West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has released Advertisement No. 22/2024 for the recruitment of Sub-Surveyor posts under the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys, Department of Land & Land Reforms and Refugee Relief & Rehabilitation, Government of West Bengal. A total of 1145 vacancies have been announced for eligible candidates possessing Madhyamik qualification along with the prescribed Survey Engineering diploma or surveyor certificate and experience.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official WBPSC website, psc.wb.gov.in, from 20 October 2026 to 9 November 2026 (up to 3:00 PM). The selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Level 7, ranging from Rs. 24,700 to Rs. 63,900, as per WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019.
Candidates should carefully check the educational qualification, age limit, Bengali language requirement, application fee, examination pattern and other eligibility conditions before applying.
Official Notification: WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026
Apply Online: WBPSC Online Application Portal
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 22/2024 |
| Department | Department of Land & Land Reforms and Refugee Relief & Rehabilitation, West Bengal |
| Directorate | Directorate of Land Records & Surveys |
| Post Name | Sub-Surveyor |
| Total Vacancies | 1145 |
| Job Type | Permanent Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Educational Qualification | Madhyamik or equivalent with the prescribed Survey Engineering diploma or surveyor certificate and experience |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 years, as stated in the notification with the reference date 01.01.2024 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 24,700 – Rs. 63,900 |
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 110 plus applicable service charges; exemptions apply to specified categories |
| Application Start Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
| Application Edit Window | 11 November 2026 to 16 November 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be notified later |
| Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in |
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
| Application Edit Window Starts | 11 November 2026 |
| Application Edit Window Closes | 16 November 2026 |
| Written Examination | To be announced |
Candidates are advised to complete the application and fee payment well before the deadline. The edit window can be used only once during the notified period, and no changes will be accepted after it closes.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Vacancy 2026
The West Bengal Public Service Commission has announced 1145 vacancies for the permanent post of Sub-Surveyor under the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys. The vacancies are distributed among different categories according to the reservation provisions stated in the official advertisement.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Sub-Surveyor |
| Directorate | Directorate of Land Records & Surveys |
| Total Vacancies | 1145 |
| Recruitment Type | Permanent |
| Reservation Categories Mentioned | SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, PwBD, MSP and Ex-Servicemen, as applicable |
The category-wise vacancies are subject to the reservation provisions and departmental vacancy figures specified in Advertisement No. 22/2024. Candidates claiming reservation benefits should possess valid certificates issued by the competent authorities in West Bengal, wherever required.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Salary 2026
Selected candidates for the Sub-Surveyor post will receive salary under Pay Level 7, according to the West Bengal Services (Revision of Pay and Allowances) Rules, 2019.
| Salary Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Sub-Surveyor |
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Minimum Pay | Rs. 24,700 per month |
| Maximum Pay | Rs. 63,900 per month |
| Pay Rules | WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019 |
| Allowances | Allowances as admissible under applicable rules |
In addition to the prescribed pay, appointed candidates will be eligible for allowances as admissible under the applicable government rules.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, age limit, experience requirements and other conditions prescribed in the official notification before submitting their applications.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Madhyamik Examination or an equivalent examination and satisfy either of the following qualification routes.
Route 1: Diploma in Survey Engineering
- Passed Madhyamik Examination or equivalent.
- Possess a three-year Diploma in Survey Engineering from a recognised institute affiliated with AICTE or the West Bengal State Council of Technical Education.
Route 2: Surveyor Certificate and Experience
- Passed Madhyamik Examination or equivalent.
- Possess a two-year Surveyor certificate course from a recognised Industrial Training Institute (ITI).
- Have one year of experience in Survey and Settlement work using modern surveying techniques.
- Be conversant with Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) and/or Electronic Total Stations (ETS) technology for modern surveying methods.
- The experience must be from a government-empanelled organisation or an Indian Geographic Information System (GIS)/surveying company recognised under the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme of the Department of Land Resources, Government of India, with at least three years of experience in preparing large-scale mapping and land records.
All qualifications and certificates must be obtained from institutions recognised by the competent authority.
Bengali Language Requirement
The ability to read, write and speak Bengali is an essential requirement for the post. However, this requirement does not apply to candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali, unless specifically mentioned otherwise in the notification.
Candidates with poor performance in the Bengali knowledge test may have their candidature cancelled, as stated in the advertisement.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Age Limit
The notification specifies that candidates must be at least 21 years old and not more than 45 years old. It prints the age calculation reference date as 1 January 2024.
| Particulars | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 45 years |
| Reference Date Printed in Notification | 1 January 2024 |
Important: The advertisement is dated 14 October 2026 but prints 1 January 2024 as the age reference date. Candidates should check the official WBPSC notification and any subsequent clarification before relying on this date.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates of West Bengal | 5 years |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates of West Bengal | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates of West Bengal | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) with physical disability of 40% or above | Upper age limit up to 45 years |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation as prescribed under the notification, subject to the specified service and age conditions |
SC, ST and OBC candidates from other states will be treated as General candidates for the purpose of reservation and age relaxation, as stated in the advertisement. Candidates should consult the official notification for the detailed Ex-Servicemen eligibility conditions.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Application Fee 2026
The application fee prescribed in the notification is Rs. 110, plus applicable service charges. Payment must be made online.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Candidates | Rs. 110 plus applicable service charges |
| OBC Candidates | Rs. 110 plus applicable service charges |
| SC Candidates of West Bengal | No application fee |
| ST Candidates of West Bengal | No application fee |
| PwBD candidates with physical disabilities of 40% and above | No application fee |
OBC candidates must pay the prescribed fee. SC/ST candidates belonging to other states are not eligible for the fee exemption specified for SC/ST candidates of West Bengal.
