Is it really free? No hidden charges?

100% free. No in-app purchases, no subscriptions, no forced ads. Play immediately from the shared question bank — no setup needed. Optional extras stay optional: watch a rewarded ad only if you want +5 coins, and add your own free Gemini API key only if you want unlimited AI-generated questions.

What is a Gemini API key and do I need one?

You don't need one — the shared question bank works without it. A Gemini key is a free key from Google AI Studio that unlocks unlimited freshly generated AI questions tuned to your exam and branch. Takes 2 minutes, no billing: aistudio.google.com → Get API Key → Create → copy and paste.

Should I install from Google Play or the APK?

Both give you the same app — Aspirant Arcade is live on Google Play. Play Store is the easiest route: standard install, automatic updates. The direct APK is for anyone who prefers to skip the Play Store — it installs in 30 seconds after enabling 'Install unknown apps'. Don't want to install anything? The web version runs straight in your browser.

Which engineering branches are supported?

Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Computer Science/IT, Electronics, Metallurgy, Mining and Petroleum. Questions generated specifically for your branch — not generic.

Will questions repeat across sessions?

No. The app tracks every question you've seen and tells Gemini to avoid them. Every session has fresh questions.

Does it work offline?

Partially. Bookmarked questions and insights are available offline. AI question generation needs internet to call the Gemini API.

Yes. Stored locally on your device using encrypted secure storage. Never sent to any server — not ours, not anyone's.

Which engineering exams are covered?

GATE, IES/ESE and PSU recruitment exams — HPCL, Coal India, BHEL, ONGC, NTPC, SAIL, IOCL, GAIL, BPCL and more. Interview Simulator available for exams with GD/PI rounds like HPCL, BHEL and IES.

Is Aspirant Arcade only for engineering exam aspirants?

No — engineering (GATE, IES, PSU) is one of five categories. It also covers entrance exams (JEE Main, JEE Advanced, NEET, CUET, BITSAT), govt exams (SSC, Banking, Police), college degrees (BCA, MCA, MBBS, Nursing, B.Pharm and more) and CBSE Class 9–12 boards. Pick your category on the home screen.

Does Aspirant Arcade cover SSC, Banking and Police exams?

Yes. SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD Constable and CPO, IBPS PO/Clerk, SBI PO/Clerk, UP Police Constable and Delhi Police Constable are all covered with free, section-wise gamified MCQ practice matching each exam's real syllabus, question count and marking scheme.

Is Aspirant Arcade a replacement for Testbook, Adda247, Physics Wallah or Unacademy?

No — it's a free companion, not a competitor. Platforms like Testbook, Adda247, Physics Wallah and Unacademy give you structured courses, live classes and full-length mocks. Aspirant Arcade adds a gamified practice layer on top: streaks, survival rounds, multiplayer challenges and AI interview drills that turn idle scroll time into extra MCQ reps between coaching sessions.

Which college degree exams are supported?

BCA, MCA, MBBS, BMLT/BMLS, BMRIT, BPT (Physiotherapy), B.Sc Nursing and B.Pharm — free subject-wise core practice authored from each degree's real university curriculum, with shared foundational subjects (like Anatomy and Physiology) reused across the medical degrees at the right difficulty band.

Do I need a Gemini API key to play?

No. You can play immediately from our shared question bank — no key or signup required. Adding a free Gemini key (Google AI Studio, 2 minutes, no billing) unlocks unlimited freshly generated questions every session.

How do coins and multiplayer challenges work?

You start with 100 coins, earn +50 per referral, and can watch an optional rewarded ad for +5. Spend 2 coins to unlock a question hint. For multiplayer, create a Synced Challenge lobby, share the invite code with up to 10 friends, and compete under a synchronized 5-minute timer for ranked trophy scorecards.

Focus Mode is an Android-only feature that catches you on Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts and makes you clear a few MCQs from your branch and syllabus before you can keep scrolling. You set the scroll limit and how many questions, and you can turn it off anytime. It turns doom-scrolling into drip-fed revision without quitting the app.

Does Focus Mode read my messages or spy on me?

