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The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) is going to conduct the WBP Constable 2024 written exam very soon. Eligible candidates who applied for the post, are now required to appear for the Written Exam. Through this exam, the WBPRB will recruit 11749 Constables.
As soon as the WBP Constable exam date announces we will update you here. Interested candidates can go through the article to learn more about the WBP Constable Selection Process, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Admit Card, and vacancy details in this article below. Stay tuned with us to get all the updates regarding WBP Constable Recruitment 2024.
WBP Constable Exam Date 2024
The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) has already finished the online application process and the next stage in this recruitment cycle is the Written Exam which is OMR-based in the MCQ pattern (you can read the exam pattern details below). The candidates are advised to stay connected with us or save this page by sharing in your personal WhatsApp to get the updates of WBP Constable written exam date 2024.
This written exam will decide whether you get selected for the PET stage or not. So, if you are one of the candidates who applied for the exam, must keep an eye on the official website or simply follow our page to get latest updates about the exam schedule which will be revealed at www.prb.wb.gov.in or www.wbpolice.gov.in.
WB Police Constable Recruitment 2024- Overview
Regarding WBP Constable Recruitment 2024, candidates must make sure that they follow all the directions correctly to avoid any issues. It is important to know about each detail regarding the recruitment process. Check the overview of the WBP Constable Examination 2024 here.
| WB Police Constable Recruitment 2024 | |
| Organization | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) |
| Post Name | Constable |
| Vacancy | 11,749 |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Advt. No. | 2024/13 (CONS._WBP_24) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, PMT, PET, Interview, Medical Exam |
| Job Location | West Bengal |
| Official website | www.prb.wb.gov.in or www.wbpolice.gov.in |
WBP Constable Notification 2024
The official WBP Constable Notification 2024 PDF contains details related to the entire recruitment process. The document carries details like the selection process, how to apply, application fee, exam pattern, vacancy, etc. The WBPRB is going to organize the WBP Constable Recruitment 2024 process for the post of Constable in the WB Police Department. The selection will be done based on the Written Exam, PMT, PET, Interview, and Medical Examination. Click on the link below to download the WB Constable Notification 2024 PDF.
Download WB Police Constable Recruitment 2024 Notification PDF
WBP Constable 2024 Important Dates
The WB Police Constable Exam dates 2024 for the Written Exam, PET, PMT, and Interview will be notified in due course of time and it will be updated in the table below.
| WB Police Constable Recruitment 2024: Important Dates | |
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release | 5th March 2024 |
| Apply Online Starts | 7th March 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5th April 2024 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | TBA |
WBP Constable Vacancy 2024
The WBPRP has revised the WBP Constable Vacancy 2024 and the new vacancy is 11,749 out of which 8212 is for male candidates and 3537 is for female candidates. The various category-wise vacancy distribution is mentioned in the table below.
Candidates can check the availability of vacancies for their particular category below. Candidates can also download the Revised WBP Constable Vacancy 2024 Notice through the direct link given below the table.
