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West Bengal Constable Recruitment 2024:
A golden chance for aspiring candidates, the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) is now inviting applications for numerous constable positions within the Kolkata Police Department. Acknowledging the worth of diversity, this large-scale hiring campaign is not just open to qualified male candidates but also actively welcomes female applicants. Through this recruitment effort, an impressive tally of over 11,000 vacancies awaits to be filled.
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Apply for Constable Recruitment by March 29th
The gates have swung open for online applications for the 2024 Kolkata Police Constable and Lady Constable Recruitment initiative. Eligible candidates can wait no further and mark their entry online on the official recruitment board website, wbpolice.gov.in, until the cut-off on March 29, 2024, at 11:59 PM.
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Vacancies Surpass the 11,000 Mark
In a move that signposts an even greater opportunity, the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board has upped the number of vacancies for constable positions. Previously announced vacancies were pegged at 10,255, but recent updates on their official notification has skyrocketed this number to 11,749. Of these proposed vacancies, 8,212 are open for male candidates while 3,537 slots are earmarked for women, illustrating a surge towards inclusivity and empowerment.
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Who Can Apply?
Educational Eligibility:
Prospective applicants must have cleared the Secondary Examination (Class 10th) from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or its equivalent to qualify for the positions.
Age Limit:
As of January 1, 2024, the applicant's age should be no less than 18 years and not exceed 30 years. Upper age limit relaxations apply to candidates from reserved categories. For full details related to educational qualifications, age limits, and other criteria, please carefully read the notification below.
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Selection Process
Aspiring constables in Kolkata Police looking to don the uniform will first need to power through a preliminary written exam that doubles as a screening process. Successful candidates will then move on to the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), followed by a final written examination and interview conducted by the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board.
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Step-by-Step Application Guide
Step 1: Visit the official recruitment board website: wbpolice.gov.in. Step 2: Click on the 'Recruitment' tab on the home page. Step 3: Click on the Constable/Lady Constable 2024 application link. Step 4: Register and advance to the application form. Step 5: Fill in the form, submit the fees, and click on submit. Step 6: Your form submission is complete; download the confirmation page and print it out for record-keeping.
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Application Fee
All candidates from West Bengal, except for those belonging to the SC/ST category, will need to pay a fee of INR 170 (INR 150 for the application fee + INR 20 processing fee). The SC and ST category candidates are only required to pay a processing fee of INR 20. Keep an eye on the website for more information.
