WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 247 Posts, Online Form Fill Up till 26 Nov

The West Bengal Public Service Commission has finally announced a total of 247 Industrial Development Officer posts. These posts will be filled by eligible candidates through WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026 under the advt. no. 15/2024 in the Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of West Bengal. All eligible candidates can apply online on the official portal at psc.wb.gov.in. But every aspirant must note an important thing: cross-check all details before submitting the online form.

WBPSC IDO Notification 2026 PDF Out: Download Here

To cross-check all details for WBPSC IDO Recruitment, candidates can download the detailed notification PDF available on the official website at psc.wb.gov.in. It includes details such as eligibility, application dates, selection process, salary, vacancies, application fees, how to submit the online form, syllabus, exam pattern & more. For convenience, we have provided the direct link to download the notification PDF in the article below

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WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026 Out: Overview

The full form of IDO is Industrial Development Officer. This is a golden opportunity for all engineering graduates to fill out the online form by 26 November 2026. To be eligible for WBPSC IDO posts, candidates must meet the criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits. Candidates must have a degree or diploma in engineering or technology and be between 18 and 44 years of age. Apart from that, candidates can take an overview of WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026 in the table below

WBPSC IDO Important Dates 2026

WBPSC IDO Vacancy 2026 Out: Category-wise

A total of 247 Industrial Development Officer (IDO) posts have been announced. Aspirants who belong to General, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe or any other caste can check category-wise posts and submit the online form accordingly. For candidates’ convenience, we have provided category-wise post details in the table below

WBPSC IDO Job Profile: Work and Responsibilities

An Industrial Development Officer works under the Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of West Bengal. The job role focuses on promoting industries at the district and block level and helping entrepreneurs access government schemes.

• Promoting the setting up of new micro, small and medium enterprises
• Guiding entrepreneurs about state and central government schemes and subsidies
• Processing applications for registrations, incentives and loans
• Field visits and inspection of industrial units
• Coordinating with banks, District Industries Centres (DICs) and other departments
• Collecting industrial data and preparing reports for the department

What are the Eligibility Criteria?

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualifications and age limit to become eligible for WBPSC Industrial Development Officer Recruitment 2026.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications:

• A degree from a recognised university.
• A Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognised university or institution.

Bengali Language Requirement

The ability to read, write and speak Bengali is an essential requirement for this recruitment. However, this condition is not mandatory for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali. The Bengali language ability of candidates will be tested at the time of the interview. Candidates performing poorly in the Bengali language test may have their candidature cancelled.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2024)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 44 years

Age Relaxation

The Commission provides upper-age relaxation to eligible reserved-category candidates as follows:

SC/ST/OBC candidates belonging to other states will be treated as General candidates and will not receive the corresponding age relaxation.

WBPSC IDO Online Application Through OTR (One Time Registration)

WBPSC uses a One Time Registration (OTR) system. Candidates register once on the portal, get a permanent enrolment number, and then use the same login to apply for any advertisement, including IDO (Advt. No. 15/2024). Candidates who already have an OTR need not register again.

• Visit the official website psc.wb.gov.in and click on the One Time Enrolment/Registration link.
• Fill in basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number and email ID, and verify through OTP.
• Note down the enrolment number and password generated after registration.
• Log in and complete your OTR profile with personal, educational and category details.
• Go to the “Apply” section and select Industrial Development Officer, Advt. No. 15/2024.
• Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee before 26 November 2026, 3:00 PM.
• Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

WBPSC IDO Apply Online 2026

The WBPSC Online Form fill-up process has been started on the official website at psc.wb.gov.in. All aspirants who want the Industrial Development Officer (IDO) posts must duly fill out the online application form and upload all original and verified documents to avoid disqualification in the WBPSC IDO Online Form 2026. As per the schedule, the last date to fill the online form is 26 November 2026 (till 3 pm). For the candidate’s convenience, we have provided the direct link to submit the application form on the WBPSC website.

WBPSC IDO Online Form Fill Up 2026 (Link Active)

How to Apply Online for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can submit their application forms through the official WBPSC portal by following these steps:

1. অফিসিয়াল ওয়েবসাইট psc.wb.gov.in-এ যান।
2. রিক্রুটমেন্ট বা পরীক্ষা (Examination) বিভাগটি খুলুন।
3. “WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026” বিজ্ঞপ্তিটি খুঁজুন।
4. প্রয়োজনীয় তথ্য দিয়ে অনলাইন রেজিস্ট্রেশন সম্পূর্ণ করুন।
5. লগ ইন করুন এবং আবেদনপত্র পূরণ করুন।
6. ব্যক্তিগত, শিক্ষাগত এবং অন্যান্য প্রয়োজনীয় তথ্য দিন।
7. প্রয়োজনীয় ছবি, স্বাক্ষর ও নথিপত্র আপলোড করুন।
8. আবেদন ফি প্রযোজ্য হলে তা পরিশোধ করুন।
9. আবেদনপত্র জমা দিন এবং কনফার্মেশন পেজ ডাউনলোড করুন।

Candidates should check the detailed advertisement for the exact documents, fee payment rules and application instructions.

