Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has released Advertisement No. 04/2025 for the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A & B Recruitment Examination, 2025. The examination will be conducted for recruitment to the posts of Personal Assistant in the Schedule A English Stenographer and Schedule B English Stenographer cadres.
A total of 266 vacancies are available, comprising 146 vacancies under Schedule A and 120 vacancies under Schedule B. The examination consists of three papers: General English, Dictation & Transcription, and Computer Typing. The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in all three papers taken together.
The online application process begins on 18 October 2026 and closes on 7 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM. The examination is tentatively scheduled to be held in December 2026 or thereabout at various centres in Kolkata.
Official Notification PDF: WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Public Service Commission, West Bengal |
| Examination Name | English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A & B Recruitment Examination, 2025 |
| Post | Personal Assistant in Schedule A and Schedule B English Stenographer cadres |
| Total Vacancies | 266 |
| Schedule A Vacancies | 146 |
| Schedule B Vacancies | 120 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-9, Rs. 28,900 - Rs. 74,500 under W.B.S. (ROPA) Rules, 2019 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 18 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 7 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM |
| Edit Window | 10 November 2026 to 13 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM |
| Application Fee | Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges |
| Age Limit | 18 to 44 years as on 1 January 2026 |
| Selection Process | General English, Dictation & Transcription and Computer Typing |
| Exam Date | Tentatively December 2026 |
| Exam Centre | Kolkata |
WBPSC English Stenographer Vacancy 2026
The total number of vacancies is 266. Of these, 146 vacancies are for Schedule A and 120 vacancies are for Schedule B. The vacancy distribution includes reservations for UR, EWS, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC, ST, Meritorious Sportspersons and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities as specified by the Commission.
| Cadre | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Schedule A English Stenographer | 146 |
| Schedule B English Stenographer | 120 |
| Total | 266 |
Schedule A Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 72 |
| EWS | 15 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 10 |
| SC | 31 |
| ST | 9 |
| MSP | 3 |
| PwBD (UR) | 5 |
| PwBD (SC) | 1 |
| Total | 146 |
Schedule B Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 59 |
| EWS | 12 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 9 |
| SC | 26 |
| ST | 7 |
| MSP | 2 |
| PwBD (UR) | 4 |
| PwBD (SC) | 1 |
| Total | 120 |
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Qualification
For direct recruitment, candidates must fulfil the following educational and computer-related requirements:
- Passed the Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or its equivalent.
- Possess elementary knowledge of computer operation.
- Have the ability to type on a computer at a speed of 30 words per minute in English.
These are the qualifications prescribed by the Commission for direct recruitment.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The candidate must be not below 18 years and not more than 44 years as on 1 January 2026 . Candidates must have been born not earlier than 2 January 1981 and not later than 1 January 2007.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST candidates of West Bengal | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates of West Bengal | 3 years |
| PwBD | Upper age limit up to 45 years |
No age relaxation is applicable to SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates belonging to other States, who will be treated as general candidates for this purpose.
There is no age limit for permanent Schedule B Stenographers, permanent Typists, permanent Steno-Typists and permanent Clerk-cum-Typists who are already in service under the Government of West Bengal, subject to the conditions specified in the advertisement.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will receive the pay applicable to Pay Level-9 under the West Bengal Services (Revision of Pay and Allowance) Rules, 2019.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Assistant / English Stenographer, Basic Grade | Level-9 | Rs. 28,900 - Rs. 74,500 |
The pay scale is specified in the recruitment advertisement as Pay Level-9 under the W.B.S. (ROPA) Rules, 2019.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges and is payable through online mode.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Eligible candidates | Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges |
| SC/ST candidates of West Bengal | Nil |
| PwBD candidates with 40% or more physical disability | Nil |
| OBC candidates of West Bengal | Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges |
| SC/ST/OBC candidates of other States | Rs. 160 plus applicable service charges |
The Commission has clarified that no fee exemption is available to SC/ST/OBC candidates belonging to other States. The fee is also non-refundable and cannot be held in reserve for another examination.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The English Stenographer (Basic Grade) Recruitment Examination consists of three papers with a total of 600 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English | 100 |
| Paper II | Dictation & Transcription | 400 |
| Paper III | Computer Typing | 100 |
| Total | 600 |
Paper I, General English, will be conducted first in Kolkata. Based on performance in Paper I, a limited number of candidates will be permitted to appear in Paper II and Paper III. The final merit list will be prepared using the marks obtained in all three papers together.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Qualifying Marks
The Commission has fixed category-wise qualifying marks in aggregate. The aggregate consists of marks obtained in Paper I, Paper II and Paper III.
