Updated: 28 October 2026 — WBPSC English Stenographer (Basic Grade), Advertisement No. 04/2025, 266 vacancies.
Quick facts: Apply by 7 November 2026, 3:30 PM (10 days from 28 October). Edit window: 10–13 November 2026 (per postgoo). Note on the year: the advertisement is numbered 04/2025, while the recruitment is framed as 2026 — both refer to the same recruitment, so do not be confused by the two years.
Source note: psc.wb.gov.in did not load on 28 October 2026, so the figures below are not freshly officially verified; they are given as corroborated across all five sources checked — testbook, freejobalert, sarkariofficer, postgoo and careeralert24. Check the official advertisement for final confirmation.
Verified pattern and stages
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English | 100 |
| Paper II | Dictation and Transcription | 400 |
| Paper III | Computer Typing | 100 |
| Total | 600 |
Paper I is held FIRST; only shortlisted candidates go on to Papers II and III.
CORRECTION — important: Final merit is based on marks in ALL THREE papers combined. Paper I is NOT merely qualifying or screening-only — do not assume its marks are excluded from merit.
Qualifying marks (aggregate)
| Category | Minimum aggregate |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| EWS | 40% |
| MSP | 40% |
| OBC | 38% |
| SC | 35% |
| ST | 30% |
| PwBD | 30% |
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs 160 plus service charges |
| SC / ST candidates of West Bengal | Exempt |
| PwBD candidates with 40% or more disability | Exempt |
| SC / ST / OBC candidates of other states | Rs 160 |
Eligibility and age relaxation
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Madhyamik (or equivalent) pass |
| Computer knowledge | Elementary computer knowledge with English typing speed of 30 wpm |
| Age as on 1 January 2025 | 18–44 years (date of birth 2 January 1981 – 1 January 2007) |
| SC / ST (West Bengal) | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC (West Bengal, non-creamy layer) | 3 years relaxation |
| PwBD | Up to 45 years |
| Language | Must be able to read, write and speak Bengali, except Nepali mother-tongue candidates |
| Pay | Level 9, Rs 28,900–74,500 (WB Services ROPA Rules 2019) |
Tie-break rule and later stages
If two candidates tie, the order is: higher Dictation and Transcription marks, then Typing, then Accuracy in Typing, then Speed, then higher age.
After the papers: document verification, medical fitness and antecedent verification.
Important honesty note: what is NOT available
The detailed advertisement confirms the papers and marks, but it does NOT give a complete topic-wise syllabus, individual paper durations, or detailed dictation-speed requirements. Candidates must refer to the separately published WBPSC Scheme and Syllabus document. No topic list, duration or dictation speed has been invented here.
Also see: recruitment post
For the full recruitment details, see the recruitment post: WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026 — 266 Posts. That post is not duplicated here.
FAQs
Q1. Does Paper I count in merit?
Yes. Final merit is based on marks in all three papers combined; Paper I is not merely qualifying or screening-only.
Q2. What are the qualifying marks?
Aggregate: UR 40%, EWS 40%, MSP 40%, OBC 38%, SC 35%, ST 30% and PwBD 30%.
Q3. What is the topic-wise syllabus?
The detailed advertisement does not give a complete topic-wise syllabus, so no topic list is given here; refer to the separately published WBPSC Scheme and Syllabus document.
Q4. When does the application window close?
7 November 2026, 3:30 PM, with an edit window of 10–13 November 2026 (per postgoo).
Short Information: The Public Service Commission, West Bengal has released the syllabus for the English Stenographer (Basic Grade) Recruitment Examination 2025 (Advertisement 04/2025). For 266 posts (Personal Assistant), the examination will have three papers — Paper-I General English (100 marks), Paper-II Dictation and Transcription (400 marks), Paper-III Computer Typing (100 marks) — 600 marks in total. Applications are open from 18 October to 7 November 2026 on psc.wb.gov.in.
English Stenographer Syllabus 2026
| Important Dates Applications open: 18 October 2026 Last date: 7 November 2026 Exam: To be announced |
Application Fee See the official advertisement for the fee. |
Age Limit: See the official Advertisement 04/2025 for the age limit.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Public Service Commission, West Bengal |
| Examination | English Stenographer (Basic Grade) Recruitment Examination 2025 |
| Advertisement | 04/2025 |
| Total posts | 266 (Personal Assistant posts) |
| Paper-I | General English — 100 marks |
| Paper-II | Dictation and Transcription — 400 marks |
| Paper-III | Computer Typing — 100 marks |
How to apply:
- Open the PSCWB official website psc.wb.gov.in.
- Select Advertisement 04/2025 — English Stenographer.
- Read the advertisement, syllabus and eligibility carefully.
- Complete the online application before 7 November 2026.
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Official Website: psc.wb.gov.in | Advertisement: PSCWB Advertisements |
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Q1. How many papers are in the WBPSC English Stenographer exam?
A: Three papers — General English (100), Dictation and Transcription (400), Computer Typing (100) — 600 marks total.
Q2. How many posts are there?
A: 266 posts (Personal Assistant) — Advertisement 04/2025.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
A: 7 November 2026 — applications opened on 18 October 2026.
Q4. Which paper carries the most marks?
A: Paper-II Dictation and Transcription with 400 marks — give it the most attention in preparation.
Q5. Where is the syllabus PDF?
A: The official syllabus is available with Advertisement 04/2025 on psc.wb.gov.in.
