WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for English Stenographer (Basic Grade), Apply Online from 18 October
The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has issued an important announcement for the WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026. The notice is for the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A and B Recruitment Examination, 2025, under Advertisement No. 04/2025. As per Notice No. 350/PSC(I), the Commission will publish the detailed advertisement for the WBPSC English Stenographer exam on its website, psc.wb.gov.in, on 16 October 2026. Online applications will start on 18 October 2026.
The announcement follows Indicative Advertisement No. 04/2025, dated 29 November 2025. Candidates who were waiting for the WBPSC English Stenographer vacancy after the indicative notice can now get ready to apply. The Commission has advised eligible candidates to read the detailed advertisement carefully before submitting the online form. For other Public Service Commission updates, see the WBPSC WB Police Clerk Recruitment 2026 and the WBPSC Miscellaneous Result 2026. This article covers the important dates, overview and how to apply for the WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026, all taken from the official short notice.
Update (17 October 2026): WBPSC has published the detailed advertisement and the scheme and syllabus. There are 266 vacancies: 146 in Schedule 'A' and 120 in Schedule 'B'. The pay is Pay Level-9 (₹28,900 – ₹74,500) under the W.B.S. (ROPA) Rules, 2019. The qualification is Madhyamik pass plus the ability to type at 30 words per minute in English on a computer. The age limit is 18 to 44 years as on 01.01.2025. Online applications run from 18 October to 7 November 2026 (3:30 PM), and the exam is tentatively in December 2026 in Kolkata. All these details are added below.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: WBPSC English Stenographer (Basic Grade) Recruitment 2026
➤ Exam name: English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A and B Recruitment Examination, 2025
➤ Advertisement No.: 04/2025
➤ Short notice: No. 350/PSC(I), dated 15 October 2026
➤ Detailed advertisement: 16 October 2026
➤ Online application starts: 18 October 2026
➤ Vacancy, eligibility, fee and last date: As per detailed advertisement (now out, details below)
➤ Total vacancies: 266 (Schedule A – 146, Schedule B – 120)
➤ Pay: Level-9 (₹28,900 – ₹74,500)
➤ Qualification: Madhyamik + typing 30 wpm in English on computer
➤ Age limit: 18 to 44 years as on 01.01.2025
➤ Fee: ₹160 (nil for SC/ST of WB and PwBD)
➤ Last date: 7 November 2026 (3:30 PM)
➤ Exam: 3 papers, 600 marks, tentatively December 2026 in Kolkata
➤ Official website: psc.wb.gov.in
Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Vacancy, Eligibility and Fee
- Schedule-wise Vacancy
- Eligibility and Age Limit
- Application Fee
- Exam Pattern and Syllabus
- Qualifying Marks and Merit
- Schedule A and B Posts
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
WBPSC has fixed two dates in the short notice for the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) Recruitment Examination 2025. The detailed advertisement comes out on 16 October 2026, and online registration for the WBPSC Stenographer form opens on 18 October 2026. The last date to apply and the exam date have not been given in the short notice. The important dates are listed below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Advertisement No. 04/2025 | 29 November 2025 |
| Short notice (No. 350/PSC(I)) | 15 October 2026 |
| Detailed advertisement on psc.wb.gov.in | 16 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 18 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 7 November 2026 (up to 3:30 PM) |
| Last date to pay fee online | 7 November 2026 (up to 3:30 PM) |
| Edit window | 10 to 13 November 2026 (up to 3:30 PM) |
| Exam date | Tentatively December 2026 (Kolkata) |
WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Overview
The WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Public Service Commission, West Bengal, for English Stenographer (Basic Grade) posts in Schedule A and B. It is a West Bengal government job for candidates with English shorthand skills. The key details of the WBPSC English Stenographer notification are given in the table below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) |
| Address | 161A, S.P. Mukherjee Road, Kolkata – 700 026 |
| Exam name | English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A and B Recruitment Examination, 2025 |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2025 |
| Notice No. | 350/PSC(I) |
| Post | English Stenographer (Basic Grade) |
| Total vacancies | 266 (Schedule A – 146, Schedule B – 120) |
| Pay scale | Pay Level-9 (₹28,900 – ₹74,500), W.B.S. (ROPA) Rules, 2019 |
| Post on appointment | Personal Assistant in the cadre of Schedule 'A' / Schedule 'B' English Stenographer, Basic Grade |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Application starts | 18 October 2026 |
