WBCS Notification 2024: WBPSC Official Notification PDF Download Link

West Bengal Civil Service 2024 ( WBCS )

Rachit Kumar Saxena
Updated on Dec 2, 2024 18:46 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager-Editorial

The WPSC WBCS is expected to release the WBCS 2024 notification soon on its official website - psc.wb.gov.in. The Commission will mention all the important details related to the WBCS 2024 exam in the official notification such as the number of vacancies, eligibility, dates and the selection procedure. The candidates should note that the details mentioned in the official notification govern the exam in its entirety. The official notification will also mention the WBCS 2024 online application dates. The Commission will activate the WBCS 2024 apply online link on its official website only. 

The Commission recently migrated to the new website address.  The candidates must read the official notification before filling out the WBCS applications. The WBCS 2024 exam dates will be very important for the candidates as they require the exam date to plan their preparation. The West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) is the premiere exam of the Commission and it is conducted annually. The WBPSC WBCS 2024 notification will officially notify the dates, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern and the rules that will govern the exam. 

Q:   What is WBCS notification?

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The West Bengal Public Service releases the official document in PDF mentioning all the details of the West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) exam on its official website. This document is refered as the WBCS notification. The candidates are sugegsted to read the WBCS notification in its entirety to know all the details about the exam.

The WBCS notification will serve as a ready reckoner for the candidates to know all the details about the exam. 

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Q:   Why WBCS notification is important?

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The candidates should note that the West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) notification will servce as the one stop solution for all the queries related to exam. The candidates must read the WBCS notification to know all the information regarding the WBCS exam per se.

The WBCS (West Bengal Civil Service) notification is important because it provides crucial information to candidates regarding the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, exam dates, syllabus, application procedures, and other essential details related to the examination.

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Q:   What is the full form of WBCS?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission conduct the WBCS exam every year to recruit the candidates for the Group A, Group B, Group C and some Group D posts/services. The candidates should note that the full form of WBCS is West Bengal Civil Service. The WBCS exam inludes the following:

Group A

  • West Bengal Civil Service (Executive)
  • Assistant Commissioner of Revenue in the integrated West Bengal Revenue Service
  • West Bengal Co-operative Service
  • West Bengal Labour Service
  • West Bengal Food and Supplies Service
  • West Bengal Employment Service

Group B

  • West Bengal Police Service

Group C

  • Superintendent, District Correctional Home / Deputy Superintendent, Central Correctional Home
  • Joint Block Development Officer
  • Deputy Assistant Director of Consumer Affairs and Fair Business Practices
  • West Bengal Junior Social Welfare Service
  • West Bengal Subordinate Land Revenue Service, Grade-I
  • Assistant Commercial Tax Officer
  • Joint Registrar (West Bengal State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission under the Consumer Affairs Department, Government of West Bengal
  • Assistant Canal Revenue Officer (Irrigation)
  • Chief Controller of Correctional Services

Group D

  • Inspector of Co-operative Societies
  • Panchayat Development Officer under the Panchayat and Rural Development Department
  • Rehabilitation Officer under the Refugee Relief and Rehabilitation Department
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Table of content
  • WBCS Notification 2024
  • WBCS 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • WBCS Eligibility 2024
  • WBCS Application 2024
  • WBCS Exam Pattern 2024
  • WBCS Syllabus 2024
  • WBCS Result 2024
  • WBCS Notification 2024 FAQs
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WBCS Notification 2024

The West Bengal Public Service Commission will release the WBCS 2024 notification online only at its official website. The candidates are suggested to download the WBCS 2024 notification pdf to read and understand it fully. The candidates must fulfil all the requirements mentioned in the official notification. WBCS is a combined name of the Group A, B, C and D services. WBCS age limit for all the services is different. WBCS notification provides information regarding the application dates, application fees, exam dates and exam centres as well. 

WBCS Notification 2023 was released online on February 26, 2023. The Commission released the WBCS 2023 notification mentioning the eligibility criteria, age limit, posts and their post group, salaries and application dates. Besides that, the Commission also released the rules and regulations that will govern the exam. The Commission released the WBCS 2023 scheme and syllabus of examination separately from the official notification. WBCS applications 2023 was started online on February 28, 2023, and the last date to apply for the WBCS 2023 was March 21, 2023. 

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Q:   When will WBCS 2024 notification be released?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission is expected to release the WBCS 2024 notification online in May 2024. The Commission is expected to conduct the WBCS 2024 prelims exam in July 2024. The Commission will notify all the WBCS dates in the official exam calendar.

The WBPSC is yet to release the WBPSC 2024 exam calendar on its official website. Meanwhile the Commission has migrated its official website to psc.wb.gov.in for security purposes.

