Last updated: 5 June 2026
WB Police Constable (Male / Female / Lady) 2026
West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) is expected to release the WBP Constable Recruitment 2026 notification for Male, Female and Lady Constable posts across West Bengal Police. Candidates with Madhyamik (10th pass) and age 18–30 years can apply online at prb.wb.gov.in once registration opens. Selection includes a single-stage written exam (85 MCQs, 85 marks), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Interview (15 marks) and document verification. The question paper is bilingual — Bengali and Nepali.
WBP Constable Notification 2026 expected soon — around 1000+ vacancies anticipated. Bookmark for syllabus, admit card and apply link.
Latest WBPRB Updates
- WBP Constable 2026 notification expected soon — 1000+ posts for Male, Female & Lady Constable.
- WBPRB may announce ~12,000 total vacancies including SI & Constable — check official notification for post-wise split.
- Written exam: 85 MCQs (GK 25 + Maths 25 + Reasoning 25 + English 10), 1 hour, −0.25 negative marking.
- Selection: Written (85) → PMT → PET (1600 m / 800 m run) → Interview (15 marks).
- Admit card will be released before written exam on prb.wb.gov.in.
- Download WBP Constable previous year question paper pattern & section-wise weightage.
WB Police Constable (Male / Female / Lady) 2026 — Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) |
| Post Name | Constable (Male), Lady Constable (Female), Third Gender Constable |
| Total Vacancies | To be notified (1000+ expected for Constable; ~12,000 incl. SI) |
| Educational Qualification | Madhyamik (10th Pass) from WBBSE or recognised board |
| Age Limit | 18–30 years (relaxation for SC/ST, OBC as per WBPRB rules) |
| Written Exam | 85 MCQs · 85 marks · 1 hour · Bengali/Nepali bilingual |
| Negative Marking | −0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| Interview | 15 marks — Bengali/Nepali language proficiency assessed |
| Pay Scale | ₹22,700 – ₹58,500 (Pay Level 3) + DA, HRA and allowances |
| Selection Process | Written → PMT → PET → Interview → DV & Medical |
| Official Website | prb.wb.gov.in · wbpolice.gov.in |
| Exam Name | Authority | Eligibility | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB Police Constable (Male / Female / Lady) 2026 | WBPRB | 10th Pass (Madhyamik) from WBBSE or equivalent board | 25 May 2026 |
West Bengal Police Recruitment Board · Vacancies to be notified · Apply by 25 May 2026
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Vacancies
To be notified
Last Date
25 May 2026
Age Limit
18–30 yrs
Qualification
10th Pass (Madhyamik) from WBBSE or equivalent board
How to Apply Online
Visit prb.wb.gov.in or wbpolice.gov.in when WBP Constable 2026 notification is released.
Click Apply Online and register with mobile number, email and Aadhaar details.
Fill personal, educational (Madhyamik marks), category and post preference (Male/Female/Lady Constable).
Upload passport-size photo and signature as per WBPRB specifications.
Pay application fee online and submit before the last date.
Download confirmation page — note registration number for admit card download.
Resource Hub
Download official documents and study materials.
Important Dates & Exam Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Expected soon (2026) |
| Online Application Starts | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
| Written Examination (85 MCQs) | To be announced |
| Physical Measurement Test (PMT) | After written exam |
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | After PMT |
| Interview (15 marks) | After PET |
| Document Verification & Medical | To be announced |
Physical Standards (PMT / PET)
Qualifying standards — category-wise relaxations apply as per official notification.
| Parameter | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height — Male (General/SC/OBC) | 167 cm (barefoot) | N/A |
| Height — Male (Gorkha/Garhwali/Rajbanshi/ST) | 160 cm | N/A |
| Height — Female (General/SC/OBC) | N/A | 160 cm |
| Height — Female (Gorkha/Garhwali/Rajbanshi/ST) | N/A | 152 cm |
| Weight — Male (General/SC/OBC) | Min 57 kg | N/A |
| Weight — Female (General/SC/OBC) | N/A | Min 49 kg |
| Chest — Male (General/SC/OBC) | 78 cm normal · 83 cm expanded | N/A |
| PET — 1600 m Run (Male) | Within 6 min 30 sec | N/A |
| PET — 800 m Run (Female) | N/A | Within 4 min |
| PET — 800 m Run (Third Gender) | N/A | Within 3 min 30 sec |
Preparation Tips
- GK carries 25 marks — prioritise West Bengal history, geography and current affairs.