| Job location | West Bengal |
| Official website | psc.wb.gov.in |
WBPSC English Stenographer Vacancy, Eligibility and Fee
The short notice does not give the number of vacancies, the educational qualification, the shorthand and typing speed, the age limit, the application fee or the selection process for the WBPSC English Stenographer (Basic Grade) exam. All of these will be in the detailed advertisement that WBPSC publishes on 16 October 2026. We will update this article with the full vacancy details, eligibility and fee once the detailed advertisement is available on psc.wb.gov.in. The detailed advertisement is now out, and the table below has been updated with the official details.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Total vacancies (Schedule A and B) | 266 (A – 146, B – 120) |
| Educational qualification | Madhyamik or equivalent |
| Shorthand and typing speed | Typing 30 wpm in English (qualification); shorthand dictation at 80 wpm in the exam |
| Age limit | 18 to 44 years as on 01.01.2025 |
| Application fee | ₹160 (nil for SC/ST of WB and PwBD) |
| Selection process | Paper I (General English), Paper II (Dictation & Transcription), Paper III (Computer Typing) |
| Pay scale | Pay Level-9 (₹28,900 – ₹74,500) |
WBPSC Stenographer Schedule-wise Vacancy 2026
The WBPSC English Stenographer vacancy 2026 has 266 posts: 146 in Schedule 'A' and 120 in Schedule 'B'. Reservation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and EWS applies only to candidates from West Bengal. Candidates from other states are treated as Unreserved. The category-wise WBPSC Stenographer vacancy is given below.
| Category | Schedule 'A' | Schedule 'B' | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 72 | 59 | 131 |
| EWS | 15 | 12 | 27 |
| OBC (Non-creamy layer) | 10 | 9 | 19 |
| SC | 31 | 26 | 57 |
| ST | 9 | 7 | 16 |
| Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP) | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| PwBD (UR) | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| PwBD (SC) | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 146 | 120 | 266 |
MSP reservation covers 20 sports, including athletics, football, cricket, hockey, swimming, kabaddi, kho-kho and archery. PwBD candidates need 40% or more disability.
WBPSC Stenographer Eligibility and Age Limit 2026
The WBPSC English Stenographer eligibility is Madhyamik pass with basic computer knowledge and typing at 30 words per minute in English. Candidates must also be able to read, write and speak Bengali (not required if the mother tongue is Nepali). The eligibility and age limit are given below.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification | Madhyamik (WBBSE) or equivalent |
| Computer skill | Elementary computer knowledge; typing at 30 wpm in English on computer |
| Language | Ability to read, write and speak Bengali (not needed for Nepali mother tongue); tested for non-Bengali/Nepali candidates at the typing test |
| Age limit | 18 to 44 years as on 01.01.2025 (born between 2 Jan 1981 and 1 Jan 2007) |
| Age relaxation | SC/ST of WB: 5 years; OBC (NCL) of WB: 3 years; PwBD: up to 45 years |
| No age limit | Permanent Schedule 'B' Stenographers, Typists, Steno-Typists and Clerk-cum-Typists of the Govt. of West Bengal |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
Only the age recorded in the Madhyamik or equivalent certificate is accepted.
WBPSC Stenographer Application Fee 2026
The WBPSC English Stenographer application fee is ₹160 plus service charges, paid online. SC/ST candidates of West Bengal and PwBD candidates do not pay. OBC candidates of West Bengal must pay. The fee details are given below.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹160 + service charges |
| SC / ST (West Bengal) | Exempted |
| PwBD (40% and above) | Exempted |
| SC / ST / OBC of other states | ₹160 (no exemption) |
WBPSC Stenographer Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
The WBPSC English Stenographer exam has three papers with a total of 600 marks. Paper I (General English) is held first in Kolkata. A limited number of candidates are then called for Paper II (Dictation and Transcription) and Paper III (Computer Typing). The WBPSC Stenographer exam pattern and syllabus are given below.
| Paper | Subject / test | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English: spelling, correct use of words, correction of sentences, common phrases, synonyms and antonyms, punctuation | 100 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Paper II | Dictation and Transcription: 6-minute dictation at 80 words per minute, followed by transcription of the shorthand notes on computer | 400 | 1 hour (transcription) |
| Paper III | Computer Typing: at least 30 words per minute | 100 | 10 minutes |
| Total | 600 | ||
The number of errors allowed in Paper II and Paper III will be fixed by the Commission. Writing your name, roll number or any identifying mark in the answer script will cost 10% of the full marks of that paper.
