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WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 for 266 PostsOut

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The West Bengal Public Service Commission has opened online applications for 266 English Stenographer vacancies under Advertisement No. 04/2025. The recruitment covers Basic Grade posts in Schedule A and Schedule B. Applications run from 18 October 2026 to 7 November 2026, with submission closing at 3:30 PM. Eligible candidates can apply through the official WBPSC website; the examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026.

At a glance

Recruiting body:
West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC)
Total posts:
266
Apply from:
18 Oct 2026
Last date:
07 Nov 2026
Minimum qualification:
10th
Age limit:
18–44 years (as on 01 Jan 2025)
Application fee:
₹0 – ₹160

West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC)

WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 for 266 Posts

Total Posts: 266

Important Dates

  • Notification Released : 16/10/2026
  • Application Start Date : 18/10/2026
  • Application Last Date : 07/11/2026 03:30 PM
  • Correction Window : 10-13 November 2026
  • Examination : December 2026 (Tentative)

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS : ₹160
  • SC / ST / PH : ₹0 (Nil)

The application fee is payable online.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age : 18 years
  • Maximum Age : 44 years
  • Age Reckoning Date : 01/01/2025

Additional age relaxation applies according to the applicable rules; category-wise relaxation periods are not specified.

Vacancy Details

CategorySchedule A, Basic GradeSchedule B, Basic GradeTotal
Unreserved (UR)7259131
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)151227
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)100919
Scheduled Caste (SC)312657
Scheduled Tribe (ST)090716
Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP)030205
PwBD (UR)050409
PwBD (SC)010102
Total146120266

Eligibility / Qualification

  • Candidates must have passed Madhyamik (Class 10).
  • Computer knowledge and an English typing speed of 30 words per minute are required.
  • Candidates must be able to read, write and speak Bengali.

Mode of Selection

  1. Paper I: General English examination — 100 marks
  2. Paper II: Dictation and Transcription — 400 marks
  3. Paper III: Computer Typing — 100 marks
  4. Medical examination
  5. Document verification

How to Apply

  • Open the official WBPSC website using the application link.
  • Access the English Stenographer recruitment under Advertisement No. 04/2025 and complete the online application.
  • Pay the applicable fee through online mode.
  • Submit the application by 07 November 2026 at 03:30 PM.
  • Use the correction window from 10 to 13 November 2026 if changes are needed.

Form Filling Checklist · फॉर्म भरने की चेकलिस्ट

  • Age / आयु: 18 - 44 years (as on 01 Jan 2025)
  • Minimum qualification / न्यूनतम योग्यता: 10th

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More Information

Recruitment overview

The West Bengal Public Service Commission is accepting online applications for English Stenographer posts under Advertisement No. 04/2025. This recruitment covers 266 permanent vacancies in West Bengal, divided between Schedule A, Basic Grade with 146 posts and Schedule B, Basic Grade with 120 posts. The notification was released on 16 October 2026.

Eligibility and pay

Applicants must have passed Madhyamik, equivalent to Class 10, and possess computer knowledge. The required English typing speed is 30 words per minute. The language requirement is the ability to read, write and speak Bengali. The stated age range is 18 to 44 years as on 1 January 2025, with further relaxation governed by the applicable rules. The pay scale is Level-9, ₹28,900–74,500, under the W.B.S. (ROPA) Rules, 2019.

Application dates and action steps

Online registration opened on 18 October 2026. The deadline is 7 November 2026 at 3:30 PM, so the closing time is important alongside the date.

  • Visit the official WBPSC application website.
  • Open the English Stenographer recruitment for Advertisement No. 04/2025 and complete the online form.
  • Pay the fee online if it applies to your category and submit within the stated deadline.
  • Use the correction facility between 10 and 13 November 2026 if changes are needed.

General, OBC and EWS applicants have a fee of ₹160. SC, ST and PH applicants are exempt from payment.

Examination and later stages

The examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026. Paper I covers General English for 100 marks, Paper II covers Dictation and Transcription for 400 marks, and Paper III tests Computer Typing for 100 marks. Dictation and Transcription therefore carries the largest share of the listed examination marks. Medical examination and document verification are also included in the selection process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026?

Online applications close on 7 November 2026 at 3:30 PM. The application process began on 18 October 2026.

How many English Stenographer vacancies are available?

There are 266 vacancies: 146 for Schedule A, Basic Grade and 120 for Schedule B, Basic Grade.

What qualifications are required for these posts?

Candidates need Madhyamik or Class 10 qualification, computer knowledge and English typing speed of 30 words per minute. They must also be able to read, write and speak Bengali.

What is the age limit for WBPSC English Stenographer recruitment?

The stated age range is 18 to 44 years, calculated as on 1 January 2025. Additional relaxation applies under the applicable rules.

How much is the application fee?

General, OBC and EWS candidates must pay ₹160 online. SC, ST and PH candidates have no application fee.

When can candidates correct their applications?

The correction window is scheduled from 10 to 13 November 2026.

What is the selection process and tentative exam date?

Selection includes General English, Dictation and Transcription, and Computer Typing papers, followed by medical examination and document verification. The examination is tentatively planned for December 2026.

What is the pay scale for the English Stenographer posts?

The posts carry Level-9 pay of ₹28,900–74,500 under the W.B.S. (ROPA) Rules, 2019.

Note: Candidates are requested to read the official notification carefully (last date, age limit, eligibility) before filling the form. SarkariPoint is not responsible for any errors in the information above.