- Maths is Madhyamik level — revise WBBSE Class 9–10 arithmetic and mensuration.
- Reasoning has 25 questions — practice series, coding-decoding and puzzles daily.
- With −0.25 negative marking, avoid blind guessing — attempt only when 70%+ confident.
- Start PET training early — 1600 m in 6 min 30 sec (male) needs regular running practice.
Selection Process
- Written Examination — 85 MCQs (GK 25 + English 10 + Maths 25 + Reasoning 25), 85 marks, 1 hour
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) — height, weight, chest (male) — qualifying
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — 1600 m run (male, 6 min 30 sec) / 800 m run (female, 4 min) — qualifying
- Interview — 15 marks (general awareness, Bengali/Nepali read-write-speak ability)
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
Previous Year Indicative Cutoff
Figures are indicative based on prior year results. Actual cutoff varies.
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Out of | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS (Written) | 58 | 85 | 68.2% |
| OBC (NCL) | 54 | 85 | 63.5% |
| SC | 48 | 85 | 56.5% |
| ST | 45 | 85 | 52.9% |
Exam Centres
Major cities where this exam is typically conducted.
Exam Pattern 2026
WB Police Constable written exam is a single-stage objective test of 85 questions for 85 marks in 1 hour. The paper is set in Bengali and Nepali. Each correct answer carries 1 mark; wrong answers deduct 0.25 marks. PMT and PET are qualifying; Interview carries 15 marks.
- Total: 85 MCQs · 85 marks · 60 minutes · Offline OMR/CBT as per notification
- Bilingual paper — Bengali and Nepali
- +1 mark per correct answer · −0.25 per wrong answer
- PMT and PET are qualifying only — no marks added to written score
- Interview: 15 marks · Total selection score: Written (85) + Interview (15) = 100
- Must read, write and speak Bengali or Nepali — tested in interview
Subject-wise Breakdown
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness & General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Elementary Mathematics (Madhyamik Standard) | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning & Logical Analysis | 25 | 25 |
| English | 10 | 10 |
| Total Written | 85 | 85 |
Syllabus Highlights
- General Awareness & GK — WB history, geography, polity, current affairs, environment (25 Q)
- Elementary Mathematics — Madhyamik standard: percentage, ratio, mensuration, algebra (25 Q)
- Reasoning & Logical Analysis — series, coding-decoding, puzzles, analogy (25 Q)
- English — synonyms, antonyms, grammar, voice, narration (10 Q)
Important Details
- Department: West Bengal Police Recruitment Board
- Application window: 1 April 2026 – 25 May 2026
- Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹22,700 – ₹58,500 (Pay Level 3, 7th CPC)
- Tentative exam date: 24 August 2026
- Note: WBPRB Constable 2026 — Male, Female & Lady Constable posts. Written (85 marks) → PMT → PET → Interview (15 marks) → DV. Paper in Bengali/Nepali.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the qualification for WB Police Constable 2026? ▼
Madhyamik (10th pass) or equivalent from a recognised board. Must read, write and speak Bengali or Nepali.
What is the age limit for WBP Constable? ▼
Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years. Age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC and other reserved categories as per WBPRB notification.
How many vacancies in WBP Constable 2026? ▼
Official vacancy count pending. CareerPower estimates 1000+ for Constable; Adda247 reports ~12,000 total including SI posts.
Is there negative marking in WB Police Constable exam? ▼
Yes. Each wrong answer deducts 0.25 marks. Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
What is the salary of WB Police Constable? ▼
Pay scale ₹22,700 to ₹58,500 (Pay Level 3) plus dearness allowance, HRA and other benefits.
What is the age limit for WB Police Constable (Male / Female / Lady) 2026? ▼
For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 30 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for WB Police Constable (Male / Female / Lady) 2026? ▼
Visit the authorised website for West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (https://prb.wb.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Monday, 25 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for WB Police Constable (Male / Female / Lady) 2026? ▼
The closing date was Monday, 25 May 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Monday, 24 August 2026.