WBPSC Sub Surveyor Recruitment 2026 OUT - Apply Online 1145 Posts
The official detailed notification for recruitment to 1,145 permanent Sub-Surveyor vacancies has been released by the Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) through Advertisement No. 22/2024. These posts are under the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys, Department of Land & Land Reforms and Refugee Relief & Rehabilitation, Government of West Bengal. Candidates can apply with Madhyamik (10th) and either a 3-Year Diploma in Survey Engineering or a 2-Year ITI Surveyor Certificate with relevant survey experience. Online applications open at psc.wb.gov.in on 20 October 2026 and close on 09 November 2026 (up to 03:00 PM). Details below cover age limits, category-wise vacancies, the pay scale, examination syllabus, and guidelines for online applications.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 20 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Application | 09 November 2026 (up to 03:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 09 November 2026 (up to 03:00 PM) |
| Application Edit Window | 11 November 2026 to 16 November 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified soon |
Application Fee
| General / OBC Candidates | ₹ 110/- + applicable online service charges |
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| SC / ST Candidates of West Bengal | Nil (Exempted) |
| PwBD Candidates (40% and above) | Nil (Exempted) |
| SC / ST / OBC Candidates of Other States | ₹ 110/- (Treated as General) |
| Payment Mode | Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking |
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2024)
| Minimum Age Limit | 21 Years |
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| Maximum Age Limit | 45 Years (as on 01.01.2024) |
| Age Relaxation | 5 Years for SC / ST and 3 Years for OBC (NCL) candidates of West Bengal; up to 45 Years for PwBD (40%+ disability). Ex-Servicemen as per Govt rules. |
| Candidates from other states are not eligible for age relaxation. | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Option 1 | Passed Madhyamik Examination (10th) or equivalent AND 3-Year Diploma in Survey Engineering from a recognized institute (affiliated by AICTE or WBSCTE). |
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| Option 2 | Passed Madhyamik Examination (10th) AND 2-Year ITI Certificate Course for Surveyor AND 1 year of practical experience in Survey and Settlement work using DGPS / Total Station (ETS) technology. |
| Language Requirement | Ability to read, write, and speak in Bengali is an essential condition (not mandatory for Nepali mother-tongue candidates). |
Salary Details & Exam Pattern
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level-7 (₹ 24,700 - ₹ 63,900/-) as per WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019 plus DA, HRA, and Medical allowances. |
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| Selection Scheme | Paper-I (Conventional, 1 Hour - 50 Marks): Bengali / Nepali letter writing, drafting report, and grammar (Qualifying in nature, 30% pass marks required). Paper-II (MCQ, 2.5 Hours - 200 Marks): 200 Questions (English: 50 Marks, Elementary Mathematics: 50 Marks, Survey Engineering: 100 Marks). Negative marking of 0.25 mark per wrong answer. |
| Final Merit List | Prepared strictly on the basis of marks obtained in Paper-II only. |
WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Category / Quota | Reservation Details | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | Open Category | 537 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | West Bengal SC | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | West Bengal ST | 69 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - NCL) | West Bengal OBC | 80 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | West Bengal EWS | 104 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | UR: 35 | SC: 11 | 46 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM) | UR: 34 | SC: 12 | EWS: 11 | 57 |
| Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP) | Sports Quota | 23 |
| Total Vacancies (Permanent Posts) | 1,145 | |
How to Apply for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026
- Open psc.wb.gov.in, the official portal for Public Service Commission, West Bengal.
- On the homepage, select the Apply Online link. New applicants must complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Use your Enrollment ID and Password to login. Then find the Sub-Surveyor post under Advertisement No. 22/2024.
- Enter your educational qualifications and personal details. Add diploma / ITI marks for Survey Engineering and details of DGPS/ETS experience.
- Upload scans of the required documents, along with a recent passport-size photograph and a clear signature, using the specified dimensions.
- Pay ₹ 110/- as the online application fee. PwBD candidates and SC/ST candidates of West Bengal are exempted.
- Check all details before submitting the application finally. Each candidate may submit only one application.
- Complete online application submission on or before 09 November 2026 (up to 03:00 PM).
- Keep a copy of your finally submitted application form for future reference by downloading and printing it.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before you submit your online application, check the official notification for full details of eligibility, education qualification, age limits, rules for fees, and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for WBPSC Sub Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
Online Application Start Date: 20 October 2026; Last Date for Online Application: 09 November 2026 (up to 03:00 PM); Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 09 November 2026 (up to 03:00 PM); Application Edit Window: 11 November 2026 to 16 November 2026.
What is the application fee for WBPSC Sub Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
General / OBC Candidates: ₹ 110/- + applicable online service charges; SC / ST Candidates of West Bengal: Nil (Exempted); PwBD Candidates (40% and above): Nil (Exempted).
What is the age limit for WBPSC Sub Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age Limit: 21 Years; Maximum Age Limit: 45 Years (as on 01.01.2024).
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.