
4.13 |
45% / 4.95 |
4.95 |
| Philosophy |
50% / 5.50 |
5.50 |
40% / 4.13 |
4.13 |
45% / 4.95 |
4.95 |
| Political Science |
50% / 5.50 |
5.50 |
40% / 4.13 |
4.13 |
45% / 4.95 |
4.95 |
| Sociology |
50% / 5.50 |
5.50 |
40% / 4.13 |
4.13 |
45% / 4.95 |
4.95 |
Tabulated below is a tentative schedule for the entrance examination:
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of PUMDET 2022 application forms |
April 2022 |
| Last date of PUMDET 2022 application form submission |
To be announced |
| Online correction of application form window |
To be announced |
| Last date for correction of application form |
To be announced |
| PUMDET 2022 admit card release |
To be announced |
| PUMDET 2022 entrance exam |
To be announced |
| PUMDET 2022 results |
To be announced |
| Counselling |
To be announced |
Candidates will have to first register themselves on the official website of the university in order to apply for the 2022 PUMDET entrance exam. Once the candidate has registered themselves, aspirants can fill up the application form. Here’s a step by step admission process:
Step 1: Registration
The candidate will have to register themselves on the official website of the university by entering details such as:
| Name |
Gender |
| Father’s name |
Identification Type |
| Mother’s name |
Mobile Number |
| Date of Birth |
Category |
| Email ID |
|
Candidates need to have a valid working mobile number and email ID as the board will provide candidates with the latest updates and notifications. Candidates are advised to double-check the details before pressing the submit button. All details must match the school credentials.
Step 2: PUMDET Application Form
PUMDET application forms need to be filled by candidates online on the official website of the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). PUMDET application fee can be paid online by means of Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card. The offline application fee can be paid through cash using Allahabad Bank e-challan.
Step 3: PUMDET Admit Card
PUMDET admit card will be available for download from the official website PUBDET on a specified date. The hall ticket for PUMDET is a mandatory document and candidates need to positively carry a hard copy of the same with them on the day of the exam to their allotted test centre.
Step 4: PUMDET Exam
Candidates need to appear for Presidency University Master Degree Entrance Test (PUMDET) as per the schedule and exam centre mentioned on their PUMDET admit card. The duration of PUMET exam is 90 minutes.
Step 5: PUMDET Result
PUMDET result is declared on the official website of West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). Candidates are informed that the result for Presidency University Master Degree Entrance Test (PUMDET) is declared in the form of Rank Cards.
Step 6: PUMDET Counselling
The counselling and admission process is conducted on the basis of PUMDET merit and candidates will be allowed to appear for the counselling round only as per the date and time mentioned for their rank.
Courses offered through PUMDET 2022| Science |
Humanities |
|---|---|
| Physics |
Political Science |
| Chemistry |
Bengali |
| Mathematics |
Sociology |
| Geography |
English |
| Life Sciences |
History |
| Applied Geology |
Philosophy |
| Applied Economics |
Hindi |
The allocation of the PUBDET exam centres will be based on the choices given by the candidates while filling up the application form. However, the centre allocated by the authorities will be final and no changes will be made. No request for change of allocated centre will be entertained under normal circumstances.
Given below are the exam centres name from previous year for the reference of candidates:
| Bankura (681) |
Kolkata-Central (811) |
| Asansol (701) |
Kolkata-North/Salt Lake (812) |
| Durgapur (702) |
Kolkata-South (813) |
| Burdawan (711) |
Malda (821) |
| Coochbihar (721) |
Kharagpur (832) |
| Siliguri (732) |
Haldia (842) |
| Srirampur (763) |
Berhampur (851) |
| Howrah (770) |
Kalyani (861) |
Q. How is PUBDET different from PUMDET?
A. PUBDET is a Bachelor's degree test and through PUBDET, students get admission to BA and BSc (UG) courses offered at Presidency University. PUMDET is a Master's degree test and through PUMDET, students get admission to MA and MSc (PG) courses offered at the university.Q. I have done BA in Sociology from PU, will I have to appear for PUMDET or is there any merit-based admissions?
A. Candidates will have to appear and clear PUMDET in order to get admission to the PG course interested in. However, 5% relaxation will be given in the cut-off for students of Presidency University.Q. Was PUMDET conducted in 2020?
A. No. Due to the impact of COVID-19 pandemic, there was no entrance exam conducted. Admissions to PG courses offered at Presidency University were done on the basis of merit and marks secured in the qualifying examination.Q. Do I need to have a BA Hons degree to be eligible?
A. Yes. Candidates should have done their BA (Hons) and not just a normal BA programme to be eligible for admission to PG courses.Q. When is PUMDET conducted?
A. PUMDET is generally conducted in the month of June. The entrance exam dates are informed in advance for students to prepare well for the test.Q. What is the mode PUMDET exam?
A. PUMDET exam is conducted in offline mode.Q. Who conducts PUMDET exam?
A. PUMDET exam is conducted by West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board.Q. What types of questions are asked in PUMDET exam?
A. Multiple choice questions are asked in PUMDET exam.Q. Is there negative marking in PUMDET exam?
A. Yes, there are negative marking in PUMDET exam.Q. What is the duration of PUMDET exam?
A. PUMDET exam is of 90 minutes duration.Q. What is the mode of application process for PUMDET exam?
A. The application process in PUMDET exam is in online mode.https://wbjeeb.nic.in/PUMDETCMS/public/home.aspx
1800-1023-781
Controller of Examinations
West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board
AQ-13/1, Sector –V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700091
Dates Section:The official dates for PUMDET 2022 are yet to be announced, however, candidates can refer to the tentative dates as mentioned. The PUMDET 2022 application forms will be released online on the official website of WBJEEB.
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of PUMDET 2022 application forms |
April 2022 |
| Last date of PUMDET 2022 application form submission |
To be announced |
| Online correction of application form window |
To be announced |
| Last date for correction of application form |
To be announced |
| PUMDET 2022 admit card release |
To be announced |
| PUMDET 2022 entrance exam |
To be announced |
| PUMDET 2022 results |
To be announced |
| Counselling |
To be announced |
| Domain | national |
| Exam Type | exam |
| Conducted By | 51529 |
| Is Conducting Body | No |
| Is Exam Paid | 0.0 |
| Is Abroad | 0.0 |
| Abbreviation | PUMDET |
| Is Abroad | 0.0 |
| Exam Year | 2022 |
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