Last updated: 5 June 2026

WBSSC Recruitment Source: Official / WBSSC WestBengal

Group C Staff 2026

West Bengal Staff Selection Commission

Group C Staff 2026: 6,481 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 18-40 years. Qualification: 12th Pass / Graduation (post-wise).

Total Vacancies

6,481

Department

West Bengal Staff Selection Commission

Age Limit

18-40 years

Qualification

12th Pass / Graduation (post-wise)

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Official Note

WBSSC Group C 2026 — Clerk, LDA, Steno and ministerial posts across WB government departments.

Important Dates

Application Start
20 February 2026
Last Date to Apply
30 April 2026
Exam Date
20 July 2026
Age Cut-off Date
1 January 2027

Selection Process

  1. Written Exam — 150 marks (MCQ-based)
  2. Personality Test / Interview (for selected posts)
  3. Document Verification
  4. Merit-based appointment

Previous Year Indicative Cut Off

Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.

Category Cutoff Marks Out of %
General / EWS 115 150 76.7%
OBC (NCL) 108 150 72.0%
SC 98 150 65.3%

Exam Centres

Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.

KolkataHowrahSiliguriAsansolBurdwanKrishnanagarMidnapore

Syllabus Highlights

  • English — grammar, vocabulary, comprehension (30 marks)
  • Bengali / Hindi — grammar, translation, composition (30 marks)
  • Arithmetic / Numerical Ability — tables, percentages, basic maths (30 marks)
  • General Knowledge — current affairs, WB history, science (60 marks)

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: 12th Pass / Graduation (post-wise)

Category Max Age Relaxation
General / EWS 40 years No relaxation
OBC (NCL) 43 years +3 years
SC / ST 45 years +5 years
PwD 50 years +10 years
Ex-Servicemen As per notification 3 yrs after discharge

Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.

Salary & Perks

₹22,700 – ₹74,500

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Apply Kaise Karein

  1. Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
  2. Complete registration on the authorised portal for West Bengal Staff Selection Commission.
  3. Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
  4. Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
  5. After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.

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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)

What is the age limit for Group C Staff 2026? v

For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 40 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 Group C Staff 2026? v

Visit the authorised website for West Bengal Staff Selection Commission (https://wbssc.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 Thursday, 30 April 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 Group C Staff 2026? v

The closing date was Thursday, 30 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Monday, 20 July 2026.

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