About West Bengal Police?
The West Bengal Police is one of the two police forces of the Indian state of West Bengal. The other being the Kolkata Police, which has a separate jurisdiction across Kolkata.The West Bengal Police was reorganized under provisions of the Police Act 1861 during the British Raj.
What Posts Come Under WBP?
Here are some of the ranks in the West Bengal Police (WBP):
- Director General and Inspector General of Police (DGP/IGP): The head of the WBP
- Additional Director General and Inspector General of Police (Addl. DGP/IGP): There are 27 officers in this rank
- Inspector General of Police (IGP): There are 35 officers in this rank
- Deputy Inspector General of Police (Dy. IGP): There are 22 officers in this rank
- Superintendent of Police (SP): There are 106 officers in this rank
- Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SP): There are 53 officers in this rank
- Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP): Also known as Deputy Commissioner of Police (Selection Grade)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP): Also known as Sub Divisional Police Officer
- Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP): The equivalent rank in the commissionerate to DSP/SDPO
The lowest rank in the police force is Constable, which is also known as Sipahi in some states.
WBP Syllabus
The syllabus for WBP exams is prescribed depending on the post being applied for:
WBP Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for WBP exams is prescribed depending on the post being applied for:
WBP Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the West Bengal Police (WBP) recruitment, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Education : Candidates must have passed the Madhyamik Examination or an equivalent exam from a recognized board.
Language : Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Bengali. However, this requirement does not apply to permanent residents of the hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong Districts.
Age : The age limit for male constables is 18 to 27 years, and for lady constables it is 18 to 30 years.
Physical Standards : Candidates must meet certain physical standards, such as chest measurements, depending on their gender and category.
Other requirements
Candidates may also need to meet other requirements, such as:- Producing a revalidated or renewed OBC-A/OBC-B certificate
- Submitting a "No Objection Certificate" from the head of the office/disciplinary authority
- Passing a departmental examination in Bengali during the probation period
WBP Salary
The salary of a West Bengal Police (WBP) officer depends on the rank of the position:
Constable: The monthly salary for a WBP Constable ranges from Rs 22,700 to Rs 58,500. The grade pay is Rs 2,600.
Sub-Inspector (SI): The basic pay for a WBP SI ranges from Rs 32,100 to Rs 82,900. The grade pay is Rs 3,900.
Village Police Volunteer: The daily remuneration for a WBP Village Police Volunteer is Rs 378.
In addition to the basic salary, WBP officers are eligible for various allowances and perks. After completing the probation period, officers can enjoy the benefits of these allowances.
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Fuel Expenses
- Deputation Allowance
- Medical allowance
- Refreshment allowance
- Daily Allowance
- Cash Handling Allowance
- Subsistence Allowance
- Travelling Allowance
- Conveyance Allowance
- Foreign Travel
- Briefcase Allowance
- Children Education Allowance
- Pension
- Paid holidays
- Provident Fund
- Subsidized Bills
- Child care Allowance
- Government accommodation
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