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Key Facts: WBP Constable Exam

85

Written Test Questions

WBPRB Official Notification

60 Mins

Time Limit

WBPRB Guidelines

-0.25

Negative Marking

1/4 Mark per Wrong Answer

₹170

General/OBC Fee

WBPRB Guidelines

10th Pass

Education Level

Madhyamik or equivalent

18-30 Yrs

Age Bracket

General Candidates

The WBP Constable written exam consists of 85 questions to be completed in 60 minutes. The registration fee is ₹170 (₹20 for West Bengal SC/ST). The syllabus includes General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, and English. The final selection is based on the written score (85 marks) and interview (15 marks) combined.

Sample WBP Constable Practice Questions

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1The Battle of Plassey was fought in which year?
A.1757
B.1764
C.1782
D.1857
Explanation: The Battle of Plassey was fought on June 23, 1757, between Siraj-ud-Daulah, the last independent Nawab of Bengal, and the British East India Company forces led by Robert Clive. The British victory marked the beginning of colonial rule in India.
2Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?
A.Ashoka
B.Chandragupta Maurya
C.Bindusara
D.Samudragupta
Explanation: Chandragupta Maurya founded the Maurya Empire in 322 BCE with the help of his advisor, Chanakya (Kautilya), after overthrowing the Nanda dynasty.
3In which session did the Indian National Congress declare 'Poorna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) as its ultimate goal?
A.Lahore Session 1929
B.Calcutta Session 1928
C.Karachi Session 1931
D.Belgaum Session 1924
Explanation: Under the presidency of Jawaharlal Nehru, the Indian National Congress adopted the resolution of Poorna Swaraj at the Lahore Session in December 1929, hoisting the tricolor flag on January 26, 1930.
4Who is the author of the historical biography 'Harshacharita'?
A.Kalidasa
B.Banabhatta
C.Harsha
D.Bilhana
Explanation: Banabhatta, the court poet of King Harshavardhana, wrote 'Harshacharita' in Sanskrit. It is the first historical biography in Sanskrit literature.
5Which Gupta ruler is known as the 'Napoleon of India' due to his extensive military conquests?
A.Chandragupta I
B.Chandragupta II
C.Samudragupta
D.Skandagupta
Explanation: Historian V.A. Smith described Samudragupta as the 'Napoleon of India' because of his remarkable military campaigns and undefeated conquests as recorded in the Prayag Prashasti (Allahabad Pillar inscription).
6Which is the longest river flowing entirely through India?
A.Ganga
B.Godavari
C.Yamuna
D.Brahmaputra
Explanation: Among rivers whose entire course lies within India, the Godavari is the longest (about 1,465 km), rising in Maharashtra and flowing to the Bay of Bengal entirely inside Indian territory. The Ganga is longer overall (~2,525 km) but leaves India into Bangladesh as the Padma, so it is not 'entirely through India'.
7Which Indian state shares the longest international border with Bangladesh?
A.Assam
B.Tripura
C.West Bengal
D.Meghalaya
Explanation: West Bengal shares a 2,217 km international border with Bangladesh, which is the longest boundary any Indian state shares with a single neighboring country.
8The Silent Valley National Park is located in which Indian state?
A.Karnataka
B.Kerala
C.Tamil Nadu
D.Uttarakhand
Explanation: Silent Valley National Park is located in the Palakkad district of Kerala. It is situated in the Western Ghats and is famous for its evergreen tropical rainforests and rare lion-tailed macaques.
9Which mountain pass connects the Kashmir Valley with the Ladakh region?
A.Nathu La
B.Zoji La
C.Shipki La
D.Rohtang Pass
Explanation: Zoji La is a vital high mountain pass located in the Himalayas that connects Srinagar in the Kashmir Valley with Leh in Ladakh.
10Which soil type covers the largest area in India?
A.Black Soil
B.Red Soil
C.Alluvial Soil
D.Laterite Soil
Explanation: Alluvial soil is the most widespread soil category in India, covering around 40% of the country's land area, primarily in the northern plains and river valleys.

