WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026: LDA/LDC Posts

WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026

The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has opened the online application process for the Clerkship Examination, 2024, under Advertisement No. 12/2024. The recruitment is being conducted for appointment to Lower Division Assistant (LDA), Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and similar clerical posts in Secretariat departments, Directorates, District offices and regional offices, including Kolkata, under the Government of West Bengal.

The online application process started on 06 October 2026, and eligible candidates can apply online up to 26 October 2026, 3:30 PM. The application is being accepted through the WBPSC’s online recruitment system.

A key point candidates should note is that WBPSC has not yet announced the exact number of vacancies. The Commission will publish the vacancy position later based on requisitions received from the Government of West Bengal. Therefore, candidates should not rely on unofficial vacancy figures circulating on job portals.

The post is particularly suitable for candidates who have passed Madhyamik or an equivalent examination and possess basic computer knowledge and the prescribed typing ability.

WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026: Overview

Particular	Details
Recruiting Organisation	Public Service Commission, West Bengal
Short Name	WBPSC
Examination	Clerkship Examination, 2024
Advertisement Number	12/2024
Advertisement/Notice Date	06 October 2026
Posts	LDA, LDC and similar posts
Total Vacancies	To be announced later
Job Location	West Bengal
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	06 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	26 October 2026
Last Time	3:30 PM
Fee Payment Deadline	26 October 2026, 3:30 PM
Edit Window	28 October to 01 November 2026
Minimum Qualification	Madhyamik or equivalent
Computer Knowledge	Required
Typing Requirement	20 WPM English or 10 WPM Bengali
Pay Level	Level 6
Pay Scale	₹22,700–₹58,500
Application Fee	₹110
Selection Process	Part-I, Part-II, Computer & Typing Test
Part-I Exam	Tentatively December 2026 or thereabout
Official Website	WBPSC

The Commission’s original indicative notification identifies the recruitment as Clerkship Examination, 2024, Advertisement No. 12/2024.

WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep the complete application schedule in mind.

Event	Date
Detailed Recruitment Notice	06 October 2026
Online Application Starts	06 October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	26 October 2026
Last Time for Application	3:30 PM
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	26 October 2026
Fee Payment Closing Time	3:30 PM
Application Edit Window	28 October–01 November 2026
Part-I Examination	Tentatively December 2026 or thereabout
Part-II Examination	To be announced
Computer & Typing Test	To be announced

The current recruitment information confirms that applications close on 26 October 2026 at 3:30 PM, while the Part-I examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026 or thereabout.

Important

Candidates should submit their applications well before the deadline. Waiting until the final afternoon can create problems if there is a payment, document-upload or server issue.

WBPSC Clerkship Vacancy 2026

The exact number of vacancies has not been announced yet.

The recruitment is for:

• Lower Division Assistant (LDA)
• Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
• Similar clerical posts

The posts may be located in:

• Secretariat departments
• Directorates
• District offices
• Regional offices
• Offices including Kolkata

Vacancy Details

Post	Vacancy
Lower Division Assistant / Lower Division Clerk and similar posts	To be announced later

WBPSC will announce the final vacancy position after receiving the relevant requisitions from the Government of West Bengal.

Do not confuse this with older Clerkship recruitments

The Commission’s Advertisement No. 12/2024 was initially issued as an indicative advertisement in December 2024. The detailed recruitment/application process has now commenced in October 2026.

Nature of Appointment

Candidates selected through the recruitment will initially be appointed on a temporary basis, subject to the applicable Government of West Bengal rules and conditions.

The eventual service conditions will be governed by the relevant rules applicable to the posts.

WBPSC Clerkship Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, age, computer knowledge, typing and other conditions specified by WBPSC.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should have passed:

Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or an equivalent examination.

Therefore, candidates who have completed Class 10/Madhyamik-level education can be eligible, subject to the other requirements of the recruitment.

Computer Knowledge Requirement

Candidates must possess:

Elementary knowledge of computer operation.

This is an important eligibility requirement and should not be overlooked simply because the post is a clerical position.

Candidates should be comfortable with basic computer operations such as:

• Keyboard and mouse operation
• Basic word processing
• File management
• Saving and opening documents
• Basic editing
• Typing
• Common keyboard shortcuts

Typing Requirement

Candidates must have the ability to type on a computer at:

• 20 words per minute in English, or
• 10 words per minute in Bengali

Candidates have to exercise their typing-language option as prescribed while applying.

