Kolkata Police Constable Vacancy 2025: The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) has released a revised vacancy notice for the recruitment of Constables and Lady Constables in Kolkata Police. The total number of vacancies has been significantly increased from the initial announcement. Eligible candidates who have applied can check the updated category-wise vacancy details below.
Kolkata Police Constable Revised Vacancy 2024
The WBPRB, via Notice No. WBPRB/NOTICE – 2025/06 dated September 18, 2025, has updated the vacancy position. The total number of posts has been increased from 3,734 (3,464 Constable + 270 Lady Constable) to 3,969 (3,624 Constable + 345 Lady Constable)
| Category | Constable Vacancies | Lady Constable Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 544 | 47 |
| Unreserved (E.C.) | 470 | 45 |
| Unreserved (HG) | 254 | 28 |
| Unreserved (Civic Volunteers) | 291 | 28 |
| Unreserved (Sports Quota) | 72 | 7 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 253 | 24 |
| EWS (E.C.) | 110 | 10 |
| Scheduled Caste | 325 | 32 |
| Scheduled Caste (E.C.) | 255 | 24 |
| Scheduled Caste (HG) | 108 | 11 |
| Scheduled Caste (Civic Volunteers) | 109 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 73 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribe (E.C.) | 73 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribe (HG) | 36 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe (Civic Volunteers) | 36 | 4 |
| OBC-A | 110 | 9 |
| OBC-A (E.C.) | 108 | 11 |
| OBC-A (HG) | 72 | 7 |
| OBC-A (Civic Volunteers) | 72 | 7 |
| OBC-B | 109 | 11 |
| OBC-B (E.C.) | 72 | 7 |
| OBC-B (HG) | 36 | 4 |
| OBC-B (Civic Volunteers) | 36 | 3 |
| Total | 3624 | 345 |
Check Official KP Constable Revised Vacancy Table Here
What is the Kolkata Police Constable Recruitment?
The WBPRB is conducting a recruitment drive to fill thousands of Constable and Lady Constable posts in the Kolkata Police force. The selection process is multi-stage and includes:
- Preliminary Written Test (Qualifying)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Final Written Examination (85 Marks)
- Interview (15 Marks)
The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the Final Written Exam and the Interview.
Kolkata Police Constable Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | March 1, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 29, 2024 |
| Application Editing Window | April 1 – April 7, 2024 |
| Exam Date (Preliminary) | 1st February 2026 |
Also Read: Kolkata Police Constable Exam Date 2025 Out @prb.wb.gov.in, Check Prelims Tentative Schedule
Kolkata Police Constable Eligibility
Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as of 01/01/2024. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-A/OBC-B (3 years), and other specified categories.
Educational Qualification: Must have passed the Madhyamik Examination (Class 10) from WBBSE or equivalent.
Physical Standards: Specific height, weight, and chest (for males) requirements vary by category and gender. Details are available in the official notification.
Language: Must be able to read, write, and speak Bengali (exemption for permanent residents of hill subdivisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong).
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Kolkata Police Constable Vacancy 2024 FAQs
Q1. Has the total number of vacancies for Kolkata Police Constable increased?
Ans: Yes, the total vacancies have been revised upwards from 3,734 to 3,969 posts.
Q2. What is the new total number of vacancies?
Ans: The revised total is 3,969 vacancies (3,624 for Constable and 345 for Lady Constable).
Q3. Is the application process still open?
Ans: No, the online application window was closed on March 29, 2024. The board has only revised the vacancy count post-application closure.
Q4. Where can I check the official revised notice?
Ans: The official revised notice can be downloaded from the WBPRB website (https://prb.wb.gov.in) or via the direct link provided above.
Q5. What is the selection process?
Ans: The selection involves a Preliminary Written Test, PMT, PET, Final Written Exam, and an Interview.