About the WBP Constable Exam

The West Bengal Police Constable written exam is the primary selection test administered by the WBPRB to recruit Constables and Lady Constables. Composed of 85 multiple-choice questions spanning General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics (10th standard), Reasoning, and English, the exam carries a 1/4 negative marking penalty for incorrect options. Candidates qualifying in the written exam proceed to physical measurement (PMT) and efficiency tests (PET). The final stage is an interview worth 15 marks, after which a combined merit list (Written + Interview out of 100) is published for final selection.

Assessment

85 multiple-choice questions (1 mark each, negative marking of 0.25 for every incorrect response)

Time Limit

1 hour (60 minutes)

Passing Score

Determined by cut-off based on vacancies

Exam Fee

₹170 (SC/ST: ₹20) (West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB))

WBP Constable Exam Content Outline

29.4%

General Awareness and General Knowledge

Covers Indian History, Geography of India and West Bengal, Indian Constitution, General Science, Sports, Literature, and Current Affairs.

29.4%

Elementary Mathematics

Arithmetic questions of Madhyamik (Class 10) level, emphasizing speed and calculations.

29.4%

Reasoning and Logical Analysis

Logical patterns, series completion, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense, and verbal reasoning.

11.8%

English

Standard high school grammar including articles, prepositions, voice/narration change, synonyms, antonyms, and spelling.

How to Pass the WBP Constable Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Determined by cut-off based on vacancies
  • Assessment: 85 multiple-choice questions (1 mark each, negative marking of 0.25 for every incorrect response)
  • Time limit: 1 hour (60 minutes)
  • Exam fee: ₹170 (SC/ST: ₹20)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

WBP Constable Study Tips from Top Performers

1Improve quantitative speed by learning multiplication shortcuts, squares, cubes, and fractions-to-percentages conversions.
2Read regional newspapers and watch state current affairs summaries, since West Bengal geographical features and schemes are frequently tested.
3Build command over basic English prepositions, articles, and voice changes, as the English section can be highly scoring.
4Solve reasoning questions daily, particularly topics like coding-decoding, series, and blood relations.
5Do mock tests with a timer. Answering 85 questions in 60 minutes requires high speed (less than 45 seconds per question).
6Do not neglect physical conditioning. Train regularly for the running events (1600m/800m) to clear the PMT and PET stages.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the selection process for the West Bengal Police Constable post?

The selection process consists of: (1) Written Examination (85 marks), (2) Physical Measurement Test (PMT) to verify height and weight, (3) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) featuring running tests, and (4) Interview (15 marks). The final merit list is based on the combined marks of the written exam and the interview.

What is the syllabus and marks distribution of the WBP Constable written exam?

The written exam has 85 marks distributed as: General Awareness and General Knowledge (25 Marks), Elementary Mathematics (25 Marks), Reasoning and Logical Analysis (25 Marks), and English (10 Marks).

Is there any negative marking in the WBP Constable written exam?

Yes, there is negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks (1/4th of the marks allotted to a question) will be deducted.

What are the educational and age requirements for WBP Constable?

Candidates must have passed the Madhyamik Examination (10th) from the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education or its equivalent. The age limit is 18 to 30 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.

What are the language requirements for the exam?

Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write in Bengali. However, this is relaxed for permanent residents of the hill sub-divisions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts, where official language rules apply.

What is the physical efficiency test standard for male and female candidates?

Male candidates must run 1600 meters in 6 minutes and 30 seconds. Female candidates must run 800 meters in 4 minutes. Third Gender candidates must run 800 meters in 3 minutes and 30 seconds.

How much is the application fee for WBP Constable?

The application fee is ₹170 (₹150 application + ₹20 processing) for General and OBC candidates. SC and ST candidates belonging to West Bengal pay only the processing fee of ₹20.