Planning your government job preparation for 2026? Having a clear calendar of all major West Bengal government recruitment exams helps you prepare multiple exams simultaneously without conflicts. Here is the expected exam calendar for WB government jobs in 2026.
Note: Exact dates are subject to official notification release. Dates below are based on historical exam cycles and expected timelines. Always verify with the official board websites.
WBPSC Examinations 2026
| Exam Name | Expected Month | Approximate Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBCS Prelims 2026 | March – April | 500-700 | Graduation |
| WBPSC Clerkship 2026 | April – May | 800-1000 | HS (12th Pass) |
| WBPSC Miscellaneous Services 2026 | May – June | 400-600 | Graduation |
| WBPSC Food SI 2026 | June – July | 150-300 | HS (Science) |
| WBPSC Audit and Accounts 2026 | July – August | 100-200 | Graduation |
| WBCS Mains 2026 (2025 batch) | August – September | — | Cleared Prelims 2025 |
WBSSC Examinations 2026
| Exam Name | Expected Month | Approximate Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBSSC Group C 2026 | March – May | 2000+ | Graduation |
| WBSSC Group D 2026 | April – June | 3000+ | Class VIII / X |
| WBSSC SLST Teacher 2026 | May – July | 5000+ | PG + B.Ed |
WBPRB (WB Police) Examinations 2026
| Exam Name | Expected Month | Approximate Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB Police Constable 2026 | March – June | 5000-10,000 | Madhyamik (10th) |
| WB Police Sub-Inspector 2026 | June – August | 500-1000 | Graduation |
| Kolkata Police Constable 2026 | April – July | 1000-2000 | Madhyamik (10th) |
WBHRB (Health Recruitment Board) 2026
| Exam Name | Expected Month | Approximate Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse Grade II 2026 | February – April | 5000+ | GNM/B.Sc Nursing |
| Medical Officer 2026 | March – May | 200-500 | MBBS |
| Lab Technician/Assistant 2026 | May – July | 300-600 | Diploma/Graduation |
WBPRMS (Panchayat) 2026
| Exam Name | Expected Month | Approximate Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gram Panchayat Karmee 2026 | March – May | 10,000+ | Madhyamik + ITI |
| Block Level Recruitment 2026 | June – September | 2000+ | HS to Graduation |
How to Track All Exam Notifications
- Bookmark this page — we update it with new notifications as they are released
- Bookmark official board websites: wbpsc.gov.in, wbssc.wb.gov.in, wbpolice.gov.in, wbhrb.wb.gov.in, wbprms.in
- Set up Google Alerts for terms like “WBPSC notification 2026” and “WBSSC recruitment 2026”
- Download official notification PDFs as soon as they are released
Multi-Exam Preparation Strategy
- Common syllabus overlap: History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs — prepare once, use for WBCS, WBPSC Clerkship, WBSSC, and Police all at once
- Exam-specific portions: Set aside 20% of study time for exam-specific content
- Do not skip smaller exams: While preparing for WBCS, also apply for Clerkship and Group C — these have less competition and offer a government job faster
Frequently Asked Questions
How many government exams does West Bengal conduct in a year?
West Bengal conducts 15 to 25 major government recruitment exams per year across WBPSC, WBSSC, WBPRB, WBHRB, and WBPRMS. An active job seeker can apply to 5 to 8 exams in a single calendar year.