No. It only checks which app is open and the screen name (Reels or Shorts) — like a sign on a door, not what's inside the room. It never reads your DMs, captions, comments or the videos themselves, and nothing leaves your phone. Questions are cached locally on your device.

Do I need to register again if I already participated in the primary WBJEE counselling?

No, candidates who have already participated in the centralized WBJEE counselling can log in using their existing credentials. You only need to verify your profile and fill in your fresh choices.

Can I participate in the second round if I did not get a seat in the first round?

Yes, candidates who are not allotted a seat in Round 1 are automatically eligible for the second round of allocations, provided they fulfill the registration requirements.

Is the registration fee of ₹250 refundable?

No, the registration fee of ₹250 is a one-time, non-refundable payment.

What happens if I miss the seat acceptance fee deadline?

If the seat acceptance fee is not paid by the specified deadline (11:59 PM on September 14 for Round 2), the allotted seat will be treated as vacant and you may lose your claim to that admission.

How many choices can I fill during the registration?

There is no explicit restriction on the number of choices, but you must ensure that your selections are based strictly on the vacancy matrix published by the board.

WBJEE decentralised counselling 2026: registration, dates and fees

What's Official

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has officially commenced the Decentralised Counselling Admission Process (DCAP-2026). This secondary round of seat allocation is designed to fill vacant seats across government, government-aided, and participating private institutions in the state. The process is entirely online, accessible via the official board portal.

A total of 36,491 vacant seats are currently available for allocation. This figure includes 33,857 seats spanning Engineering, Technology, and Architecture programs, alongside 2,634 seats in Pharmacy. Notable institutions such as Jadavpur University and Calcutta University have reported significant vacancy counts this year, providing a critical opportunity for aspirants who did not secure a seat during the primary counselling rounds.

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Ensure you have your login credentials ready, as candidates who participated in the previous centralized rounds can log in directly without fresh registration.

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Eligibility at a Glance

Eligibility for DCAP-2026 is broad, aiming to facilitate the maximum possible enrollment for the academic session. Candidates who have not secured a seat in any previous round are primary candidates. Additionally, students who previously withdrew their admission or are seeking to upgrade their existing seat allocation to a preferred branch or college are eligible to participate.

Admission is determined by a combination of ranks from the WBJEE, JEE Main, and relevant Class 12 qualifying marks. Candidates who have already secured an admission they are satisfied with do not need to participate. If you are aiming for a higher rank or a different stream, remember that sharpening your concepts is the best way to handle the competition for these remaining seats, and consistently tracking your progress on the Aspirant Arcade app can help you benchmark your performance against these specific criteria.

WBJEE decentralised counselling 2026 schedule

▸Phase 1 Vacancy Matrix Release: September 6, 2026
▸Phase 1 Registration & Choice Filling: September 7–8, 2026
▸Phase 1 Round 1 Allotment: September 10, 2026
▸Round 2 Allotment List: September 13, 2026 (5:00 PM)
▸Phase 2 Vacancy Matrix Release: September 16, 2026 (5:00 PM)
▸Phase 2 Registration: September 16 to September 18, 2026 (11:59 PM)

Registration and Fee Structure

The financial commitment for DCAP-2026 consists of a one-time, non-refundable registration fee of ₹250. This payment must be completed during the registration window to unlock the choice-filling dashboard.

Should a candidate be allotted a seat, a seat acceptance fee of ₹2,000 is required to confirm the preliminary allocation. Once this fee is paid, candidates must generate their provisional admission receipt within the stipulated deadlines to finalize their status. Failure to pay the seat acceptance fee within the window leads to the automatic cancellation of the allotted seat.

Tip

Verify the exact seat acceptance fee on your specific login portal, as minor variations based on category or institute type may exist.

Strategic Registration Steps

▸Visit the official portal and locate the DCAP-2026 link.
▸Complete the registration or log in with your existing credentials from previous WBJEE counselling rounds.
▸Create or verify your candidate profile with accurate academic records.
▸Fill and lock your choices carefully based on the vacancy matrix before the September 8 deadline.
▸Monitor the seat allotment result scheduled for September 10.
▸Complete the mandatory physical document verification at the assigned institute.