WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus 2025 and Exam Pattern PDF Download

The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has released the updated WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus 2025 along with the exam pattern. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of the WBPSC Clerkship Exam 2025 syllabus, pattern, and preparation tips. Understanding these details is crucial for candidates aiming to perform well in the WBPSC Clerkship Exam scheduled for 2025.

WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus 2025 – Overview

Feature	Details
Recruitment Body	West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC)
Exam Name	WBPSC Clerkship Exam 2025
Posts	Clerk
Exam Level	State-Level
Mode of Exam	Online
Selection Process	Part 1, Part 2, and Typing Test
Duration	Part 1 – 90 minutes, Part 2 – 60 minutes
Negative Marking	Part 1 – 0.25 marks
Official Website	www.wbpsc.gov.in

WBPSC Clerkship Selection Process 2025

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Part 1 Exam (Objective Type): Includes multiple-choice questions on English, Arithmetic, and General Studies.
2. Part 2 Exam (Conventional Type): Includes descriptive questions in English and Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali.
3. Computer Knowledge & Typing Test: For candidates who qualify in both Part 1 and Part 2.

WBPSC Clerkship Exam Pattern 2025

The WBPSC Clerkship Exam Pattern 2025 consists of two stages: Part 1 (Objective Type) and Part 2 (Conventional Type), followed by a Computer Knowledge and Typing Test. The candidates must qualify in both written parts to proceed to the final assessment stage. Each part has distinct features that test the candidates’ knowledge, language skills, and aptitude.

WBPSC Clerkship Part 1 Exam Pattern

The WBPSC Clerkship Paper 1 is an objective-type test designed to assess candidates’ abilities in three main areas: English Language, Arithmetic, and General Studies. It includes 100 multiple-choice questions, with a total of 100 marks. The exam duration is 90 minutes, and there is a negative marking scheme of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. The distribution of marks is as follows:

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	30	30	90 Minutes
Arithmetic	30	30
General Studies	40	40
Total	100	100	90 minutes

WBPSC Clerkship Part 2 Exam Pattern

The WBPSC Clerkship Paper 2 is a conventional descriptive test comprising two groups:

• Group A: Questions in English language.
• Group B: Questions in Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Nepali, or Santali.

Each group carries 50 marks, making the total for Paper 2 100 marks. The duration of the examination is 60 minutes. The detailed distribution is:

Subject	Marks	Duration
Group A: English	50	1 hour
Group B: Regional Language (Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali)	50
Total	100	60 minutes

WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus 2025

Section	Topics
WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus for English Language	– Antonyms
	– Synonyms and their correct usage
	– Grammar
	– Sentence structure
	– Vocabulary
WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus for Arithmetics	– Ratio and Proportions
	– Percentage
	– Profit and loss
	– Simple interest
	– Simplification
	– Decimals and Recurring Decimals
	– Divisibility
	– Fractions
	– LCM and HCF
	– Partnership
	– Average
	– Time and work, time and distance
	– Area of rectangles and squares
WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus for General Studies	– Geography of India
	– National News (Current Affairs)
	– Indian culture
	– Scientific observation
	– History of India
	– International problems
	– Economic problems in India
	– Political science
	– Famous places in India
	– About India and its neighbouring countries
	– World Organization

WBPSC Clerkship Part 2 (Mains) Syllabus

Group A: English

• Condensing prose passages (Summary/Precis)
• Drafting reports from supplied points
• Translation from Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali to English

Group B: Regional Language

• Drafting reports in the selected regional language
• Condensing prose passages (Summary/Precis)
• Translation from English to Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali/Santali

Preparation Tips for WBPSC Clerkship 2025

1. Understand the Exam Pattern: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and exam pattern.
2. Time Management: Allocate specific time for each subject daily.
3. Practice Mock Tests: Improve speed and accuracy by solving mock tests and previous years’ papers.
4. Stay Updated: Read newspapers daily for current affairs and general knowledge.
5. Focus on Weak Areas: Identify and strengthen topics where you lack proficiency.

WBPSC Clerkship Syllabus 2025: FAQ