Public Service Commission, West Bengal (Website)

The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has officially released the provisional answer key for the West Bengal Judicial Service (WBJS) Preliminary examination held on 27 September 2026. This release allows candidates who appeared for the MCQ-based paper to verify their responses against the official key provided by the commission. The document covers questions from serial number 1 to 200, organized across two pages. Candidates are encouraged to review the key carefully and compare it with their own test booklet series. If any discrepancies are identified, the commission has provided a specific window for candidates to submit their objections. This process ensures transparency and accuracy in the evaluation of the preliminary stage. It is important to note that this is a provisional key, and the final results will be determined after considering all valid objections submitted within the stipulated timeframe. Candidates should rely solely on the official portal for any further updates or notifications regarding the examination process.

Candidates must be between 23 and 35 years of age. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per the state government rules.

The selection process for the West Bengal Judicial Service consists of three distinct stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Personality Test. The Preliminary Examination is an objective-type test designed to screen candidates for the subsequent stages. Those who qualify in the preliminary round are eligible to appear for the Main Examination, which is a descriptive-type test covering various legal subjects. The final stage is the Personality Test, where candidates are evaluated on their suitability for the judicial role. The final merit list is prepared based on the combined performance in the Main Examination and the Personality Test.

The Preliminary Examination for the West Bengal Judicial Service is an objective-type test consisting of 200 questions. The paper covers various subjects relevant to the legal field. Each question carries a specific weightage, and there is a provision for negative marking for incorrect answers. Candidates are required to mark their responses on an OMR sheet. The duration of the exam is specified in the official notification, and candidates must achieve the qualifying marks to proceed to the next stage.

The application fee details are provided in the original recruitment notification. Candidates are required to pay the fee through the online payment gateway provided on the official website. Fee exemptions or concessions are available for SC, ST, and PWD candidates as per the government guidelines.