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Q:   What are the languages allowed for the WBCS Exam?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission notify the languages in which the candidates can answer in the WBCS main exam. The WBCS prelims exam is an objective type exam and the candidates are required to select correct answer from the given options. 

In the WBCS main exam, the candidates can answer in Bengali, English and Nepali. The candidates can write the answers in Nepali for the following two subjects

1.   Political Science 

2.   Botany

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Q:   How can I get the WBCS notification PDF?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission releases the WBCS notification on its official website only. The candidates will be required to check the official website to read and downlaod the WBCS notification. The candidates should note that the WBCS notification mention the WBCS exam dates, vacancies, eligibility conditions, syllabus, exam pattern and other important informations. 

The candidates will be able to download the WBCS notification in the following manner:

  • Go to the official website of WBPSC - psc.wb.gov.in (new website)
  • Click on the advertisement/announcement tab given in the top navigation
  • Click on the West Bengal Civil Service 2024 advertisement link
  • The WBCS 2024 notification will appear on the screen
  • Download the WBCS 2024 PDF for future reference
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WBCS 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of WBCS 2024 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

Mar '25

WBPSC WBCS 2024-25 Online Application Dates

TENTATIVE

Jun '25

WBCS Admit Card 2025

TENTATIVE

Aug '25

WBCS Prelims Exam Date 2024-25

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates

16 Dec '23

WBPSC WBCS 2023 Prelims Exam Date

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WBCS Eligibility 2024

The WBCS eligibility comprises various components and the candidates must confirm each of them to apply for the WBCS exam. If the candidates fail in any of the eligibility criteria, WBPSC can cancel the candidature of the candidate even at the last stage of selection. 

WBCS Age Limit 2024

The WBPSC notification mentions the age limit for each category and each of the posts separately. 

WBCS Age Limit for Group ‘A’ & ‘C’ Services

The WBCS notification defines the age criteria

Lower Age Limit - 21 years

Upper Age limit - 36 years

A candidate born not earlier than January 2, 1988, and not later than January 1, 2003, will be eligible to apply for the WBCS 2024 exam. 

WBCS Age Limit for Group B Services

The WBCS group B service only includes the West Bengal Police Services (WBPS). The age criteria for WBCS Group B are as follows:

  • Lower Age Limit - 20 years
  • Upper Age limit - 36 years

The candidates whose age is not below 20 years and above 36 years can apply for the WBCS Group B Services i.e. for the WBPS.

A candidate who was born not earlier than January 2, 1987, and not later than January 1, 2003, can apply for WBCS 2024 group B services.

Special mention is given to those candidates whose date of birth lies between January 1, 2003, & January 1, 2004 [i.e. whose age is between 20 & 21 years] who may apply for Group B only.

Education Qualification Required for WBCS Exam

The common education qualification for all the positions of the WBCS 2024 exam is a graduate degree from a recognised university. The candidate must be a graduate of any discipline and there is no special educational qualification required for most of the posts. But there is a certain education required for some posts.

See here WBCS 2024 Eligibility Criteria

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Q:   What is the age limit prescribed for the WBCS Group B Service?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission mention the age limit for the exam in the official WBCS notification. The Commission is expected to release the WBCS 2024 notification soon on its officail website. The age limit conditions for the WBCS Group B service are very peculiar. The age limit prescribed for the WBCS Group B Service is between 20 to 36 years. Candidates applying for Group B must ensure they fall within this age range to be eligible for the service.

The candidates who are between 20 and 21 years of age are eligible to fill out the form for WBCS 2024 but only for the Group B services. 

 

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria to apply for WBCS?

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The West Bengal Civil Service Exam is conducted to recruit eligible candidates for various posts under the state government, such as Deputy Superintendent. The eligibility criteria to apply for WBCS are as follows: 1. Nationality: The candidate must be Indian to apply for WBCS. The WBCS exam has no mandatory state domicile rule. 2. Age: For the West Bengal Police Service, the minimum age must be between 20 and 36. Other positions have a minimum age requirement of 21 to 36. 3. Education: The applicant must be a graduate of a recognised university to apply for WBCS. 4. Physical Standard: There is a minimum height requirement to apply for the West Bengal Police Service. It is 1.65 meters for male candidates and 1.50 meters for female candidates.
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Q:   Is the age limit same for all the services in WBCS exam?

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No, the age limit is not the same for all the services in the WBCS exam. The age limit varies depending on the group of services.

