WBPSC Chemist Recruitment 2026- The West Bengal Public Service Commission has announced recruitment for Chemist posts in the State Water Investigation Directorate under the Water Resources Investigation and Development Department, there are six vacancies. The posts are temporary but likely to become permanent, making this a good chance for government job seekers in West Bengal.
Applicants must know Bengali reading, writing and speaking will be tested in the interview. This rule does not apply if Nepali is your mother tongue.
WBPSC Chemist Vacancy 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 27/2024 |
| Post Name | Chemist |
| Total Vacancies | 06 (Six) |
| Job Location | West Bengal |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | https://psc.wb.gov.in |
WBPSC Chemist Vacancy Details
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 1 (implied to make total 6) |
| OBC-A (Non-Creamy Layer) | 1 |
| OBC-B (Non-Creamy Layer) | 1 |
| SC | 2 |
| ST | 1 |
| Total posts | 06 |
Eligibility Criteria of WBPSC Chemist Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Chemist | A Second Class Master’s Degree in Chemistry (M.Sc. Chemistry) from a recognized University/Institute or equivalent. Two years’ experience in water analysis |
- Ability to read, write, and speak in Bengali is an essential requirement.
- Note: This is not mandatory for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali.
- This ability will be tested at the time of interview. Candidates with average/poor performance in the Bengali language test are liable to be cancelled.
Experience Requirement
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience | Two years’ full-time experience in water analysis (must be gained before the closing date of application) |
| Certificate Needed | Experience certificate from the Head of Organisation/Department clearly mentioning dates, pay and nature of duties |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2024)
Maximum Age: 36 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST candidates of West Bengal: up to 5 years
- OBC (A & B, Non-Creamy Layer) candidates of West Bengal: up to 3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): up to 45 years
- SC/ST/OBC candidates from other states must apply as General category.
Salary and Benefits
Pay Scale: Pay Level-16 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,44,300) as per WBS(ROPA) Rules, 2019
Benefits
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Medical facilities
- Pension
- and other government benefits.
Selection Process
- Screening Test (if needed): If too many applications are received, the Commission may conduct an MCQ Screening Test only to shortlist candidates for interview. Marks of this test will not be added in the final merit list.
- Interview: Final selection is based on performance in the Interview.
Qualifying marks in Interview:
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 40% |
| OBC | 38% |
| SC | 35% |
| ST | 30% |
Documents Required (Keep ready in scanned format)
- Recent passport-size photo
- Signature Master’s
- Degree certificate and marksheet
- Experience certificates
- Age proof (10th certificate or birth certificate)
- Caste/Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) issued by West Bengal authority
- Bengali knowledge will be checked at interview
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General & OBC candidates of West Bengal | Rs. 210 + service charges |
| SC / ST candidates of West Bengal | No fee (Fully exempted) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) 40% and above | No fee (Fully exempted) |
| SC / ST candidates of other States | Rs. 210 + service charges |
| OBC candidates of West Bengal | Rs. 210 + service charges (No exemption) |
Payment Mode: Online only (credit/debit card, net banking, UPI)
How to Apply Online for WBPSC Chemist Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: https://psc.wb.gov.in
- Click on the advertisement link and register with your details.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload photo, signature and documents.
- Pay the fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout.
- Edit window (only once): 6th April to 10th April 2026 (up to 3 PM)
| Apply Now | Click Now |
| Official Pdf | Download Now |
| Official website | Click here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of online application | 13th March, 2026 |
| Last date to apply & pay fee | 4th April, 2026 (up to 3 PM) |
| Edit Window | 6th April to 10th April, 2026 (up to 3 PM) |
Date of Screening Test / Interview will be announced later on the official website.
Final Thoughts
The WBPSC Chemist Recruitment 2026 is a good opportunity for candidates who have completed a Master’s degree in Chemistry and have experience in water analysis. This job can give them a stable position in the government sector in West Bengal. The pay is attractive, and employees will also receive allowances along with the salary, which makes the job even better.
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