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Vacancy Details
- Industrial Development Officer: 247 vacancies
Qualification: Degree from Recognized University OR Diploma in Engineering / Technology from a recognized university/institution- Scheduled Caste (SC): 52
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 14
- OBC – Non-Creamy Layer: 18
- PwBD – UR: 7
- PwBD – SC: 2
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 25
- Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP): 5
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 44 years
Application Fees
- General / UR: ₹160
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer: ₹160
- EWS: ₹160
- SC / ST of West Bengal: ₹0
- PwBD with 40% or More Disability: ₹0
- SC / ST from Other States: ₹160
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Objective multiple-choice exam of 100 marks (100 questions), duration 90 minutes, 1 mark per question, negative marking 0.25 for each incorrect answer. The commission may fix category-wise cut-offs for shortlisting to interview.
- Interview: Interview carrying 15 marks. Final merit is prepared using combined marks from written exam and interview out of 115. There are no separate minimum qualifying marks for the interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official West Bengal Public Service Commission website at https://psc.wb.gov.in/.
- Open the online application or candidate login section and find Advertisement No. 15/2024 – Industrial Development Officer.
- Register or log in using your existing account as applicable and read the recruitment instructions.
- Enter required personal, contact and educational qualification details, age, category and reservation information.
- Provide one accepted photo identity document, its number and issuing authority, complete declarations and review all details.
- Pay Rs.160 plus applicable service charges if not exempted and submit the application by 26-11-2026 at 3:00 PM.
- Save and print the application form; use the edit window (27-11-2026 to 02-12-2026) to upload requisite documents if required.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Indicative Advertisement:
- Detailed Recruitment Notification:
- Online Application Start Date:
- Last Date to Apply Online:
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment:
- Application Edit Window Start Date:
- Application Edit Window Last Date:
- Written Examination Date:
- Interview Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the educational eligibility requirements for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must possess a degree from a recognized university OR a Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university or institution. The institution must be recognized by the competent authority and the qualification must be held by 26 November 2026.
How do I apply for the WBPSC IDO vacancy?
Apply online through the WBPSC portal (https://psc.wb.gov.in/) between 06-11-2026 and 26-11-2026 (3:00 PM). Complete the online form, pay Rs.160 plus service charges if not exempted, submit by the deadline, and use the edit window (27-11-2026 to 02-12-2026) to upload required documents.
What is the last date to apply for the WBPSC IDO recruitment?
The last date to apply online and to pay the application fee is 26-11-2026 at 3:00 PM. The edit window to modify certain fields and upload documents is from 27-11-2026 to 02-12-2026.
What is the selection process for the WBPSC IDO posts?
Selection is through a 100-mark written examination followed by a 15-mark interview. Final merit is prepared using the combined marks out of 115.
What is the pay scale for Industrial Development Officer (IDO)?
The pay scale is Rs. 32,100 – Rs. 82,900 under Level 10 as per WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019, with initial basic pay listed as Rs. 32,100 and additional allowances admissible under government rules.
