WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 266 Posts
Public Service Commission, West Bengal
Published
- Posts
- 266
- Last date
- 7 Nov 2026
- Qualification
- 10th Pass
- Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) is hiring 266 English Stenographers (Basic Grade) across Schedule A and Schedule B posts, based in Kolkata, West Bengal. You are likely eligible if you have passed Madhyamik or an equivalent exam and can type English at 30 words per minute. Applications close on 7 November 2026 at 3:30 PM. Apply early, since the online form is the only accepted route and the site may slow near the deadline.
Who Should Apply for WBPSC English Stenographer 2025
Candidates who have passed Madhyamik or equivalent and can type English at 30 words per minute; candidates from other states may assume the same reservation benefits apply to them, but they do not.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- Apply only once: submitting more than one application is forbidden and can lead to cancellation.
- Your age is taken from your Madhyamik or equivalent certificate only, so check that date before you apply.
- Reserved-category benefits apply only to West Bengal candidates, so keep your West Bengal caste, EWS or PwBD certificate ready and valid at the time of application.
- OBC candidates need a current non-creamy layer certificate, renewed or revalidated before the computer typing test and again at appointment.
- Bring your original photo ID to the exam centre, and make sure the ID number you enter in the form matches it.
WBPSC English Stenographer 2025: हिंदी में सारांश
पश्चिम बंगाल लोक सेवा आयोग (WBPSC) ने English Stenographer Basic Grade भर्ती 2025 के लिए विज्ञापन संख्या 04/2025 के तहत अधिसूचना जारी की है। इसमें Schedule A और Schedule B English Stenographer के कुल 266 पद हैं। आवेदन के लिए माध्यमिक (Madhyamik) या समकक्ष परीक्षा उत्तीर्ण होना और 30 शब्द प्रति मिनट अंग्रेज़ी टंकण गति होना आवश्यक है, तथा आयु 18 से 44 वर्ष के बीच होनी चाहिए। आवेदन केवल ऑनलाइन https://psc.wb.gov.in पर किए जा सकते हैं। आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 7 नवंबर 2026 है, और समय दोपहर 3:30 बजे तक है।
Download the WBPSC English Stenographer Notification PDF
Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 16 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 18 Oct 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 7 Nov 2026, 3:30 PM |
| Edit window | 2026-11-10 to 2026-11-13 (upto 3:30 pm) |
| Exam date | December 2026 (tentative) |
| Published on this site | 17 Oct 2026 |
WBPSC English Stenographer 2025 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 266
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC (Non-creamy layer) | SC | ST | MSP | PwBD (UR) | PwBD (SC) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schedule A English Stenographer | 72 | 15 | 10 | 31 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 146 |
| Schedule B English Stenographer | 59 | 12 | 9 | 26 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 120 |
| PwBD (UR) | 5 (Schedule A), 4 (Schedule B) |
|---|---|
| PwBD (SC) | 1 (Schedule A), 1 (Schedule B) |
| MSP | 3 (Schedule A), 2 (Schedule B) |
The PwBD, MSP and other category posts listed above are part of the 266 total, not in addition to it.
WBPSC English Stenographer 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Passed Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or equivalent
- Elementary knowledge of computer operation with typing speed of 30 words per minute in English
Age Limit
18 to 44 years (as on 1 Jan 2025)
Check your age for this post
Age is counted on 1 Jan 2025; upper limit 44 years, minimum 18.
Category relaxation is not added: see Age Relaxation below. If limits differ by post, use the age for your post in the notification.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST (West Bengal): 5 years
- OBC non-creamy layer (West Bengal): 3 years
- PwBD: up to 45 years
- No age limit for permanent Schedule B stenographers, typists and clerk-cum-typists in West Bengal Government service
Other Conditions
- Citizen of India or other nationals as declared eligible by the Government of India
- Ability to read, write and speak Bengali (not required if mother tongue is Nepali)
Posts located in: West Bengal. Check domicile and reservation rules in the notification.
Application Fee
| General/Other candidates | Rs.160 plus service charges, if applicable |
|---|---|
| SC/ST of West Bengal and PwBD (40% and above) | Nil |
| OBC of West Bengal | Rs.160 plus service charges, if applicable |
No fee exemption for SC/ST/OBC candidates of other states. No refund of fee.
WBPSC English Stenographer 2025 Salary and Pay Scale
The pay level is Level 9, with a starting basic pay of ₹28,900 under the West Bengal Services (ROPA) Rules 2019, on a scale up to ₹74,500.
As printed in the notification: Pay Level-9 (₹28,900 - ₹74,500) under W.B.S (ROPA) Rules-2019
WBPSC English Stenographer 2025 Selection Process
- Paper-I: General English (100 marks)
- Paper-II: Dictation & Transcription (400 marks), for a limited number of candidates qualifying Paper-I
- Paper-III: Computer Typing (100 marks), for a limited number of candidates qualifying Paper-I
- Final merit list based on total marks in all three papers
How to Apply for WBPSC English Stenographer 2025
- Apply online only at https://psc.wb.gov.in
- Submit more than one application is forbidden
Required Documents
- Madhyamik or equivalent certificate (age and photo ID)
- Caste/EWS/PwBD/MSP certificates from competent authorities, as applicable
- Photo ID (Madhyamik, Passport, PAN, EPIC, Driving Licence or other government ID)
Free tools, nothing is uploaded: resize your photo and signature to the size the form asks for, or compress a certificate PDF below its KB limit.
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Before You Apply for WBPSC English Stenographer 2025: Quick Check
- You hold the qualification for the exact post you want (Passed Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or equivalent, or as listed for other posts).
- Your age is between 18 and 44 years on 1 Jan 2025, before any relaxation you are entitled to.
- If you are claiming age relaxation, your category or other certificate is in the format and date range the notice asks for.
- Your photograph and signature are scanned to the size and format the portal asks for, and your name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- You can pay the application fee online, or you have checked whether you are exempt.
- You will submit and pay by 7 Nov 2026, 3:30 PM, not on the last evening when portals slow down.
- You have read the official notification in full, not just this summary.
What Happens After Selection
Candidates who make the final merit list after the stages listed above (4 in all) have their original documents checked and go through a medical examination.
The appointing department then verifies character and antecedents, usually through the police, and issues an offer of appointment with the joining date and place of posting.
New appointees usually serve a probation period, often one to two years, during which there may be induction training, before being confirmed in service.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
WBPSC English Stenographer 2025: Frequently Asked Questions
Can final-year students apply?
The notification does not say. The qualification listed is passing Madhyamik or equivalent, so check the eligibility section carefully.
Do candidates from other states pay the general fee?
Yes. The notification says there is no fee exemption for SC, ST or OBC candidates of other states, and the fee is Rs.160 plus service charges, if applicable.
Is there negative marking?
The notification does not mention negative marking. It only describes a 10% deduction of full marks for a paper that reveals the candidate's identity.
Can I get a refund if I pay the fee and do not qualify?
No. The notification states that no claim for refund of the fee will be entertained.
Do I need to know Bengali?
Yes, unless your mother tongue is Nepali. Knowledge of Bengali is tested during the computer typing test for candidates whose mother tongue is other than Bengali or Nepali.
Abbreviations on This Page
- UR
- Unreserved
- SC
- Scheduled Castes
- ST
- Scheduled Tribes
- OBC
- Other Backward Classes
- EWS
- Economically Weaker Sections
- PwBD
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
- MSP
- Meritorious Sports Persons
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by Public Service Commission, West Bengal and checked against it on 22 Oct 2026. The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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