| WBP Constable Vacancy 2024 (Revised) |
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| Sl. No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Â Total | |
| Â | Male | Female | ||
| 1 | Unreserved (UR) | 840 | 360 | 1200 |
| 2 | Unreserved (E.C.) | 1007 | 440 | 1447 |
| 3 | Unreserved (NVF & HG) | 672 | 288 | 960 |
| 4 | Unreserved (Ex-Servicemen) | 336 | 144 | 480 |
| 5 | Unreserved (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | 672 | 288 | 960 |
| 6 | Unreserved (Sports Quota) | 168 | 72 | 240 |
| 7 | Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 588 | 252 | 840 |
| 8 | Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) (E.C.) | 233 | 101 | 334 |
| 9 | Scheduled Caste | 672 | 288 | 960 |
| 10 | Scheduled Caste (E.C.) | 547 | 238 | 785 |
| 11 | Scheduled Caste (NVF & HG) | 252 | 108 | 360 |
| 12 | Scheduled Caste (Ex-Servicemen) | 84 | 36 | 120 |
| 13 | Scheduled Caste (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | 252 | 108 | 360 |
| 14 | Scheduled Tribe | 168 | 72 | 240 |
| 15 | Scheduled Tribe (E.C.) | 157 | 68 | 223 |
| 16 | Scheduled Tribe (NVF & HG) | 84 | 36 | 120 |
| 17 | Scheduled Tribe (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | 84 | 36 | 120 |
| 18 | OBC-A | 252 | 108 | 360 |
| 19 | OBC-A (E.C.) | 233 | 102 | 335 |
| 20 | OBC-A (NVF & HG) | 168 | 72 | 240 |
| 21 | OBC-A (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | 168 | 72 | 240 |
| 22 | OBC-B | 252 | 108 | 360 |
| 23 | OBC-B (E.C) | 155 | 68 | 223 |
| 24 | OBC-B (NVF & HG) | 84 | 36 | 120 |
| 25 | OBC-B (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | 84 | 36 | 120 |
| Total | Â | 8212 | 3537 | 11,749 |
WBP Constable Vacancies 2024 Revised Notice PDF– Click to Download
WBP Constable Apply Online 2024
The WBPRB is the conducting body for the WBP Constable Online Application process and it is now over. The applications were submitted on the portal at www.prb.wb.gov.in or on the WB Police portal at www.wbpolice.gov.in.
WBP Constable Apply Online 2024- (Portal Closed)
Steps to Apply for WBP Constable Recruitment 2024
- Visit the official website of West Bengal Police Recruitment Board at https://prb.wb.gov.in/.
- Click on “Recruitment” and then on View details of Recruitment to the post of Constables in West Bengal Police – 2024.
- Click the “Get Details” button for “Fill up the Application form online,” which will lead you to a new page. On that page, navigate to the section titled “Ongoing Recruitment” and select “The Post of Constables in WBP 2024.”
- After that click on Apply Online and sign up for registration purposes.
- After registration, fill out the application form by providing details, uploading documents, and payment of the application.
- Submit the form and take a printout of it.
WBP Constable Application Fee 2024
The application fee to be paid online for the application form is 170/- and reserved category candidates have to pay Rs. 20/-. This fee is non-refundable and, notably, no exemption is provided to e SC/ST candidates of other States.
| Sl. No. | Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Amount Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | All categories except SC/ST (West Bengal) | Rs. 150 | Rs. 20 | Rs. 170 |
| 2 | Scheduled Caste (West Bengal only) | Nil | Rs. 20 | Rs. 20 |
| 3 | Scheduled Tribe (West Bengal only) | Nil | Rs. 20 | Rs. 20 |
WBP Constable Eligibility Criteria 2024
Before applying for the WBP Constable Recruitment 2024, candidates must go through the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification. The age limit, educational qualification, and physical measurement details are as follows:
WBP Constable Age Limit (As on 01/01/2024)
The minimum age limit is 18 years as of 1/1/2024 and the maximum age limit for all the categories is mentioned in the table below.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 30 years old |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | Up to 35 years old |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | |
| Other Backward Classes-A (OBC-A) | Up to 33 years old |
| Other Backward Classes-B (OBC-B) | |
| Third Gender | |
| Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers | |
| NVF/Home Guards Personnel (West Bengal Police) | As per existing Government Rules |
| Ex-servicemen | Total years of completed service, maximum 40 years |
WBP Constable Qualification
- Educational Qualification: The candidate must have completed the Madhyamik Examination from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or its equivalent.
- Language Requirement: The applicant should possess proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the Bengali language. However, this requirement is waived for individuals who are permanent residents of the hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts. For applicants from the hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts, the regulations specified in the West Bengal Official Language Act, 1961 shall apply.
