Good news for job seekers in West Bengal. The state government has announced a big new recruitment drive for the West Bengal Police, Kolkata Police and the West Bengal Fire and Emergency Services. As reported by Bengali news portals, the Chief Minister announced 10,554 new posts on 7 November 2026 at an event where appointment letters were handed over to newly recruited police personnel. The posts include Constable, Lady Constable, Sub-Inspector, Fire Operator and more.
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Earlier, on 27 October 2026, the state government reportedly approved 5,893 posts for Kolkata Police, including 4,319 Constables, 430 Lady Constables and 648 Sergeants. The recruitment will be conducted by the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB).
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An important point: WBPRB has not released the official notification yet. Different websites are quoting different totals, from “10,000+” to “16,000+”. So in this article, we have separated what is confirmed from what is only reported, and listed the post-wise figures, expected eligibility, selection process and what aspirants should do now.
WB Police New Vacancy 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) |
| Departments | West Bengal Police, Kolkata Police, WB Fire and Emergency Services |
| Posts | Constable, Lady Constable, Sub-Inspector, Sergeant, Fire Operator and others |
| New Posts Announced | 10,554 (7 November 2026, as reported) |
| Kolkata Police Posts Approved | 5,893 (27 October 2026, as reported) |
| Notification Status | Not released yet |
| Application Mode | Online (expected) |
| Job Location | West Bengal |
| Official Website | prb.wb.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Kolkata Police vacancy approval (5,893 posts) | 27 October 2026 (reported) |
| Announcement of 10,554 new posts | 7 November 2026 (reported) |
| Detailed WBPRB notification | Expected soon |
| Online application start and last date | To be announced |
| Exam date | To be announced |
Confirmed vs reported: The figures in this article come from news reports and education portals. The exact post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be confirmed only when WBPRB publishes the official notifications.
WB Police New Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details
10,554 New Posts Announced on 7 November 2026 (as reported)
| Department / Unit | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| West Bengal Armed Police | Sub-Inspector | 247 |
| Kolkata Police | Sub-Inspector | 111 |
| Kolkata Police | Constable and Lady Constable | 4,749 |
| Women’s SPRF Battalions | Various posts | 1,914 |
| Fire and Emergency Services | Fire Operator | 2,000 |
| Fire and Emergency Services | Higher Engine Operator and Driver | 300 |
| Fire and Emergency Services | Fire Brigade Sub-Officer | 200 |
| Listed total | 9,521 |
The reported breakdown adds up to 9,521, about 1,000 short of the announced 10,554. The remaining posts may be in other units. The official notification will clarify this.
Kolkata Police: 5,893 Posts Approved on 27 October 2026 (as reported)
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Constable | 4,319 |
| Sergeant | 648 |
| Lady Constable | 430 |
| Sub-Inspector | 425 |
| Sub-Inspectress | 70 |
| Sub-Inspector (Armed) | 1 |
| Total | 5,893 |
The Kolkata Police Constable and Lady Constable total (4,319 + 430 = 4,749) matches the figure in the 7 November announcement, which suggests the two reports partly overlap.
Why Do Websites Show Different Totals?
Some portals are showing 16,293 posts (9,000 WB Police Constable + 5,893 other posts + 1,400 Fire Operator), while others say 10,000+ or 12,000+. These figures come from different reports and may count some posts twice. Until WBPRB releases the notifications, treat all totals as indicative.
Expected Eligibility Criteria
The final eligibility will be given in each WBPRB notification. Based on previous WB Police and Kolkata Police recruitments, candidates can expect:
| Post | Expected Qualification | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Constable / Lady Constable | Madhyamik (Class 10) pass | Physical standards, and the ability to speak, read and write Bengali (Nepali for some hill sub-divisions) |
| Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspectress / Sergeant | Graduation | Physical standards and a language requirement |
| Fire Operator | Madhyamik pass | Physical standards and PET as per Fire Services rules |
- Age limit: This will be notified post-wise. In recent WB Police constable recruitments, the upper age limit for general candidates was around 30 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
- Domicile and reservation: Reservation benefits will apply only to holders of West Bengal-issued SC, ST, OBC-A and OBC-B certificates.
Expected Selection Process
The selection process for WB Police and Kolkata Police posts usually includes:
- Preliminary written test (for screening)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Final written examination
- Interview or personality test (for some posts)
- Medical examination and document verification
The exact stages and marks for each post will be confirmed in the official notification.
Salary
WBPRB will announce the pay scale for each post in the notification. In previous recruitments, Constable posts were placed in the state’s pay matrix level for the post, along with allowances as per West Bengal government rules.
How to Apply for WB Police New Vacancy 2026 (Once the Notification Is Out)
- Visit the official WBPRB website, prb.wb.gov.in.
- Open the link for the relevant recruitment, such as “Recruitment of Constables/Lady Constables in Kolkata Police – 2026”.
- Register with your name, mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in your personal, educational and category details.
- Upload your photograph, signature and the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
What Should Aspirants Do Now?
- Start preparing for the written test: General knowledge, West Bengal GK, current affairs, arithmetic, reasoning and English.
- Begin physical training: Running and other PET events take months to build up. Start now so you are ready for the PMT/PET.
- Keep documents ready: Madhyamik admit card and certificate, mark sheets, caste certificate (West Bengal-issued), domicile proof, photo ID and recent photographs.
- Follow only official sources: Watch prb.wb.gov.in, wbpolice.gov.in and kolkatapolice.gov.in. Ignore fake job offers and WhatsApp forwards.
FAQs
Q1. How many new vacancies have been announced for WB Police in 2026? As reported, 10,554 new posts were announced on 7 November 2026 across WB Police, Kolkata Police and the Fire Services. Separately, 5,893 Kolkata Police posts were reportedly approved on 27 October 2026.
Q2. Has the WB Police notification 2026 been released? No. WBPRB has not released the official notification yet. It is expected soon.
Q3. How many Constable posts are there in Kolkata Police? As reported, 4,319 Constable and 430 Lady Constable posts, making 4,749 in total.
Q4. How many Fire Operator posts have been announced? About 2,000 Fire Operator posts, as per the 7 November announcement. Some portals report 1,400.
Q5. What is the qualification for WB Police Constable? Usually a Madhyamik (Class 10) pass, plus a Bengali or Nepali language requirement. The final eligibility will be given in the notification.
Q6. Which body will conduct the recruitment? The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB).
Q7. What is the official website for WB Police recruitment? prb.wb.gov.in.
Q8. When will online applications start? The dates will be announced with the official notification.
