WB SET

The **West Bengal State Eligibility Test (WB SET)** is a state-level eligibility examination conducted by the West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC) to determine the eligibility of candidates for the position of Assistant Professor in colleges and universities across West Bengal. The examination is conducted on behalf of the Government of West Bengal and follows the guidelines laid down by the University Grants Commission (UGC). WB SET is recognised as an essential qualification for those aspiring to pursue a teaching career in higher education institutions within the state. The West Bengal State Eligibility Test is organised annually and assesses candidates' subject knowledge, teaching aptitude, research awareness, and general awareness. The examination is conducted in a single paper format divided into two sections, with a total of 150 questions carrying 300 marks. Candidates who successfully qualify the WB SET receive a certificate of eligibility that remains valid throughout their career for appointment as Assistant Professor in government and aided colleges in West Bengal. WB SET covers a wide range of subjects across humanities, social sciences, sciences, commerce, languages, and other disciplines. The examination provides opportunities for candidates to demonstrate their competency in their chosen subject area and contributes to maintaining quality standards in higher education teaching positions. Successful candidates become eligible for appointment to various government colleges, state universities, and aided institutions under the purview of the West Bengal government's higher education department.