WBCS Age Limit for Group A & C Services

  • Lower Age Limit: 21 years
       
  • Upper Age Limit: 36 years

WBCS Age Limit for Group B Services

  • Lower Age Limit: 20 years
       
  • Upper Age Limit: 36 years

WBCS Age Limit for Group D Services

  • Lower Age Limit: 21 years
       
  • Upper Age Limit: 39 years
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WBCS Application 2024

The West Bengal Public Service Commission will activate the WBCS 2024 Application Form Link as per the dates mentioned in the official notification. The Commission will mention the last date for the WBCS 2024 application in the official notification. The candidates are suggested to adhere to such timelines. The Commission will also provide the facility for the application correction. The candidates should note that without submitting the required application fee, the WBCS Application Form 2024 will not be deemed completed.

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Q:   When will WBCS 2024 application start?

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The application process for the WBCS 2024 exam is expected to start in April 2024. The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) is anticipated to release the official notification dates in the WBCS 2024 exam calendar, which will include details about the application start date and other essential information related to the exam.

The Commission is expected to release the WBPSC calendar soon and proceed accordingly. The Commission will start the WBCS 2024 applications with the release of official notification. 

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Q:   What are the mandatory fields in the WBSC application form?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission is expected to release the West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) 2024 notification in April 2024. The Commission will mention the WBCS 2024 application details in the official notification. The mandatory fields in the WBCS application form, as indicated in the provided sources, include:

  • Active mobile number
  • Valid email ID
  • Father's name
  • Mother's name
  • Scanned passport-sized color photograph (in "jpeg" format, not exceeding 100KB)
  • Scanned signature using a Blue/Black pen on a white sheet (in "jpeg" format, not exceeding 100KB)
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Q:   Will WBPSC provide WBCS 2024 Application Corrections?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission can provide the WBCS application correction facility this year. The Commission will mention for such facility in the official notification. Normally, once the application form for the WBCS exam is submitted, candidates cannot edit the mandatory fields. It is crucial to ensure all information is accurate before confirming the application, as no edits will be allowed once the application is confirmed.

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WBCS Exam Pattern 2024

The Commission will notify the WBCS Exam Pattern 2024 in the official notification. The candidates must refer to the WBCS notification to know and understand the official exam pattern. WBCS notification is the official source of information and any change in the WBCS Exam Pattern is notified in the notification. The candidates can see here the WBCS 2024 exam pattern (based on the previous year's notification) for the prelims exam as below:

Paper

Number of Questions

Max. Marks

General Studies

200

200

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Q:   What is the WBCS exam pattern?

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The WBCS exam is conducted by the state government of West Bengal to recruit candidates for various positions in government departments. The exam is held once a year in three stages, and the updated exam pattern is as follows: 1. The first stage of the WBCS exam is the preliminary stage, which consists of one paper of general studies only. 2. The main exam is the second stage, which includes six compulsory and two optional papers of any subject you choose in your application. This paper is only for those opting for Group A and Group B services. 3. The four main papers are objective in nature and are as follows: (a) General Studies I (b) General Studies II (c) The Constitution of India and the Indian Economy (d) Arithmetic and the Reasoning Test 4. The language, essay, and optional papers have descriptive-type questions. 5. Except for the language paper, you can give the main exam in only English or Bengali.
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Q:   How many marks are assigned to each subject in WBCS prelims exam?

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) releases the marks pattern for the prelims exam. The Commission has assigned a set quota of marks to each of the topic. The candidates can see here the WBCS prelims marks pattern.

Sl. No

Subject

Marks

1

English Composition

25

2

General Science

25

3

Current events of National & International Importance

25

4

History of India

25

5

Geography of India with special reference to West Bengal

25

6

Indian Polity and Economy

25

7

Indian National Movement

25

8

General Mental Ability

25

Total

200

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Q:   What is the marking scheme for the WBCS exam, and how are the questions weighted?

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The WBCS exam follows a specific marking scheme where each correct answer in the exam is awarded one mark. In the Preliminary Exam, there are 200 multiple-choice questions, each carrying one mark. Additionally, in the Main Exam, there are eight papers with each paper carrying 200 marks, totaling 1600 marks for the entire exam.

The WBCS 2024 notification is expected to release soon by the West Bengal Public Service Commission.

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WBCS Syllabus 2024

The WBCS syllabus will be explained in the official WBCS notification 2024. WBPSC mentions the WBCS syllabus separately for each stage of the examination. The WBCS Syllabus 2024 is the most important component of the exam because it is the guide for WBCS preparation. WBCS syllabus and the previous year's question papers can efficiently guide the candidates to prepare well for the exam.

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Q:   What are the similarities between the WBCS prelims and Mains syllabus?

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The candidates should note that the WBCS main syllabus can be said as the extension of the prelims syllabus because some of the sections are common in both the prelims and main exam. The candidates are suggested to prepare for the main exam with factual orientation so that they can answer prelims questions also. The candidates arre required to check their preparation through the previous year question papers.

The candidates can see below the list of common subjects:

  • English
  • History
  • Geography
  • Indian Polity and Economy
  •  Indian National Movement
  • Current Affairs
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Q:   What is the total marks in WBCS prelims exam?

