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Open · Last date: 7 November 2026 · Last updated: 18 October 2026
Quick Summary
Public Service Commission, West Bengal Recruitment 2026 is open for 266 vacancies, starting with Schedule ‘A’ English Stenographer. You can apply online only, and applications close on 7 November 2026 at 3:30 pm. As per the official notification, candidates need a Madhyamik pass or equivalent, plus basic computer typing in English.
Key Points
- Last date: 7 November 2026
- How to apply: Online
- Application fee: Nil to Rs. 160 (by category)
- Age limit: 18 to 44 years
- Total vacancies: 266
- Important condition: Ability to read, write and speak in Bengali (not required for those candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali)
Key details at a glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Public Service Commission, West Bengal |
| Posts | Schedule ‘A’ English Stenographer and 2 more |
| Total vacancies | 266 |
| Last date | 7 November 2026 |
| How to apply | Online |
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 16 October 2026 |
| Application start date | 18 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 7 November 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 7 November 2026 |
| Edit Window | |
| Examination (tentative) |
Application Fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / other candidates (including OBC candidates of West Bengal) | Rs. 160 |
| SC/ST candidates of West Bengal and PwBD with physical disability of 40% and above | Nil |
| general [UR]/ oBC/ EWS | Rs. 160 |
| SC / ST/ PH/ other category | Nil |
Payment mode: online mode
Vacancy Details
| Post name | Vacancies | UR | E.W.S. | OBC-(Non-creamy layer) | SC | ST | M.S.P | PwBD(UR) | PwBD(SC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schedule ‘A’ English Stenographer | 146 | 72 | 15 | 10 | 31 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| Schedule ‘B’ English Stenographer | 120 | 59 | 12 | 9 | 26 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| English Stenographer (BASIC Grade) | 266 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 266 |
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 131 |
| EWS | 27 |
| OBC (NCL) | 19 |
| SC | 57 |
| ST | 16 |
| MSP | 5 |
| PwBD (UR) | 9 |
| PwBD (SC) | 2 |
Age Limit
Minimum age: 18 years. Maximum age: 44 years (as on 1 January 2025).
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| S.C. & S.T. candidates (West Bengal) | 5 years |
| O.B.C. (non-creamy layer) candidates of West Bengal | 3 years |
In the case of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), the upper age limit is relaxable upto 45 years. No relaxation is applicable to S.C./S.T./O.B.C.(non-creamy layer) candidates of other States as they shall be treated as general candidates.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post name | Pay level | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule ‘A’ English Stenographer | Pay Level-9 | Rs. 28,900 – 74,500 per month |
| Schedule ‘B’ English Stenographer | Pay Level-9 | Rs. 28,900 – 74,500 per month |
Eligibility / Qualification
Schedule ‘A’ English Stenographer
You need to have passed the Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education, or an equivalent exam. Along with that, you should know elementary computer operation and be able to type on a computer at 30 words per minute in English.
Schedule ‘B’ English Stenographer
Requirements match Schedule ‘A’ in every detail, so the same Madhyamik pass (or equivalent) and the same English typing skill apply here.
English Stenographer (BASIC Grade)
The recruitment table lists Class 10th or Matric (High School) from a West Bengal Board of Secondary Education recognised board in India as the qualification for this post.
- Citizen of India (either natural or by registration), or such other nationals as declared eligible by the Govt. of India.
- Ability to read, write and speak in Bengali (not required for those candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali)
- Reservation benefits for E.W.S./S.C./S.T./O.B.C. (Non-Creamy Layer) are admissible to candidates of West Bengal only; candidates of other States are considered for Unreserved posts only.
- There shall be no age limit for permanent Schedule ‘B’ Stenographers’ permanent Typists, permanent Steno-Typists and permanent Clerk-cum-Typists who are in service under the Govt. of West Bengal.
- There shall be no age limit for permanent Schedule B Stenographers, Permanent Typists, Permanent Steno-Typist and Permanent Clerk-cum-Typist who are in service under the Govt of West Bengal
Selection Process
Selection has four stages: a written examination, document verification, a medical examination and a final merit list. Check the table below for the papers and marks, and keep your certificates ready before the verification stage.
- Final Merit List will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in all the three papers taken together.
- Tie-breaking: higher marks in Dictation and Transcription Paper, then Typing Paper, then Accuracy in Typing, then Speed, then higher in age.
- Selected candidates must appear before a Medical Board and undergo verification of antecedents.
