WBCS Exam 2023: The West Bengal Public Service Commission has postponed the upcoming West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Preliminary Examination 2023. The exam was initially scheduled to be held in Jun 2023. However, later it was revised to be held on Nov 5, 2023. The commission has again postponed the exam date till further notice. The examination was scheduled to be held in various centres in Kolkata and in certain other districts in West Bengal. The new dates shall be announced soon.
Candidates are advised to visit the sarkari exam page for more information on WBCS notification 2023, available positions, and important dates. Sign up for a free job alert to stay informed about new government jobs.
| WBCS Official Notification 2023 | Download |
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Latest Updates:
- Oct 5, 2023: The WBPSC WBCS prelims exam 2023 to be held on Nov 5, 2023 has been postponed till further notice.
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About WBCS
West Bengal Civil Service is the full form of WBCS. The West Bengal Public Service Commission administers the WBCS examination to fill Group A, B, C, and D positions in the state. WBCS is a prestigious examination. It is held to recruit officials for the West Bengal state government. It is the most desirable job for residents of the state.
WBCS 2023 Notification
An overview of the WBCS Exam 2023 is provided below. The vacancy for the same was released on Feb 26, 2023.
| WBCS Recruitment Notification | |
|---|---|
| Organization | WBCS |
| Category | State Government jobs |
| Full-Form | West Bengal Civil Service |
| Post Name | WBCS (Group A, B, C) |
| Application Starting Date | Feb 28, 2023 |
| Last Date to Apply | Mar 21, 2023 |
| Application Correction Window | May 5-14, 2023 (Extended) |
| Job Location | West Bengal |
| Official Website | wbpsc.gov.in |
WBCS 2023 Careers
Each year, the WBCS recruits a varied number of candidates. Candidates interested in learning more about available positions, minimum qualifications, and the application process should read this page thoroughly. The latest WBPSC WBCS notification 2023 was released on Feb 26, 2023 for various Group A, B, and C posts.
WBCS 2023 Vacancy
The WBCS notification 2023 was released on Feb 26, 2023 for various Group A, B, and C posts. The number of seats, however, has not been notified. Candidates who are interested in the WBCS vacancy 2023 are advised to follow the application dates and apply within the last date, i.e., Mar 21, 2023.
WBCS Exam 2023: Important Dates
The WBCS exam 2023 important dates are provided below for the candidate’s reference.
| Event Name | Event Date |
| Notification Release Date | Feb 26, 2023 |
| Application Starting Date | Feb 28, 2023 |
| Last Date to Apply | Mar 21, 2023 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | Mar 22, 2023 |
| Application Correction Window Starts | May 5, 2023 |
| Application Correction Window Ends | May 14, 2023 |
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WBCS 2023 Salary
The salary structure for all group A, B, and C posts under the WBCS exam 2023 is different. Candidates can find the pay scale along with the basic salary in the sections below. Additionally, the candidates will also be provided with allowances and perks.
| Group Name | Salary Band |
| Group A | Rs.56,100/- to Rs.1,44,300/- |
| Group B | |
| Group C | Rs.42,600/- to Rs.1,09,800/- |
| Group D | Rs.32,100/- to Rs.82,900/- |
WBCS Exam 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Consider the WBCS Exam eligibility requirements listed below to apply successfully for the latest vacancy. Candidates interested in careers with the West Bengal Government should continue reading this post.
Educational Qualification
As stated in the WBCS 2023 notice, a candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Additionally, the applicant must be able to read, write and speak in Bengali (except for those aspirants whose mother tongue is Nepali).
Age Limit
WBPSC has announced the age limit for all Group Services examinations in 2023. The WBPSC WBCS exam 2023 age limit is detailed below.
| Services and Posts | Age Limit |
| For services and posts included in Group ‘A’ & ’C’ | 21 – 36 year |
| West Bengal Police Service only (i.e. Group ‘B’ Service) | 20 – 36 years |
| For service and posts included in Group ‘D’ | 21-39 years |
WBCS Exam 2023 Selection Process
The selection of the candidates for the WBCS exam 2023 shall be done on the following basis:
- Prelims
- Mains
- Interview
WBCS Exam Dates 2023
The expected WBCS exam dates 2023 is provided in the table below for the candidate’s reference. However. candidates must note this that the exam dates provided below are tentative and will be confirmed only after the official notification regarding the same is released. Though candidates are advised to refer to the following dates to start their preparation accordingly.
| Exam Name | Expected Exam Date |
| WBCS Prelims Exam Date | May 2023 |
| WBCS Prelims Result Date | Jun 2023 |
| WBCS Mains Exam Date | Aug 2023 |
| WBCS Mains Result Date | Sep 2023 |
| WBCS Interview Date | Nov 2023 |
| WBCS Final Merit | Jan 2024 |
Also Read: WBPSC WBCS Syllabus 2023
WBCS 2023 Application Procedure
Candidates can access the application form for the latest WBCS exam 2023 on the official website. The application fee and application procedure are listed below for reference.
Application Fee
The application fee required to be paid for the WBCS exam 2023 is provided below. Candidates are advised to follow the given payment gateway to apply successfully for the WBCS vacancy 2023.
| Application Fee Details | |
| GEN/OBC/EWS | Rs.210/- + Service charge/GST |
| Others | No fees |
Steps to Apply
Candidates can follow these steps to apply for the WBCS exam 2023:
Step 1: Visit the official website wbpsc.gov.in
Step 2: Register yourself by clicking on “One time registration”.
Step 3: Fill in your details.
Step 4: Now log in using your credentials by clicking “Login if Already Registered.”
Step 5: Now, carefully enter all of the required information as specified in the WBCS Application Form.
Step 6: Pay the application fee through the proper channels.
Step 8: Before submitting the form, recheck all the details and submit the application form.
Step 9: Download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
WBCS Exam 2023 FAQs
The selection of the candidates will be done via a prelims exam followed by mains and interview.
There shall be 200 questions of 1 mark each in the prelims exam.
No application fee is to be paid by the reserved candidates.
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