WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: LDA, LDC Eligibility, Fee and Exam Dates
Good news for Madhyamik pass candidates looking for government jobs in West Bengal. The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has released Advertisement No. 12/2024 for the Clerkship Examination, 2024, dated 6 October 2026. Through this exam, the Commission will fill Lower Division Assistant (LDA) and Lower Division Clerk (LDC) posts, and similar posts, in State Government offices. The pay is Level 6, ₹22,700 – ₹58,500 plus allowances. The number of vacancies has not been announced yet.
Online applications run from 6 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 (up to 3:30 PM). If you passed Madhyamik and can type on a computer, this exam is for you. Below, we explain eligibility, age limit, fee, the exam stages and the rules that can cancel your form. Read every section once with patience, because one small mistake can cost you this chance. We at GovtJobsAlert.in have checked every detail against the official advertisement.
WBPSC Clerkship 2026 Key Highlights
WBPSC is the State commission that recruits staff for the Government of West Bengal. This advertisement covers one combined exam for clerical posts in the Secretariat, Directorates, District offices and regional offices, including Kolkata.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) |
| Examination | Clerkship Examination, 2024 |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2024, dated 06.10.2026 |
| Posts | Lower Division Assistant (LDA), Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and similar posts |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced later |
| Pay Scale | Level 6, ₹22,700 – ₹58,500 + DA, MA, HRA (ROPA, 2019) |
| Minimum Qualification | Madhyamik pass + computer typing |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2026 (3:30 PM) |
| Part-I Exam | Tentatively December 2026 or thereabout |
How Many Vacancies are in WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Assistant (LDA) | To be announced later |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | To be announced later |
| Similar posts in Secretariat, Directorates, District and regional offices | To be announced later |
The advertisement says the number of vacancies will be announced later, and all appointments will first be made on a temporary basis. Please do not wait for the vacancy count before applying. The count will come later, but the application window closes on 26 October. Reservation of vacancies will be made as reported by the State Government. Reservation is available to:
| Category | Who Gets It |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC (non-creamy layer) | Candidates of West Bengal only; other States’ SC/ST/OBC are treated as General |
| EWS | Candidates of West Bengal only; other States’ EWS are treated as General |
| PwBD | Disability of 40% and above |
| Ex-Servicemen | Eligible, with a certificate from Army/Air Force/Naval Headquarters |
| Meritorious Sportspersons | Only in the 20 sports listed in the advertisement; areas of competition other than those listed shall not be considered for granting MSP status |
What is the Eligibility for WBPSC Clerkship 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Education | Passed Madhyamik examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or its equivalent |
| Computer and typing | Elementary knowledge of computer operation, with typing on computer at 20 words per minute in English or 10 words per minute in Bengali |
| Typing option | You must choose English or Bengali typing at the time of applying |
This is a strong option if you are looking for 10th pass government jobs. You must also be able to read, write and speak Bengali. This is not required if your mother tongue is Nepali. If your mother tongue is neither Bengali nor Nepali, your Bengali will be tested along with the computer test. Candidature of those with average or poor performance in that Bengali test is liable to be cancelled.
Nationality: you must be a citizen of India (natural or by registration), or another national declared eligible by the Government of India. In the second case, an offer of appointment comes only after the eligibility certificate is issued.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Rule |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 18 to 45 years as on 01.01.2024 (born between 2 January 1979 and 1 January 2006) |
| SC / ST of West Bengal | Upper age limit relaxed by 5 years |
| OBC (non-creamy layer) of West Bengal | Upper age limit relaxed by 3 years |
| PwBD | Upper age limit “relaxable upto 45 years” (as printed in the advertisement) |
| Ex-Servicemen (6+ months continuous service) | Deduct service period from actual age; eligible if the result does not exceed the maximum by more than 3 years |
| SC / ST / OBC of other States | No relaxation (treated as General) |
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Two points matter here. Only the age recorded in your Madhyamik or equivalent certificate is accepted. And the age limits apply to everyone, whether in Government service or not. Please note that the cut-off date printed in this advertisement is 01.01.2024, so calculate your age on that date.
What is the Salary of WBPSC LDA and LDC in 2026?
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹22,700 – ₹58,500 |
| Allowances | DA, MA and HRA as admissible under ROPA, 2019 |
The advertisement gives the pay scale only. It does not state a monthly in-hand figure, so we have not added one. Your actual pay will depend on the allowances admissible as per ROPA, 2019.
What is the Selection Process for WBPSC Clerkship 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part-I | Objective type (MCQ) exam. Only a limited number of candidates who get qualifying marks move to Part-II |
| Part-II | Conventional type (written) exam, on a later date notified by the Commission |
| Computer and typing test | Held only after you qualify in Part-I and Part-II. A Bengali test is held at the same time for candidates whose mother tongue is not Bengali or Nepali |
| Document verification | Category certificates are checked |
| Before appointment | Medical Board examination and police verification of antecedents |
| Rule | What the advertisement says |
|---|---|
| Negative marking | 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong MCQ answer |
| Disclosing identity | 10% of the paper’s full marks deducted if you write your name, roll number or any identifying mark in a Part-II answer script |
| PwBD compensatory time | 20 minutes per hour, with a valid Appendix-I certificate |
| Final merit | Total marks of Part-I and Part-II, provided you qualify in the computer and typing test |
| Absent in Part-II | Not considered for the final merit list |
The minimum aggregate marks of Part-I and Part-II taken together are fixed by category:
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| OBC | 38% |
| SC | 35% |
| ST | 30% |
| PwBD | 30% |
| Ex-Servicemen | 30% |
| Meritorious Sports Person | 40% |
The Commission may fix qualifying marks in Part-I and each group of Part-II, and may relax them for reserved categories of West Bengal if many reserved posts remain unfilled. If marks tie, preference goes first to higher aggregate in English and the Bengali paper (or Hindi, Urdu, Nepali or Santali taken in its place), then to higher English marks, then to the older candidate.
