WBPSC Civil Service Recruitment 2023 Details
The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has released a notification for the West Bengal Civil Service (Exe.) Exam 2023. Individuals who fulfill the eligibility criteria and are interested in the vacancy particulars can peruse the notification and submit their applications online.
WBPSC Civil Service Recruitment 2023 Application Process
The application process for the West Bengal Civil Service (Exe.) Exam 2023 can be completed online through the official website of the West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC). To apply for the exam, candidates need to follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of WBPSC – www.pscwbapplication.in
- Click on the link for the WBCS (Exe.) Exam 2023 application form.
- Register yourself by providing your basic details and creating a login ID and password.
- Log in to your account and fill in the application form with all the required details, such as personal information, educational qualifications, etc.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified format.
- Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the instructions and guidelines before filling the application form to avoid any mistakes or errors.
WBPSC Civil Service Recruitment 2023 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the West Bengal Civil Service (Exe.) Exam 2023 are as follows:
- Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 and 36 years of age as of January 1, 2023. Age relaxation is applicable for candidates belonging to certain categories as per the government rules.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Candidates who are in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree program can also apply, provided they can produce their final mark sheet before the main examination.
- Language Proficiency: Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Bengali. However, this requirement is not applicable to candidates who are permanent residents of the hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts.
- Physical Fitness: Candidates must be physically fit and meet the physical standards specified by the WBPSC.
Candidates who do not fulfill the eligibility criteria will not be allowed to apply for the exam. It is advisable for candidates to carefully go through the official notification for the WBCS Exam to ensure that they meet all the eligibility requirements before submitting their application.
WBPSC Civil Service Recruitment 2023 Application Fees
The application fee for the West Bengal Civil Service (Exe.) Exam 2023 varies according to the category of the candidate. Here are the details:
- For General and OBC candidates: The application fee is ₹ 210/
- For SC/ST candidates and persons with disabilities (PwD): There is no application fee.
Candidates can pay the application fee through online mode using a debit card, credit card, or net banking. After the successful payment of the application fee, candidates will receive an e-receipt which they should keep for future reference.
It is important for candidates to note that the application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. They should also ensure that they have filled in all the details correctly before making the payment. In case of any discrepancy, the application may get rejected or cancelled.
WBPSC Civil Service Recruitment 2023 Application Dates
Starting date for online application: 28-02-2023
Last date for the online application & fee payment: 21-03-2023
Last date for offline Submission & fee payment: 22-03-2023
Edit option available dates: 31-03-2023 to 06-04-2023
WBPSC Civil Service Recruitment 2023 Official Notification
WBPSC Civil Service Recruitment 2023 Exam Pattern
The West Bengal Civil Service (Exe.) Exam 2023 is conducted in three stages – Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Personality Test. Here’s a brief overview of the exam pattern for each stage:
Preliminary Exam: The Preliminary Exam covers eight subjects 200 marks including English Composition, General Science, Current events of national and international importance, History of India, Geography of India, Indian Polity and Economy, Indian National Movement, and General Mental Ability, with a special focus on West Bengal.
Main Exam: The main exam consists of six compulsory papers and one optional paper of 200 marks each. Each paper in the exam has a duration of 3 hours. The six compulsory papers are – (a) Paper I – Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali (compulsory), (b) Paper II – English (compulsory), (c) Paper III – General Studies I, (d) Paper IV – General Studies II, (e) Paper V – The Constitution of India and Indian Economy, including role and functions of Reserve Bank of India, and (f) Paper VI – Arithmetic and Test of Reasoning.
Personality Test: The Personality Test is conducted to assess the candidate’s personality, intelligence, and suitability for the civil services. The test is of 200 marks, and candidates are interviewed by a panel of experts.
Once a candidate clears the Preliminary Exam, they become eligible to appear for the Main Exam. Candidates who clear the Main Exam are called for the Personality Test. The final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained by candidates in the Main Exam and Personality Test.
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