The WBPSC Clerkship Result 2025 has been officially released on the West Bengal Public Service Commission’s website. Get details on the merit list, cut-off marks, next stage selection process, and steps to check your result.
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Introduction
The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) is the primary state-level recruitment authority in West Bengal. Among its many recruitments, the WBPSC Clerkship (or Clerk / Lower Division Assistant) exam is a significant target for many aspirants. In 2025, the WBPSC Clerkship (Part I) results have now been declared, with 89,821 candidates clearing the preliminary stage. This blog delves deep into WBPSC’s role, the Clerkship exam structure, the 2025 result announcement, cut-offs, how to check the result, next phases, challenges, and what candidates should plan going forward.
Understanding WBPSC & Its Role
What is WBPSC?
WBPSC—West Bengal Public Service Commission—is the constitutional body entrusted with conducting recruitment for state government services, advising on service matters, and ensuring merit and transparency in selection.
Key functions include:
Issuing notifications for state government recruitment
Conducting screening / written / viva / interview stages
Framing rules for eligibility, cut-offs, and service conditions
Publishing results, merit lists, and cut-off marks
Overseeing grievance redressal in recruitment
WBPSC ensures that recruitment is fair, merit-based, and aligned with state regulations.
Major Exams Conducted
Some of the prominent recruitments by WBPSC include:
Clerkship / Lower Division Assistant / Secretariat Assistant posts
Miscellaneous Services (various grouped cadres)
Assistant Engineers, Junior Engineers (in departments)
Allied Service recruitments
Departmental examinations
Each has its own exam pattern, stages (prelims, mains, interviews, typing/computer proficiency, etc.).
WBPSC Clerkship / Clerk / LDA Recruitment: Overview
What is Clerkship in WBPSC Context?
Clerkship is the recruitment of clerical staff in various state governmental offices—Secretariat, directorates, district offices—to assist in administrative work. Posts often labeled Clerk / Lower Division Assistant (LDA) / Secretariat Clerkship.
Eligibility & Notification
For the 2025 recruitment (under Advertisement No. 13/2023):
Educational Qualification: typically, a simple pass in Madhyamik or equivalent (10th or 12th) as per requirement
Age Limit: as prescribed in notification
Application via online mode
The exam was held in November 2024 (16 & 17 November) for Part I.
Exam Structure & Pattern
Part I (Objective / Preliminary / Screening Stage):
MCQ / objective type
Subjects: English, General Studies, Arithmetic / Mathematics
Sessioned across multiple shifts
Part II (Conventional / Written stage):
Descriptive / essay / answers in chosen language (e.g. Bengali, Hindi, English)
May test deeper language skills, knowledge, expression
Other Stages:
Typing / Computer proficiency test
Document verification
The final merit is often based on combined marks of Part I + Part II, subject to passing each stage.
Answer Key & Objections
WBPSC published the final answer key for all sessions of Part I on 16 May 2025. Candidates had the opportunity to raise objections against provisional keys.
Also, the WBPSC re-uploaded the answer key on 21 February 2025 and reopened objection window from 21 to 27 February.
Notably, in the Part I exam, negative marking of 0.25 marks was in force for each wrong answer.
Latest News: Clerkship Result 2025 Declared
Result Announcement & Qualified Candidates
On 15 October 2025, WBPSC declared the Clerkship (Part I) result. A total of 89,821 candidates have cleared the preliminary screening and now move to Part II.
Previous news had indicated this outcome:
The result 2023 (Part I) had also been declared earlier, with the same number of 89,821 candidates qualifying.
Some resources had projected the 2025 result release in July 2025.
Others had provided predictions for March 2025.
Cut-Offs & Merit List
With release of result, WBPSC has also made available category-wise cut-offs for Part I screening. (These cut-offs are published alongside the PDF result.)
What’s Next for Qualifiers
All 89,821 candidates who cleared Part I are eligible to appear in Part II conventional exam.
WBPSC will announce the admit card / schedule for Part II soon
After Part II, typing / computer proficiency test and document verification will follow
How to Check WBPSC Clerkship Result 2025
Steps to Download / Access Result
Visit WBPSC’s official website (psc.wb.gov.in).
On the homepage, find “Results” / “Latest Announcements” section.
Look for Clerkship (Part I) Result 2025 link (Advert No 13/2023).
Click to open the PDF containing roll numbers of qualified candidates.
Download the PDF and use search (Ctrl+F) to locate your roll number.
If your roll number appears, you are shortlisted for Part II.
Keep a printed copy for further selection rounds.
What to Check in the Result PDF
Your roll number
Category-wise cut-off marks
Whether you have been rejected / accepted
Any remarks or disclaimers
What If You Don’t Find Your Name?
It means you did not meet the cut-off in Part I
Check if your answer key objections were accepted or rejected
Prepare to reattempt in next cycle
Ensure no mismatch in roll number or registration details
Cut-Offs & Merit: What Were the Standards?
