The West Bengal Public Service Commission- PSCWB has officially announced the Prelims Examination Date for West Bengal Civil Service_Executive. According to the official notification released on 14.May.2026 – the preliminary examination will be conducted on 14.June.2026 at different examination centres in Kolkata and various districts of West Bengal. A prelim is the first stage of the recruitment process for Group A > Group B > Group C and Group D services under the West Bengal government.
Overview:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation name | PSCWB |
| Test Name | WBCS [Executive] |
| Article Category | NOTIFICATIONS |
| Exam Mode | Objective Type Exam |
| Official Website | https://psc.wb.gov.in/ |
Key Dates:
| Events | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Date announcement | 14.May.2026 |
| Admit Card publish Date | 4.June.2026 |
| WBCS Prelims Date | 14.June.2026 |
| Test Timings | 12 noon > 2:30 PM |
| Entry Closing | 11:30 AM |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
Prelims Exam Date:
| Date | Paper | Shift | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.June.2026 | Prelims | Morning | 12 noon > 2:30 PM | 02 Hours > 30 Minutes |
Exam Centres:
The WBCS Preliminary Exam will be conducted in Kolkata and different districts of West Bengal – applicants can appear at their examination centre with their admit card. If the centre selected is not available then PSCWB may arrange for an additional centre of examination. The important exam centres are:
- Kolkata > Barasat > Howrah > Chinsurah > Burdwan > Siliguri > Darjeeling > Kalimpong
Selection Process:
The West Bengal Civil Service Examination involves some stages of recruitment: Preliminary Examination > Main Examination > Personality Test or Interview > Final Merit List > The preliminary examination is of a qualifying nature and the marks secured in the preliminary examination will not be considered for final merit.
Exam Pattern:
The WBCS Prelims Examination will be held in an objective MCQ pattern:
- The prelims will be objective type and will be in the form of multiple-choice questions.
- Negative marking will be applied for wrong answers and candidates qualifying for prelims will appear for the mains examination.
- The Main examination comprises objective and conventional papers.
Steps to Get the Prelims Admit Card:
- Visit Official Website https://psc.wb.gov.in/ and click the “Download e-Admit Card” link.
- Click on the link for the WBCS Prelims Admit Card 2026 and enter Registration ID and DOB.
- Download the admit card in PDF and print it out for examination use.
Important Details:
- Reach the examination centre before 11:30 am.
- There will be no entry after the time given by the WBCS.
- Carry valid photo ID proof and printed admit card.
- Follow all the instructions given by PSCWB for examination hall.
- Do not carry electronic items into the examination hall.
Documents to carry on exam day:
The candidates must bring the required documents such as:
. Prelims admit card Printout > Aadhaar Card/ Voter ID/PAN Card/Driving Licence > Passport-size photo if needed > Identity proof valid.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. When is the West Bengal Civil Service Prelims Exam 2026?
A: The West Bengal Civil Service Prelims Examination 2026 will be conducted on 14th June 2026.
2. When will the West Bengal Civil Service Admit Card 2026 be released?
A: The admit card of the West Bengal Civil Service will be released on: 04.06.2026.
3. What is the reporting time for the West Bengal Civil Service Prelims 2024?
A: The candidates should reach the examination centre before 11.30 a.m. sharp.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Exam Date Notice PDF | https://psc.wb.gov.in/ |
| Official Website | https://psc.wb.gov.in/ |
