The official WBSEDCL Notification 2026 details 447 vacancies for Assistant Manager and Junior Engineer (Electrical) roles. The written examination is confirmed for 27th January 2026 (Tuesday). Read on for the full exam schedule.
The West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (WBSEDCL) has released the recruitment details for 447 Assistant Manager and Junior Engineer (Electrical) positions. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications are now set to appear for the written examination. The official WBSEDCL Exam Date 2026 has been confirmed for 27th January 2026 (Tuesday).
WBSEDCL Notification 2025-26 PDF Out
The comprehensive WBSEDCL Notification 2025-26 is available on the official website at https://www.wbsedcl.in/. Aspirants are encouraged to download the PDF to verify essential details, including eligibility criteria, salary structures, age limits, and required educational qualifications.
WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026 Summary
WBSEDCL is inviting applications from qualified Indian citizens for Class-I (Non-Technical) and Class-III (Technical) roles. These permanent positions are located across various WBSEDCL units throughout West Bengal. Please note that a valid West Bengal domicile is a mandatory requirement for applicants.
| WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026- Overview | |
| Conducting Body | West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (WBSEDCL) |
| Post Name | Assistant Managers and Junior Engineers (Electrical) |
| Vacancy | 447 |
| Exam Date | 27th January 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Type of Questions | MCQ Based |
| Duration of Exam | 90 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.33 marks |
| Salary | Assistant Manager (HR&A and F&A): Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,60,500 Junior Engineer (Electrical) Grade-II: Rs. 36,800 to Rs. 1,06,700 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Interview, and DV |
| Official website | https://www.wbsedcl.in/ |
WBSEDCL Exam Date 2026 Out
The West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited has officially announced the schedule for the first stage of the selection process. The WBSEDCL Exam Date 2026 for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) is set for 27th January 2026 (Tuesday).
The examination will be held in three shifts: Shift 1 (9:30 am to 11:00 am), Shift 2 (1:00 pm to 2:30 pm), and Shift 3 (4:30 pm to 6:00 pm). Comprehensive exam instructions and the WBSEDCL Admit Card 2026 will be released on 19th January 2026.
WBSEDCL JE Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
WBSEDCL has finalized the key recruitment dates for the 2026 cycle. The written exam is strictly scheduled for 27th January 2026 (Tuesday). Please refer to the table below for a summary of critical recruitment milestones.
| Events | Dates |
| Notification | 27th November 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 27th November 2025 |
| Apply Online Ends | 29th December 2025 (11:55 pm) |
| Fee Submission Last Date | 29th December 2025 |
| WBSEDCL Admit Card 2026 | 19th January 2026 (Monday) |
| Written Exam Date | 27th January 2026 (Tuesday) |
WBSEDCL Vacancy 2026
The WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026 drive encompasses 447 vacancies: 20 for Assistant Manager (HR&A), 26 for Assistant Manager (F&A), and 401 for Junior Engineer (Electrical) Grade II.
| Categories | Junior Engineer (Electrical) Grade II |
Assistant Manager (HR&A) |
Assistant Manager (F&A) |
| UR | 100 | 03 | 04 |
| UR (EC) | 52 | 03 | 05 |
| UR (Ex-SM) | 12 | — | — |
| SC | 52 | 02 | — |
| SC (EC) | 28 | 03 | 01 |
| SC(EX-SM) | 04 | — | — |
| ST | 16 | 01 | 02 |
| ST(EC) | 09 | — | — |
| OBC-A | 28 | — | 02 |
| OBC-A(EC) | 13 | 01 | 01 |
| OBC-B | 20 | 02 | 01 |
| OBC-B(EC) | 08 | — | 01 |
| UR(PwBD) | 14 | 02 | 02 |
| SC(PwBD) | 04 | — | — |
| EWS | 25 | 02 | 03 |
| EWS(EC) | 12 | — | — |
| EWS(EX-SM) | 04 | — | — |
| Total | 401 | 20 | 26 |
WBSEDCL JE Recruitment 2025-26 Eligibility
Applicants must fulfill all stipulated educational and age requirements for the WBSEDCL JE & Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025-26. Credentials will be thoroughly verified; any candidate failing to meet these standards will be disqualified. Please review the eligibility summary in the table below.
Educational Qualifications
Assistant Manager (HR&A) Eligibility
- Graduate in any discipline and MBA/MPM/MHRM (2 years full-time) with specialisation in Personnel Management/HR, or
- Postgraduate full-time degree/diploma (2 years) in Personnel Management/HR from a UGC-recognized university or AICTE/IIM/IIT/XLRI/IITB-approved institutes.
- Dual specialisation MBA/PGDBM is accepted if the Personnel Management/HR marks are not lower than the other specialisation.
Assistant Manager (F&A) Eligibility
- Graduated in any discipline and passed the CA (Chartered Accountants) or CMA (Cost Accountants) final exam, or
- MBA (2 years full-time) with specialization in Finance & Accounts from recognized institutes (UGC/AICTE/IIM/IIT/XLRI/IITB).
