The Rajya Sainik Board (RSB), Government of West Bengal, has issued an important notification regarding the WBJEE Defence Quota 2026 admission process for Ex-Servicemen (ESM), Serving Defence Personnel and their eligible dependents. The letter has been circulated to all Zila Sainik Boards across the state, directing them to collect and forward the details of eligible candidates seeking admission under the Defence Quota.
Candidates and their families who have appeared in WBJEE 2026 and wish to claim reservation under the Defence Quota should carefully follow the latest instructions to avoid any delay in processing their applications.
Rajya Sainik Board Issues Fresh Directions for WBJEE Defence Quota
As per the official communication dated 29 June 2026, the Rajya Sainik Board has referred to the WBJEE 2026 Information Bulletin, particularly Paragraph 5.7 on Page 23 and Appendix 13, which contain the rules, guidelines, institution-wise and course-wise seat allocation for Defence Quota admissions in West Bengal.
The Board has instructed every Zila Sainik Board to collect the required information from eligible candidates and submit a consolidated report to the Rajya Sainik Board for onward transmission to the WBJEE authorities.
Candidates Required to Submit Appendix ‘A’
Eligible Ex-Servicemen, Serving Personnel or their dependents are required to obtain and fill Appendix ‘A’ as prescribed by the authorities. Based on the information provided in Appendix ‘A’, the following details are to be compiled in an Excel format:
Name of Candidate
WBJEE Roll Number
Date of Birth
WBJEE Score Obtained
Candidate Rank
The compiled data will be used for preparing the consolidated list of Defence Quota applicants.
Documents Required Along with the Application
Apart from the information sheet, candidates must submit scanned PDF copies of the following documents:
WBJEE Admit Card
WBJEE Rank Card
Dependent Identity Card or Family Details Page of the Ex-Serviceman’s Discharge Book
Candidates are advised to ensure that all documents are clear and legible before submission. PDF Copy of the letter issued by Rajya Sainik Board IS AVAILABLE AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS ARTICLE.
Important Advisory for Defence Quota Applicants
The Rajya Sainik Board has specifically advised all Ex-Servicemen, Serving Personnel and eligible dependents to regularly visit the official WBJEE website for updates regarding counselling schedules, admission procedures and Defence Quota notifications.
Since counselling schedules and document verification dates may change, applicants should remain vigilant and avoid depending solely on offline communication.
Deadline for Submission
All Zila Sainik Boards have been instructed to send the consolidated Excel sheet along with the required PDF documents to the Rajya Sainik Board through email on or before 31 August 2026.
The Board will thereafter compile the information received from all districts and forward the final consolidated list to the WBJEE authorities for further action.
Who Should Take Immediate Action?
The latest notification is applicable to:
Ex-Servicemen seeking Defence Quota benefits for their children.
Serving Defence Personnel applying under the Defence Quota.
Eligible dependents of Ex-Servicemen.
Candidates who have appeared in WBJEE 2026 and intend to claim Defence reservation.
Applicants are advised not to wait until the last date. They should immediately contact their respective Zila Sainik Board, obtain Appendix ‘A’, prepare the required documents and complete the submission process well before the deadline.
Conclusion
The latest circular issued by the Rajya Sainik Board, West Bengal, is an important step in streamlining the WBJEE Defence Quota admission process for 2026. Timely submission of Appendix ‘A’, accurate candidate details and the required supporting documents will ensure that eligible Defence families receive the benefits of reservation during the counselling and admission process.
All eligible candidates should remain in touch with their respective Zila Sainik Boards and regularly monitor WBJEE updates to avoid missing any important deadlines or counselling instructions.
PDF Copy of the letter issued by Rajya Sainik Board – DOWNLOAD
PDF Copy of the Form for Defence Quota Admission through WBJEE by Rajya Sainik Board – DOWNLOAD