The papers, marks and syllabus are not printed in this advertisement. WBPSC publishes the detailed Scheme and Syllabus separately on its website, and the advertisement asks you to read it carefully. Keep an eye on our syllabus updates as well. If you take Hindi, Urdu, Nepali or Santali instead of Bengali in Group B of Part-II, you must pass a departmental Bengali exam during probation before confirmation.
Rules That Can Cancel Your WBPSC Clerkship Candidature
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| More than one application | Strictly forbidden; such applications are liable to cancellation |
| Category certificate | Must be from a competent authority of West Bengal, issued on or before the closing date; if you cannot produce it at document verification, your candidature will be summarily rejected |
| Certificate upload | Every reserved-category claimant (EWS, SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, MSP, Ex-Servicemen) must upload the certificate as a PDF of up to 100 KB, failing which the application will not be accepted |
| Late category claims | No claim for any category, or for a scribe, is accepted after submission |
| OBC and EWS | Renewed certificates must be submitted before the computer and typing test |
| Found ineligible | Candidature cancelled at any stage, even after the appointment letter |
| Admit card and venue | No exam without a valid admit card; you will not be admitted at any venue other than the one on it |
| Mobile phones and gadgets | Not allowed; breaking this can bring a ban from this and future exams |
| Breaking exam instructions | Expulsion, cancellation of candidature and debarment from future exams |
| Canvassing | Any attempt to enlist support for your application through persons, Government officials or agencies will disqualify you for appointment |
| Medical and police checks | Candidature cancelled if declared unfit by the Medical Board or on an adverse police report |
| False information | Age, qualification or category falsely stated means penal action and cancellation |
| Model answer objections | Not entertained after the time limit |
How to Apply Online for WBPSC Clerkship 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official WBPSC application portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Register with a valid mobile number and email, or sign in if already registered |
| 3 | Fill the form: choose your typing option, enter one Photo ID with its number, and fill your posting preferences (mandatory) |
| 4 | Pay the fee online by 26 October 2026 (3:30 PM), if applicable |
| 5 | Submit, then download and keep the confirmation page |
| 6 | If you claim any category, upload its certificate (PDF, up to 100 KB) during the Edit Window only, 28 October to 1 November 2026 |
Posting options are filled in order of preference among the Secretariat Departments, Directorates, and Regional or District offices of one particular District or Kolkata. Vacancies are filled from the merit list according to your merit and the option you choose, subject to availability. The Photo ID can be your Madhyamik certificate with photo, Passport, PAN, EPIC, Driving Licence or another Government ID. Bring the same ID in original to the exam.
After submission, you can correct some fields only once through the Edit Window, by logging in to your account. Required documents are uploaded during the Edit Window only. No change is entertained after that period.
Our advice: do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near a deadline, and the fee must also be paid by 3:30 PM on 26 October, not midnight. After submitting, take a printout of your form and check every detail calmly, so that any mistake can be fixed in the Edit Window.
What are the Important Dates for WBPSC Clerkship 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 6 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 6 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 26 October 2026 (up to 3:30 PM) |
| Last date for online fee payment | 26 October 2026 (up to 3:30 PM) |
| Edit Window | 28 October 2026 to 1 November 2026 |
| Part-I exam | Tentatively December 2026 or thereabout |
| Part-II exam | To be notified by the Commission |
Part-I will be held at centres in Kolkata and certain districts. The Commission may allot an adjacent centre if your chosen one is full.
| Centre Codes | Centres |
|---|---|
| 11 – 18 | Kolkata, Baruipur, Diamond Harbour, Barrackpore, Barasat, Howrah, Chinsurah, Burdwan |
| 19 – 26 | Durgapur, Medinipur, Tamluk, Bankura, Purulia, Jhargram, Suri, Krishnanagar |
| 27 – 34 | Berhampore, Malda, Balurghat, Raigunj, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, Coochbehar, Siliguri |
| 35 | Kalimpong (candidates of Kalimpong district) |
| 36 | Darjeeling (ST candidates of Darjeeling district and candidates of Darjeeling Sadar, Mirik and Kurseong sub-divisions only) |
What is the Application Fee for WBPSC Clerkship 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹110 + service charges, where applicable |
| SC / ST of West Bengal | Exempted |
| PwBD (40% and above) | Exempted |
| SC / ST of other States | ₹110 (no exemption) |
Pay the fee online only. The fee is not refundable and will not be held in reserve for any other exam.
WBPSC Clerkship 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026 – LDA & LDC Posts
- Visit WBPSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for West Bengal Govt Jobs
If you are a Madhyamik pass candidate who can type on a computer, do not let this chance slip away. Keep your Photo ID and category certificate ready, and apply before 26 October 2026 (3:30 PM). Start your preparation early, because Part-I is expected around December. For more West Bengal government job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.