WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026: 1,145 Vacancies, Apply Online
The Public Service Commission, West Bengal has invited online applications for 1,145 Sub-Surveyor posts in the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys, under the Department of Land & Land Reforms and Refugee Relief & Rehabilitation. The notice describes the post as permanent, with pay at Level 7 (Rs 24,700 – Rs 63,900) under the WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019. If you hold a Survey Engineering diploma or an ITI Surveyor certificate, read on.
Applications opened on 20 October 2026 and close on 9 November 2026 (up to 3 p.m.), which is also the last time to pay the fee online. Read the age line and the two eligibility routes below before you start, because the notice is strict about both. Browse more West Bengal government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
What are the Key Highlights of WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Public Service Commission, West Bengal |
| Advertisement No. | 22/2024 |
| Post | Sub-Surveyor |
| Total Vacancies | 1,145 |
| Pay | Level 7, Rs 24,700 – Rs 63,900 |
| Application Window | 20 October 2026 to 9 November 2026 (up to 3 p.m.) |
| Mode | Online only |
The advertisement is dated 14 October 2026 and follows the Indicative Advertisement No. 22/2024 dated 31.12.2024. Ability to read, write and speak Bengali is an essential requirement, although it is not mandatory for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali, unless specifically mentioned.
How Many Vacancies Are There in WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
The notice prints the reserved vacancies as reported by the department. It does not print a General (UR) column or a category total, so this article does not publish a General figure either.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 229 |
| ST | 69 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 80 |
| EWS | 104 |
| PwBD – UR | 35 |
| PwBD – SC | 11 |
| Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP) | 23 |
| Ex-Servicemen (EWS) | 11 |
| Ex-Servicemen – UR | 34 |
| Ex-Servicemen – SC | 12 |
OBC is a single Non-Creamy Layer column in this notice. Reservation benefits for all reserved categories except PwBD, MSP and Ex-Servicemen apply to West Bengal candidates only. SC, ST, OBC and EWS candidates of other states may apply for unreserved vacancies as General candidates. The MSP quota is open only for the 20 sports and four competition areas listed in the notice (athletics to archery); other areas are not considered for granting MSP status.
What is the Eligibility for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor 2026?
There are two routes, and both start with a pass in the Madhyamik Examination or equivalent. Pick the one that matches your training. The Diploma jobs page lists similar openings.
| Route | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Route 1 | Madhyamik or equivalent, plus a 3-year Diploma in Survey Engineering from a recognised institute (affiliated by AICTE or the West Bengal State Council of Technical Education) |
| Route 2 | Madhyamik or equivalent, plus a 2-year Surveyor certificate course from a recognised ITI, plus 1 year of experience |
For Route 2 the experience must be in Survey and Settlement work using modern survey techniques, with command of DGPS and/or Electronic Total Stations. It must come from a Government-empanelled organisation, or from an Indian GIS or Surveying company recognised under the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (Department of Land Resources, Government of India) that has at least 3 years of experience in large-scale mapping and land records. Experience counts only if gained in full-time employment up to the closing date, and the certificate must show duration, field and nature of duties.
What is the Age Limit for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor 2026?
The age must be not less than 21 and not more than 45 years on 01.01.2024, as printed in the notice, under Finance Department Notification No. 1707-F(P2) dated 16.05.2026 read with No. 2619-F(P2) dated 20.07.2026. Only the age recorded in the Madhyamik or equivalent certificate is accepted.
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Age |
|---|---|
| SC / ST (West Bengal) | 5 years |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer (West Bengal) | 3 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (40% and above) | Up to 45 years of age, as printed |
| Ex-Servicemen (at least 6 months’ continuous service) | Service period deducted from age; result may exceed the limit by no more than 3 years |
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SC, ST and OBC candidates of other states get no relaxation and are treated as General. The West Bengal Services (Raising of Age Limit) Rules, 1981 do not apply.
