WBP SI Recruitment 2026: Notification, Application, Exam Date & Eligibility

The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) is set to issue an official notification for the recruitment of Sub-Inspectors and Sergeants across the Armed and Unarmed Branches of the West Bengal Police. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal at www.wbpolice.gov.in. Keep an eye on this space for the official registration dates and exam schedule.

WBP SI Notification 2026

The upcoming WBP SI Notification 2026 will detail the total number of vacancies for Sub-Inspector and Sergeant positions in the West Bengal Police. Once released, the notification will serve as the primary source for essential information, including eligibility requirements, the selection process, and application procedures. 

WBP SI Recruitment 2026- Summary

To be considered for the WB Police SI Recruitment 2026, candidates must strictly adhere to the eligibility standards defined by the board. The comprehensive selection process involves a preliminary examination, Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), a final written exam, a personality test, and final document verification.

WBP SI Recruitment 2026- Overview
Organization	West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB)
Post	Sub-Inspector/Sergeant (Armed & Unarmed Branch)
Vacacny	To be Announced
Mode Of Application	Online
Registration Dates	To be Notified
Educational Qualification	Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an institution that is equivalent to a recognised university.
Age Limit	20- 30 Years
Selection Process	Preliminary Exam  Physical Measurement Test & Physical Efficiency Test Final Written Exam Personality Test Document Verification
Official Website	www.wbpolice.gov.in

WB Police SI Eligibility Criteria 2026

Meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria is mandatory for all aspirants. These standards ensure that only the most qualified and physically capable candidates are selected to join the West Bengal Police force.

Educational Qualification

• The candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an institution that is equivalent to a recognised university.
• Degrees obtained through distance education/open universities are accepted only if the institution is recognised by UGC/AICTE/State Government.

Language Proficiency Requirements

• Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Bengali.
• Exception: Permanent residents of Darjeeling and Kalimpong hill subdivisions (they will be governed by West Bengal Official Language Act, 1961).
• Candidates who studied Hindi/Urdu/Nepali and are selected must clear a departmental exam in Bengali during probation for confirmation.

Age Limit

Applicants aspiring for the Sub-Inspector position must be within the age bracket of 20 to 30 years as of the designated cut-off date specified in the official notification.

Age Relaxation Policy

Category	Age Relexation
Scheduled Caste (SC)	5 years
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	5 years
Other Backward Classes – A (OBC-A)/Other Backward Classes – B (OBC-B)/Transgender Persons	3 years
Departmental Candidates (WB Police only)	Up to 35 years of age
Departmental Candidates (SC/ST)	+5 years (beyond 35 years)
Departmental Candidates (OBC-A/B)	+3 years (beyond 35 years)
Departmental Candidates (Transgender)	+3 years (beyond 35 years)

Physical Standard 

Gender	Post	Category	Height	Chest (Male only)	Weight
Male	SI (UB)	General/OBC/SC	167 cm	79 cm (expansion 5 cm)	56 kg
	SI (UB)	Gorkhas/Rajbanshis/Garwalis/ST	160 cm	76 cm (expansion 5 cm)	52 kg
	SI (AB)	General/OBC/SC	173 cm	86 cm (expansion 5 cm)	60 kg
	SI (AB)	Gorkhas/Rajbanshis/Garwalis/ST	163 cm	81 cm (expansion 5 cm)	54 kg
Female	SI (UB)	General/OBC/SC	160 cm	--	48 kg
	SI (UB)	Gorkhas/Rajbanshis/Garwalis/ST	155 cm	--	45 kg
Transgender	SI (UB)	General/OBC/SC	162 cm	--	51 kg
	SI (UB)	Gorkhas/Rajbanshis/Garwalis/ST	157 cm	--	47 kg
	SI (AB)	General/OBC/SC	166 cm	--	54 kg
	SI (AB)	Gorkhas/Rajbanshis/Garwalis/ST	160 cm	--	50 kg

Steps to Apply for WB Police SI Recruitment 2026

Follow these systematic steps to successfully apply for the WB Police SI Recruitment 2026 when the portal goes live:

1. Visit the official website of West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) at wbpolice.gov.in.
2. Click on the “WB Police SI Recruitment 2026” link available on the homepage.
3. Register yourself by entering basic details to generate your login credentials.
4. Log in and fill out the online application form with your personal, educational, and category information.
5. Upload a scanned passport-size photograph and signature as per the prescribed specifications.
6. Pay the required application fee using the available online payment options.
7. Submit the application form and download/print the confirmation page for future use.

WBP SI Selection Process 2026

The selection process for the Sub-Inspector post is rigorous, involving several distinct stages designed to evaluate the physical, mental, and professional aptitude of the candidates.

• Preliminary Exam 
• Physical Measurement Test & Physical Efficiency Test
• Final Written Exam
• Personality Test
• Document Verification