WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026 for 21 Posts, 8th Pass Apply Offline
West Bengal Police has released the WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026 notices for the engagement of temporary drivers on a contract basis in four units: the Sealdah GRP District, the State Armed Police (SAP) 6th Battalion in Barrackpore, the Special Striking Force (SSF) Battalion in Barrackpore and the Diamond Harbour Police District. A total of 21 Driver posts will be filled, each with a consolidated pay of Rs. 16,000 per month. All these WB Police Driver vacancies are sanctioned under G.O. No. 2980-PL/PB/3P-08/2017 dated 30.09.2026 of the Home & Hill Affairs Department, Government of West Bengal.
Candidates who have passed Class 8, hold a valid four-wheeler driving licence, are 21 to 40 years old and have driving experience can apply offline. Applications must reach the concerned office within 14 days of the notice being published on the website. Selection is through a driving test and interview, with no written exam. Since this is an offline, 8th pass government driver job in West Bengal, candidates from Kolkata, North 24 Parganas and South 24 Parganas should apply quickly. For other West Bengal Police updates, read the Kolkata Police Constable Result 2026 and the WBPSC WB Police Clerk Recruitment 2026. This article covers the unit-wise WB Police Driver vacancy, salary, eligibility, selection process, application address and how to apply, all taken from the official notices.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026
➤ Units: Sealdah GRP, SAP 6th Battalion, SSF Battalion, Diamond Harbour Police District
➤ Total posts: 21 Drivers (contract basis)
➤ Salary: Rs. 16,000 per month (consolidated)
➤ Qualification: Class 8 pass + valid four-wheeler driving licence
➤ Experience: 2 years (3 years for Diamond Harbour)
➤ Age limit: 21 to 40 years as on the date of advertisement
➤ Mode of application: Offline (drop box / speed post)
➤ Last date: Within 14 days of publication on the website
➤ Selection: Driving test + interview + medical
➤ Contract period: 1 year (renewable)
➤ Official website: wbpolice.gov.in
Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Unit-wise Vacancy
- Eligibility Criteria
- Selection Process and Marks
- Where to Submit the Application
- Documents Required
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The WB Police Driver notices are dated October 2026. Each notice says the last date to receive applications is within 14 days of publication on the website. An exact closing date is not printed, so candidates should submit the form as soon as possible. The important dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Government sanction (G.O. No. 2980) | 30 September 2026 |
| IGP (HQ) Org. order | 6 October 2026 |
| SAP 6th Bn and Diamond Harbour notices dated | 13 October 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | Within 14 days of publication on the website (Diamond Harbour: website and newspapers) |
| Driving test and interview | Shortlisted candidates will be informed (SSF: by SMS/call) |
WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview
The West Bengal Police Driver Recruitment 2026 is a purely temporary, contract-based engagement for one year. The key details are summarised below.
| Department | West Bengal Police, Home & Hill Affairs Department |
| Post name | Driver (Temporary / Contractual Basis) |
| Total posts | 21 |
| Salary | Rs. 16,000 per month (subject to statutory deductions) |
| Contract period | 1 year from execution of the contract, renewable on satisfactory performance |
| Qualification | Class 8 pass |
| Licence | Valid four-wheeler driving licence |
| Age limit | 21 – 40 years |
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the notices |
| Mode of application | Offline |
| Job location | Kolkata, North 24 Parganas (Barrackpore), South 24 Parganas (Diamond Harbour) |
WB Police Driver Vacancy 2026 Unit-wise
The WB Police contractual driver vacancy 2026 is spread across four units. The Diamond Harbour Police District has the most driver posts (8). The unit-wise vacancy and experience requirement are given below.
| Unit | Posts | Experience Required | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superintendent of Railway Police, Sealdah GRP District | 5 | 2 years | Rs. 16,000 |
| State Armed Police 6th Battalion, Barrackpore | 4 | 2 years | Rs. 16,000 |
| Special Striking Force Battalion, Barrackpore | 4 | 2 years | Rs. 16,000 |
| SP, Diamond Harbour Police District | 8 | 3 years | Rs. 16,000 |
| Total | 21 |
WB Police Contractual Driver Eligibility 2026
The WB Police Driver eligibility is almost the same in all four notices. The main difference is that Diamond Harbour asks for 3 years of driving experience. The WB Police Driver eligibility criteria are given below.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality / Domicile | Citizen of India and permanent resident of West Bengal |
| Local preference | SAP 6th Bn and SSF: residents of Barrackpore Police Commissionerate area preferred; Diamond Harbour: residents of Diamond Harbour Police District preferred |
| Age limit | 21 to 40 years as on the date of advertisement |
| Educational qualification | Class VIII passed from a recognised school |
| Technical qualification | Valid four-wheeler driving licence |
| Experience (Sealdah GRP, SAP 6th Bn, SSF) | At least 2 years of driving in a Government / Quasi Government organisation / Registered Pvt. Ltd. Company etc. |
| Experience (Diamond Harbour) | At least 3 years of driving experience with documents |
WB Police Driver Selection Process 2026
There is no written exam in the WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026. If too many applications are received, candidates will first be shortlisted based on educational qualification and driving experience. Shortlisted candidates will then take a driving test and interview. The marks distribution is given below.