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The WBCS Prelims exam consists of a single paper called "General Studies" with a total of 200 marks.
The paper is divided into eight sections/topics, each carrying 25 marks:

  • English Composition: 25 marks
  • General Science: 25 marks
  • Current Events of National and International Importance: 25 marks
  • History of India (Ancient, Medieval, Modern): 25 marks
  • Geography of India with special reference to West Bengal: 25 marks
  • Indian Polity and Economy: 25 marks
  • Indian National Movement: 25 marks
  • General Mental Ability: 25 marks

So in summary, the total marks for the WBCS Prelims exam is 200, with each of the 8 sections carrying 25 marks each.

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Q:   How many papers are there in the WBCS exam, and what are they on?

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In the WBCS exam, there are a total of eight papers. These papers include:

  • Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali
  • English
  • General Studies - I
  • General Studies - II
  • The Constitution of India and Indian Economy including the role and functions of the Reserve Bank of India
  • Arithmetic and Test of Reasoning
  • Optional Subject - 1 subject to be chosen; 2 papers of 200 marks each
  • Personality Test
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WBCS Result 2024

WBPSC will declare the result after the exam. The WBCS exam will be conducted in March/April. After the exam, the commission will release the WBCS answer key (provisional). The WBPSC will invite the objections on the WBCS answer key and scrutinise the answer key in the lights objections. WBPSC will arrive at the final answer key and based on that, WBCS result will be declared.

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Q:   What is the passing percentage in WBCS exam?

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The passing percentage in the WBCS exam is approximately 0.10%. The full marks for the WBCS exam vary based on the category of the candidate and the specific exam cycle. For example, in the WBCS Prelims Exam 2022, the cut-off marks were as follows:

  • General: 130.39 Marks
  • OBC-A: 130.39 Marks
  • OBC-B: 130.39 Marks
  • SC: 124.44 Marks
  • ST: 104.37 Marks
  • PH categories had varying cut-off marks.

The WBCS exam does not have a minimum qualifying mark; instead, the cut-off marks serve as the eligibility criteria for passing the exam. The cut-off marks are determined based on factors like the toughness of the question paper, total number of candidates, category of the candidate, number of vacancies, and average performance of candidates. Candidates who score equal to or higher than the cut-off marks qualify for further stages of the exam.

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Q:   How many stages are there in the WBCS exam?

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WBCS exam consists of the following stages of the exam. Each stage has an uncommon exam pattern. The WBCS stages of the exam are as follows.

  • Prelims
  • Mains
  • Personality Test

The candidates need to qualify in each of the stage to get finally select.

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Q:   How can I qualify the exam conducted by WBCS?

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Hi, Nikita as far as my own experience of taking this exam is concerned, you do not need coaching for this. Self study is the best option in this regard but you have to get hold of right books. One thing you can do is enroll yourself for mock test series of a coaching institute and RICE is by far the best in business in the state. So, you may go for that but only after you are done with your syllabus preparation.
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WBCS Notification 2024 FAQs

The candidates can see here important questions related to WBCS notification.

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Q:   Are the WBCS vacancies mentioned in the official notification?

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The WBCS vacancies are not explicitly mentioned in the official notification provided in the search results. The vacancies for various posts under the West Bengal Civil Services Examination 2024 are yet to be officially disclosed by the West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC). The notification outlines the different posts under Group A, B, C, and D, but the specific number of vacancies for each post is not mentioned.

Candidates eagerly awaiting the recruitment notification need to stay updated with the official website of WBPSC, as the vacancies will be announced after the completion of the recruitment process. Once the vacancies are officially disclosed, candidates can expect detailed information about the number of vacancies for each post and the application process.

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Q:   How can I enroll for WBCS 2024 exam?

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The candidates can enroll anytime on the official website of the West Bengal Public Service Commission irrespective of any active application. The enroll means the one time registration on the official website. To enroll for the WBCS 2024 exam, follow these steps as outlined in the provided sources:

  • Visit the official WBCS website and select "Examination Name" from the menu on the left.
  • Click on the "Enroll Yourself" link and complete the Enrollment Form by entering all required information.
  • Verify the OTP code sent to your mobile number and note down the enrollment number and password displayed on the screen
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Q:   Is the official WBCS notification mention the WBCS admit card release date?

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No, the West Bengal Public Service Commission do not mention the WBCS admit card release date in the official notification. It provides the tentative timeline for the release of WBCS admit card. In normal conditions, the WBCS admit card is released around ten days before the exam date.

The WBCS 2024 prelims exam is expected to be conducted in July 2024. The Commission will release the WBCS admit card online only at its official website - psc.wb.gov.in. The Commission recetly migrated to this address.

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