Update: 1 November 2026 — The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) Kolkata Police Constable and Lady Constable examination is held in six stages: Preliminary Examination, PMT, PET, Final Written Examination, Interview and Document Verification. This is a syllabus post — no vacancy count is stated here.
Kolkata Police Constable Syllabus 2026
Selection Process
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam | Offline MCQ — 100 questions, 100 marks, 1 hour |
| PMT (Physical Measurement Test) | Physical measurement |
| PET (Physical Efficiency Test) | Physical efficiency |
| Final Written Exam | Offline MCQ — 85 marks, 1 hour |
| Interview | Interview |
| Document Verification | Document checking |
Prelims and Final Written Exam Pattern
| Exam | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Prelims | General Awareness and GK, Elementary Mathematics (Madhyamik level), Reasoning — 100 marks, negative marking 0.25 |
| Final Written Exam | General Awareness 25 + English 10 + Elementary Mathematics 25 + Reasoning & Logical Analysis 25 = 85 marks |
Preparation tip: focus on mathematics and reasoning (a large share in both exams), and start physical (PMT/PET) preparation from the beginning.
How to Prepare
- See the notice on the official website wbpolice.gov.in.
- Take mock tests for GK, Madhyamik-level mathematics and reasoning.
- Practise running and physical efficiency daily.
Important Links
| Link | Where to go |
|---|---|
| Official website | wbpolice.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 in the Kolkata Police Constable exam? Answer: Six stages.
Question: How many questions are in Prelims? Answer: 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 1 hour.
Question: How many marks is the Final Written Exam? Answer: 85 marks, 1 hour.
Question: What is the negative marking in Prelims? Answer: 0.25 mark.
Question: When are PMT/PET held? Answer: After Prelims, before the Final Written Exam.