| Unit | Marks Distribution | Full Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Sealdah GRP, SAP 6th Bn, SSF | Driving Test – 20, Interview – 20 | 40 |
| Diamond Harbour Police District | Driving Test – 10, Concept of Road Signal – 10, Concept of Parking – 10, Concept of Mechanical – 10, Interview – 10 | 50 |
After the driving test and interview:
- A merit list will be prepared and published on wbpolice.gov.in (Sealdah GRP: sealdahgrp.wb.gov.in) and on the unit notice board.
- Provisionally selected candidates must pass a medical fitness test (SSF: at Brigade Hospital).
- Selected candidates must submit a Police Clearance Certificate or undergo verification at the time of joining (SSF: PCC from pcc.wb.gov.in).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the driving test and interview.
WB Police Driver Application Address 2026
The application must be sent to the correct unit office. The address and mode of submission for each unit are given below.
| Unit | Mode | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Sealdah GRP | Drop box (in person) or Speed Post | Office of the Superintendent of Railway Police, Sealdah GRP District, 20 Dumdum Road, Kolkata – 700030 |
| SAP 6th Battalion | Drop box (in person) or Speed Post | Office of the Commandant, State Armed Police 6th Battalion, Barrackpore, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal – 700120 |
| SSF Battalion | Drop box in person only (not by post), during office hours | MT Section, Office of the Commandant, Special Striking Force Battalion, Latbagan, Barrackpore, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal – 700120 |
| Diamond Harbour Police District | Drop box (in person) or Speed Post | Office of the Superintendent of Police, Diamond Harbour Police District, P.O. Pailan Hat, P.S. Bishnupur, Kolkata – 700104 |
Envelope: Write "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DRIVER (CONTRACTUAL), 2026" on the envelope (Diamond Harbour: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DRIVER CONTRACTUAL BASIS, 2026").
Documents Required for WB Police Driver Application
Attach self-attested copies of the following documents with the application form:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID Card
- PAN Card
- Four-wheeler Driving Licence
- Educational qualification certificate (Class 8 or above)
- Driving experience certificate
- One recent passport-size photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm), self-attested, pasted on the top right of the form
All original documents will be checked at the time of the interview.
How to Apply for WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026
The WB Police Driver application form 2026 is attached with each notice. Follow the steps below.
- Download the notice and application form of the unit you want to apply for from the links below.
- Print the application form on white A4 size paper.
- Fill it in CAPITAL / BLOCK letters: name, father's name, address, date of birth, qualification, bank details, licence details, Aadhaar number, past experience and criminal case declaration.
- Paste a self-attested passport-size photo and sign the declaration.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Put the form in an envelope with the required superscription.
- Submit it in the drop box of the concerned office or send it by Speed Post (SSF accepts only in-person submission) within 14 days of publication.
Note: Incomplete applications or those without the required documents will be rejected. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification. Contractual drivers will not be absorbed into the regular government establishment.
WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many posts are there in WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026?
There are 21 posts in total: Sealdah GRP 5, SAP 6th Battalion 4, SSF Battalion 4 and Diamond Harbour Police District 8.
Q2. What is the salary of a WB Police contractual driver?
Rs. 16,000 per month (consolidated), subject to statutory deductions.
Q3. What is the qualification for WB Police Driver 2026?
Class 8 pass with a valid four-wheeler driving licence and 2 years of driving experience (3 years for Diamond Harbour).
Q4. What is the last date to apply for the WB Police Driver post?
Applications must reach the office within 14 days of the notice being published on the website.
Q5. Is there a written exam for WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026?
No. Selection is based on a driving test and interview, followed by a medical test.
Q6. Can I apply online for WB Police Driver 2026?
No. The application is offline only, by drop box or speed post at the concerned office.
WB Police Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Sealdah GRP Driver Notice & Application Form (5 Posts) | Download PDF |
| SAP 6th Battalion Driver Notice (4 Posts) | Download PDF |
| SSF Battalion Driver Notice & Application Form (4 Posts) | Download PDF |
| Diamond Harbour Police District Driver Notice & Application Form (8 Posts) | Download PDF |
| West Bengal Police Official Website | wbpolice.gov.in |
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