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| OBC | 38% |
| SC | 35% |
| ST | 30% |
| PwBD | 30% |
| MSP | 40% |
The Commission also has discretion to prescribe separate qualifying marks in the individual papers and may relax qualifying marks for reserved categories in West Bengal where applicable.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Merit List
The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of the total marks obtained in Paper I, Paper II and Paper III taken together.
In case of a tie, preference will be given in the following order:
- Higher marks in Dictation and Transcription Paper.
- Higher marks in Typing Paper.
- Higher marks in Accuracy in the Typing Paper.
- Higher marks in Speed.
- Candidate higher in age.
The tie-breaking principles are specified by the Commission on page 6 of the advertisement.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Bengali Language Requirement
Candidates must have the ability to read, write and speak Bengali. This requirement is not applicable to candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali.
Candidates whose mother tongue is neither Bengali nor Nepali will have their knowledge of Bengali tested during the Computer Typing test. Candidates showing poor performance in the Bengali language test may have their candidature cancelled.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Examination Date
The Commission has stated that the examination will be held at various centres in Kolkata tentatively in December 2026 or thereabout. The detailed examination schedule and other information will be communicated by the Commission through its official channels.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 04/2025 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 18 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 7 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 7 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM |
| Edit Window | 10 November 2026 to 13 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM |
| Examination | Tentatively December 2026 |
The edit window will allow applicants to modify certain fields in their applications. It can be accessed by logging into the individual account, and the edit option can be used only once during the specified period.
How to Apply for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the West Bengal Public Service Commission recruitment portal.
- Read Advertisement No. 04/2025 and the scheme and syllabus carefully.
- Check the prescribed educational qualification, age, typing requirement and Bengali language requirement.
- Complete the online registration and application form.
- Enter the personal and educational details correctly.
- Upload the required photograph and other documents wherever applicable.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the prescribed online payment mode.
- Submit the application before 7 November 2026 up to 3:30 PM.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
- If any correction is required, use the edit window from 10 November to 13 November 2026.
The Commission advises candidates to verify the details in the application carefully because the application becomes final after submission, subject to the limited edit facility provided during the specified edit window
Documents and Certificates for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026
Candidates claiming reservation or relaxation must possess the required certificates issued by the competent authorities of West Bengal on or before the closing date of application.
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are required to submit renewed or revalidated certificates regarding their Non-Creamy Layer status before the Computer Type Test and again at the time of appointment, as applicable.
PwBD candidates opting for a scribe and compensatory time must fulfil the prescribed certification requirements. Candidates with a qualifying physical limitation in writing may receive compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour.
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Only eligible Indian citizens and other nationals specifically declared eligible by the Government of India can apply, subject to the prescribed conditions.
- Only one application should be submitted by a candidate. Submission of more than one application is strictly prohibited and may lead to cancellation.
- Admission to the examination is provisional and subject to verification of eligibility.
- A valid admit card is mandatory for appearing in the examination.
- Mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices and other communication devices are not permitted inside the examination premises.
- Candidates must attend only the examination venue indicated on their admit card.
- False information relating to age, qualification or category may result in cancellation of candidature and penal action.
- Fulfilling the minimum qualification does not automatically guarantee admission to the examination or selection.
- Selected candidates will be required to undergo medical examination and antecedent verification before appointment.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
The Commission has stated that candidates selected for appointment must appear before a Medical Board for fitness certification and undergo verification of antecedents by the concerned Police Authorities.