WBPSC Stenographer Qualifying Marks and Merit
The final WBPSC Stenographer merit list is based on the total marks of all three papers. The Commission has fixed the category-wise qualifying marks in aggregate given below. It may also fix separate qualifying marks for each paper.
| Category | Qualifying marks (aggregate) |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / MSP | 40% |
| OBC | 38% |
| SC | 35% |
| ST / PwBD | 30% |
Tie-breaking: higher marks in Dictation and Transcription first, then Typing, then typing accuracy, then typing speed, and finally the older candidate. Selected candidates must also pass a medical board exam and police verification.
WBPSC Schedule A and Schedule B Stenographer Posts
Selected candidates will be appointed as Personal Assistant in the cadre of Schedule 'A' or Schedule 'B' English Stenographer. Schedule 'A' posts are for senior officers, and Schedule 'B' covers all other stenographer posts.
- Schedule 'A': stenographers to Secretaries, Special Secretaries and Joint Secretaries of Secretariat departments, the Governor's Secretariat, the WB Legislative Assembly and WBPSC; heads of directorates such as the DGP, Commissioner of Police Kolkata, Chief Engineers of PWD and Irrigation, DPI, Director of Health Services and Labour Commissioner; Divisional Commissioners; the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests; and others.
- Schedule 'B': stenographers in directorate headquarters not covered under Schedule 'A', officers of ex-officio Joint Secretary rank, and all other stenographer posts.
How to Apply for WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026
The application for the WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 is online only, through the official WBPSC website. The form opens on 18 October 2026. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website, psc.wb.gov.in.
- Download and read the detailed advertisement for the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) in Schedule A and B Recruitment Examination, 2025 (Advt. No. 04/2025).
- Check your eligibility, including qualification, age limit and shorthand requirement.
- From 18 October 2026, click the online application link and register with your details.
- Fill in the application form and upload your documents as instructed in the detailed advertisement.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, and submit the form.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
As per the detailed advertisement, the last date to apply and pay the fee is 7 November 2026 (3:30 PM). Only one application per candidate is allowed. An edit window will be open from 10 to 13 November 2026 (up to 3:30 PM) and can be used only once. Mention one photo ID (Madhyamik certificate with photo, passport, PAN, voter card, driving licence or other government ID) in the form, and bring it on exam day. For help, email pscwbit01@gmail.com (11 AM to 4 PM on working days).
WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. When will the WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 online application start?
The online application will start on 18 October 2026 on psc.wb.gov.in.
Q2. When will the detailed WBPSC English Stenographer advertisement be published?
WBPSC will publish the detailed advertisement on 16 October 2026.
Q3. What is the advertisement number for the WBPSC English Stenographer exam?
The advertisement number is 04/2025. The indicative advertisement was published on 29 November 2025.
Q4. How many vacancies are there in the WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
The short notice does not mention the number of vacancies. It will be given in the detailed advertisement. The detailed advertisement now gives 266 vacancies (Schedule A – 146, Schedule B – 120).
Q5. Is the WBPSC Stenographer application online or offline?
The application is online through the official website, psc.wb.gov.in.
Q6. What is the last date to apply for the WBPSC English Stenographer post?
The last date is not given in the short notice. Check the detailed advertisement on psc.wb.gov.in. As per the detailed advertisement, the last date is 7 November 2026 (3:30 PM).
Q7. How many vacancies are there in WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
As per the detailed advertisement, there are 266 vacancies: 146 in Schedule 'A' and 120 in Schedule 'B'.
Q8. What is the qualification for WBPSC English Stenographer?
Madhyamik pass, with basic computer knowledge and typing at 30 wpm in English.
Q9. What is the age limit?
18 to 44 years as on 01.01.2025, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC of West Bengal and PwBD.
Q10. What is the salary of a WBPSC English Stenographer?
Pay Level-9 (₹28,900 – ₹74,500) under the W.B.S. (ROPA) Rules, 2019.
Q11. What is the shorthand speed in the exam?
Dictation for 6 minutes at 80 words per minute, followed by 1 hour of transcription on computer.
WBPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| WBPSC English Stenographer Short Notice (No. 350/PSC(I)) | Download Notice |
| WBPSC English Stenographer Detailed Advertisement (Advt. 04/2025) | Download PDF |
| WBPSC English Stenographer Scheme and Syllabus | Download PDF |
| Detailed Advertisement & Apply Online (from 18.10.2026) | psc.wb.gov.in |
| WBPSC Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in |
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