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WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 70 Posts
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West Bengal Police has released the WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026 notification for 70 posts. Apply only through the official website (wbpolice.gov.in).
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| Name of post | WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 70 Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | West Bengal Police |
| Advertisement no. | 4952/E/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 70 posts |
| Pay / salary | Selected candidates appointed for the Driver position will receive a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 16,000 per month during their contractual period. |
| Selection process | Provisionally selected candidates must undergo a Medical Fitness Test as directed by the competent authority. → The selected candidate must submit a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) at the time of joining. Krishnanagar asks for the PCC from the PCC portal of WB Police (https://pcc.wb.gov.in). → Kalimpong: if the number of applicants is much higher, the authority may shortlist on the basis of educational qualification and driving experience. The merit list will be published on the Kalimpong District Police website and displayed outside the unit notice board. → Original documents are verified at the time of interview (Kalimpong, Krishnanagar). Murshidabad asks candidates to bring originals when called for the Driving Test or Interview. → Selection is through a Driving Test and Interview of 40 marks in total. Shortlisted candidates with valid applications are called for both stages, and a merit list is prepared on the marks obtained. → Stage : Marks → Driving Test : 20 → Interview : 20 → Total : 40 → The selection process comprises a Driving Test carrying 20 marks, an Interview carrying 20 marks, and a final Medical Fitness Test for qualifying candidates. |
| Posted on | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 24 Oct 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Application Fee
The Krishnanagar notice states that no application fee will be charged. The Murshidabad notice states that no application fee shall be charged at any stage. The other notices do not mention any application fee.
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for applying to the West Bengal Police Driver recruitment positions.
Age Limit
- Kalimpong: The applicant must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of West Bengal (residents of the Kalimpong district area will be preferred). Minimum qualification is Class VIII passed from a recognised school. The notice asks for a valid Four-Wheeler Driving License and at least 03 years of driving experience in any Government organisation, Quasi Government organisation or registered private limited company, etc. It does not mention Bengali.
- Krishnanagar: The applicant must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of West Bengal (residents of the Krishnanagar Police District area will be preferred). Class VIII passed from a recognised school and Bengali reading and writing are required, along with an LMV or HMV licence of at least 03 years. The 03 years of experience must be in any Government organisation, Quasi Government organisation or registered private limited company, etc.
- Murshidabad: Age (21 to 40 years) and the 03-year licence period are counted as on the date of publication of the notice. The 03 years of experience must be as a driver, supported by documentary proof.
- Other units: Age and licence period are counted as on the date of advertisement.
- Reservation-related age relaxation is not specified in the provided notices.
- Applicants must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on the date of advertisement to be eligible for submission of their offline application forms.
Total Post
70 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Driver (Contractual): Dakshin Dinajpur District Police | 4 |
| Driver (Contractual): Darjeeling District Police | 5 |
| Driver (Contractual): Hooghly Rural Police District | 10 |
| Driver (Contractual): Kalimpong District Police | 4 |
| Driver (Contractual): Krishnanagar Police District | 10 |
| Driver (Contractual): Murshidabad Police District | 6 |
| Driver (Contractual): Purulia District Police | 12 |
| Driver (Contractual): Rapid Action Force 3rd Battalion, Barrackpore | 4 |
| Driver (Contractual): State Armed Police (SAP) 8th Battalion, Ahiran, Suti, Murshidabad | 3 |
| Driver (Contractual): SAP 13th Battalion, Barjora, Bankura | 4 |
| Driver (Contractual): Bongaon Police District | 8 |
| Total | 70 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Selected candidates appointed for the Driver position will receive a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 16,000 per month during their contractual period.
WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | West Bengal Police (WB Police): district police offices, Rapid Action Force and State Armed Police battalions |
| Post Name | Driver (Contractual) |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
| Nature of Engagement | Purely temporary, contractual, 01 (one) year |
| Who Can Apply | Indian citizens aged 21 to 40 years, Class VIII pass, with a valid LMV or HMV driving licence and at least 03 years of driving experience (unit-specific conditions below) |
| Consolidated Professional Fee | Rs. 16,000 per month |
| Application Mode | Offline. Printed form submitted in the drop box of the concerned unit |
| Application Start Date | Varies by unit. Stated for Darjeeling (from 18.10.2026), Kalimpong (from 23.10.2026, 10:00 hrs) and SAP 13th Battalion (form available from 18.10.2026). Other notices say the form is available from the date of publication |
| Last Date | Varies by unit. See Important Dates |
| Job Location | West Bengal (unit-wise locations listed below) |
| Official Website | wbpolice.gov.in and the websites of the respective units |
- The table below answers the key questions quickly. Unit-wise details follow in the sections after it.
- The engagement follows G.O. No. 2980-PL/PB/3P-08/17 dated 30.09.2026 of the Government of West Bengal. Several notices also cite Org. No. 95/ORG//ORG-188/2017 (Pt-III) dated 06.10.2026 of the IGP (HQ), West Bengal. The Kalimpong notice also cites Org. No. 106/ORG//ORG-188/2017 (Pt-III) dated 14.10.2026 of the IGP (HQ).
