Update: 1 November 2026 — The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) ICDS Supervisor examination is held in three stages: Preliminary Examination (Prelims), Main Examination (Mains) and Viva-Voce. This post covers the syllabus only — the recruitment notification is still awaited, so no vacancy count is stated here.
WBPSC ICDS Supervisor Syllabus 2026
Stages of Examination
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam | 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 60 minutes — General Knowledge, Arithmetic, Reasoning; negative marking applies |
| Main Exam | 4 descriptive papers, 100 marks each, 90 minutes each |
| Personality Test (Viva-Voce) | 50 marks |
Main Exam Papers
| Paper | Subject |
|---|---|
| Paper I | English (100 marks) |
| Paper II | Regional Language — Bengali / Hindi / Urdu / Nepali / Santali (100 marks) |
| Paper III | General Studies and Current Affairs (100 marks) |
| Paper IV | Arithmetic — Class-X level (100 marks) |
Preparation tip: practise GK, arithmetic and reasoning daily for Prelims; for Mains, regular descriptive writing practice in English and the regional language is essential.
How to Prepare
- Check the notice on the official website pscwb.org.in.
- Practise MCQs and mock tests for Prelims.
- Practise descriptive answer writing for Mains.
Important Links
| Link | Where to go |
|---|---|
| Official website | pscwb.org.in |
| Online application portal | pscwbonline.gov.in |
Note: This is a private information portal (not a government website). Always check the official website for the final and correct information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: How many stages are there in the ICDS Supervisor exam? Answer: Three — Prelims, Mains and Viva-Voce.
Question: How many questions are in Prelims? Answer: 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 60 minutes.
Question: How many papers are in Mains? Answer: 4 papers, 400 marks in total.
Question: How many marks is the Personality Test? Answer: 50 marks.
Question: Is the recruitment notification out? Answer: No, this is a syllabus post; it will be updated when the notification arrives.
