WBCS Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The WBCS exam consists of three phases: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and the Personality Test.

Type: Objective MCQMarks: 200Duration: 2.5 HoursNegative Marking: 1/3rd

The Prelims is a screening test consisting of one paper on "General Studies". The marks obtained are not counted for final merit.

English Composition25 M

General Science25 M

Current Events of National & International Importance25 M

History of India25 M

Geography of India with special reference to West Bengal25 M

Indian Polity and Economy25 M

Indian National Movement25 M

General Mental Ability25 M

6 Compulsory Papers1 Optional Subject (Group A & B only)200 Marks per Paper

Paper I

Descriptive: Letter writing, Drafting report, Precis writing, Composition, Translation

Paper II

Descriptive: Letter writing, Drafting report, Precis writing, Composition, Translation

Paper III

Objective: Indian History with special emphasis on National Movement and Geography of India with special reference to West Bengal.

Paper IV

Objective: Science and Scientific & Technological advancement, Environment, General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

Paper V

Objective: Role and functions of the Reserve Bank of India.

Paper VI

Objective: Mathematics and logical reasoning.

One optional subject consisting of two papers (Paper I & Paper II), 200 marks each. Total 400 marks. These papers will be descriptive in nature.

A number of candidates selected in order of merit based on the Main Examination will be called for the Personality Test.