The WBPSC WBCS Prelims Answer Key 2026 (Official) has been compiled based on the memory-based questions from the exam held on 14th June 2026. Aspirants can use these unofficial solutions for the per to estimate their scores, analyze their performance, and assess their chances of qualifying for the Mains examination.
The WBPSC WBCS Answer Key 2026 is now available for candidates who appeared for the West Bengal Civil Services (WBCS) Preliminary Examination conducted on 14th June 2026. Based on the question paper PDF and memory-based inputs, aspirants can use these unofficial answers to evaluate their performance, calculate their probable scores, and gauge their readiness for the next stage of the selection process. This memory-based answer key covers questions from the single General Studies paper (which includes GS, Aptitude, and Reasoning).
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WBPSC WBCS Pelims Answer Key 2026 Release Date
The Official WBPSC WBCS Answer Key 2026 is available now on 24th June. Candidates can refer to these solutions immediately for a preliminary assessment of their performance. The official provisional answer key is released by the West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) on its official website, wbpsc.gov.in. Candidates can download the official answer key PDF and raise objections if any discrepancies are found.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Board | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
| Exam Name | West Bengal Civil Services (WBCS) Examination 2026 |
| WBCS 2026 Prelims Exam Date | June 14, 2026 |
| WBCS 2026 Official Answer Key Status | Released |
| WBCS 2026 Official Answer Key Release | 24th June |
| Official Website | wbpsc.gov.in |
| Exam Duration | 2.5 hours (150 minutes) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd mark per wrong answer |
How to Download the official Answer Key PDF
- Find the correct row in the table for Sl. No. 1 (Advt. No. 08/2024).
- In that row, look at the column labeled “Download (Click PDF to Download)”.
- Click on the text/link that says “ANSWER KEY FOR THE MCQ PAPER…” (it should be a clickable link).
- The PDF file of the answer key will then open in your browser or download directly to your computer.
WBPSC WBCS Prelims Answer Key 2026 Download Link (Question Paper PDF)
The WBPSC WBCS Prelims Question Paper 2026 PDF is available for download. Aspirants can use the original question paper along with the unofficial answer key provided below to cross-check their responses and estimate their expected scores.
Steps to Calculate Score Using WBPSC WBCS Answer Key 2026
To calculate your probable score using the unofficial (or official) answer key, follow the WBCS marking scheme:
WBPSC WBCS Marking Scheme 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 200 (Group A & B combined) |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark each |
| Wrong Answer | -1/3 mark (0.33) deduction |
| Unattempted Question | No marks given or deducted |
Score Calculation Formula
Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 1) - (Number of Wrong Answers × 0.33)
Example:
- Attempted: 150 questions
- Correct: 90, Wrong: 60, Unattempted: 50
- Score = (90 × 1) – (60 × 0.33) = 90 – 19.8 = 70.2 marks
FAQs
Q1: What was the exam date for WBPSC WBCS Prelims 2026?
A: The WBCS Prelims 2026 exam was held on 14th June 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM.
Q2: Is there negative marking in the WBCS Prelims exam?
A: Yes, 1/3rd (0.33) mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Q3: How can I download the WBPSC WBCS Prelims Answer Key 2026 PDF?
A: You can download the unofficial answer key from this article. The official answer key will be available on the WBPSC website (wbpsc.gov.in) under the “Notifications” section.