The application fee is non-refundable. The Commission will not entertain requests for refunds or transfer of fees to another examination.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Exam Pattern 2026
The selection examination consists of two papers: Paper I and Paper II. Candidates should prepare for the language paper, English, Elementary Mathematics and Survey Engineering according to the prescribed syllabus.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Bengali/Nepali (Conventional Type) | 50 | 1 hour |
| Paper II | English | 50 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Paper II | Elementary Mathematics | 50 | |
| Paper II | Survey Engineering | 100 | |
| Paper II Total | All three subjects | 200 |
Paper I carries 50 marks, while Paper II carries 200 marks. Paper II consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions, with 200 questions carrying one mark each.
Qualifying Marks and Negative Marking
- The qualifying marks for Paper I are fixed at 30% of the marks allotted to that paper.
- The Commission may determine the qualifying marks for Paper II.
- Only candidates who secure at least 30% in Paper I will have their Paper II marks considered.
- The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in Paper II only.
- A negative mark of 0.25 will be deducted for each incorrect answer to an objective-type question in Paper II.
- In case of equal marks in Paper II, preference will be given to the older candidate, based on date of birth.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Syllabus 2026
The examination syllabus covers Bengali/Nepali, English, Elementary Mathematics and Survey Engineering. Candidates should prepare according to the standards mentioned in the official advertisement.
| Subject | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Bengali/Nepali | Letter writing, report drafting and grammar, based on the Madhyamik or equivalent examination standard |
| English | Vocabulary, grammar, composition, synonyms, antonyms and sentence structure correction |
| Elementary Mathematics | Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and mensuration, based on the Madhyamik or equivalent examination standard |
| Survey Engineering | Topics based on the standard of a Diploma examination |
Candidates should refer to the official WBPSC advertisement for the complete syllabus and any subsequent examination-related instructions.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Selection Process 2026
The selection process is based on the examination scheme and eligibility conditions specified by the West Bengal Public Service Commission.
- Online Application: Candidates must submit the application form and pay the applicable fee within the prescribed deadline.
- Paper I: Candidates must appear for the Bengali/Nepali conventional-type paper and meet the qualifying requirement.
- Paper II: Eligible candidates must take the paper covering English, Elementary Mathematics and Survey Engineering.
- Merit List: The final merit list will be prepared based on Paper II marks, subject to the qualifying conditions and other applicable rules.
- Document Verification and Eligibility Checks: Candidates may be required to produce educational, age, category and other relevant documents as directed by the Commission.
- Appointment: Appointment will be subject to fulfilment of all eligibility requirements and the applicable recruitment rules.
The exact examination schedule and further instructions will be published on the official WBPSC website.
How to Apply for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official West Bengal Public Service Commission website.
- Visit the official WBPSC website at psc.wb.gov.in.
- Locate the Sub-Surveyor recruitment advertisement, Advertisement No. 22/2024.
- Read the official notification carefully and confirm that you satisfy the educational qualification, age and other eligibility requirements.
- Register or log in to the online application portal as required.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational and other required information.
- Enter the details of the prescribed photo identification document.
- Upload the required information and documents in accordance with the portal instructions.
- Review the application form carefully before final submission.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online, if applicable.
- Submit the application before 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM.
- Save or print a copy of the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
Only one application should be submitted for the post. The Commission states that submitting more than one application can result in cancellation of candidature. Once submitted, the application will be treated as final, subject to the specified edit window.
Documents Required for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready for application and subsequent verification, as applicable.
- Madhyamik or equivalent certificate as proof of age.
- Madhyamik or equivalent marksheet and certificate.
- Three-year Diploma in Survey Engineering certificate, or the prescribed Surveyor certificate and experience documents under the alternative eligibility route.
- Relevant survey experience certificates, where applicable.
- Valid photo identification document.
- SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS certificate, if claiming the relevant benefit.
- PwBD certificate, where applicable.
- Ex-Servicemen certificate, where applicable.
- Meritorious Sportsperson certificate, where applicable.
- Other certificates or documents required by the Commission.
The notification lists acceptable photo identification documents such as a photograph-bearing Madhyamik or equivalent certificate, passport, PAN card, EPIC/Voter ID, driving licence, Aadhaar card or another identification document issued by the State or Central Government.
Important Instructions for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026
- Read the complete official notification before applying.
- Submit the application online only through the official Commission website.
- Submit only one application for the post.
- Ensure that all essential educational qualifications are fulfilled within the prescribed period.
- Check the age requirement carefully, including the reference date printed in the notification.
- Ensure that all information entered in the application form is accurate.
- Keep valid certificates ready to support educational qualifications, age and reservation claims.
- Eligible reservation-category candidates must follow the certificate requirements specified in the notification.
- Reservation benefits generally apply according to the West Bengal rules and the conditions stated in the advertisement.
- Pay the applicable application fee within the prescribed deadline.
- Use the edit window from 11 November 2026 to 16 November 2026 if a permitted correction is required. The option can be used only once.
- Preserve a copy of the submitted application and relevant payment details.
- Bring a valid photo ID in original to the examination venue, as instructed.
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches and other communication devices are prohibited inside examination premises.
- Canvassing, misconduct or violation of examination instructions may result in disqualification or other action.
- False information or invalid eligibility claims can lead to cancellation of candidature, including after a recommendation for appointment.
- Check the official WBPSC website regularly for examination dates, admit cards and further recruitment notices.
