WBCS Notification 2025, Apply Online Starts Today 18 Nov, Eligibility Criteria
Supriya Shrivastava26 Nov, 2025
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WBCS Notification 2025: The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has released the official notification for the West Bengal Civil Service Examination-2025 inviting online applications for Group A, B, C and D posts. The notification went live on 14 November 2025 and the online application window opens today, 18 November 2025, continuing until 9 December 2025(up to 3:00 PM). Following the application closing, an edit-window will be available between 12 and 18 December 2025. The preliminary exam is tentatively scheduled for March 2026, with the main exam and personality test dates to be notified later.
West Bengal Civil Service Exam 2025 Overview
WBCS exam is one of the most sought-after state civil service exams in West Bengal. Conducted by the WBPSC, the exam takes place in three stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview. The entire process tests a candidate’s knowledge, aptitude, and personality for administrative duties.
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West Bengal Civil Service Exam 2025 Overview |
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Conducting Authority |
West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
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Exam Name |
West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) 2025 |
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Exam Levels |
Preliminary, Mains, Personality Test |
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Exam Mode |
Offline |
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Number of Stages |
3 (Prelims, Mains, Interview) |
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Preliminary Exam Details |
Objective type; 200 questions; 2½ hours |
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Mains Exam Details |
6 compulsory + 1 optional subject papers; Descriptive; 3 hours each |
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Personality Test |
Interview assessing personal qualities |
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Syllabus |
General Studies, Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity, Economy, General Science, Mental Ability |
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Official Website |
https://psc.wb.gov.in |
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Salary Range |
Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,44,300 (varies with group and post) |
WBCS Notification 2025 PDF
West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) conducts the West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) Examination to recruit eligible candidates for various Group A, B, C, and D posts. The WBCS Notification 2025 provides detailed information about exam dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus, application process, and important guidelines. Click the button to download.
WBCS Notification 2025 PDF (Download)
WBPSC WBCS Eligibility Criteria 2025
To appear for WBCS 2025, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
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Must be a citizen of India.
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Must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
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Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking Bengali, except those whose mother tongue is Nepali.
WBCS Exam Pattern 2025
The WBCS exam consists of three stages:
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Preliminary Exam: A single objective paper of 200 marks.
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Mains Exam: Six compulsory papers and one optional subject (for certain groups).
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Personality Test: Conducted for qualified candidates from the Mains stage.
WBCS Vacancies 2025
WBPSC has released the WBCS 2025 vacancy details along with the official notification. Vacancies are announced for various posts such as Deputy Magistrate, Deputy Superintendent of Police, and Revenue Officer.
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WBCS Vacancies 2025 |
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GROUP A |
Executive |
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Assistant Commissioner of Revenue in the integrated West Bengal Revenue Service |
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West Bengal Co-operative Service |
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West Bengal Employment Service [Except the post of Employment Officer (Technical)] |
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West Bengal Labour Service |
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West Bengal Food and Supplies Service |
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GROUP B |
West Bengal Police Service |
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GROUP C |
Superintendent, District Correctional Home / Deputy Superintendent, Central Correctional Home |
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Joint Block Development Officer |
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Deputy Assistant Director of Consumer Affairs and Fair Business Practices |
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West Bengal Junior Social Welfare Service |
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West Bengal Subordinate Land Revenue Service, Grade-I |
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Assistant Commercial Tax Officer |
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Joint Registrar (WB State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission under the Consumer Affairs Department, Govt of WB) |
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Assistant Canal Revenue Officer (Irrigation) |
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Chief Controller of Correctional Services |
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GROUP D |
Inspector of Co-operative Societies |
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Panchayat Development Officer under the Panchayat and Rural Development Department |
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Rehabilitation Officer under the Refugee Relief and Rehabilitation Department |
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WBCS Syllabus 2025
The WBCS Syllabus has broad subjects.
For Prelims: General Knowledge, Indian History, Geography, Polity, Reasoning, and Current Affairs;
For Mains: Language papers, General Studies, Indian Constitution, Arithmetic, and Optional Subjects according to the candidate's preference.
WBCS Application Form 2025
The online application form for WBCS 2025 has been made available on the official WBPSC website, wbpsc.gov.in, from 18 November 2025 onwards and will remain active till 9 December 2025. Candidates must register, fill in personal and academic details, upload documents, and pay the exam fee online before the closing date.
WBCS Age Limit 2025
The expected age limit for different groups is as follows:
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Group A & C: 21 to 36 years
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Group B (Police Service): 20 to 36 years
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Group D: 21 to 39 years
Age relaxation is applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government norms.
WBCS Salary Structure 2025
WBCS officers have a salary ranging between Rs. 56,100 and Rs. 1,44,300, depending on the respective post and group. Officers are also provided with regular allowances like DA, HRA, and various other benefits by the Government.
WBCS Selection Process 2025
The recruitment process has three main stages: Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Personality Test. Students must clear each stage for their names to be in the final merit list issued by the WBPSC.
WBCS Prelims & Mains 2025
WBCS 2025 Prelims is an objective screening test, while Mains consists of Descriptive papers, covering General Studies and optional subjects. Candidates who clear the Mains will then appear for the Interview.
WBCS Admit Card 2025
The WBCS 2025 Admit Card will be released on the official WBPSC website a few weeks before the exam. Candidates must download and print it to appear for the exam, as it contains exam details, venue, and reporting time.
WBCS Result 2025
Results for each stage—Prelims, Mains, and Interview—will be declared separately on wbpsc.gov.in. Candidates can check their score and merit list using their registration details.
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