Kolkata Police Constable Exam 2026: Official Syllabus, Pattern, and Selection Process Guide

The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) conducts the highly competitive Kolkata Police Constable Exam 2026 to recruit skilled candidates for Constables and Lady Constables. Achieving success requires a clear understanding of the recruitment cycle, which involves a rigorous five-stage assessment process.

Overview of the Recruitment Process

The selection is a multi-tiered journey. Candidates must pass both written and physical hurdles to secure a position. You can track your progress or check status updates through the official Kolkata Police Constable Result 2025-26 – Click to Check portal.

Kolkata Police Constable Selection Process Checklist

• Stage I: Preliminary Written Test
• Stage II: Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
• Stage III: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
• Stage IV: Final Written Exam
• Stage V: Interview

Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

Both the Preliminary and Final exams are designed to test your core aptitude. Note that there is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) for every incorrect answer, making accuracy as crucial as speed.

Field	Details
Organization	West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB)
Post Name	Constables/Lady Constables in Kolkata Police
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions
Maximum Marks	Prelims Exam – 100 marks Final Written Exam – 85 marks
Negative Marking	0.25 mark
Duration of Exam	01 hour
Language of Exam	Bengali & Nepali (except English language exam)

Physical Standards and Efficiency

Candidates must meet specific physical benchmarks. Please note that Ex-servicemen over 35 years of age receive physical relaxations regarding the race events.

Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

Gender	Category	Height (cm.)	Chest (cm)	Weight (kg.)
Male	All categories (except Gorkhas, etc.)	167	Unexpanded-78/Expanded-83	57
Female	All categories (except Gorkhas, etc.)	160	N/A	49

Syllabus Breakdown

The curriculum covers General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, English, and Reasoning. Below are the key topics for your preparation:

General Awareness & Mathematics

• History, Science, Politics, Economics, Current Events.
• Number Systems, Profit & Loss, Percentages, Mensuration, Time & Work.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the syllabus for the Kolkata Police Constable Exam 2026?

The syllabus includes General Awareness, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics, English, and Logical Reasoning.

What are the stages of the selection process?

The process has five stages: Preliminary Exam, PMT, PET, Final Written Exam, and an Interview.

Is there negative marking?

Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in both written exams.

How much does the interview weigh?

The interview stage carries 15 marks and tests the candidate's proficiency in speaking Bengali.