What is the Salary for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor 2026?
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Pay Range | Rs 24,700 – Rs 63,900 |
| Rules | WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019 |
Besides pay, the post carries allowances as admissible. The notice gives no in-hand figure, so check the current allowance rates with the department.
What is the Selection Process for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor 2026?
The advertisement prescribes a written examination in two papers. The date will be notified later on the Commission’s website. Syllabus and pattern are in the table below, and our syllabus page will carry preparation material.
| Paper | Detail |
|---|---|
| Paper-I (1 hour) | Bengali/Nepali, 50 marks, conventional type: letter writing, drafting a report and grammar at Madhyamik standard |
| Paper-II (2 hours 30 minutes) | English 50, Elementary Mathematics 50, Survey Engineering 100 (Diploma standard) |
| Paper-II format | 200 multiple-choice questions, 1 mark each |
- Paper-I qualifying marks are fixed at 30%. Paper-II marks are counted only for candidates who reach 30% in Paper-I.
- The Commission has discretion to fix qualifying marks in Paper-II.
- The final merit list is prepared on Paper-II marks only.
- There is negative marking of 0.25 mark for each wrong answer in Paper-II.
- Equal marks in Paper-II are resolved in favour of the senior candidate by date of birth.
- Objections to the model answers must be filed strictly within the time limit.
- Poor performance in the Bengali knowledge test can lead to cancellation of candidature.
How to Apply Online for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor 2026?
- Open the Commission’s official website (link in Essential Links below) and go to the Sub-Surveyor advertisement.
- Register, or log in if you already have an account.
- Fill in the application form and mention one photo ID with its number and issuing authority.
- Pay the fee online, if you are not exempt, by 9 November 2026 (up to 3 p.m.).
- Submit the application, then download and keep a printout.
Submit only one application: more than one leads to cancellation even after admission to the selection procedure. An application once submitted is final, and no change in category claims is entertained afterwards. The only correction chance is the Edit Window, 11 to 16 November 2026, usable once, for some fields only.
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All others, including OBC and EWS | Rs 110 plus service charges |
| SC / ST of West Bengal | Exempt |
| PwBD (40% and above) | Exempt |
| SC / ST of other states | Rs 110 plus service charges, no exemption |
The fee is payable online only, is not refunded and cannot be held for another examination.
What are the Important Dates for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 14 October 2026 |
| Online applications begin | 20 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 9 November 2026 (up to 3 p.m.) |
| Edit window | 11 November to 16 November 2026 |
| Examination date | To be notified later |
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Qualification cut-off | You must meet the essential qualifications by the closing date of online applications |
| Certificates | Category and disability certificates must be obtained within the closing date; if you cannot produce them at document verification, candidature is summarily rejected |
| Renewed certificates | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and EWS candidates must submit renewed certificates before the examination and at appointment |
| False information | A false statement on age, qualification or category at any stage of examination leads to penal action, and candidature is liable to cancellation |
| Ineligibility at any stage | Candidature is cancelled even after a recommendation letter if you are found ineligible |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form disqualifies the candidature |
| Exam conduct | Phones and smart devices are not allowed in the venue; a violation can mean cancellation and debarment from future examinations |
| Relaxation | Conditions cannot be relaxed beyond those in the advertisement |
Keep your Madhyamik certificate, diploma or ITI certificate, and category proof ready before you start. Only the age in your Madhyamik or equivalent certificate is accepted. Candidates in West Bengal should also follow the exam calendar for the paper date once announced.
Essential Links for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026 (Sub-Surveyor online application (Advt 22/2024), 20 Oct – 9 Nov 2026)
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join West Bengal Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold a Survey Engineering diploma, or an ITI Surveyor certificate with the right experience, do not wait for the last evening: the portal closes at 3 p.m. on 9 November 2026, and a failed payment can cost you the application. Apply early, check every detail, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the exam date and admit card updates.