- stage-1: written examination
- Stage-2: Document Verification
- stage-3: medical exmination
- stage-4: final merit list
How to Apply
Applications are accepted online only, and sending more than one application is forbidden. Keep your photo ID and any category certificate scanned before you open the form, and note your login details somewhere safe because you’ll need them again for the edit window.
- Apply online only; submitting more than one application is forbidden.
- Edit Window can be accessed by logging into individual accounts at https://psc.wb.gov.in; edit option can be availed only once.
Before You Apply
- Certificate from a competent authority of West Bengal for EWS/S.C./S.T./O.B.C. (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwBD/Meritorious Sportspersons claim, issued on or before the closing date
- Photo ID (Madhyamik or equivalent certificate bearing photograph, Passport, PAN Card, EPIC, Driving Licence or other Govt. ID)
- APPENDIX-I certificate regarding physical limitation to write (only PwBD candidates opting for Scribe/Compensatory Time)
- Pay the application fee (online mode): see the fee table above.
- Submit your application before the last date: 7 November 2026
Important Links
| Resource | Action | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Official Website Public Service Commission, West Bengal | Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in Official |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Public Service Commission, West Bengal English Stenographer posts?
Candidates can apply for the English Stenographer posts at Public Service Commission, West Bengal until 3:30 pm on 7 November 2026. Fee payment through the online mode closes on the same date and time. Applications opened on 18 October 2026, so you have a few weeks, but don’t leave the form for the last day.
How much is the application fee for the English Stenographer posts?
Public Service Commission, West Bengal charges Rs. 160 plus service charges, where applicable, from General and other candidates, including OBC candidates of West Bengal. SC and ST candidates of West Bengal, and PwBD candidates with physical disability of 40% and above, are not required to pay any fee. Candidates from other states, whether SC, ST or OBC, get no exemption, and the fee is not refunded. Pay only through the online mode on the official website.
What is the age limit for the English Stenographer posts?
Candidates for the English Stenographer posts at Public Service Commission, West Bengal must be at least 18 years and not more than 44 years old as on 1 January 2025. The upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC and ST candidates of West Bengal and by 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer) candidates of West Bengal. For PwBD candidates, the upper limit goes up to 45 years. Permanent Schedule ‘B’ Stenographers, Typists, Steno-Typists and Clerk-cum-Typists in West Bengal Government service have no age limit.
Who can apply for the English Stenographer posts besides meeting the qualification?
Applicants for the English Stenographer posts must be citizens of India, or other nationals the Government of India has declared eligible. You should also be able to read, write and speak Bengali, unless your mother tongue is Nepali. Reservation benefits for E.W.S., S.C., S.T. and O.B.C. (Non-Creamy Layer) go to West Bengal candidates only, and candidates of other states are considered for Unreserved posts.
What is the selection process for the Public Service Commission, West Bengal English Stenographer recruitment?
Public Service Commission, West Bengal selects English Stenographers through a written examination, document verification, a medical examination and a final merit list. Merit is decided on marks in all three papers taken together. If marks tie, higher marks in Dictation and Transcription come first, then Typing Paper, accuracy in typing, speed and finally age.
How do I apply online for the English Stenographer posts?
You can apply for the English Stenographer posts at Public Service Commission, West Bengal only through the online mode on its official website, psc.wb.gov.in. As per the official notification, no direct apply link is given, so start from the official website. After submitting, you can correct your form once in the edit window by logging into your account.
When is the English Stenographer exam and what are the papers?
Public Service Commission, West Bengal plans the English Stenographer examination tentatively for December 2026 or thereabout at various centres in Kolkata. There are three papers: General English (100 marks), Dictation & Transcription (400 marks) and Computer Typing (100 marks). Paper-I is held first, and only a limited number of candidates will be allowed to sit for Paper-II and Paper-III.
What Happens Next
- Apply before the last date: 7 November 2026.
- After the last date, watch the official website for the next notice. It normally carries the admit card, the exam or interview schedule and, later, the result.
- We update this page when the notice changes. Last updated: 18 October 2026.
Source: compiled from the official notification dated 16 October 2026. Always confirm the details on the official website before you apply.
Official website: psc.wb.gov.in
How we checked this: we read the official notification and copied the dates, fees, age limits and vacancies into the tables exactly as they are written there. An editor reads every post before it goes live. If the official website says something different, follow the official website.
Last updated: 18 October 2026.
We are not affiliated with Public Service Commission, West Bengal. Always confirm the details on the official website before applying.
