Overview
The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has announced that the WBCS Group D Personality Test 2026 for the W.B.C.S. (Executive) etc. Examination, 2023 will commence on October 29, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be able to download their interview call letters and Choice Sheets from October 22, 2026, through the commission’s official website. The total number of Group D posts covered by the recruitment process has not been specified in the personality test notice.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
| Post Name | WBCS Group D Services under W.B.C.S. (Executive) etc. Examination, 2023 |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the personality test notice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | Personality Test begins on October 29, 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should note that the call letter and Choice Sheet are scheduled to become available on October 22, 2026. The individual reporting date, time and venue mentioned in the call letter must be followed carefully.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.
- Applicants must satisfy the language requirements prescribed for the W.B.C.S. examination, including the ability to read, write and speak Bengali, subject to exemptions provided under the applicable rules.
- Only candidates who have qualified the previous stages of the W.B.C.S. (Executive) etc. Examination, 2023 and have been shortlisted may appear for the personality test.
- Candidates must produce original educational, category and identity documents during verification when instructed.
Age Limit
- For Group D services, the prescribed age range is generally 21 to 39 years, calculated with reference to the cut-off date in the original examination notification.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable to eligible SC, ST, OBC and persons with benchmark disabilities in accordance with West Bengal government rules.
- Candidates should consult the original WBCS 2023 notification for the exact cut-off date and category-specific conditions.
Fees
- The application fee for the original examination was ₹210, excluding applicable service or payment charges.
- Eligible SC and ST candidates of West Bengal and persons with benchmark disabilities were exempt from paying the examination fee, subject to the notified conditions.
- No separate personality test fee has been indicated in the interview schedule.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: An objective screening examination used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
- Main Examination: Candidates qualifying the preliminary stage appear for the written Main Examination, with marks considered for further shortlisting.
- Personality Test: Shortlisted candidates attend the interview, where their suitability, awareness, communication skills and overall personality are assessed before final merit preparation.
How to Apply
The application process for the WBCS 2023 examination has already concluded. Shortlisted candidates now need to download their interview documents by following these steps:
- Visit the official WBPSC website at psc.wb.gov.in.
- Open the section for candidate announcements, interview schedules or call letters.
- Select the link for the WBCS Group D Personality Test 2026 under the W.B.C.S. (Executive) etc. Examination, 2023.
- Read the personality test schedule PDF and search for the relevant roll number or candidate details.
- From October 22, 2026, open the call letter download portal and enter the required enrolment number, roll number, date of birth or other login credentials.
- Download and print the personality test call letter and Choice Sheet.
- Complete the Choice Sheet accurately, if required, and keep copies of all submitted details.
- Report at the venue on the date and time printed on the call letter with original certificates, self-attested copies, valid photo identification and recent photographs.
- Candidates facing difficulty downloading the documents should contact the commission well before their scheduled interview date instead of waiting until the reporting day.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the WBCS Group D Personality Test 2026 begin?
The personality test will commence on October 29, 2026. Individual interview dates and reporting times will be given in the schedule or call letter.
2. When can candidates download the personality test call letter?
Shortlisted candidates can download the call letter and Choice Sheet from October 22, 2026, through psc.wb.gov.in.
3. Is a fresh application required for the personality test?
No. Only candidates shortlisted through the WBCS 2023 selection process can attend. They need to download the interview documents and report with the required certificates.
