The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) is conducting recruitment for 266 English Stenographer (Basic Grade) posts. These positions are designed for candidates seeking administrative roles within the West Bengal government cadre. Successful candidates will serve as personal assistants, supporting various secretarial and directorate functions across the state.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026
Posted 20 Oct 2026Updated 20 Oct 202604/2025
Total Vacancies
266
Last Date
07 Nov
18 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Permanent
Status
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Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 07 Nov 2026 · 18 days left
- Notification16 Oct
- Applications Open18 Oct
About WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- West Bengal Public Service Commission
- Advertisement No.
- 04/2025
- Post Name
- Schedule A English Stenographer (Basic Grade) and Schedule B English Stenographer (Basic Grade)
- Job Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (EWS, SC, ST and OBC Non-Creamy Layer reservation benefits are available only to eligible West Bengal candidates; candidates of those categories from other states will be considered against unreserved posts)
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Age Limit
- 18–44 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Elementary knowledge of computer operation and English typing speed of 30 words per minute
- Pay Scale
- Pay Level 9, Rs. 28,900 to Rs. 74,500 under WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019
Vacancy Breakdown
Schedule A English Stenographer (Basic Grade)
146
UR 72OBC 10SC 31ST 9EWS 15
Schedule B English Stenographer (Basic Grade)
120
UR 59OBC 9SC 26ST 7EWS 12
Total266
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schedule A English Stenographer (Basic Grade) | 72 | 10 | 31 | 9 | 15 | 146 |
| Schedule B English Stenographer (Basic Grade) | 59 | 9 | 26 | 7 | 12 | 120 |
| Grand Total | 131 | 19 | 57 | 16 | 27 | 266 |
Eligibility Details
English Stenographer (Basic Grade)
Madhyamik Examination conducted by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or an equivalent examination. Elementary knowledge of computer operation and ability to type in English at 30 words per minute. Ability to read, write and speak Bengali; this requirement does not apply to candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali. For candidates whose mother tongue is neither Bengali nor Nepali, knowledge of Bengali will be tested during the computer typing test and poor performance may lead to cancellation of candidature.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| English Stenographer (Basic Grade) | Madhyamik Examination conducted by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or an equivalent examination. Elementary knowledge of computer operation and ability to type in English at 30 words per minute. Ability to read, write and speak Bengali; this requirement does not apply to candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali. For candidates whose mother tongue is neither Bengali nor Nepali, knowledge of Bengali will be tested during the computer typing test and poor performance may lead to cancellation of candidature. |
Age Limit
18 to 44 years as on 01-01-2025
Age Relaxation
SC/ST candidates of West Bengal: 5 years; OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates of West Bengal: 3 years; Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: upper age limit relaxable up to 45 years; SC/ST/OBC candidates of other states: no category-based age relaxation; permanent Schedule B Stenographers, permanent Typists, permanent Steno-Typists and permanent Clerk-cum-Typists serving under the Government of West Bengal: no age limit.
Application Fee
General / Unreserved
Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges
EWS
Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges
OBC
Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges
SC / ST candidates of West Bengal
Nil
PwBD candidates with 40% or more disability
Nil
SC / ST / OBC candidates of other states
Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges
Selection Process
- 1Paper I - General English
Written examination of 100 marks; conducted first, and its marks count towards final merit, not merely qualifying
- 2Paper II - Dictation and Transcription
Examination of 400 marks; only a limited number of candidates shortlisted on Paper I are admitted
- 3Paper III - Computer Typing
Examination of 100 marks; candidates whose mother tongue is neither Bengali nor Nepali are also tested on Bengali knowledge here
- 4Final Merit Preparation
Merit list prepared on the combined marks of Paper I, Paper II and Paper III, subject to qualifying criteria
- 5Medical Fitness Examination and Verification of Antecedents
Conducted before appointment
Exam Pattern
Paper I - General English
100 marks
Paper II - Dictation and Transcription
400 marks
Paper III - Computer Typing
100 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I - General English | — | 100 | — |
| Paper II - Dictation and Transcription | — | 400 | — |
| Paper III - Computer Typing | — | 100 | — |
Salary Structure
Pay Level 9, Rs. 28,900 to Rs. 74,500 under WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official WBPSC website at psc.wb.gov.in and open Advertisement No. 04/2025 for the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A and B Recruitment Examination, 2025
- 2Read the detailed advertisement and the separate examination Scheme and Syllabus
- 3Open the advertisement-specific online application facility and register or sign in with your candidate credentials
- 4Enter personal, educational qualification, age and contact details
- 5Provide reservation and category details where applicable
- 6Declare the computer typing and language eligibility particulars asked by the portal
- 7Complete the photo identity and supporting information
- 8Review the application carefully and pay the Rs. 160 fee plus applicable service charges, unless exempt
- 9Submit the application by 7 November 2026 at 3:30 PM and save or print it for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Madhyamik or equivalent examination certificate and marksheet
•Proof of date of birth recorded in the Madhyamik or equivalent certificate
•Valid photo identity proof
•SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate if applicable
•EWS Income and Asset Certificate if applicable
•PwBD certificate if applicable
•Prescribed certificate supporting scribe or compensatory-time requirements where applicable
•Meritorious Sportsperson certificate and prescribed form if applicable
•Other documents requested by WBPSC for eligibility and appointment verification
Important Details
- Submission of more than one application by the same candidate is prohibited and may lead to cancellation of candidature.
