The West Bengal government has approved recruitment to 14,454 government posts and announced the Bhagini Nibedita Scheme for unmarried women pursuing higher education. The decisions were taken during a Cabinet meeting on 5 October 2026.
Bengal Cabinet Approves 14,400+ Government Jobs
The West Bengal Government has announced recruitment for 14,454 government posts across various departments. The recruitment process is expected to be completed within six to eight months. The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) and West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) will conduct the examinations and recruitment process.
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Rs 50,000 Assistance Under Bhagini Nibedita Scheme
- Financial Assistance: Eligible unmarried female students will receive a total financial support of Rs 50,000 spread over a duration of 3 years.
- Target Audience: Unmarried women pursuing higher education in West Bengal
- Detailed Guidelines: The state government will soon release official eligibility criteria, required documents, and application procedure details
Other Key Cabinet Decisions
The government has also increased the monthly remuneration of Karmabandhus from Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000. The food allowance for SC and ST hostel students has also been increased from Rs 1,800 to Rs 3,300.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Government Posts | 14,454 |
| Recruitment Timeline | 6–8 months |
| Bhagini Nibedita Assistance | Rs 50,000 over 3 years |
| Karmabandhu Remuneration | Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000 |
| SC/ST Hostel Food Allowance | Rs 1,800 to Rs 3,300 |
| Announcement Date | 5 October 2026 |
What Are the Major Announcements?
The West Bengal Cabinet has approved 14,454 government jobs in different state departments. The vacancies will include posts in Police, Forest, Fire Services, Prison, and Home & Hill Affairs departments. The recruitment process will be conducted by the West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) and West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB). The government aims to complete the recruitment process within 8 months. The official recruitment notifications are expected to be released soon. Separately, 12,000 newly recruited police constables will receive their appointment letters on 11 October 2026.
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