The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has released the official scheme and syllabus for the Clerkship Examination 2024 under Advertisement No. 12/2024. The exam has two written parts: Part-I is an objective MCQ test (100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes) covering English, General Studies and Arithmetic, followed by Part-II, a written conventional test (100 marks, 60 minutes) covering English and a regional language. Candidates who qualify in both parts are then assessed on computer operation and typing. The standard of the examination is similar to that of the Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must know before starting preparation. First, the standard is Madhyamik (Class 9-10). Candidates who over-prepare advanced material waste time — master Class 9-10 English, Arithmetic and General Knowledge first. Second, Part-II is a written conventional test (not MCQ). You will draft reports, write precis and do translations by hand within 60 minutes. Practise writing speed and structure, not just knowledge. Third, the official syllabus does not specify negative marking or qualifying marks. Do not assume – check the official notification at psc.wb.gov.in before the exam.
WBPSC Clerk Syllabus 2026: Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) |
| Examination | Clerkship Examination 2024 |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2024 |
| Exam Standard | Madhyamik (Class 9-10, West Bengal Board of Secondary Education) |
| Selection Stages | Part-I (Objective) + Part-II (Written) + Computer Operation and Typing |
| Part-I Total Questions | 100 |
| Part-I Total Marks | 100 (1 mark per question) |
| Part-I Duration | 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes) |
| Part-II Total Marks | 100 (Group-A 50 + Group-B 50) |
| Part-II Duration | 1 hour |
| Negative Marking | Not mentioned in official syllabus |
| Qualifying Marks | Not specified – check psc.wb.gov.in |
| Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in |
WBPSC Clerk Exam Pattern 2026
Part-I Exam Pattern (Objective Type)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 30 | 30 | Combined 90 min |
| General Studies | 40 | 40 | Combined 90 min |
| Arithmetic | 30 | 30 | Combined 90 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
Each question carries 1 mark. Negative marking is not mentioned in the official syllabus.
Part-II Exam Pattern (Conventional/Written Type)
| Group | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group-A | English | 50 | Combined 60 min |
| Group-B | Bengali / Hindi / Urdu / Nepali / Santali (candidate’s choice) | 50 | Combined 60 min |
| Total | 100 | 60 minutes |
Stage 3: Computer Operation and Typing Assessment
Elementary knowledge of computer operation and the ability to type on a computer. This stage is conducted only for candidates who qualify in both Part-I and Part-II. Marks, typing speed requirement and duration are not specified in the official scheme.
WBPSC Clerk Selection Process 2026
| Stage | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | Objective MCQ | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Part-II | Conventional/Written | 100 | 60 minutes |
| Computer Operation and Typing | Assessment (post-qualification) | Not specified | Not specified |
Note: The scheme does not specify qualifying marks for each stage, the weightage of each stage in the final merit list, or the typing speed requirement. These must be verified from the official notification at psc.wb.gov.in.
WBPSC Clerk Syllabus 2026: Part-I
1. English (30 Questions, 30 Marks)
- Fundamentals of the English language
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence structure
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Correct usage
2. General Studies (40 Questions, 40 Marks)
- Matters of everyday observation, including everyday science
- Current events and problems, with special reference to India
- Elementary knowledge of Indian History
- Elementary knowledge of Indian Geography
3. Arithmetic (30 Questions, 30 Marks)
- Divisibility
- Fractions
- Decimals and recurring decimals
- Simplification
- HCF and LCM
- Partnership
- Average
- Ratio and proportions
- Percentage
- Simple interest
- Profit and loss
- Time and distance
- Area of rectangles and squares
WBPSC Clerk Syllabus 2026: Part-II
4. Group-A: English (50 Marks)
- Drafting of a report in English from points or materials supplied
- Condensing of a prose passage (summary or precis writing)
- Translation into English from Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali (as applicable)
5. Group-B: Bengali / Hindi / Urdu / Nepali / Santali (50 Marks)
- Drafting of a report from points or materials supplied (in the chosen language)
- Condensing of a prose passage (summary or precis writing, in the chosen language)
- Translation from English into Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali (as applicable)
How to Prepare for WBPSC Clerkship Exam 2026
Six preparation steps based on the exam pattern and syllabus:
- Build everything at Madhyamik (Class 9-10) standard first. Revise West Bengal Board Class 9-10 English, basic Arithmetic and Indian History and Geography before moving to any advanced material. The questions are set at this level.
- Practise Arithmetic daily with all 13 topics. General Studies (40M) and Arithmetic (30M) together make up 70 out of 100 marks in Part-I. Arithmetic is predictable — cover all listed topics thoroughly.
- For English in Part-I, focus on grammar, synonyms and antonyms, correct usage and sentence structure at Madhyamik level.
- For General Studies, read current events with special focus on India, and cover Indian History and Geography at an elementary level. WB-specific current events are also relevant.
- Practise Part-II writing by hand under time pressure. Part-II is 100 marks in just 60 minutes — 50 minutes for Group-A (English) and 10 minutes per task. Practise report drafting (from bullet points), precis writing and English-Bengali/Hindi translation within strict time limits.
- Start basic computer skills and typing practice early. The typing and computer assessment comes last but catching up at the end is stressful. Regular practice of 15-20 minutes per day keeps you ready.
WBPSC Clerk Syllabus 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Syllabus PDF (WBPSC) | Click Here |
| WBPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. What is the WBPSC Clerkship exam pattern 2026?
Three stages: Part-I (100 MCQ, 100 marks, 90 min) covering English, General Studies and Arithmetic; Part-II (written, 100 marks, 60 min) covering English and one regional language; Computer Operation and Typing assessment for qualifiers.
Q2. What is the standard of the WBPSC Clerkship exam?
Madhyamik level — similar to the Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education.
Q3. What subjects are in Part-I?
English (30M), General Studies (40M) and Arithmetic (30M). Total 100 marks, 100 questions, 90 minutes.
Q4. What is tested in Part-II?
Group-A: English (report drafting, precis writing, translation into English) – 50 marks. Group-B: Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali (report drafting, precis, translation from English) – 50 marks. Total 60 minutes.
Q5. Is there negative marking?
The official scheme does not mention negative marking. Check the latest official notification at psc.wb.gov.in.
Q6. What Arithmetic topics are in the syllabus?
Divisibility, fractions, decimals, simplification, HCF and LCM, partnership, average, ratio and proportions, percentage, simple interest, profit and loss, time and distance, area of rectangles and squares.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official WBPSC Clerkship Examination 2024 Scheme and Syllabus (Advertisement No. 12/2024) published on psc.wb.gov.in. Qualifying marks, negative marking rules and typing speed requirements are not specified in the syllabus document — check the official notification for these details. JobShouter is not associated with WBPSC or the Government of West Bengal. This article is for informational purposes only.