- The application edit facility can be used only once, from 10 to 13 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM, and no correction requests will be entertained after that date; candidates wishing to change their address must first update it in their profile and then use the Edit option.
- The age eligibility date is 1 January 2025 even though applications are being accepted in October-November 2026.
- The Commission will not entertain requests for fee refunds or adjustment against another examination.
- The examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026 at centres in Kolkata and the exact date will be announced separately.
Minimum Aggregate Qualifying Marks
UR
Minimum Aggregate Marks: 40%
EWS
Minimum Aggregate Marks: 40%
OBC
Minimum Aggregate Marks: 38%
SC
Minimum Aggregate Marks: 35%
ST
Minimum Aggregate Marks: 30%
PwBD
Minimum Aggregate Marks: 30%
MSP
Minimum Aggregate Marks: 40%
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| OBC | 38% |
| SC | 35% |
| ST | 30% |
| PwBD | 30% |
| MSP | 40% |
Meritorious Sportsperson Reservation
Reserved vacancies are provided for eligible Meritorious Sportspersons in recognised competitions. The notified sports are Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Swimming, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Tennis, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Boxing, Cycling, Gymnastics, Judo, Rifle Shooting, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho and Archery. Eligible applicants must furnish the prescribed sports certificate and the applicable Form 1, 2, 3 or 4 issued by the competent authority.
Reservation Certificate Conditions
- SC, ST, OBC Non-Creamy Layer and EWS reservation benefits are available to eligible West Bengal candidates only
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates must provide valid renewed or revalidated certificates at the prescribed stages
- EWS applicants must provide the prescribed Income and Asset Certificate
- Reservation claims must be made while submitting the online application and supported by certificates issued by the competent authority
Permitted Photo Identity Documents
- Madhyamik or equivalent certificate bearing a photograph
- Passport
- PAN Card
- Voter Identity Card
- Driving Licence
- Other government-issued identity proof as specified in the notification
Posting Cadres
Schedule A posts cover specified Secretariat, senior administrative and directorate offices, while Schedule B covers other notified directorate and stenographer positions in the West Bengal Government.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from states other than West Bengal apply?
Yes. Candidates from other states may apply, but EWS, SC, ST and OBC Non-Creamy Layer reservation benefits are available only to eligible West Bengal candidates, and those from other states are considered against unreserved posts with no category-based age relaxation.
Is Paper I only a qualifying examination?
No. The final merit list is prepared on the combined marks of Paper I, Paper II and Paper III, so Paper I marks also count towards merit.
Can a candidate submit more than one application?
No. Submitting more than one application by the same candidate is prohibited and may lead to cancellation of candidature.
How many times can the application edit facility be used?
The edit facility can be used only once, between 10 and 13 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM, and only certain fields can be edited.
Is knowledge of Bengali compulsory?
Yes, candidates must be able to read, write and speak Bengali, except those whose mother tongue is Nepali. Candidates whose mother tongue is neither Bengali nor Nepali are tested on Bengali during the computer typing test.
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