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West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has conducted the WBPSC Food SI Exam 2024 for 480 Food Sub Inspector vacancies. Lakhs of candidates appeared for the exam and now they are waiting for the Food SI Result 2024 which is expected to be released in April 2024. Those who qualify will appear for the Interview stage. Complete details regarding the WBPSC Food SI Result 2024 are shared below.
WBPSC Food SI Exam 2024
The WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 Exam is being conducted for recruiting eligible candidates for 480 Food Sub Inspector posts in the Subordinate Food & Supplies Service, Grade-III, under the Food & Supplies Department, Govt. of West Bengal. The selection of the candidates will be done through a Written Test and a Personality Test. The Written Exam will be MCQ-based and the total marks is 100 and the interview marks are 20. Candidates can check the WBPSC Food SI Syllabus, Previous Year Papers, Cut off, and, Salary details below.
WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024- Overview
West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has conducted the WBPSC Food SI Examination 2024 to select eligible candidates. Those who get selected will get a salary of Rs 5,400-Rs.25,200/- per month. You can check the WBPSC Food SI 2024 Overview of the recruitment process here.
WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 Overview | |
Organization | West Bengal Public Service Commission |
Exam Name | WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 |
Category | Govt Jobs |
Advt.No | 04/2023 |
Post Name | WBPSC Food SI in the Subordinate Food & Supplies Service, Grade III |
Vacancy | 480 |
Selection Process | Written Exam, Interview |
Age Limit | 18-40 years |
Qualification | Passed Madhyamik Examination |
Job Location | West Bengal |
Salary | Pay Scale of Rs. 5,400-Rs.25,200/- |
WBPSC Official Website | wbpsc.gov.in |
WBPSC Food SI 2024: Important Dates
WBPSC has announced the exam date for the recruitment of WBPSC Food Sub-Inspector (SI). The Written Exam was held on the 16th (Saturday) and 17th of March 2024 (Sunday) and result is expected to be released in April 2024. The dates for the personality test will be notified later on.
WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 Exam Date | |
Events | Date |
WBPSC Food SI Short Notice Release | 10th May 2023 |
WBPSC Food SI Detailed Notification Release Date | 23rd August 2023 |
WBPSC Food SI Apply Online Starts | 23rd August 2023 |
WBPSC Food SI Last date to Apply and Fee Submission | 20th September 2023 |
Closing date for submission of fees through offline | 21st September 2023 |
WBPSC Food SI Written Exam Date 2023 | 16th and 17th March 2024 |
WBPSC Food SI Admit Card 2024 | 2nd March 2024 |
WBPSC Food SI Result 2024 | April 2024 |
WBPSC Food SI Interview | To be released |
WBPSC Food SI Notification PDF
The Notification PDF contains detailed information about the eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, and application procedure. Candidates can download the WBPSC Food SI Notification PDF through the link provided here and must read it carefully before applying for recruitment.
WBPSC Food SI 2024 Detailed Notification PDF
WBPSC Food SI 2024 Vacancy
The WBPSC has announced the exact number of vacancies for the post of WBPSC Food SI. WBPSC has released existing vacancies for 480 posts and 29 Backlog vacancies. Candidates can check the WBPSC Food SI Vacancy category-wise. The category-wise WBPSC Food SI Vacancy 2024 has been notified in the official notification.
Category | Number of Vacancies |
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Unreserved | 220 |
Scheduled Caste (SC) | 97 |
Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 29 |
Other Backward Class (OBC) – Category A | 48 |
Other Backward Class (OBC) – Category B | 34 |
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) – Blindness & Low Vision | 05 |
SC PwBD (Locomotor disability including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy) | 04 |
PwBD (Deaf & Hard of hearing) | 05 |
PwBD (Autism, Intellectual disability, specific learning disability, mental illness & multiple disabilities) | 05 |
Ex-Service Men | 24 |
Meritorious Sportsperson (Unreserved) | 09 |
WBPSC Food SI Apply Online
The commission has released the notification and the application process started on its official website. Candidates applied for the Food Sub Inspector post on the official website @www.wbpsc.gov.in. The link to apply for the WBPSC Food SI post is given here.
WBPSC Food SI Apply Online (Inactive)
WBPSC Food SI Application Fee 2024
Candidates who are applying for the Food Sub-Inspector post can pay the application fee while filling out the application form through a debit/credit or internet banking.
WBPSC Food SI Application Fee | |
Category | Fee (Rs.) |
General | 110/- |
SC/ST/PWD of West Bengal | NIL |
WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024: Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for the Food SI post, candidates must check the WBPSC Food SI Eligibility Criteria. The updated and detailed eligibility criteria have been released. You can check the minimum eligibility criteria here.
- Candidates must have Indian nationality or any other nationality as considered eligible by the Govt. of India.
- Candidates must have sound health and the ability to undertake extensive tours to rural areas in West Bengal.