Cut-Offs in 2025 (Part I Screening)
WBPSC has published category-wise cut-off marks in the result PDF.
While exact numbers vary by category, the cut-offs reflect performance trends, difficulty levels, and candidate pool strength.
Past Cut-Off Trends (2023)
In the 2023 Clerkship (Part I) result, cut-offs for General, OBC, SC, ST categories were disclosed:
General: ~49 marks
OBC-A / OBC-B: ~48 marks
SC: ~47 marks
ST: ~29 marks
These cut-offs served as minimum thresholds to qualify for Part II.
The 2025 cut-offs are expected to follow similar category ratios, possibly slightly higher depending on number of candidates and exam difficulty.
Merit List & Ranking
After Part II and subsequent stages, WBPSC will release final merit list based on combined scoring across phases. Part I performance determines eligibility; Part II and additional tests determine ultimate ranking.
The Selection Process & Next Phases
From Part I to Part II
Clearing Part I is just the preliminary screening. Part II is a conventional type written exam where candidates express subject knowledge, comprehension, analytical writing, etc.
Typing / Computer Proficiency Test
After Part II, qualified candidates undergo typing tests / computer proficiency tests (depending on post requirement) to demonstrate functional clerical skills.
Document Verification & Final Appointment
Candidates who clear all written and practical rounds must appear for document / credential verification. Only verified candidates are appointed to clerical posts.
Timeline Expectations
Part II schedule: to be announced shortly
Admit card for Part II: published on WBPSC portal
Time gap between Part I result and Part II: usually a few weeks
Final selection and appointments: may take months depending on administrative processing
Challenges, Critique & Improvement Points
Delay in Results
While candidates awaited 2025 result, many resources had predicted July or March release, but result came in October. This delay causes anxiety and planning uncertainty.
High Competition
With tens of lakh applicants vying for limited clerkship seats, cut-offs remain competitive. Only ~89,821 qualified out of much larger applicant pool.
Transparency & Fairness
Clarity in cut-off determination
Prompt answer key objections handling
Ensuring no anomalies in evaluation
Infrastructure & Exam Conduct
Issues like server downtime, misprint, exam center logistics, and candidate grievances must be addressed by WBPSC to maintain credibility.
Communication & Updates
Better real-time updates on result status, schedules, and clear timelines can help reduce candidate anxiety.
Suggestions for Improvement:
Publish result timelines and roadmap along with notification
Real-time status tracking for candidate roll number
Faster turnaround for answer key and objection resolution
Enhanced helpdesk for queries
Use of computerized evaluation tools to reduce human error
Preparation Tips & Strategy for Part II & Beyond
Understanding Syllabus & Format
Review detailed syllabus for Part II (languages, writing, subject knowledge)
Practice essays, descriptive questions, paper writing in chosen language
Time Management & Practice
Take full-length mock tests
Improve speed, clarity, coherence of writing
Expand vocabulary, reading comprehension
Typing / Computer Skills
Practice typing tests daily (WBPSC specified speed)
Use online typing tools and drills
Be adept with common office software
Revision & Mock Work
Revise Part I topics (English, Arithmetic, General Studies) since Part I concepts may appear
Solve previous year papers and sample descriptive answers
Peer review essays / answer scripts
Mental & Logistical Preparedness
Stay updated on admit card, exam city, center, shift
Print result and documents
Be mentally resilient and focused
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Has WBPSC released the Clerkship Result 2025?
Yes — on 15 October 2025, the Clerkship (Part I) result was declared, with 89,821 candidates qualifying for Part II.How many candidates qualified in Part I?
Exactly 89,821 candidates have passed the Part I screening.Where can I check the result?
On WBPSC’s official portal (psc.wb.gov.in) under “Results” or “What’s New” section.Is the cut-off published?
Yes, category-wise cut-offs are included in the result PDF released by WBPSC.What is the next stage after Part I?
Qualified candidates will sit for Part II (Conventional / descriptive) exam, followed by typing/computer test and document verification.Can I challenge the result?
No; WBPSC generally does not allow result objections, but candidates could challenge provisional answer key earlier (within objection window).Will there be negative marking?
For Part I, yes — 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.When was the answer key released?
The final answer key was released on 16 May 2025 for all sessions. It was also re-uploaded on 21 February 2025, with objection window 21–27 February.
Conclusion & Outlook
The announcement of WBPSC Clerkship 2025 Part I result, shortlisting 89,821 candidates, marks a pivotal step in one of West Bengal’s most competitive clerical recruitments. For aspirants, this is the moment to switch focus: prepare rigorously for Part II, sharpen writing and language skills, and stay alert to interim notifications.
WBPSC now stands at a juncture — balancing fairness and efficiency in result processing, reducing delays, and improving candidate communication. For future cycles, more timely results, better transparency, and robust grievance systems will build trust.
