WBP Constable – 10255 Vacancy
Online applications are being accepted by the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) for 10255 positions of Constable and Lady Constable. For the WBP Constable Recruitment 2024, eligible and interested applicants may only apply online via the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board’s (WBPRB) official website (see the link provided below). 2024/13 WBPRB/NOTICE (CONS._WBP_24).
Constables will be needed by the West Bengal Police starting in 2024. Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 30, with some exceptions for particular groups. In addition to being fluent in Bengali, they must have passed the Madhyamik Examination. Personnel in the NVF/Home Guard must have completed three years of duty. Certificates of assets and income are required for EWS candidates. The online application period runs from March 7 to April 5, and the editing window is open from April 8 to April 14. After this time, modifications won’t be permitted.
Vacancy
The Vacancies for the West Bengal Police Constable Recruitment 2024 is as follows–
| Category | Number of vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Male: 1224 Female: 510 | 1734 |
| Unreserved (E.C.) | Male: 851 Female: 362 | 1213 |
| Unreserved (NVF & HG) | Male: 576 Female: 240 | 816 |
| Unreserved (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 576 Female: 240 | 816 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | Male: 576 Female: 240 | 816 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) (E.C.) | Male: 197 Female: 83 | 280 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Male: 720 Female: 300 | 1020 |
| Scheduled Caste (E.C.) | Male: 463 Female: 196 | 659 |
| Scheduled Caste (NVF & HG) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Scheduled Caste (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Male: 144 Female: 60 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribe (E.C.) | Male: 133 Female: 56 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribe (NVF & HG) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribe (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (OBC-A) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (E.C.) | Male: 197 Female: 84 | 281 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (NVF & HG) | Male: 144 Female: 60 | 204 |
| Other Backward Classes – A (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 144 Female: 60 | 204 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (OBC-B) | Male: 216 Female: 90 | 306 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (E.C.) | Male: 131 Female: 56 | 187 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (NVF & HG) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Other Backward Classes – B (Civic Volunteers/Village Police Volunteers) | Male: 72 Female: 30 | 102 |
| Total | 7228 | 10255 |
WB Police Constable Eligibility 2024
Qualifications for the 2024 WBP Constable Recruitment To be considered for the West Bengal Police’s constable recruitment process, applicants must fulfill certain eligibility requirements. They ought to have received a passing grade on the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education’s Madhyamik Examination, or something comparable. Language proficiency in Bengali is also necessary. However, those who live permanently in the districts of Darjeeling and Kalimpong are exempt from this linguistic requirement.
| Eligibility Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Age | Minimum 18 years old and maximum 30 years old as of January 1, 2024. |
| Education | Must have passed the Madhyamik Examination or its equivalent from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education. |
| Language | Proficiency in Bengali is required, except for permanent residents of hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts who are exempt under the West Bengal Official Language Act, 1961. |
Application Costs
Fees for WBP Constable 2024 applications and processing
Hiring:
Every category with the exception of West Bengal-only Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe:
Application Fee: Rs. 150
Processing Fee: Rs. 20
Total Amount: Rs. 170
Scheduled Caste (West Bengal only):
Application Fee: Nil
Processing Fee: Rs. 20
Total Amount: Rs. 20
Scheduled Tribe (West Bengal only):
Application Fee: Nil
Processing Fee: Rs. 20
Selection Process
The following steps are part of the West Bengal Police’s selection procedure for WBP Constable positions:
Written Examination:
Time: One Hour
Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) based on OMR
Total Marks: 85
Subjects: General Knowledge (25 marks ), General Awareness
Elementary Mathematics (25 marks), English (10 marks),
Logical Analysis and Reasoning (25 marks)
Negative marking: one-fourth of the total score for every wrong answer.
Total Amount: Rs. 20
The application price is waived for SC/ST candidates (limited to West Bengal) but they still have to pay a Rs. 20 processing fee. During verification, they must present their SC/ST certificates; else, their candidature will be rejected.
Physical Measurement Test (PMT):
- Qualifying in nature
- Tests height, weight, and chest measurement (for male candidates) using Electronic Machines and measuring tape
Physical Efficiency Test (PET):
- Qualifying in nature
- Candidates who pass PMT proceed to PET
- Timing of runners recorded using Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID)
- Only one chance is given to PET
Interview:
- Maximum Marks: 15
- All candidates who pass PET are called for an interview
- Tests general awareness, suitability for public service, and proficiency in Bengali/Nepali language
Final Selection:
- Based on marks obtained in the Written Examination and Interview.
- A merit list of provisionally selected candidates will be prepared by the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board.
WBP Constable How to Apply 2024
Go to the official website of the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board to apply. The online application must be completed between March 7, 2024, and April 5, 2024. Make sure you thoroughly read the instructions. From April 8, 2024, to April 14, 2024, you can make changes to the information on your application. You will receive a Registration/Acknowledgment Slip upon payment; please safeguard it. No papers need to be sent at this time.
- Visit the official website of the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board.
- Fill out the online application form between March 7, 2024, and April 5, 2024.
- Ensure you follow the provided instructions carefully.
- Edit your application details, if needed, from April 8, 2024, to April 14, 2024.
- Make the required payment.
- Print the Registration/Acknowledgement Slip.
Important Dates
Starting Date of Online Application: 07-03-2024
Closing Date of Online Application: 05-04-2024
The above-given information is in brief. Before applying Online please go through the officially released Advertisement
Official website of West Bengal Police Recruitment Board — www,prb.wb.gov.in