WB Police Driver Vacancy 2026
- Each unit has notified its own vacancies for the post of Driver (Contractual). Purulia has the most posts (12), followed by Hooghly Rural and Krishnanagar (10 each).
- Reservation category-wise breakup is not specified in the provided notices. The SAP 8th Battalion notice is a corrigendum. It partially cancels the earlier notice (Memo No. 276/IHQ dated 16.10.2026) and notifies 03 Driver posts. The SAP 13th Battalion notice is a partial modification of its Memo No. 215/IHQ dated 12.10.2026.
WB Police Driver Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Educational Qualification | Class VIII passed and knowledge of reading and writing Bengali |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years (as on date of advertisement) |
| Driving Licence | Valid licence for LMV or HMV held for at least 03 years (as on date of advertisement) |
| Experience | At least 03 years of working experience (with documentary proof) |
- Most notices carry the same five conditions. Candidates should still read their own unit notice, because a few conditions differ.
WB Police Driver Salary 2026
- The consolidated professional fee is Rs. 16,000 per month (Rupees Sixteen Thousand only). The Kalimpong and Krishnanagar notices add that the amount is subject to applicable statutory deductions. The engagement is contractual, and the contract is for 01 (one) year. Kalimpong and Krishnanagar state that renewal is subject to satisfactory performance. All notices state that no claim for regularisation will be entertained.
Application Mode
- Fill in the form in capital letters and mention your mobile number.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm), self-attested where the form asks for it.
- Attach self-attested copies of the supporting documents listed below.
- Submit the form in the drop box of the concerned unit before its last date. Where the notice prescribes a superscription for the envelope, write it exactly.
- The notices do not provide an online application link. Candidates must submit the prescribed application form (Annexure-I) offline in the drop box of the concerned unit. Kalimpong and Krishnanagar state that the form must be submitted personally and not by post.
Where to Submit the Application
| Unit | Submission Point | Form Available At |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Dinajpur | Drop box, Motor Transport Section, Balurghat Police Lines, Dakshin Dinajpur District-733103 | wbpolice.gov.in and ddinajpurpolice.wb.gov.in |
| Darjeeling | Drop box, Motor Transport Office (HQ), Darjeeling | darjeelingpolice.wb.gov.in (from 18.10.2026) |
| Hooghly Rural | Drop box, M.T. Section, Office of the Superintendent of Police, Hooghly Rural Police District, Kamarkundu, Singur, Hooghly, Pin 712407 | wbpolice.gov.in or hooghlyruralpolice.wb.gov.in |
| Kalimpong | Drop box, MT Section, Birla house, Kalimpong, during office hours. Envelope superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DRIVER (CONTRACTUAL), 2026” | wbpolice.gov.in (print on white A4 paper) |
| Krishnanagar | Drop box, MT Section, Krishnanagar Police Line, during office hours. Envelope superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF CONTRACTUAL DRIVER UNDER KRISHNANAGAR POLICE DISTRICT, 2026” | Motor Transport Section, Krishnanagar Police Line, and krishnanagarpolice.wb.gov.in (print on white A4 paper) |
| Murshidabad | Designated drop box, Office of the Superintendent of Police, Murshidabad Police District, Berhampore, Murshidabad | Website not specified in the notice |
| Purulia | Drop box in the office of the Superintendent of Police, Purulia. Envelope superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DRIVER (CONTRACTUAL), 2026” | Official website of Purulia District Police (puruliapolice.wb.gov.in) |
| RAF 3rd Bn, Barrackpore | Drop box, Rapid Action Force 3rd Battalion, Barrackpore, West Bengal (Commandant) | wbpolice.gov.in |
| SAP 8th Bn, Ahiran, Suti | Drop box, State Armed Police 8th Battalion, Ahiran, Suti, Murshidabad District (Commandant) | wbpolice.gov.in |
| SAP 13th Bn, Barjora | Drop box, Office of the Commandant, SAP 13th Battalion, Barjora, Bankura | sap13bn.com (from 18.10.2026) |
Documents Required for WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026
- Photocopy of certificate or mark sheet of educational qualification
- Photocopy of birth certificate or age-proof certificate
- Photocopy of driving licence
- Photocopy of document showing residential address (preferably Aadhaar Card)
- Copy of certificate in respect of working experience
- Extra-curricular certificate regarding motor repairing and others (optional in the Murshidabad notice)
- Kalimpong lists self-attested copies of Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, PAN Card, Driving License, educational certificates and experience certificate. Krishnanagar accepts PAN Card, Driving License, Voter Card or Aadhaar Card as identification and residential proof. The Annexure-I note asks for self-attested copies of documents against Sl. Nos. 3, 4, 6, 7 and 10 of the form.
