WBPSC Miscellaneous Syllabus 2026: The West Bengal Public Service Commission has released the Miscellaneous Services syllabus along with the official notification. Candidates can check the complete syllabus, exam pattern, and topic-wise details on the official website psc.wb.gov.in. The WBPSC Miscellaneous examination is scheduled as per the latest notification.
Quick Overview: WBPSC Miscellaneous Syllabus 2026
| Organization | WBPSC (West Bengal Public Service Commission) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Miscellaneous Services (e.g., Block Welfare Officer, Revenue Inspector, etc.) |
| Exam Name | WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Syllabus Status | Released (along with Notification) |
| Exam Mode | Prelims: Online/OMR (Objective); Mains: Offline (Conventional/Descriptive) |
| Total Subjects | Multiple (GS + Arithmetic + Language Papers) |
| Total Questions | Prelims: 100 |
| Total Marks | Prelims: 200; Mains: 450; Interview: 100 |
| Exam Duration | Prelims: 90 Minutes (1.5 Hours) |
| Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | April 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 20 May 2026 |
WBPSC Miscellaneous Exam Pattern 2026
Prelims Exam Pattern (Objective Type – Screening)
| Subject/Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 75 | 150 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Arithmetic | 25 | 50 | - |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 90 Minutes |
Note: Each correct answer carries 2 marks. Negative marking of 0.5 marks per wrong answer. Prelims is qualifying in nature.
Mains Exam Pattern (Conventional/Descriptive)
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I: English | 150 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Paper II: Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali | 150 | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Paper III: General Studies & Arithmetic | 150 | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Total | 450 | - |
Personality Test/Interview: 100 Marks. Final merit based on Mains + Interview.
Marking Scheme
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +2 marks (Prelims) |
| Wrong Answer | -0.5 marks (Prelims) |
| Unattempted Question | 0 |
| Question Type | Objective (Prelims), Descriptive (Mains) |
| Total Marks | Prelims 200 + Mains 450 + Interview 100 |
WBPSC Miscellaneous Syllabus 2026 – Subject-Wise Topics
1. General Studies (Prelims & Mains Paper III)
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- History of India with special reference to West Bengal
- Geography of India & West Bengal (Physical, Social, Economic)
- Indian Polity & Governance, Constitution, Panchayati Raj
- Economic & Social Development, Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology up to Class 10)
- Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity & Climate Change
- Static GK with focus on West Bengal
2. Arithmetic (Prelims & Mains Paper III) – Madhyamik Level
- Number System, Simplification, LCM & HCF
- Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Average
- Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest
- Time & Work, Time & Distance, Boat & Stream
- Mensuration, Data Interpretation
- Mixture & Alligation
3. English (Mains Paper I) – Higher Secondary Level
- Drafting of a report from given points/materials
- Translation from Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali to English
- Precis/Summary writing (Condensing a prose passage)
- Correct use of words, sentence correction, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, grammar
4. Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali (Mains Paper II) – Higher Secondary Level
- Drafting of a report from given points
- Translation from English to the chosen language
- Precis/Summary writing
- Grammar and usage
How to Download WBPSC Miscellaneous Syllabus 2026?
- Visit the official website: psc.wb.gov.in
- Navigate to Notifications / Syllabus section
- Click on Miscellaneous Services 2026 Syllabus link
- Download the syllabus PDF
- Save it for preparation and future reference
Alternative Method: Check the syllabus in the official notification PDF under "Scheme & Syllabus" section.
Preparation Strategy for WBPSC Miscellaneous 2026
Step 1: Understand the Syllabus
- Read the complete syllabus thoroughly
- Identify important topics with higher weightage (especially West Bengal-specific GK)
- Understand the exam pattern and marking scheme
Step 2: Make a Study Plan
- Divide syllabus topic-wise and subject-wise
- Allocate time based on your strengths and weaknesses
- Set daily, weekly, and monthly targets
Step 3: Collect Study Material
- Refer to NCERT books (Class 6-10) for basics
- Use standard reference books for GK, Arithmetic & Languages
- Download previous year question papers
- Join test series for regular practice
Step 4: Practice & Revision
- Solve previous year papers regularly
- Take mock tests and analyze performance
- Make short notes for quick revision
- Revise important formulas, facts, and current affairs daily
