WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Answer Key 2026 Out (Prelims): Raise Objection by 08 October 2026 — Latest Update
The Public Service Commission, West Bengal has published the answer keys to the MCQ paper of the Miscellaneous Services Recruitment Examination (Preliminary), 2024 (Advt. No. 13/2024) through Notice No. 1180-PSC/CON(Q) dated 05 October 2026. The Preliminary Examination was held on 04 October 2026, and the keys cover all 100 questions for Test Booklet Series A, B, C and D. If you find a discrepancy, report the Test Booklet Series and the question serial number(s) online at wbpsc.gov.in between 06 October 2026 and 08 October 2026 — any incongruity reported after that date will not be considered. The notice does not mention any objection fee, and the advertisement says vacancies will be announced later.
Download WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Prelims Answer Key 2026 PDF | Raise Objection Online at wbpsc.gov.in
What are the Important Dates for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Answer Key 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination (MSRE-P 2024) | 04 October 2026 |
| Answer Key Notice No. 1180-PSC/CON(Q) | 05 October 2026 |
| Objection Window (online) | 06 October 2026 to 08 October 2026 |
| Objection Fee | Not mentioned in the notice |
| Number of Vacancies | To be announced later by WBPSC |
How to Raise Objection Against WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Answer Key 2026?
The notice asks candidates to check the keys carefully and report only real discrepancies. Follow these steps:
- Download the answer key PDF and keep your question booklet ready.
- Compare the key for your Test Booklet Series (A, B, C or D) with the question paper, question by question.
- Note the Test Booklet Series and the serial number(s) of the question(s) where you found a discrepancy.
- Open the link at wbpsc.gov.in and fill in these details between 06 October 2026 and 08 October 2026.
Note: Any incongruity reported after 08 October 2026 will not be considered, so do not leave it for the last hour.
What Happens After the WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Answer Key 2026 (Prelims)?
As per the advertisement, the Preliminary Examination is a screening test only. Its marks are used to shortlist candidates for the Final Examination (conventional written papers) and are not counted in the final merit, which is based on the Final Examination and the Personality Test. Remember that the Prelims carried negative marking for each wrong MCQ answer, so factor that in when you calculate your expected score from the key. WBPSC will announce the Prelims result and the Final Examination schedule separately on its website.
WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment 2024: Graduate-Level Examination for Multiple Posts in West Bengal
Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has issued the detailed advertisement (No. 13/2024) for the Miscellaneous Services Recruitment Examination 2024. This combined examination fills multiple different graduate-level posts under the West Bengal State Government — including Assistant Child Development Project Officer, Block Welfare Officer, Disaster Management Officer, Inspector of Agricultural Income Tax, Auditor of Co-operative Societies, Revenue Inspector and many more. Pay scales range from Rs. 28,900 – Rs. 82,900 per month under ROPA 2019 (Pay Levels 9 and 10).
Online applications were accepted from 30 April 2026 to 20 May 2026 (3 PM) and that window has now closed. The Preliminary Examination was held on 04 October 2026 and its answer key is out. Selection is through a 3-stage process — Preliminary Examination, Final Written Examination and Personality Test. We at GovtJobsAlert.in have prepared this complete guide covering all the posts, eligibility, fee, exam stages and official links. If you are looking for West Bengal government jobs, read every section carefully.
What are the Key Highlights of WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment 2024?
WBPSC conducts the Miscellaneous Services Examination for entry-level graduate cadre across multiple State departments.
- Recruiting Body: Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC)
- Advertisement No.: 13/2024
- Total Posts: Multiple Posts
- Vacancies: To be announced later by the Commission
- Pay Scale: Rs. 28,900 – Rs. 82,900 (ROPA 2019)
- Job Location: Across West Bengal State
- Application Mode: Online only
- Last Date to Apply: 20 May 2026 (3 PM) (closed)
What is the Vacancy Breakdown for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment 2024?
The advertisement covers multiple posts in two pay levels. The Commission has stated that the number of vacancies will be announced later and further posts may be added.
| Post Name | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Asst. Child Development Project Officer | Level 10 (Rs. 32,100 – 82,900) |
| Disaster Management Officer / BDMO | Level 10 |
| Block / Municipal / Borough Youth Officer | Level 10 |
| Block Welfare Officer / Welfare Officer | Level 10 |
| Inspector, Backward Classes Welfare | Level 10 |
| Asst. Agricultural Marketing Officer | Level 10 |
| Asst. Programme Officer | Level 10 |
| Controller of Correctional Services | Level 10 |
| Inspector of Agricultural Income Tax | Level 10 |
| Consumer Welfare Officer | Level 10 |
| Savings Development Officer | Level 10 |
| WB Subordinate Labour Service | Level 9 (Rs. 28,900 – 74,500) |
| Auditor of Co-operative Societies | Level 9 |
| Asst. Auditor, Board of Revenue | Level 9 |
| Extension Officer, Mass Education | Level 9 |
| Lady Extension Officer (Women only) | Level 9 |
| Asst. Controller of Correctional Services | Level 9 |
| Investigating Inspector | Level 9 |
| Revenue Inspector | Level 9 |
The post of Lady Extension Officer (Mass Education) is open only to female candidates as per the recruitment rules.