Typing Language

Candidates should therefore decide carefully whether they intend to take the typing assessment in:

English: 20 WPM

or

Bengali: 10 WPM

Regular practice is recommended well before the computer and typing test.

Bengali Language Requirement

Candidates should also carefully check the language-related eligibility conditions in the detailed notification.

The recruitment has specific provisions concerning knowledge of Bengali, with an exception relating to candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali.

Candidates should not assume that merely being able to read Bengali is sufficient. They should check the exact language requirement in the official advertisement before applying.

WBPSC Clerkship Age Limit

The prescribed age range is:

Minimum Age: 18 years

Maximum Age: 45 years

The crucial date for age calculation is 01 January 2024.

This is particularly important because the recruitment application is being conducted in 2026, but the age eligibility is linked to the prescribed reference date.

Age Relaxation

Eligible candidates can receive age relaxation according to the applicable Government of West Bengal rules.

Candidates should check the detailed notification for category-specific provisions.

WBPSC Clerkship Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive salary under:

Pay Level 6

Pay Scale

₹22,700 – ₹58,500

The advertised scale is under the applicable ROPA 2019 framework.

In addition to basic pay, employees are entitled to admissible allowances such as:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Medical Allowance (MA)
• Other admissible benefits

The exact gross and in-hand salary will depend on the applicable allowances, posting and deductions.

WBPSC Clerk Salary Structure

The starting basic pay is:

₹22,700 per month

The maximum of the advertised pay scale is:

₹58,500

The employee can receive applicable allowances in addition to basic pay.

Therefore, candidates should not describe ₹22,700 as the final in-hand salary. It is the starting basic pay, before applicable allowances and deductions.

WBPSC Clerkship Application Fee

The application fee is:

₹110

Candidates should complete fee payment within the prescribed application window.

Fee Deadline

26 October 2026 at 3:30 PM

Candidates should retain the fee-payment receipt/confirmation for future reference.

WBPSC Clerkship Selection Process

The selection process consists of multiple stages.

Stage 1: Part-I Examination

The first stage is an objective-type examination.

Candidates who qualify Part-I according to the Commission’s prescribed criteria are shortlisted for Part-II.

Stage 2: Part-II Examination

Part-II is a conventional written examination.

Candidates qualifying Part-I are allowed to appear in Part-II according to the Commission’s shortlisting rules.

Stage 3: Computer Operation and Typing Test

Candidates who qualify both written stages undergo an assessment of:

• Elementary computer knowledge
• Computer operation
• Typing ability

The prescribed typing requirement is:

20 WPM in English or 10 WPM in Bengali.

Further Selection Formalities

Candidates who successfully clear the required stages may be required to undergo:

• Document verification
• Medical examination
• Verification of antecedents
• Other appointment-related formalities

The Commission’s recruitment structure specifically places the computer operation and typing assessment after qualification in Part-I and Part-II.

WBPSC Clerkship Exam Pattern: Short Overview

The examination has two written stages.

Part-I

Objective Type

Subjects include:

• English
• General Studies
• Arithmetic

Part-II

Conventional Written Examination

It consists of:

• English
• One selected Indian language

Candidates can select the prescribed language from:

• Bengali
• Hindi
• Urdu
• Nepali
• Santali

Computer and Typing Test

Candidates who qualify the written stages are assessed for elementary computer operation and typing.

For the complete subject-wise marks, detailed syllabus, Part-I and Part-II pattern and preparation strategy, read the separate article:

WBPSC Clerkship Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026

WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus: Short Overview

Candidates should prepare the following areas.

Part-I

English

• Vocabulary
• Grammar
• Sentence structure
• Synonyms
• Antonyms
• Correct usage

General Studies

• Everyday science
• Indian history
• Indian geography
• Current affairs

Arithmetic

• Divisibility
• Fractions
• Decimals
• Simplification
• HCF and LCM
• Average
• Ratio and proportion
• Percentage
• Simple interest
• Profit and loss
• Time and distance
• Area

Part-II

English

• Report writing
• Summary/Precis
• Translation

Selected Indian Language

• Report writing
• Summary/Precis
• Translation from English

WBPSC Clerkship Exam Date 2026

The Part-I examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026 or thereabout.

The exact examination date, examination centre details and admit-card availability will be announced by WBPSC through its official channels.

Candidates should therefore regularly check the Commission website rather than relying exclusively on social media posts or third-party job portals.

WBPSC Clerkship Examination Centers

The Commission can conduct the examination at various centres across West Bengal.

