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WBPSC Sub Surveyor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1,145 Land Records & Survey Vacancies

Advt No: Advertisement No. 22/2024•Public Service Commission, West Bengal

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Total Vacancies

WBPSC

1,145

Sub-Surveyor (Directorate of Land Records & Surveys)

Min Qualification

DIPLOMA

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 45 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹24,700–₹63,900

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Public Service Commission, West Bengal (Advt No: Advertisement No. 22/2024)

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About this Recruitment

The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) has officially published Advertisement No. 22/2024 inviting online applications for 1,145 permanent vacancies for the post of Sub-Surveyor in the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys under the Department of Land & Land Reforms and Refugee Relief & Rehabilitation, Government of West Bengal. The post carries WBS (ROPA) Rules 2019 Pay Level 7 (₹24,700 – ₹63,900) with an estimated initial monthly in-hand salary of approximately ₹28,972. Candidates who have passed the Madhyamik (10th) examination and hold either a 3-Year Diploma in Survey Engineering from a recognized institution OR a 2-Year Surveyor ITI Certificate along with 1 year of practical survey experience are eligible to apply. Applicants must also be able to read, write, and speak in Bengali (not mandatory for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali). Online applications are accepted from 20 October 2026 to 09 November 2026 (up to 3:00 PM) on psc.wb.gov.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

WBPSC announces massive recruitment drive for 1,145 permanent Sub-Surveyor vacancies.
Department: Directorate of Land Records & Surveys, Government of West Bengal.
Pay Matrix: ROPA 2019 Level 7 (₹24,700 – ₹63,900) offering an in-hand monthly salary of around ₹28,972.
Eligibility: Madhyamik (10th) + 3-Year Survey Engineering Diploma OR 2-Year ITI Surveyor certificate with 1-year experience.
Relaxed upper age limit of 45 years as of 01 January 2026, with further relaxations for WB SC/ST/OBC candidates.
Nominal application fee of ₹160 for UR/OBC; 100% fee exemption for West Bengal SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
Online registration active from 20 October 2026 to 09 November 2026 (3:00 PM) on psc.wb.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

45 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC-A & OBC-B of West Bengal): +3 Years

Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST) of West Bengal: +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years

Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +3 Years

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Educational Eligibility: DIPLOMA, ITI, TENTH PASS

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

18 October 2026

Application Start Date

20 October 2026

Last Date to Apply

9 November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Sub-Surveyor (Directorate of Land Records & Surveys)	1145	DIPLOMA

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: WBS (ROPA) Rules 2019 Pay Level 7 (₹24,700 – ₹63,900) with initial basic pay of ₹24,700, Dearness Allowance, 12% House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance (₹500), and state service benefits

Official Pay Scale

₹24,700 – ₹63,900

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹24,700

Dearness Allowance (DA)14%

₹3,458

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹4,446

Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,026

Gross Monthly Salary₹33,630

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹2,816

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹250

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹3,126

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹30,504

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹4.04 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Paper-I Language Qualifying Examination

Exam Mode: Descriptive Conventional Written Paper

60 Minutes

Total Marks: 50

Negative Marking: None (Qualifying nature: minimum 30% marks mandatory)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Bengali or Nepali Composition & Drafting (Madhyamik Standard)	3	50	60 min

Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker

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Survey Engineering Domain (Paper-II - 100 Marks)

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Elementary Mathematics (Paper-II - 50 Marks)

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Bengali / Nepali Language (Paper-I - 50 Marks)

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Access the official portal of the West Bengal Public Service Commission at https://psc.wb.gov.in.

Click on 'One Time Registration (OTR)' if not previously registered with WBPSC, or log in with your Enrolment Number and Password.

Navigate to 'Live Applications' and select 'Advertisement No. 22/2024: Sub-Surveyor Recruitment'.

Verify personal information, permanent and communication addresses, category, and domicile details.