- Dual specialisation MBA/PGDBM is accepted if Finance & Accounts marks are not lower than the other specialisation.
Junior Engineer (Electrical) Grade-II Eligibility
- Full-time 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute/college approved by West Bengal State Council of Technical and Vocational Education and Skill Development (WBSCT&VE&SD).
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)
The standard age limit is 18 to 32 years. Specific age relaxation norms apply to reserved categories as per government guidelines.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (A) & OBC (B) candidates of West Bengal | 3 years |
| SC & ST candidates of West Bengal | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| SC, ST, OBC candidates of other states but domiciled in West Bengal | Can apply under the Unreserved or EWS category; no relaxation |
| Confirmed WBSEDCL employees | Age relaxation up to 45 years, irrespective of caste/category |
WBSEDCL JE & Assistant Manager Application Form 2026
The online application portal for WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026 will close on 27th December 2025. We strongly advise candidates to complete their registration early to avoid potential technical issues near the deadline, as no applications will be accepted after the window closes.
WBSEDCL Application Fee 2026
Application fees must be processed via the BillDesk Payment Gateway. The final deadline for submission and fee payment is 29th December 2025 (11:55 pm). Note that SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempt from fee payments.
| Name of the Post | Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (HR&A and F&A) | UR / OBC-A / OBC-B / EWS | Rs. 400 |
| Jr. Engineer (Electrical) Gr.II | UR / OBC-A / OBC-B | Rs. 300 |
Steps to Apply for WBSEDCL JE & Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025-26
Please follow the official online application steps carefully. Applications must be submitted no later than 11:55 pm on 29th December 2025.
- Go to the official website, www.wbsedcl.in
- On the homepage, click on Career Tab → Apply Online under the recruitment notification.
- Click “New Registration” and fill the basic details.
- An OTP will be sent to your Email ID.
- You will receive a User ID and Password.
- Login using the User ID and Password to fill the full application form.
- Fill all sections, Personal Details, Communication Details, Qualification & Experience, Test City, Document & Payment, Upload Photo, Signature, and relevant certificates.
- Review all details using the Preview button.
- Submit the form and proceed to pay the application fee online.
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WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for Junior Engineer (JE) and Assistant Manager roles consists of two main stages: a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and an Interview.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): This test will be conducted for 85 marks in the MCQ format
- Personal Interview: For the interview, candidates are shortlisted category-wise in a 1:3 ratio based on CBT performance. The interview will be conducted in Kolkata for 15 marks.
WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for both the Assistant Manager and Junior Engineer (Electrical) positions is outlined below:
- The Duration of the exam is 90 minutes.
- The medium of the vernacular section is Bengali or Nepali, and all other sections will be in English only
- The Total Marks for the section is 85
- The total number of questions are 85
- Each question carries 1 mark
- Negative marking of 0.33 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer
| Section | Marks | Qualifying Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Knowledge | 50 | 20 | 90 minutes |
| English | 5 | Nil | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | Nil | |
| Computer Proficiency (MS-Office) | 10 | Nil | |
| Test of Vernacular (Bengali/Nepali) | 10 | 4 | |
| Total | 85 | — |
Selected candidates are required to submit a service bond upon appointment.
- Rs. 3,00,000 bond for Assistant Manager (HR&A) and Assistant Manager (F&A)
- Rs. 2,00,000 bond for Junior Engineer (Electrical) Grade-II
Employees must commit to a minimum service tenure of 4 years with the company, which includes:
- 1 year of probation, and
- 3 years of mandatory service afterward.
WBSEDCL Test Locations
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) schedule will be hosted on the official website. Please review the designated examination centers provided below.
- Howrah
- Kalyani
- Kolkata
- Paschim Medinipur
- Purba Medinipur
- Asansol
- Beharampore
- Bankura
- Burdwan
- Durgapur
- Hooghly
- Siliguri
- Suri
WBSEDCL JE & Assistant Manager Salary 2026
Assistant Managers (HR&A and F&A) will receive a salary scale of Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,60,500, while Junior Engineers (Electrical) Grade-II will be compensated between Rs. 36,800 and Rs. 1,06,700.
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Level (ROPA-2020, WBSEDCL) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (HR&A and F&A) | Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,60,500 | Level 08 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) Grade-II | Rs. 36,800 to Rs. 1,06,700 | Level 06 |
FAQs
Which posts have been released under WBSEDCL Recruitment 2025-26?
This recruitment drive targets vacancies for Assistant Managers (HR&A and F&A) and Junior Engineers (Electrical) Grade II.
Is the WBSEDCL Exam Date 2026 announced?
Yes, the WBSEDCL Exam Date 2026 has been officially confirmed for 27th January 2026 (Tuesday).
What is the selection process for JE and Assitant Manager under WBSEDCL JE & Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026?
The selection process for these posts comprises a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a personal interview.
Is domicile is mandatory to apply for WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026?
Yes, holding a valid West Bengal domicile is a mandatory requirement to apply for the WBSEDCL JE & Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026.
What is the age limit required to apply for WBSEDCL Recruitment 2026?
As of 1st January 2025, candidates must be between 18 and 32 years of age.
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