WBP Constable Physical Measurement
The physical measurement requirements for Male and Female candidates is shown in the table below. It includes height, chest, and weight measurements.
| Gender | Category | Height (Barefoot) (in cm.) | Weight (in kg.) | Chest (in cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Candidates of all categories (other than Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi and Scheduled Tribes) | 167 | 57 | 78 cms. (without expansion) 83 cms. (with expansion – 5 cms.) |
| Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi, and Scheduled Tribes | 160 | 53 | 76 cms. (without expansion) 81 cms. (with expansion – 5 cms.) | |
| Female | Candidates of all categories (other than Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi, and Scheduled Tribes) |
160 | 49 | Not Applicable |
| Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi and Scheduled Tribes | 152 | 45 | ||
| Third Gender | Candidates of all categories (other than Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi, and Scheduled Tribes) |
163 | 52 | Not Applicable |
| Gorkha, Garhwali, Rajbanshi, and Scheduled Tribes | 155 | 48 |
WBP Constable Selection Process
Candidates can check the selection stages involved in the WB Police Constable Recruitment 2024 process. It is important to qualify all these stages in order to get selected.
| WBP Constable 2024 Selection Process | |
| Stage | Description |
| Stage 1 | Written Examination: Eligible applicants will have to appear for a Written Exam which consists of objective type multiple choice questions. The exam consists of 85 questions carrying 85 marks and there is a negative marking of 1/4th mark. |
| Stage 2 | Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates qualifying the Written Examination will proceed to the PMT which evaluates height, weight, and chest (for males). |
| Stage 3 | Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Qualified candidates from the PMT will undertake the PET, which includes a running event under the given duration. It is qualifying in nature |
| Stage 4 | Interviews: This stage assesses candidates’ general awareness and suitability for public service. Proficiency in Bengali/Nepali language will also be evaluated. |
WB Police Constable Exam Pattern 2024
The WBP Constable Exam Pattern 2024 has been shared here. The exam shall be an OMR-based exam that consists of MCQ-type questions and each question carries 1 mark. Also, note that there is a negative marking of 0.25 or 1/4th mark for each wrong answer. The total duration of the exam is 1 hour or 60 minutes. Check the subject-wise distribution of questions and marks in the table below.
| WB Police Constable Exam Pattern 2024 | ||
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness & General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| English | 10 | 10 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning & Logical Analysis | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 85 | 85 |
WB Police Constable Syllabus 2024
The WBP Constable Syllabus 2024Â consists of the following subjects:
- General Awareness & General Knowledge
- General English and Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Logical and Analytical Reasoning
Candidates are required to prepare each subject properly, in order to get good marks in the written exam which will eventually help in clearing the cut off. Each subject includes topics that the candidates have to go through and prepare according to their weaknesses and strengths.
Give more emphasis on the areas where your preparation is weak. After completing the syllabus, assess your preparation by going through the previous year question papers and mock tests. Solve as many questions as you can and work on the shortcomings.
WBP Constable Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
The Physical Efficiency Test (PET) is conducted to test the physical ability/efficiency of the candidates for the Constable post. The job profile of a constable includes patrolling and handling on-site jobs that require physical strength, so it is being assessed to check suitability. The PET criteria vary for Male, Female, and Third Gender candidates and it is mentioned below.
| WBP Constable Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | |
| Category | Events/Duration |
| Male | 1600 meters run in 6 minutes 30 seconds |
| Female | 800 meters run in 4 minutes |
| Third Gender | 800 meters run in 3 minutes 30 seconds |
| Male – Ex-Servicemen | 800 meters run in 3 minutes 30 seconds |
| Female/Third Gender ExServicemen | 800 meters run in 4 minutes 30 seconds |
WBP Constable Admit Card 2024
The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) will release the WB Police Constable Admit Card for the Written exam and other examination stages separately on its official website. Candidates will be able to download the hall ticket by logging in with their registration credentials provided at the time online registration. Here, we will be sharing the admit card link once it gets officially released.
WBP Constable Salary 2024
The salary structure for WBP Constable Recruitment 2024 includes Basic Pay of Rs. 23,700, Dearness Allowance of Rs. 681, House Rent Allowance of Rs. 2,724, and Medical Allowance of Rs. 500, resulting in a Monthly Gross Salary of Rs. 26,605. The structure is as per the norms set by the Government.
| Salary Structure | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Rs. 23,700 |
| Dearness Allowance | Rs. 681 |
| House Rent Allowance | Rs. 2,724 |
| Medical Allowance | Rs. 500 |
| Monthly Gross Salary | Rs. 26,605 |
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