WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026

WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026 –  Apply Online for 1,145 Vacancies

WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026: The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC), has released Advertisement No. 22/2024 inviting online applications for the post of Sub-Surveyor under the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys, Department of Land & Land Reforms and Refugee Relief & Rehabilitation, Government of West Bengal. A total of 1,145 vacancies have been notified for this permanent post.

Eligible candidates with Madhyamik or equivalent qualification and the prescribed Survey Engineering diploma or Surveyor certificate with relevant experience can apply online through the official WBPSC website. The pay scale is Level 7, ranging from ₹24,700 to ₹63,900 under WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019.

The online application process starts on 20 October 2026, and the last date to submit the application and pay the applicable fee is 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM. 

WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

Candidates should complete the online application and fee payment within the prescribed deadline. Applications must be submitted only through the official commission website.

WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Vacancy 2026

The commission has announced a total of 1,145 Sub-Surveyor vacancies. The notification provides category-wise reservation information, including provisions for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP), and Ex-Servicemen.

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Post Details and Salary

The recruitment is for the post of Sub-Surveyor in the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys. The position falls under the Department of Land & Land Reforms and Refugee Relief & Rehabilitation, Government of West Bengal.

In addition to the prescribed pay scale, admissible allowances will be provided according to applicable government rules. The post is described as permanent in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026

Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, age limit, language requirement, and other conditions prescribed by WBPSC.

1. Educational Qualification

Applicants must satisfy either of the following qualification routes.

Route 1: Diploma in Survey Engineering

• Must have passed the Madhyamik Examination or an equivalent examination.
• Must possess a three-year Diploma in Survey Engineering from a recognised institute affiliated with AICTE or the West Bengal State Council of Technical Education.

OR

Route 2: Surveyor Certificate and Relevant Experience

• Must have passed the Madhyamik Examination or an equivalent examination.
• Must possess a two-year Surveyor certificate course from a recognised Industrial Training Institute (ITI).
• Must have one year of experience in Survey and Settlement work using modern survey techniques.
• Must be conversant with Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) and/or Electronic Total Stations (ETS) technology.
• The prescribed experience must be from a qualifying government-empanelled organisation or eligible GIS/surveying company recognised under the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme, with the experience conditions specified in the notification.

Candidates choosing the second route should read the detailed notification carefully to ensure that their organisation and experience meet the stated requirements.

2. Age Limit

The prescribed age limit is 21 to 45 years as on 1 January 2024.

SC, ST and OBC candidates from other states will be treated as General candidates for the applicable reservation benefits. Age will be determined from the date of birth recorded in the Madhyamik or equivalent certificate.

3. Bengali Language Requirement

The ability to read, write and speak Bengali is an essential requirement. However, this requirement is not mandatory for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali, unless specifically mentioned in the notification. Candidates with poor performance in the Bengali knowledge test may have their candidature cancelled.

4. Nationality

Indian citizens and other nationals declared eligible by the Government of India may apply, subject to the conditions in the advertisement.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the prescribed fee online unless they qualify for an exemption.

The commission states that the application fee is non-refundable. Candidates should confirm their eligibility for any exemption before submitting the application.

Selection Process

The selection process is based on the examination scheme prescribed in the official notification.

Paper I: Bengali / Nepali

• Duration: 1 hour
• Total marks: 50
• Question type: Conventional
• Topics include letter writing, report drafting and grammar at the Madhyamik or equivalent standard.
• Candidates must obtain at least 30% marks in Paper I to have their Paper II marks considered.

Paper II: English, Elementary Mathematics and Survey Engineering

• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Total marks: 200
• Number of questions: 200 multiple-choice questions
• Marks: 1 mark per question

The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Paper II, subject to the qualifying requirement for Paper I. WBPSC may fix the qualifying marks for Paper II at its discretion.

Negative Marking

There is a negative marking of 0.25 mark for each wrong answer in the multiple-choice questions in Paper II. Candidates should prepare carefully and avoid random guessing.

In the event of a tie in Paper II marks, preference will be given to the older candidate, based on the respective dates of birth.

WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Exam Syllabus 2026

Candidates should use the syllabus provided in the official advertisement to organise their preparation.

Bengali/Nepali and Elementary Mathematics are based on the Madhyamik or equivalent examination standard. Survey Engineering is based on the standard of a Diploma examination.

Candidates should allocate more preparation time to Survey Engineering because it carries 100 marks, half of the total Paper II marks.

How to Apply Online for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications.

1. Visit the official WBPSC website.
2. Open the recruitment or current advertisements section.
3. Find Advertisement No. 22/2024 for the Sub-Surveyor post.
4. Read the detailed advertisement and confirm your eligibility.
5. Register or log in to your candidate account as instructed by the portal.
6. Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, age and category details.
7. Enter the required photo identity document details and issuing authority.
8. Provide the prescribed qualification and experience details, where applicable.
9. Review the application form carefully before final submission.
10. Pay the application fee online if applicable.
11. Submit the application before 3:00 PM on 9 November 2026.
12. Save or print the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.

Important instructions:

• Only online applications are accepted.
• Submitting more than one application for the same post is prohibited and may result in cancellation.
• Once submitted, the application is treated as final, subject to the edit facility specifically provided by the commission.
• The edit window is scheduled from 11 November to 16 November 2026 and may be used only once.
• Keep the original photo identity document available for the examination.
• The examination date will be announced separately on the official website.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready, as applicable:

• Madhyamik or equivalent certificate for age proof.
• Madhyamik mark sheet or certificate.
• Three-year Diploma in Survey Engineering certificate and supporting academic records, where applicable.
• Two-year Surveyor certificate from a recognised ITI, where applicable.
• Relevant Survey and Settlement work experience certificate, where applicable.
• Valid photo identity proof, such as Aadhaar, PAN card, passport, voter ID, driving licence or another permitted government-issued ID.
• SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS certificate, where applicable.
• PwBD certificate and the prescribed scribe-related medical certificate, if applicable.
• Ex-Serviceman certificate, where applicable.
• Meritorious Sportsperson certificate and prescribed forms, where applicable.
• Application confirmation and fee-payment receipt, if applicable.

Important Links

The WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026 offers an opportunity for eligible candidates with the prescribed Survey Engineering qualifications to apply for a permanent government position in West Bengal. With 1,145 vacancies and a Level 7 pay scale of ₹24,700–₹63,900, this recruitment may be relevant to candidates who have completed Madhyamik and the required survey-related diploma or certificate and experience.

Before applying, candidates should carefully check their educational qualifications, age eligibility, Bengali language requirement, category certificate validity and application fee. The last date to submit the application and pay the fee is 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM. Apply only through the official WBPSC website.

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