West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) invites online applications for 10255 posts of Constable and Lady Constable. Eligible and interested candidates may apply Online only through the official website of the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) (See link given below) for the WBP Constable Recruitment 2024. WBPRB/NOTICE – 2024/13 (CONS._WBP_24).
The West Bengal Police is recruiting constables for 2024. Applicants must be aged 18-30 with age relaxations for certain categories. They need to have passed the Madhyamik Examination and be proficient in Bengali. NVF/Home Guard personnel must have served for 3 years. EWS candidates need to submit income and asset certificates. Applications are online from March 7 to April 5, with an editing window from April 8 to April 14. No changes will be allowed after this period.
The Vacancies for the West Bengal Police Constable Recruitment 2024 is as follows–
| Category | Number of vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Male: 1224 Female: 510 | 1734 |
| Unreserved (E.C.) | Male: 851 Female: 362 | 1213 |
| Unreserved (NVF & HG) | Male: 576 Female: 240 | 816 |
| Unreserved (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 576 Female: 240 | 816 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | Male: 576 Female: 240 | 816 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) (E.C.) | Male: 197 Female: 83 | 280 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Male: 720 Female: 300 | 1020 |
| Scheduled Caste (E.C.) | Male: 463 Female: 196 | 659 |
| Scheduled Caste (NVF & HG) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Scheduled Caste (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Male: 144 Female: 60 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribe (E.C.) | Male: 133 Female: 56 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribe (NVF & HG) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribe (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (OBC-A) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (E.C.) | Male: 197 Female: 84 | 281 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (NVF & HG) | Male: 144 Female: 60 | 204 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 144 Female: 60 | 204 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (OBC-B) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (E.C.) | Male: 131 Female: 56 | 187 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (NVF & HG) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Total | 7228 | 10255 |
WB Police Constable Recruitment Eligibility 2024
Eligibility for the WBP Constable Recruitment 2024 Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria for the recruitment of constables in the West Bengal Police. They should have passed the Madhyamik Examination from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or its equivalent. Additionally, proficiency in the Bengali language is required. However, this language requirement does not apply to permanent residents of Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts.
| Eligibility Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Age | Minimum 18 years old and maximum 30 years old as of January 1, 2024. |
| Education | Must have passed the Madhyamik Examination or its equivalent from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education. |
| Language | Proficiency in Bengali is required, except for permanent residents of hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts who are exempt under the West Bengal Official Language Act, 1961. |
WBP Constable Recruitment 2024 Application Fees
Application and processing fees for WBP Constable 2024 Recruitment:
- All categories except Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (of West Bengal only):
- Application Fee: Rs. 150
- Processing Fee: Rs. 20
- Total Amount: Rs. 170
- Scheduled Caste (West Bengal only):
- Application Fee: Nil
- Processing Fee: Rs. 20
- Total Amount: Rs. 20
- Scheduled Tribe (West Bengal only):
- Application Fee: Nil
- Processing Fee: Rs. 20
- Total Amount: Rs. 20
SC/ST candidates (of West Bengal only) are exempt from the application fee but need to pay a processing fee of Rs. 20. They must provide SC/ST certificates during verification, or their candidature will be void.
WB Police Constable Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
The selection process for WBP Constable positions in the West Bengal Police includes the following stages:
Written Examination:
- Duration: 1 hour
- Format: OMR based with Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 85
- Subjects: General Awareness, General Knowledge (25 marks), English (10 marks), Elementary Mathematics (25 marks), Reasoning and Logical Analysis (25 marks)
- Negative marking: ¼th of the total marks for each incorrect answer
Physical Measurement Test (PMT):
- Qualifying in nature
- Tests height, weight, and chest measurement (for male candidates) using Electronic Machines and measuring tape
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Qualifying in nature
- Candidates who pass PMT proceed to PET
- Timing of runners recorded using Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID)
- Only one chance is given to PET
Interview:
- Maximum Marks: 15
- All candidates who pass PET are called for an interview
- Tests general awareness, suitability for public service, and proficiency in Bengali/Nepali language
Final Selection:
- Based on marks obtained in the Written Examination and Interview.
- A merit list of provisionally selected candidates will be prepared by the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board.
The exact Date, Time, and Venue for the examination/interview will be intimated to the eligible candidates in due course as well as such information will be also available on the official website of West Bengal Police- West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB). For more details regarding candidates’ selection norms, eligibility norms, and other details, please go through the official website or officially released advertisement (See Link/PDF given below).
WBP Constable Recruitment How to Apply 2024
To apply, visit the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board’s official website. Fill out the online application form from March 7, 2024, to April 5, 2024. Make sure to read the instructions carefully. You can edit your application details from April 8, 2024, to April 14, 2024. After payment, you’ll receive a Registration/Acknowledgement Slip; keep it safe. No need to send any documents now.
- Visit the official website of the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board.
- Fill out the online application form between March 7, 2024, and April 5, 2024.
- Ensure you follow the provided instructions carefully.
- Edit your application details, if needed, from April 8, 2024, to April 14, 2024.
- Make the required payment.
- Print the Registration/Acknowledgement Slip.
All verifications will be done later. Check the website for detailed application instructions.
West Bengal Police Constable Recruitment 2024 Important Dates
Starting Date of Online Application: 07-03-2024
Closing Date of Online Application: 05-04-2024
The above-given information is in brief. Before applying Online please go through the officially released Advertisement
Official website of West Bengal Police Recruitment Board — www,prb.wb.gov.in
WBP Constable Recruitment 2024 Notification 1 || Notification 2
