descriptionOverview & Important Gazette Circular Highlights
West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) has officially published the recruitment notification for 11,749 vacancies under advertisement reference WBPRB/NOTICE-2026/04. Candidates can submit their application form from 2026-05-25 to 2026-07-10. Read below for eligibility conditions, category-wise fee details, step-by-step application instructions, and 100% verified direct official links.
Rs. 20/- (Processing Fee only for SC/ST of West Bengal)
Female (All Categories)
Rs. 170/-
Payment Mode
Online payment via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking or Punjab National Bank e-Challan
⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable once submitted. Please verify eligibility before payment.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits / पात्रता एवं आयु सीमा
🎓 Educational Qualification
Passed Madhyamik Examination from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) or equivalent, and ability to read, write, and speak in Bengali (exempted for permanent residents of hill subdivisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong).
Category Relaxation: Upper age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-A and OBC-B, and 3 years for Civic Volunteers having completed 3 years of service.
💰 Pay Scale & Salary
Level 6 (Rs. 22,700 - 58,500/-) in the Pay Matrix as per WBS (ROPA) Rules 2019 plus admissible allowances.
📝 Selection Process
Preliminary Written Test (100 Marks - General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, Reasoning)
Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET - Male: 1600m in 6m 30s; Female: 800m in 4m)
Final Written Examination (85 Marks)
Interview & Personality Test (15 Marks)
Medical Examination and Verification of Character Antecedents
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Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown / पद विवरण
Total: 11,749 Posts
Post Name / पद का नाम
Total Posts
Eligibility Qualification
Age Limit
Constable (Male - West Bengal Police)
8,212
Passed Madhyamik Examination from West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) or equivalent
18-30 Years
Lady Constable (Female - West Bengal Police)
3,537
Passed Madhyamik Examination (10th Pass) and proficiency in speaking/writing Bengali
18-30 Years
📝 How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide / आवेदन कैसे करें
Visit the official website of the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board at prb.wb.gov.in or wbpolice.gov.in.
Click on 'Recruitment to the post of Constables in West Bengal Police 2026'.
Register by creating username and password using active mobile number and email ID.
Fill in personal particulars, academic details, and permanent address.
Upload clear photograph and signature as per specified pixel and file size parameters.
Pay the application/processing fee through the online payment gateway.
Review and submit the online application form and retain the Application Sl. No.
⚠️ Candidate Advisory: Do NOT share your login credentials, OTP, or registration password with any third-party cyber cafes or unverified agents. Always submit the form directly from the official portal.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — WB Police Constable 2026 (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)
What is the physical efficiency race standard for WB Police Constable?
Male candidates must run 1,600 meters within 6 minutes 30 seconds. Female candidates must complete the 800-meter race within 4 minutes. Both are qualifying events.
Is knowing the Bengali language compulsory for West Bengal Police Constable?
Yes. Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write in Bengali. This condition does not apply to permanent residents of the hill subdivisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts where Nepali language applies.
What is the age limit for West Bengal Police Constable recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit has been extended up to 30 years for unreserved candidates, with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST and 3 years relaxation for OBC candidates of West Bengal.