WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 266 Posts (Schedule A & B), Eligibility & Syllabus
WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Eligible candidates are informed that the application process began on 18 October 2026 and will conclude on 07 November 2026. It contains a total of 266 posts. To apply, one must be between 18 and 44 years of age. Detailed information is provided below. Before applying, be sure to read the official notification carefully. All types of recruitment updates, total vacancies, important dates, application fees, eligibility criteria, age limits, the selection process, salary, exam pattern, admit cards, answer keys, results, and more.
Q1. What is the last date to apply for WBPSC English Stenographer Recruitment 2025–26?
The last date to submit online applications and pay the fee is 07 November 2026 up to 03:30 PM. The edit window will be open from 10 to 13 November 2026.
Q2. What is the difference between Schedule ‘A’ and Schedule ‘B’ Stenographers?
Schedule ‘A’ posts are attached to Secretariat Departments, the Governor’s Secretariat, Assembly, PSC WB, and Directorate Heads. Schedule ‘B’ posts are located in headquarters of Directorates and other regional state offices.
Q3. Is shorthand typing required at the time of initial application?
Candidates must possess basic Madhyamik qualification and computer typing capability (30 wpm in English). The practical shorthand dictation and transcription tests (Paper-II & III) are conducted after qualifying Paper-I.
Q4. What is the penalty for disclosing identity in the answer script?
A deduction of 10% of full marks will be made from total marks secured in a paper if a candidate writes their name, roll number, or puts identifying marks in the answer script.
