WBPSC Clerkship is one of the largest competitive examinations in West Bengal for recruitment to Lower Division Assistant (LDA) and Lower Division Clerk (LDC) posts in Secretariat, Directorates, and District Offices.
WBPSC Clerkship is one of the largest competitive examinations in West Bengal for recruitment to Lower Division Assistant (LDA) and Lower Division Clerk (LDC) posts in Secretariat, Directorates, and District Offices.
| Exam Name | WBPSC Clerkship |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | As Announced |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR |
| Language of Exam | English, Bengali, Hindi (State-specific) |
| Official Website | https://psc.wb.gov.in |
All dates are based on the latest recruitment notifications released by West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | Published (Advt 13/2023) |
| Admit Card Release | 10 Days Prior to Exam |
| Part-I Examination Date | Expected Nov/Dec 2026 |
| Answer Key & Cut-Off | Post-Exam |
Part-I: 100 MCQs (100 Marks, 90 mins) covering English (30), General Studies (40), Arithmetic (30). Negative marking: 0.25 marks. Part-II: Conventional Descriptive (100 Marks, 60 mins).
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies / GK | 40 MCQs | 40 Marks | 90 Minutes (1.5 Hours) |
-0.25 Mark per incorrect |
| Arithmetic & Numerical Aptitude | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks | ||
| English Language | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks | ||
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes | 1/4th Penalty |
100 MCQs screening test covering General Studies, Arithmetic and English.
Descriptive written test in English & Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali (Report, Summary & Translation).
Computer typing speed (20 wpm in English or 10 wpm in Bengali) qualifying in nature.
Pass in Madhyamik Examination from WBBSE or equivalent. Elementary knowledge in Computer Operation with ability to type in English (20 wpm) or Bengali (10 wpm). Age: 18-40 years with SC/ST/OBC relaxations.
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years (as on Jan 1 of exam year) | SC/ST: +5 yrs, OBC: +3 yrs, PwD: +5 yrs |
| Educational Qualification | Madhyamik (10th Standard) Pass from WBBSE or recognized Board | Equivalent recognized boards accepted |
| Technical Qualification | Basic Computer Operation & Typing Knowledge | Qualifying test conducted post Part-II |
| Nationality | Citizen of India | Standard GoI & State residency rules apply |
English: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Idioms. Arithmetic: Simplification, Fractions, Decimals, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio, Time & Work. General Studies: Indian History, West Bengal Geography, Constitution, Current Affairs.
Official category-wise cut-off scores from recent exam cycles (out of 100 in Part-I):
| Category | 2024 Cut-Off | 2023 Cut-Off | 2020 Cut-Off | Expected 2026 Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 68.50 | 65.00 | 65.00 | 72+ |
| OBC-A | 62.00 | 58.50 | 58.00 | 65+ |
| OBC-B | 64.50 | 61.00 | 60.50 | 68+ |
| SC | 56.00 | 52.00 | 48.50 | 60+ |
| ST | 44.50 | 40.00 | 32.00 | 48+ |
| EWS | 59.00 | 55.50 | - | 62+ |
Practice full-length tests matching the exact exam pattern with bilingual questions and instant rank analysis.
15 Total Tests • 3 Free Tests • English, Bengali
| Year & Paper Title | Stage | Language | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBPSC Clerkship 2019 Part-I Solved Question Paper (Shift 2) | Part-I Prelims | Bengali & English | Practice CBT PDF ⬇ |
| WBPSC Clerkship 2019 Part-I Solved Question Paper (Shift 1) | Part-I Prelims | Bengali & English | Practice CBT PDF ⬇ |
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