Likely/identified examination areas include:

• Kolkata
• Howrah
• Hooghly
• North 24 Parganas
• South 24 Parganas
• Burdwan
• Durgapur
• Medinipur
• Bankura
• Purulia
• Birbhum
• Nadia
• Murshidabad
• Malda
• Uttar Dinajpur
• Dakshin Dinajpur
• Jalpaiguri
• Cooch Behar
• Alipurduar
• Darjeeling
• Kalimpong
• Siliguri

The actual centre allocation will be communicated by the Commission.

Candidates should carefully select their preferred examination centre, where the application system permits such selection.

How to Apply for WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026

Candidates should apply through the official WBPSC recruitment system.

Step 1: Visit the Official WBPSC Website

Go to the official website:

WBPSC Official Website

The Commission’s website provides the Candidate’s Corner, registration, login and application-related services.

Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration

Candidates who do not already have the required registration should complete the WBPSC registration process.

The official registration page is available here:

WBPSC One-Time Registration

The Commission warns candidates not to create multiple registrations.

Step 3: Login

Use your registered enrollment number and password to access the application system.

Step 4: Select Clerkship Examination

Look for:

Clerkship Examination, 2024

Advertisement No. 12/2024

Step 5: Enter Personal Details

Fill in:

• Name
• Date of birth
• Father’s/mother’s name
• Address
• Category
• Mobile number
• Email
• Other required information

Step 6: Enter Educational Details

Provide your Madhyamik/equivalent qualification details.

Step 7: Select Typing Language

Select the applicable typing option:

• English
• Bengali

Make this selection carefully.

Step 8: Upload Required Documents

Upload the photograph, signature and other certificates/documents in the prescribed format.

Step 9: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the applicable ₹110 fee through the available online payment facility.

Step 10: Submit the Application

Review all information carefully before final submission.

Step 11: Save the Application

Download and preserve:

• Submitted application
• Payment receipt
• Application number
• Registration/enrollment details

These details may be required later for downloading the admit card and checking recruitment updates.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following ready:

• Madhyamik certificate/marksheet
• Valid photo ID
• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Category certificate, if applicable
• OBC certificate, if applicable
• EWS certificate, if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable
• Educational certificates
• Mobile number
• Email ID

Candidates should ensure that their name and date of birth are consistent across their documents.

WBPSC Clerkship Application Edit Window

WBPSC has provided an edit window after the application period.

Edit Window

28 October 2026 to 01 November 2026

Candidates who need to correct permitted information should use the official editing facility during this period.

However, candidates should not intentionally submit incorrect information expecting to correct everything later.

Only the fields permitted by WBPSC can be edited.

Reservation and Category Rules

Reservation is governed by the applicable West Bengal Government rules.

Benefits may apply to eligible candidates belonging to categories such as:

• SC
• ST
• OBC
• EWS
• PwBD
• Ex-Servicemen
• Meritorious Sportspersons

Candidates must possess valid certificates where required.

Candidates from Other States

Candidates from outside West Bengal should pay particular attention to reservation rules.

A candidate belonging to SC/ST/OBC in another state should not automatically assume that the same reservation benefit applies to a West Bengal state-government recruitment.

Candidates should follow the exact provisions of the WBPSC notification.

WBPSC Clerkship Important Links

Use the official WBPSC links below in the published article.

Particular	Official Link
Apply Online / Candidate Login	WBPSC Candidate Portal
One-Time Registration	WBPSC One-Time Registration
Official WBPSC Website	Public Service Commission, West Bengal
Official Advertisement Section	WBPSC Advertisements
Official Notification & Announcements	WBPSC Notifications
Detailed Exam Pattern & Syllabus	WBPSC Clerkship Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The WBPSC candidate portal currently provides Advertisement Wise Registration, Apply Now and Download Admit Card functions.

Important: Always verify that the application page is displaying Clerkship Examination, Advertisement No. 12/2024 before submitting the form.

Why Should You Apply for WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment?

The WBPSC Clerkship recruitment is a useful opportunity for candidates seeking a state-government clerical career with a relatively accessible educational qualification.

The major attractions include:

• Madhyamik-level minimum qualification
• Level 6 pay structure
• Starting basic pay of ₹22,700
• Government employment
• DA, HRA and MA as admissible
• Posting opportunities across West Bengal
• Secretariat and Directorate opportunities
• District and regional office postings
• Structured promotion and service conditions

The recruitment is particularly relevant for candidates who are comfortable with clerical work, documentation, computer operation and typing.

