The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) is conducting the recruitment drive for West Bengal Police Constable and Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment campaign offers thousands of state government job opportunities for male and female candidates seeking careers in the Unarmed Branch (UB) and Armed Branch (AB) of the West Bengal Police force.
Candidates who have passed Class 10th (Madhyamik) for Constable posts or possess a Graduation degree for Sub-Inspector posts can submit their applications online through the official portal prb.wb.gov.in. Below is the comprehensive guide covering official notification details, category-wise vacancies, eligibility requirements, physical measurement standards, exam patterns, and step-by-step application procedures.
West Bengal Police Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Track the crucial registration and exam schedule for Constable and Sub-Inspector vacancies:
| Event / Activity | Constable Posts Schedule | Sub-Inspector (SI) Posts Schedule |
| Official Notification Release | September 2026 | September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 September 2026 | 01 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 25 October 2026 | 31 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 October 2026 | 02 November 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | 29 October to 04 November 2026 | 04 November to 10 November 2026 |
| Preliminary Written Exam Date | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
WBP Constable & SI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Specification Parameter | Details |
| Recruiting Board | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) |
| Post Names | Constable (Male & Female) and Sub-Inspector (UB & AB) |
| Total Expected Vacancies | 12,000+ Posts (Approx. 10,000+ Constables, 1,500+ SIs) |
| Job Location | West Bengal |
| Language Requirement | Must read, write, and speak Bengali (except hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling & Kalimpong) |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 (Constable) / Level-10 (Sub-Inspector) |
| Official Website | prb.wb.gov.in / wbpolice.gov.in |
Vacancy Breakup & Salary Scale
| Post Name | Minimum Education Required | Pay Matrix Level / Salary Scale |
| WBP Police Constable (Male & Female) | Class 10th (Madhyamik) Pass | Pay Matrix Level-6 (₹22,700 – ₹58,500) |
| Sub-Inspector (Unarmed Branch – Male & Female) | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream | Pay Matrix Level-10 (₹32,100 – ₹82,900) |
| Sub-Inspector (Armed Branch – Male) | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream | Pay Matrix Level-10 (₹32,100 – ₹82,900) |
Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit & Qualifications
1. Educational Qualifications
- For Constable Posts: Candidates must have completed Madhyamik (Class 10th) or its equivalent examination from a recognized Board.
- For Sub-Inspector (SI) Posts: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent institution.
- Language Requirement: Applicants must be able to speak, read, and write the Bengali language.
2. Age Limit (As on Official Cut-off Date)
- Constable Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 30 years.
- Sub-Inspector Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 30 years.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-A & OBC-B) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| Transgender / Civic Volunteers | As per West Bengal State Rules |
Physical Measurement Test (PMT) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Physical Measurement Standards (PMT)
| Post & Category | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Weight (kg) |
| Constable (Male – General/OBC/SC) | 167 cm | 78 cm (Unexpanded), 83 cm (Expanded) | Proportional |
| Constable (Male – ST, Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi) | 160 cm | 76 cm (Unexpanded), 81 cm (Expanded) | Proportional |
| Constable (Female – General/OBC/SC) | 160 cm | N/A | Proportional |
| Constable (Female – ST, Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi) | 152 cm | N/A | Proportional |
| SI Male (Unarmed/Armed Branch) | 167 cm / 173 cm | 79 cm / 86 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion) | Proportional |
| SI Female (Unarmed Branch) | 160 cm | N/A | Proportional |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Male Constable: 1600 Meters Run within 6 Minutes 30 Seconds.
- Female Constable: 800 Meters Run within 4 Minutes 30 Seconds.
- SI Male: 800 Meters Run within 3 Minutes.
- SI Female: 400 Meters Run within 2 Minutes.
Application Fee Details
Application processing fees can be paid online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI:
| Category | Constable Application Fee | SI Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | ₹170/- (₹150 Fee + ₹20 Processing) | ₹270/- (₹250 Fee + ₹20 Processing) |
| SC / ST Candidates of West Bengal | ₹20/- (Processing Fee Only) | ₹20/- (Processing Fee Only) |
Selection Process
The selection process for West Bengal Police recruitment involves the following sequential stages:
- Preliminary Written Test: Objective-type screening examination.
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Assessment of height, weight, and chest specifications.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Endurance running test.
- Final Combined Competitive Written Examination: Main written exam for final ranking.
- Personality Test / Interview: Verification of communication and professional suitability.
- Medical Examination & Verification: Document checking and medical fitness assessment.
How to Apply Online for West Bengal Police Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal:
prb.wb.gov.in. - Click on the “Recruitment” section on the homepage.
- Select “Recruitment to the post of Constable / Sub-Inspector in West Bengal Police 2026”.
- Click on “Apply Online” and select “New Registration”.
- Provide basic personal details including Mobile Number, Email ID, Name, and Date of Birth.
- Verify your mobile number using the OTP received.
- Log in using your Application Number and Password.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, address, and local language preferences.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature per specifications.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online and submit the form.
- Download and print a copy of the completed application confirmation page for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. WBP West Bengal Police Recruitment 2026 apply online registration kab shuru hoga?
Online registration Constable posts ke liye 25 September 2026 se aur Sub-Inspector posts ke liye 01 October 2026 se active hoga.
2. West Bengal Police Constable post ke liye minimum educational qualification kya hai?
Candidate ko kisi bhi recognized board se Class 10th (Madhyamik) pass hona zaroori hai.
3. Sub-Inspector (SI) post ke liye apply karne ki eligibility kya hai?
SI post ke liye candidate ke paas kisi bhi recognized university se Graduation (Bachelor Degree) ki degree honi chahiye.
4. WBP Police recruitment me age limit kitni hai?
Constable post ke liye age limit 18 se 30 years hai aur SI post ke liye 20 se 30 years hai. SC/ST candidates ko 5 saal aur OBC candidates ko 3 saal ki chhoot milti hai.
5. Kya West Bengal ke bahar ke state ke candidates apply kar sakte hain?
Haan, Dusre state ke candidates General category me apply kar sakte hain, lekin unhe Bengali bhasha bolna, padhna aur likhna aana chahiye.
