WBPSC Advertisement No. 04/2025 invites online applications for 266 English Stenographer (Basic Grade) vacancies in Schedule A (146) and Schedule B (120). Applications are accepted from 18 October 2026 to 7 November 2026 (3:30 PM). Eligible candidates must have passed Madhyamik or equivalent, possess elementary computer knowledge, type in English at 30 WPM, and be able to read, write and speak Bengali (Nepali mother-tongue exempt). Posts carry Pay Level 9 (Rs. 28,900–74,500). The exam is tentatively scheduled for December 2026 in Kolkata. Application fee is Rs. 160 where applicable.
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Vacancy Details
- Schedule A English Stenographer (Basic Grade) / Personal Assistant: 146 vacancies
Qualification: Madhyamik Examination or Equivalent; elementary computer knowledge; English typing 30 WPM; ability to read, write and speak Bengali (exemption for Nepali mother tongue).- Unreserved (UR): 72
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 15
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 10
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 31
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 9
- Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP): 3
- PwBD (UR): 5
- PwBD (SC): 1
- Schedule B English Stenographer (Basic Grade) / Personal Assistant: 120 vacancies
Qualification: Madhyamik Examination or Equivalent; elementary computer knowledge; English typing 30 WPM; ability to read, write and speak Bengali (exemption for Nepali mother tongue).- Unreserved (UR): 59
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 12
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 9
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 26
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 7
- Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP): 2
- PwBD (UR): 4
- PwBD (SC): 1
Qualification Requirements
Passed Madhyamik (West Bengal Board) or equivalent; elementary knowledge of computer operation; ability to type in English at 30 words per minute; ability to read, write and speak Bengali (exemption for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali). Indian citizens or other nationals declared eligible by the Government of India, subject to certificate-of-eligibility requirements.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 44 years
Application Fees
- General / Unreserved: ₹160
- EWS: ₹160
- OBC: ₹160
- SC/ST Candidates of West Bengal: ₹0
- PwBD Candidates with 40% or More Disability: ₹0
- SC/ST/OBC Candidates of Other States: ₹160
Selection Process
- 1: Paper I: General English written examination. Paper I is held first and its marks contribute to final merit.
- 2: Shortlisting: Based on Paper I results, a limited number of candidates will be admitted to Paper II and Paper III.
- 3: Paper II: Dictation and Transcription examination.
- 4: Paper III: Computer Typing examination (typing speed and accuracy assessed).
- 5: Final merit list prepared using combined marks of Papers I, II and III, subject to qualifying criteria.
- 6: Pre-appointment medical fitness examination and verification of antecedents and documents.
How to Apply
- Visit the official WBPSC website at https://psc.wb.gov.in.
- Locate Advertisement No. 04/2025 for the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) Schedule A and B Recruitment Examination, 2025.
- Read the detailed advertisement and the separate Scheme and Syllabus.
- Open the advertisement-specific online application facility on the website.
- Register or sign in with candidate credentials on the WBPSC portal.
- Enter personal, educational qualification, age and contact information as required.
- Provide reservation and category details, if applicable, and upload supporting documents as requested.
- Declare computer typing and language eligibility particulars as requested by the portal.
- Provide required photo identity and supporting information; review the application carefully.
- Pay the prescribed Rs. 160 application fee and applicable service charges, unless exempted.
- Submit the application before 7 November 2026 at 3:30 PM.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
- Use the Edit facility (available once) between 10 November 2026 and 13 November 2026, up to 3:30 PM, if permitted fields need correction.
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- Last Date for Online Fee Payment:
- Application Edit Window Opens:
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- Age Calculation Date:
- Tentative Examination Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Applicants must have passed the Madhyamik Examination or an equivalent examination conducted by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education.
How do I apply for this WBPSC recruitment?
Apply online via the WBPSC website (https://psc.wb.gov.in). Locate Advertisement No. 04/2025, complete registration, fill the application, upload required documents, pay the fee if applicable and submit before 07-11-2026 3:30 PM.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date to apply online and for online fee payment is 07-11-2026 up to 3:30 PM.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection involves three papers—Paper I (General English), Paper II (Dictation and Transcription) and Paper III (Computer Typing). Final merit is based on combined marks of all three papers, followed by medical fitness and document verification.
What is the pay scale for the English Stenographer posts?
Both Schedule A and Schedule B English Stenographer (Basic Grade) posts carry Pay Level 9 with a pay range of Rs. 28,900–74,500.
