Kolkata Police Constable and SI results out: 3,708 candidates provisionally selected
In short
- The WB Police Constable Final Result 2026 was released on September 24, 2026, with 3,381 candidates selected.
- The Kolkata Police SI Final Result 2026 was declared on October 8, 2026, listing 327 provisionally selected candidates.
- Candidates can access results and merit lists on prb.wb.gov.in, wbpolice.gov.in, and kolkatapolice.gov.in.
- The WB Police Constable recruitment for 2024 had 11,749 vacancies, while the Kolkata Police SI recruitment for 2023 led to 327 selections.
- Selected Kolkata Police SI candidates will be placed in Pay Level 10, with an estimated starting in-hand salary of Rs.38,000 – Rs.45,000 per month.
The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) has announced the final results for the recruitment of Constables in West Bengal Police-2024 and Sub-Inspector/Sub-Inspectress (UB), Sub-Inspector (AB), and Sergeant in Kolkata Police, 2023. The Constable results were released on September 24, 2026, while the Kolkata Police SI results were declared on October 8, 2026.
A total of 3,381 candidates have been selected for the WB Police Constable recruitment, and 327 candidates have been provisionally selected for the Kolkata Police SI posts. These results are available on the official websites prb.wb.gov.in, wbpolice.gov.in, and kolkatapolice.gov.in, marking the completion of the respective recruitment processes.
West Bengal Police Constable 2024 Final Result Details
The final result for the West Bengal Police Constable recruitment for the 2024 cycle was published on September 24, 2026. This recruitment drive aimed to fill 11,749 vacancies, comprising 8,212 male and 3,537 female positions. Out of these, 3,381 candidates have been selected.
Candidates can check their individual results by providing their Application Serial Number, date of birth, and permanent district/state on the official portal. The final merit list for WB Police Constable is currently subject to the outcome of several pending writ petitions and other legal proceedings. The selection process for Constables involved a written examination carrying 85 marks and an interview carrying 15 marks, making a grand total of 100 marks.
| Category | Sub-Category | Male Cut Off | Female Cut Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | UR | 63.42 | 47.17 |
| Unreserved (UR) | EC | 61.58 | 40.58 |
| Unreserved (UR) | NVF & HG | — | 38.83 |
| Unreserved (UR) | Ex-Serviceman | — | — |
| Unreserved (UR) | CV/VPV | 61.50 | 38.58 |
| Unreserved (UR) | MSP | 62.17 | 42.00 |
| EWS | EWS | 53.33 | 19.75 |
| EWS | EC | 37.58 | — |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | SC | 57.33 | 32.42 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | EC | 43.42 | — |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | NVF & HG | 45.00 | — |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Ex-Serviceman | — | — |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | CV/VPV | 39.58 | 27.55 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ST | 50.33 | 38.33 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | EC | — | — |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | NVF & HG | 44.67 | 28.58 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | CV/VPV | 35.55 | 34.50 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | OBC | 61.08 | 37.92 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | EC | 43.92 | — |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | NVF & HG | 48.08 | 27.42 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | CV/VPV | 40.67 | 29.05 |
Kolkata Police Si 2023 Recruitment Process and Cut-Offs
The final result for the Kolkata Police SI recruitment for the 2023 cycle was announced on October 8, 2026. The PDF document contains the names of 327 provisionally selected candidates. The selection process for these posts, including Sub-Inspector/Sub-Inspectress (UB), Sub-Inspector (AB), and Sergeant, involved multiple stages over an extended period.
The preliminary examination result was released on September 24, 2025, followed by the Final Combined Competitive Examination on December 30, 2025. The shortlist for the Personality Test was published on September 16, 2026, with the Personality Test commencing from September 28, 2026. The Personality Test carried 30 marks, with a minimum passing mark of 8. Candidates were required to upload various documents, including proof of age, degree certificates, and caste/community certificates, for the Personality Test.
| Stage | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 2023 (Kolkata Police – 2023 cycle) |
| Application Period | Mid-2023 |
| Preliminary Examination Conducted | January 28, 2024 |
| Preliminary Examination Result | September 24, 2025 |
| PMT / PET (Physical Tests) | Completed (2025–2026) |
| Final Combined Competitive Exam (Mains) | December 30, 2025 |
| Mains Written Result (Personality Test shortlist) | September 16, 2026 |
| Personality Test Commences | September 28, 2026 |
| Final Result Declared | October 8, 2026 |
| Appointment / Joining (expected) | To be announced — check prb.wb.gov.in |
| Category | Sub-Inspector (UB) | Sub-Inspectress (UB) | Sub-Inspector (AB) | Sergeant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 159.17 | 144.33 | 154.17 | 152 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 148.17 | 132.83 | 144.33 | 144 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 124.17 | 130.50 | 146.83 | 131 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 155.83 | 142.17 | 150.67 | 151 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 152.67 | 142.33 | 149.50 | 146 |
Salary and Next Steps for Selected Candidates
Provisionally selected candidates for the Kolkata Police SI posts will be placed in Pay Level 10 of the West Bengal Pay Matrix, with a pay scale ranging from Rs.32,100 to Rs.82,900 per month. The estimated starting in-hand salary for these positions is approximately Rs.38,000 to Rs.45,000 per month, on top of other allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport/Conveyance Allowance, and Medical Benefits as per Government of West Bengal rules.
Selected candidates for Kolkata Police SI are advised to monitor the official portal, prb.wb.gov.in, for further announcements regarding their appointment and joining procedures. The recruitment board has indicated that details regarding these next steps will be communicated through the official website.
| Salary Component | Amount / Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs.32,100 – Rs.82,900 per month |
| Pay Level | Level 10 (West Bengal Pay Matrix) |
| Grade Pay (pre-7th Pay Commission reference) | Rs.3,900 – Rs.4,800 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As per WB Government rules (revised periodically) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Applicable as per posting location |
| Transport / Conveyance Allowance | Applicable for short-distance transfers |
| Medical Benefits | Government health scheme coverage |
| Estimated In-Hand Salary (starting) | Approximately Rs.38,000 – Rs.45,000/month |
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