WBPSC Sub-Inspector of Schools (SI of Schools) Examination 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
Recruits field educational inspection officers (SI of Schools) responsible for academic inspection, administrative monitoring, mid-day meal management, and grant supervision in primary and secondary schools within circles across West Bengal.
Examination Overview
Recruits field educational inspection officers (SI of Schools) responsible for academic inspection, administrative monitoring, mid-day meal management, and grant supervision in primary and secondary schools within circles across West Bengal.
| Exam Name | WBPSC Sub-Inspector of Schools (SI of Schools) Examination |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | Periodic |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://psc.wb.gov.in/ ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Online Notification Release | Annual Cycle |
| Application Window | Active / As Notified |
| Admit Card Download | 10 to 14 Days Prior to Exam |
| Written Examination Date | Upcoming 2026 Schedule |
| Answer Key & Objection Window | Within 7 Days Post Exam |
| Result Declaration | Expected Post-Exam Cycle |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Written Screening Test (100 MCQs, 100 marks, 1.5 hours: General Studies & Current Affairs 30, Arithmetic 20, Child Pedagogy & Educational Administration 30, English/Bengali 20) + Personality Test (20 marks).
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
Second Class Honours or Master's Degree from a recognized university + B.Ed / B.T. or equivalent. Minimum teaching or administrative experience. Ability to read and write Bengali. Age: Up to 36 years.
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | Second Class Honours or Master's Degree from a recognized university + B.Ed / B.T. or equivalent. Minimum teaching or administrative experience. Ability to read and write Bengali. Age: Up to 36 years. | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
School Education Policies (RTE Act, NEP, Sarva Shiksha, Mid-Day Meal), Child Development & Pedagogy, Educational Psychology, Indian Polity, West Bengal History & Geography, Arithmetic, English & Bengali Comprehension.
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for WBPSC Sub-Inspector of Schools (SI of Schools) Examination based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
Official Mock Test Series & CBT Practice
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