What is the Eligibility for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment 2024?
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent in any discipline. Additionally:
- Bengali language: Ability to read, write and speak in Bengali. This requirement is waived if your mother tongue is Nepali. For other-language candidates, knowledge of Bengali will be tested at the Personality Test stage.
- Nationality: Indian citizen (natural or by registration), or other eligible nationals as declared by Government of India.
If you are a graduate looking for state government jobs, this is a great opportunity to enter the West Bengal civil cadre.
Age Limit
- Age range: 20 to 39 years as on 01 January 2024 (born between 02.01.1985 and 01.01.2004)
- Age proof: Only the date recorded in the Madhyamik or equivalent certificate is accepted
Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST of West Bengal: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) of West Bengal: 3 years
- PwBD: Up to 45 years
- SC / ST / OBC of other states: No relaxation (treated as General)
What is the Salary for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services 2024?
Selected candidates are paid as per ROPA 2019 of the West Bengal State Government with the following pay structure:
- Pay Level 10 (Posts 1-11): Rs. 32,100 – Rs. 82,900 per month
- Pay Level 9 (Posts 12-19): Rs. 28,900 – Rs. 74,500 per month
Besides pay, the posts carry allowances as admissible. Initial appointments are made on a temporary basis as per Commission rules.
What is the Selection Process for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services 2024?
WBPSC follows a three-stage selection process. Only the marks of Final Examination and Personality Test count for the final merit list.
- Preliminary Examination — Objective Type MCQ. With negative marking for each wrong answer. Screening test only — marks not counted in final merit list.
- Final Examination (Written) — Conventional/descriptive type. Held at Kolkata. Answers can be in English or Bengali (except language paper). The same language must be used throughout one paper.
- Personality Test — Held at the WBPSC office in Kolkata. For non-Bengali/Nepali mother-tongue candidates, knowledge of Bengali is tested. Average or poor performance risks cancellation.
- Document Verification & Medical Examination — selected candidates appear before a Medical Board for fitness certification. Antecedent verification by Police authorities.
Qualifying marks (aggregate): UR/EWS — 40%, OBC (A&B) — 38%, SC — 35%, ST/PwBD — 30%.
The detailed exam syllabus is published as a separate Scheme & Syllabus document on the WBPSC website.
How to Apply Online for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services 2024?
WBPSC accepted applications online only, and the application window closed on 20 May 2026. Submission of more than one application was strictly forbidden and risks cancellation. The steps below are kept for reference.
- Visit the official WBPSC website at psc.wb.gov.in
- Click on the Miscellaneous Services Examination 2024 application link
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then login
- Fill in personal, educational, communication and category details correctly
- Upload scanned photograph, signature and required documents (caste certificate, EWS certificate, photo ID etc.)
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before 20 May 2026 (3 PM)
- Use the edit window from 22 May to 28 May 2026 if any correction is needed (only one correction allowed)
What are the Important Dates for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment 2024?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Advertisement Issue Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 30 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply / Pay Fee | 20 May 2026 (3 PM) |
| Edit Window | 22 May to 28 May 2026 (3 PM) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2024 |
The one-time edit window (22-28 May 2026) has also closed, so no further corrections to the application form are possible.
What is the Application Fee for WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment 2024?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Rs. 160 + service charges |
| SC / ST of West Bengal | Exempted |
| PwBD (40% & above) | Exempted |
| SC / ST of Other States | Rs. 160 + service charges |
Payment must be made online only. The fee is non-refundable and cannot be reserved for any future examination.
Essential Links — WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Recruitment 2024
- Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 13/2024)
- Download WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Prelims Answer Key 2026 PDF (Notice No. 1180-PSC/CON(Q))
- Raise Answer Key Objection Online (06 to 08 October 2026)
- Visit WBPSC Miscellaneous Services Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for West Bengal Govt Jobs
WBPSC Miscellaneous Services 2024 is a graduate-level entry route into the West Bengal civil cadre. The Preliminary Examination is over — check your responses against the answer key, raise any objection by 08 October 2026, and keep preparing for the Final Examination. For more state-level government job alerts and previous year papers, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in regularly.