Preparation Tips for WBPSC Clerkship

Candidates should begin preparation for the written examination immediately.

General Studies

Give special attention to:

• Indian history
• Indian geography
• Everyday science
• Current affairs
• West Bengal GK

General Studies carries the highest number of marks in Part-I.

English

Practise:

• Grammar
• Vocabulary
• Synonyms
• Antonyms
• Sentence correction
• Comprehension

Arithmetic

Solve questions regularly from:

• Percentage
• Ratio
• Average
• Profit and loss
• Simple interest
• Time and distance
• HCF/LCM
• Fractions
• Decimals

Part-II

Start practising:

• Report writing
• Precis
• Translation

Do not postpone descriptive preparation until after Part-I.

Typing

Practise typing every day.

Candidates targeting English should work towards a comfortable speed above the minimum 20 WPM.

Candidates opting for Bengali should similarly build a stable speed above the required 10 WPM.

Suggested Daily Study Plan

Subject	Time
General Studies	90 minutes
Arithmetic	60 minutes
English	60 minutes
Current Affairs	30 minutes
Part-II Writing	45 minutes
Previous Questions/Mock	60 minutes
Typing	20–30 minutes

Candidates who are working or studying can modify this schedule according to their availability.

The important thing is consistency.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Waiting for the Vacancy Number

The vacancy count will be announced later, but applications are already open.

2. Ignoring Typing

Typing is an actual recruitment-stage requirement.

3. Studying Only Current Affairs

Static History, Geography and Science are also part of the syllabus.

4. Ignoring Part-II

Part-II is descriptive and requires a different preparation style.

5. Waiting Until the Last Day

Both the application and fee-payment deadline is 3:30 PM on 26 October 2026.

6. Creating Multiple Registrations

The official WBPSC registration page specifically warns candidates against multiple registrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026?
WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026 is the recruitment process for LDA, LDC and similar clerical posts through the Clerkship Examination, 2024.
What is the advertisement number?
The advertisement number is 12/2024. The original indicative advertisement was published by WBPSC on 23 December 2024.
When was the detailed recruitment released?
The current recruitment/application notice was released on 06 October 2026.
How many vacancies are available?
The exact number of vacancies is yet to be announced.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 26 October 2026 at 3:30 PM.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹110, subject to the exemptions/conditions specified by WBPSC.
What is the educational qualification?
Candidates must have passed Madhyamik or an equivalent examination.
What is the age limit?
The prescribed age range is 18 to 45 years, with the applicable reference date being 01 January 2024.
What is the salary?
The posts carry Pay Level 6, with a pay scale of ₹22,700–₹58,500, plus applicable allowances.
Is computer knowledge compulsory?
Yes. Candidates need elementary knowledge of computer operation.
What is the typing speed requirement?
Candidates must have: 20 WPM in English, or 10 WPM in Bengali.
What is the selection process?
The selection process includes: Part-I Objective Examination Part-II Conventional Written Examination Computer Operation and Typing Test
When will the Part-I examination be held?
The Part-I examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026 or thereabout.
What is the WBPSC Clerkship syllabus?
Part-I covers English, General Studies and Arithmetic. Part-II covers English and a selected Indian language, including report writing, summary/precis and translation. For the detailed syllabus, see: WBPSC Clerkship Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
Can I apply if I am from another state?
Candidates should check the detailed eligibility conditions. State-specific reservation benefits have separate rules, so candidates from outside West Bengal should not assume that their home-state category automatically provides West Bengal reservation benefits.
Where can I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the official WBPSC recruitment system.

The WBPSC Clerkship Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for candidates seeking LDA, LDC and similar clerical positions under the Government of West Bengal.

The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 12/2024, with online applications beginning on 06 October 2026 and closing on 26 October 2026 at 3:30 PM. The exact vacancy count will be announced later by the Commission.

Candidates need a Madhyamik or equivalent qualification, elementary computer knowledge and the ability to type at 20 WPM in English or 10 WPM in Bengali. The posts carry Pay Level 6, ₹22,700–₹58,500, along with applicable allowances.

The selection process is built around Part-I, Part-II and the computer/typing assessment, so candidates should prepare for the complete recruitment process rather than focusing only on the first written examination.

For detailed preparation, use the internal article:

WBPSC Clerkship Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026

Candidates should rely on the official WBPSC website and candidate portal for the final notification, application, admit card, examination schedule, results and subsequent recruitment updates.