Important Instructions
- Incomplete applications without the required documents may be rejected (Kalimpong, Krishnanagar, Murshidabad). Murshidabad also states that applications received after the due date may be rejected.
- Canvassing in any form or bringing any influence is treated as disqualification (Kalimpong, Krishnanagar).
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the Driving Test and Interview (Kalimpong, Krishnanagar).
- Furnishing false information or suppressing material facts may lead to rejection or cancellation (Murshidabad).
- The Annexure-I forms ask whether any criminal case is initiated or pending against the applicant. Hooghly Rural’s form also asks for bank and Aadhaar details, and Murshidabad’s form asks for an alternate number, email ID and left thumb impression with a checklist of enclosures.
- Contractual service conditions are governed by the contract and applicable Government rules. No claim for regularisation will be entertained. The competent authority may cancel the process at any stage without prior notice and without assigning any reason.
More Details
- WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Dates and Last Date
- Unit-Specific Differences
- WB Police Driver Application Fee
- WB Police Driver Selection Process 2026
- How to Apply for WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026
Mode of Selection
- Provisionally selected candidates must undergo a Medical Fitness Test as directed by the competent authority.
- The selected candidate must submit a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) at the time of joining. Krishnanagar asks for the PCC from the PCC portal of WB Police (https://pcc.wb.gov.in).
- Kalimpong: if the number of applicants is much higher, the authority may shortlist on the basis of educational qualification and driving experience. The merit list will be published on the Kalimpong District Police website and displayed outside the unit notice board.
- Original documents are verified at the time of interview (Kalimpong, Krishnanagar). Murshidabad asks candidates to bring originals when called for the Driving Test or Interview.
- Selection is through a Driving Test and Interview of 40 marks in total. Shortlisted candidates with valid applications are called for both stages, and a merit list is prepared on the marks obtained.
- Stage : Marks
- Driving Test : 20
- Interview : 20
- Total : 40
- The selection process comprises a Driving Test carrying 20 marks, an Interview carrying 20 marks, and a final Medical Fitness Test for qualifying candidates.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official notice using the link in Important Links and read it fully.
- Check eligibility: qualification, age limit (and relaxation), and the last date.
- Register on the official website of West Bengal Police and fill the form carefully.
- Upload your photo and signature in the size asked (our Image Resizer can reduce them to the right KB).
- Pay the fee if one applies, submit, and keep a printout of the final form.
Important Links
| Bn Barjora Bankura | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
|---|---|
| SAP 8TH Bn Suti Murshidabad | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| RAF 3rd Bn Barrackpore | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Purulia District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Murshidabad Police District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Krishnanagar Police District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Kalimpong District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Hooghly Rural Police District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Darjeeling District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Dakshin Dinjapur District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Bongaon Police District | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download wbpolice.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click Here wbpolice.gov.in |
| Link | URL |
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Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are there in WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026?
There are 70 posts in total.
What is the age limit for WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026?
Kalimpong: The applicant must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of West Bengal (residents of the Kalimpong district area will be preferred). Minimum qualification is Class VIII passed from a recognised school. The notice asks for a valid Four-Wheeler Driving License and at least 03 years of driving experience in any Government organisation, Quasi Government organisation or registered private limited company, etc. It does not mention Bengali; Krishnanagar: The applicant must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of West Bengal (residents of the Krishnanagar Police District area will be preferred). Class VIII passed from a recognised school and Bengali reading and writing are required, along with an LMV or HMV licence of at least 03 years. The 03 years of experience must be in any Government organisation, Quasi Government organisation or registered private limited company, etc; Murshidabad: Age (21 to 40 years) and the 03-year licence period are counted as on the date of publication of the notice.
What qualification is needed for WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026?
Most notices carry the same five conditions. Candidates should still read their own unit notice, because a few conditions differ. | Candidates must have passed Class VIII from a recognized board along with a valid LMV or HMV driving licence and at least 3 years of driving experience.
What is the selection process for WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026?
Provisionally selected candidates must undergo a Medical Fitness Test as directed by the competent authority, The selected candidate must submit a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) at the time of joining. Krishnanagar asks for the PCC from the PCC portal of WB Police (https://pcc.wb.gov.in), Kalimpong: if the number of applicants is much higher, the authority may shortlist on the basis of educational qualification and driving experience. The merit list will be published on the Kalimpong District Police website and displayed outside the unit notice board, Original documents are verified at the time of interview (Kalimpong, Krishnanagar). Murshidabad asks candidates to bring originals when called for the Driving Test or Interview, Selection is through a Driving Test and Interview of 40 marks in total. Shortlisted candidates with valid applications are called for both stages, and a merit list is prepared on the marks obtained, Stage : Marks, Driving Test : 20, Interview : 20, Total : 40, The selection process comprises a Driving Test carrying 20 marks, an Interview carrying 20 marks, and a final Medical Fitness Test for qualifying candidates.
What is the official website for WB Police Driver Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://wbpolice.gov.in/.