Overview संक्षिप्त विवरण
The Public Service Commission, West Bengal will hold the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A & B Recruitment Examination, 2025 (Advt. No. 04/2025) for 266 posts – 146 in Schedule 'A' and 120 in Schedule 'B'.
Candidates who have passed Madhyamik and can type 30 words per minute in English on a computer can apply online from 18 October to 7 November 2026 (3:30 PM). The first paper is planned in Kolkata around December 2026.
Total No. of Vacancies
- Number of Posts
- 266
- Recruiter
- Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC)
Application Dates
- Starting Date to Apply
- 18-10-2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 07-11-2026
Salary
- Salary
- Pay Level 9 (Rs. 28,900 – Rs. 74,500) under WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification
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Madhyamik (WBBSE) or equivalent
Elementary knowledge of computer operation with typing speed of 30 words per minute in English
Ability to read, write and speak Bengali (not required for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali)
Age Limit
- Age Limit
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18 to 44 years as on 01-01-2025 (born between 02-01-1981 and 01-01-2007).
Relaxation for West Bengal candidates: SC/ST 5 years, OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years; PwBD up to 45 years.
No upper age limit for certain permanent West Bengal government typists/stenographers (see advertisement).
Application Fees
- Fees by Category
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Rs. 160 plus service charges (online only)
SC/ST of West Bengal and PwBD (40% and above): no fee
OBC candidates of West Bengal pay the usual fee
Selection Process
- Selection Process
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Paper-I: General English (100 marks) – held first, in Kolkata
Paper-II: Dictation & Transcription (400 marks) and Paper-III: Computer Typing (100 marks) for candidates shortlisted from Paper-I
Final merit list on all three papers together
Bengali knowledge test for candidates whose mother tongue is not Bengali/Nepali
How to Apply
- How to Apply
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Apply online only on https://psc.wb.gov.in between 18-10-2026 and 07-11-2026 (3:30 PM).
Edit window: 10-11-2026 to 13-11-2026 (3:30 PM).
Important Links
- Apply Online
- Open apply online
- Official Notification PDF
- Open official notification pdf
- Official Website
- Open official website
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Frequently asked questions अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What is the last date to apply for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025 is 07 November 2026. Online applications started on 18 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
A total of 266 posts have been announced by Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC). See the official notification for the category-wise break-up.
What qualification is required for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
Madhyamik (WBBSE) or equivalent Elementary knowledge of computer operation with typing speed of 30 words per minute in English Ability to read, write and speak Bengali (not required for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali)
What is the age limit for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
18 to 44 years as on 01-01-2025 (born between 02-01-1981 and 01-01-2007). Relaxation for West Bengal candidates: SC/ST 5 years, OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years; PwBD up to 45 years. No upper age limit for certain permanent West Bengal government typists/stenographers (see advertisement). Age relaxation applies to reserved categories as per government rules.
What is the application fee for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
Rs. 160 plus service charges (online only) SC/ST of West Bengal and PwBD (40% and above): no fee OBC candidates of West Bengal pay the usual fee
What is the salary for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
Pay Level 9 (Rs. 28,900 – Rs. 74,500) under WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019
How to apply for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025?
Read the official notification carefully, then apply on the official website (psc.wb.gov.in). Fill in the form, upload your photo and signature, pay the fee if applicable, and keep a printout of the submitted form.
Always confirm dates, eligibility and fees in the official notification before applying. Government Job Desk never charges any fee and is not a government website.