Enter educational qualification details: Madhyamik details and Survey Engineering Diploma / ITI certificate particulars with pass year and marks.

Confirm mother tongue and proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Bengali (or Nepali).

Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photograph (20 KB to 100 KB JPG) and signature (10 KB to 50 KB JPG).

Proceed to fee payment and pay ₹160 (for General/OBC) through online debit/credit card or net banking (exempted for WB SC/ST/PwBD).

Check the final preview of your application, agree to declarations, submit the form, and download the confirmation printout before 09 November 2026.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Photograph

20 KB to 100 KB, JPEG format, colored with light background

Scanned Signature

10 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format, signed in blue/black ink on white paper

Madhyamik (10th) Admit Card / Certificate

Proof of Date of Birth in PDF format

Survey Engineering Diploma or ITI Certificate

Marksheets and pass certificate in PDF format

Practical Survey Experience Certificate

Minimum 1 year certificate for ITI candidates issued by authorized employer

Caste / Category Certificate (WB SC / ST / OBC-A / OBC-B)

Issued by competent authority of the Government of West Bengal

Valid Photo Identity Proof

Aadhaar Card, Epic Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card

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Application Fee Details

General / Other Backward Classes (OBC) Candidates₹160

SC / ST / PwBD Candidates of West BengalFree

Payment Modes: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or offline through Bank Counter Challan

Selection Process

Stage 1: Paper-I Language Qualifying Examination (Conventional Type in Bengali or Nepali - 50 Marks, 1 Hour) testing draft writing, summary, and grammar with a mandatory 30% qualifying cutoff

Stage 2: Paper-II Objective Multiple Choice Examination (200 Marks, 150 Minutes) testing English (50 Marks), Elementary Mathematics (50 Marks), and Survey Engineering Technical Domain (100 Marks) with 0.25 negative marking

Stage 3: Preliminary Scrutiny and Document Verification of Madhyamik certificates, Survey Diploma/ITI credentials, category reservations, and practical experience

Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Examination and Police Verification

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are announced in WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Recruitment 2026?

Under Advertisement No. 22/2024, WBPSC has advertised 1,145 permanent vacancies for the post of Sub-Surveyor in the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys.

What is the educational qualification for Sub-Surveyor in West Bengal?

Candidates must have passed Madhyamik (Class 10) from a recognized Board AND hold either a 3-Year Diploma in Survey Engineering from an AICTE/WBSCTE recognized institution, OR a 2-Year Surveyor ITI Certificate from a recognized NCVT institute along with at least 1 year of practical survey experience.

Is knowledge of Bengali language compulsory?

Yes, candidates must possess the ability to read, write, and speak in Bengali. However, this condition is not mandatory for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali.

What is the age limit for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor?

The age limit is 21 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxations apply: 3 years for OBC-A and OBC-B candidates of West Bengal, 5 years for West Bengal SC/ST candidates, and up to 10 years for PwBD.

What is the monthly in-hand salary of a Sub-Surveyor in West Bengal?

The post carries ROPA 2019 Pay Level 7 (Basic Pay ₹24,700). With 14% DA, 12% HRA, and medical allowances, the initial gross salary is around ₹31,622, with an estimated net take-home pay of approximately ₹28,972 per month.

What is the application fee for WBPSC Advt 22/2024?

The application fee is ₹160 plus applicable service charges for General and OBC candidates. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD of West Bengal are completely exempted from payment.

What is the examination pattern for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor?

The selection consists of two papers: Paper-I (Qualifying Bengali/Nepali language test, 50 marks, 1 hour; 30% pass mark) and Paper-II (Merit-determining Objective MCQ test, 200 marks, 2.5 hours, covering English 50 marks, Mathematics 50 marks, and Survey Engineering 100 marks with 0.25 negative marking).

What are the online application dates for WBPSC Sub-Surveyor?

Online applications open on 20 October 2026 and close on 09 November 2026 at 3:00 PM. The application correction window will be open from 11 November to 16 November 2026.