(WBPSC) West Bengal Civil Service (Executive WBCS-2023) Examination 2023 Notification Out |@ wbpsc.gov.in

WBCS 2023 Notification 2023 : The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) conducts the West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Exam every year for the recruitment of eligible candidates to various administrative posts in the state government. the 2023 upcoming exam date announced on the Commission’s website at https://wbpsc.gov.in on and from the 28th February, 2023 And Closing date for submission of application & fees through online : The 21st March, 2023 (upto 3:00 pm) . If you are interested in appearing for the West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Exam 2023, it’s essential to understand the eligibility criteria, syllabus, and exam pattern. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at these aspects of the exam.

About WBPSC

The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) is a state-level government body responsible for conducting recruitment exams for various civil service posts in the state of West Bengal. The commission was established in 1926 and has its headquarters in Kolkata.

WBCS 2023 Notification 2023 2023 Overview 

Exam Conducting Authority	West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC)
Post Title	Various Executive
Purpose	Executive WBCS-2023
Number Of Post	Not Disclose
Application Last Date	21st March, 2023 (upto 3:00 pm)
Date of Interview	Announced Soon
Domicile & Job Location	West Bengal
Official website	https://wbpsc.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria for The Executive WBCS 2023 Exam

To be eligible for the West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Exam 2023, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 to 36 years of age as of January 1, 2023. However, certain age relaxations are available for candidates belonging to reserved categories.
• Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India or must be able to produce evidence of their eligibility to work in India.

Syllabus Of WBCS 2023 Exam

The West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Exam 2023 consists of two stages: the Preliminary Exam and the Main Exam. The syllabus for each stage is as follows:

Preliminary Exam Syllabus:

The preliminary exam consists of one paper with 200 multiple-choice questions. The paper is divided into two sections – General Studies and Arithmetic. The syllabus for the General Studies section includes topics like History, Geography, Political Science, Current Affairs, etc. The Arithmetic section includes topics like number system, percentage, profit and loss, time and distance, etc.

Main Exam Syllabus:

The main exam consists of six papers, including four compulsory papers and two optional papers. The syllabus for each paper is as follows:

Compulsory Papers:

• Paper-I: Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali (Compulsory)
• Paper-II: English (Compulsory)
• Paper-III: General Studies-I
• Paper-IV: General Studies-II

Optional Papers:

• Paper-V: Optional Subject-I
• Paper-VI: Optional Subject-II

The optional subjects include subjects like History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Anthropology, etc.

WBCS 2023 Exam Pattern

The West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Exam 2023 is conducted in two stages – Preliminary Exam and Main Exam. Here’s a detailed breakdown of each stage:

Preliminary Exam:

• The preliminary exam consists of one paper with 200 multiple-choice questions.
• The duration of the exam is 2 hours.
• The paper is divided into two sections – General Studies and Arithmetic.
• The paper is of 200 marks.
• There is a negative marking of 1/3rd for every wrong answer.

Main Exam:

• The main exam consists of six papers, including four compulsory papers and two optional papers.
• Each paper is of 200 marks, except for the language papers, which are of 100 marks.
• The duration of each paper is 3 hours, except for the language papers, which are of 2 hours duration.
• The total marks for the main exam are 1200.
• There is a negative marking of 1/3rd for every wrong answer.

West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Exam Preparation Booklist 

Preparing for the West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Exam can be a daunting task, but with the right study materials, you can improve your chances of success. Here are some recommended books to help you prepare for the exam:

1. Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth- This book is an essential resource for the Indian Polity section of the Preliminary Exam. It covers all the topics related to the Indian Constitution and polity in a comprehensive manner.

2. Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh -This book is an excellent resource for the Indian Economy section of the Preliminary Exam. It covers all the topics related to the Indian Economy in a lucid and easy-to-understand manner.

3. History of Modern India by Bipan Chandra- This book is an essential resource for the History section of the Preliminary and Main Exam. It covers the entire period of modern Indian history, starting from the advent of the Europeans to India’s independence.

4. Geography of India by Majid Hussain- This book is an essential resource for the Geography section of the Preliminary Exam. It covers all the topics related to the Indian Geography in a comprehensive manner.

5. Certificate Physical and Human Geography by Goh Cheng Leong -This book is an excellent resource for the Geography section of the Preliminary Exam. It covers all the topics related to Physical and Human Geography in a lucid and easy-to-understand manner.

6. Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude by Subbarao and P.N. Roy Chaudhary -This book is an essential resource for the Ethics and Aptitude section of the Main Exam. It covers all the topics related to Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude in a comprehensive manner.

7. Indian Society and Culture by Nadeem Hasnain- This book is an essential resource for the Society and Culture section of the Main Exam. It covers all the topics related to Indian Society and Culture in a comprehensive manner.

8. Indian National Movement by Bipan Chandra -This book is an essential resource for the Indian National Movement section of the Main Exam. It covers all the topics related to the Indian National Movement in a comprehensive manner.

Important Dates:

• Closing date for submission of application & fees online: The 21st March 2023 (upto 3:00 pm)
• Closing date for submission of fees offline: The 22nd March 2023
• Edit Window :- The 31st March, 2023 to 6th April, 2023 (upto 3:00 pm)

How to Apply: Interested and eligible candidates required to apply online only through the official website of West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) — https://wbpsc.gov.in (See Application downlow link given below).

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