Documents Required for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026

Candidates should keep all required documents ready before filling the online form. The same documents will be checked at the time of interview and document verification.

• Recent passport-size photograph and signature.
• Age proof (Madhyamik/Class 10 admit card or certificate)
• Graduation degree or Engineering/Technology diploma certificate and marksheets
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) issued by a competent authority of West Bengal
• EWS certificate.
• PwBD certificate (40% or above disability)
• Meritorious Sportsperson certificate.
• Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, etc.)

What is the Application Fee?

Candidates applying for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026 are required to pay the prescribed application fee according to their category. The reported fee details are given below.

WBPSC IDO Selection Process 2026

The Selection Process for the WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026 consist of two stages to evaluate candidates’ knowledge and required skills. The final merit list will be prepared based on candidates’ overall performance in all stages. Candidates can check the selection stages listed below.

• Written examination or Screening Test
• Interview

WBPSC IDO Exam Pattern 2026

The selection process evaluates candidates out of a aggregate total of 115 Marks, conducted across two distinct stages:

Part-I: Written Examination (100 Marks)

• Format: Objective Type (100 MCQs)
• Total Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes)
• Negative Marking: 0.25 Marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Subject-Wise Mark Distribution:

Part-II: Interview (15 Marks)

Candidates qualifying Part-I based on category-specific cut-offs will be called for the 15-mark interview/personality test round.

Aggregate Qualifying Marks

• UR / EWS / MSP: 40%
• OBC: 38%
• SC: 35%
• ST / PwBD: 30%

WBPSC IDO Salary 2026

The WBPSC IDO Salary will be determined according to the applicable West Bengal Government pay rules. Previous recruitment-related information has reported a basic pay of approximately ₹32,100, with additional allowances such as Dearness Allowance and House Rent Allowance.

• Pay Level: Level 10
• Pay Scale: ₹32,100 – ₹82,900
• Starting Basic Pay: ₹32,100 per month
• Pay Rules: WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and other admissible allowances.
• Job Nature: Temporary, but likely to be permanent.

WBPSC IDO Syllabus 2026

The WBPSC will publish the official examination scheme and syllabus for Industrial Development Officer Recruitment 2026 on its website. Candidates should check the syllabus before starting their preparation.

The previously reported examination areas include:

• General Studies
• Science and Humanities
• Industrial Scene of West Bengal and India
• Industrial Potential of West Bengal and India
• Mental Ability
• Arithmetic

Candidates can also check the WBPSC IDO Syllabus 2026 page for preparation-related updates.

WBPSC IDO Previous Year Question Papers

Previous year question papers help candidates understand the exam format, question types and important topics. Candidates preparing for the Industrial Development Officer examination should practise available question papers and mock tests to improve their speed and accuracy.

Download the WBPSC IDO Previous Year Question Papers and practise regularly.

WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026: FAQs

Q1. Which organisation is conducting the WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) is conducting the recruitment.

Q2. How many vacancies are announced under WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Ans. A total of 247 vacancies have been announced for the Industrial Development Officer post.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Ans. Candidates must possess a degree from a recognised university or a Diploma in Engineering/Technology from a recognised university or institution.

Q4. What is the age limit for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The prescribed age limit is 18 to 44 years.

Q5. Is knowledge of Bengali mandatory for the WBPSC IDO post?

Ans. Yes, candidates must have the ability to read, write and speak Bengali. Applicable exemptions for Nepali mother-tongue candidates will be as per the official notification.

Q6. What is the salary of an Industrial Development Officer under WBPSC?

Ans. Selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Level 10, with a pay scale of approx. ₹32,100 to ₹82,900, along with admissible allowances.

Q7. What is the selection process for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The selection process consists of a written examination carrying 100 marks, followed by an interview carrying 15 marks. The total marks are 115.

Q8. Is there negative marking in the WBPSC IDO written examination?

Ans. Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Q9. What is the application fee for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The application fee is ₹160 plus applicable service charges. SC/ST candidates from West Bengal and eligible PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Q10. How can candidates apply for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Ans. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official WBPSC website at psc.wb.gov.in.