WBPSC Food SI Age Limit 2024
For the WBPSC Food SI Recruitment, candidates are required to be in the age group of 18-40 years. However, candidates belonging to the reserved category have been provided upper-age relaxation as mentioned below. This relaxation is for the SC/ST/PwD/BC/ESM of West Bengal candidates only, and candidates of this category from other states will be treated as General category
WBPSC Food SI Upper Age Relaxation | |
Category | Years Relaxed |
SC/ST | 5 years |
BC (Creamy layer)/ESM | 3 years |
PWD | up to 45 years |
WBPSC Food SI Educational Qualification 2024
Candidates are required to have the following qualifications:
- Must have passed the Madhyamik Examination of the WBSE Board or its equivalent.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak Bengali/Nepali (Not required for those whose mother tongue is Nepali).
WBPSC SI Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
The WBPSC Food SI Selection process is expected to comprise
- Written examination (100 Marks) (MCQ type)
- Interview. (20 Marks)
The written exam will test the candidates’ knowledge in subjects such as general studies and arithmetic. Candidates who qualify for the written exam will be called for the interview round, where their communication skills, personality, and knowledge of the subject will be evaluated. The final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in both rounds, and the merit list will be published on the WBPSC website.
WBPSC Food SI Exam Pattern 2024
The WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 exam pattern includes General Studies and Arithmetic subjects. the marks distribution is given below and the duration of the exam is 90 minutes. The WBPSC Food SI Personality test will be of 20 marks and merit will be formed on the basis of the marks of the written test and interview.
Paper | Subject | Question Type | Total Marks | Duration |
Written Exam | General Studies | Objective | 100 | 90 Minutes |
Arithmetic | Objective | |||
Personality Test | 20 |
WBPSC Food SI Qualifying Marks
WBPSC Food SI Qualifying Marks: Candidates must know the qualifying marks required for the WBPSC Food SI Exam. The Table given below mentions the WBPSC Food SI qualifying marks for different category candidates. These marks include both the written test and personality test.
Category | Qualifying Marks |
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General | 40% |
OBC (A & B) | 38% |
SC | 35% |
ST | 30% |
PwBD (Persons with Disabilities) | 30% |
Ex-Servicemen | 30% |
Meritorious Sports Person | 40% |
WBPSC Food SI 2024 Syllabus
WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 Syllabus: Candidates must go through the syllabus first for the preparation of the exam. The written exam consists of General Studies and mathematics-based questions. Check out the topics given below.
WBPSC Food SI Syllabus | |
General Studies |
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Arithmetic |
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WBPSC Food SI Syllabus 2024- Click to Check
WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 Cut-off
The WBPSC Food SI Cut-off refers to the minimum qualifying marks set by the West Bengal Public Service Commission for the recruitment of Sub-Inspectors in the Food and Supplies Department. It is based on factors such as the number of vacancies and the performance of candidates in the selection process. The cut-off score determines the eligibility of candidates for further stages of the recruitment process. Check out the previous year’s cut-off for the WBPSC Food SI here.
WBPSC Food SI Cut-Off 2024 – Click Here
WBPSC Food SI Previous Year Question Papers
WBPSC Food SI previous year papers are invaluable resources for aspiring candidates preparing for the WBPSC Food SI in the Food and Supplies Department. These papers provide a comprehensive understanding of the exam pattern, and question types, and help candidates gauge their level of preparation. Solving previous year’s papers enhances time management skills and allows candidates to identify their strengths and weaknesses, thereby enabling targeted preparation for the exam.
WBPSC Food SI Previous Year Question Papers – Click To Check
Food SI 2024 Salary
The WBPSC has mentioned the updated WBPSC Food SI salary in the official notification. You can check the salary package here. The WBPSC Food SI Salary is Rs.22,700/- to 58,500/- per month.
WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 Salary Structure | |
Pay Level | 6th |
Pay Scale | Rs.22,700/- to 58,500/- |
Allowances | DA, MA, HRA |
Food SI Job Profile
The job profile of a WBPSC Food SI (Sub-Inspector) involves the following responsibilities and duties in West Bengal.
- enforcing and monitoring various aspects of the food and supplies department
- responsibilities include conducting inspections, ensuring food safety and quality
- addressing consumer complaints
- maintaining records and
- assisting in the implementation of government policies related to food distribution and supply.
It requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding food regulations to ensure public health and consumer satisfaction.
Food SI Exam Center List 2024
The WBPSC Food SI exam center list includes various cities and towns across West Bengal where the recruitment examination for Sub-Inspectors in the Food and Supplies Department is conducted. The WBPSC Food SI Exam Centers are selected by WBPSC and are typically spread across different districts to facilitate the participation of candidates from different regions. WBPSC selects exam centers based on facilities available, the convenience of the candidates, conveyance facilities, etc. Candidates are usually assigned exam centers based on their specific preferences and availability. The complete list of the WBPSC Food SI Exam centers will be released soon.
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