The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) has officially released the Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Notification for Constable and Lady Constables. This notification brings 3734 opportunities for both male and female candidates. The application process is set to commence on 1st March 2024. Aspiring candidates can find detailed information regarding the recruitment in the following sections.
Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Notification PDF
The Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Notification is available for download on the official website of WBPRB since 27th February 2024. Before applying, candidates are advised to carefully review the detailed Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Notification PDF. This document covers essential details such as eligibility criteria, the selection process, and more.
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Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Vacancy
A total of 3734 vacancies have been released for Constable posts by the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board. The detailed vacancy distribution is presented in the table below.
| Sl. No. | Category | Constable | Lady Constable | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unreserved (UR) | 519 | 35 | 554 |
| 2 | Unreserved (E.C.) | 449 | 37 | 486 |
| 3 | Unreserved (HG) | 244 | 21 | 265 |
| 4 | Unreserved (Civic Volunteers) | 278 | 21 | 299 |
| 5 | Unreserved (Sports Quota) | 69 | 6 | 75 |
| 6 | EWS | 242 | 20 | 262 |
| 7 | EWS (E.C.) | 105 | 7 | 112 |
| 8 | Scheduled Caste | 311 | 26 | 337 |
| 9 | Scheduled Caste (E.C.) | 243 | 18 | 261 |
| 10 | Scheduled Caste (HG) | 104 | 8 | 112 |
| 11 | Scheduled Caste (Civic Volunteers) | 104 | 8 | 112 |
| 12 | Scheduled Tribe | 69 | 5 | 74 |
| 13 | Scheduled Tribe (E.C.) | 70 | 5 | 75 |
| 14 | Scheduled Tribe (HG) | 34 | 3 | 37 |
| 15 | Scheduled Tribe (Civic Volunteers) | 35 | 3 | 38 |
| 16 | OBC-A | 104 | 7 | 111 |
| 17 | OBC-A (E.C.) | 104 | 9 | 113 |
| 18 | OBC-A (HG) | 69 | 5 | 74 |
| 19 | OBC-A (Civic Volunteers) | 69 | 6 | 75 |
| 20 | OBC-B | 104 | 8 | 112 |
| 21 | OBC-B (E.C) | 69 | 6 | 75 |
| 22 | OBC-B (HG) | 35 | 3 | 38 |
| 23 | OBC-B (Civic Volunteers) | 34 | 3 | 37 |
| Total | 3464 | 270 | 3734 |
Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet the Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Eligibility Criteria before applying. The eligibility criteria are outlined below.
- Citizenship: The applicant must be a Citizen of India.
- Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as of 01/01/2024)
- Age Relaxation: As per government norms for different categories.
- Educational Qualification: The applicant must have passed the Madhyamik Examination from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or its equivalent.
- Language Proficiency: Bengali language proficiency is required, with exceptions for certain regions.
- Gender Eligibility: Female candidates are eligible to apply for the post of Lady Constable in Kolkata Police.
Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Salary
After the implementation of the 6th Pay Commission, the salary for Kolkata Police Constables has seen a significant increase. The current salary details are as follows:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹23,700 |
| Dearness Allowance | ₹681 |
| House Rent Allowance | ₹2,724 (12% of Basic Pay) |
| Medical Allowance | ₹500 |
| Monthly Gross Salary | ₹26,605 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in the Kolkata Police Constable 2024 recruitment?
- A total of 3734 vacancies have been released for Constable and Lady Constable posts.
2. When will the online applications for Kolkata Police Constable 2024 start?
- The online applications for Kolkata Police Constable 2024 will commence on 1st March 2024.
3. What are the stages included in the selection process for Kolkata Police Constable 2024?
- The selection process includes Preliminary, PMT, PET, Final Written Test, and Interview.
4. Where can I download the Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Notification PDF?
- The Kolkata Police Constable 2024 Notification PDF can be downloaded from the official website of WBPRB.
5. What is the minimum and maximum age limit for Kolkata Police Constable 2024?
- The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 30 years as of 01/01/2024. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.