The Public Service Commission, West Bengal has opened online applications for 247 Industrial Development Officer posts in the Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises under the state’s MSME & Textiles Department. The detailed recruitment advertisement under Advertisement No. 15/2024 was published on 5 November 2026, while the application window opened on 6 November and closes on 26 November 2026 at 3:00 PM. Selected candidates will join a state government industrial-development role carrying Pay Level 10 under the West Bengal Services (ROPA) Rules, with a pay scale of ₹32,100 to ₹82,900 plus admissible allowances.
At a basic level, candidates need either a degree from a recognised university or a recognised diploma in Engineering or Technology. The recruitment uses an unusual age reference date: candidates must be at least 18 and not more than 44 years old as on 1 January 2024 before applicable relaxation. Knowledge of Bengali is also important, with the notified exemption for candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali. Selection is through a 100-mark objective written examination followed by a 15-mark interview. Because negative marking applies in the written test, applicants should review the official subject-wise pattern before preparing.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Public Service Commission, West Bengal |
| Post | Industrial Development Officer (IDO) |
| Department | Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, MSME & Textiles Department |
| Advertisement | 15/2024 |
| Detailed advertisement date | 5 November 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 247 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date | 26 November 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Edit window | 27 November to 2 December 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Pay | Level 10, ₹32,100–₹82,900 |
| Selection | Written Examination + Interview |
| Job location | West Bengal |
Vacancy Details
The detailed recruitment is for 247 Industrial Development Officer posts.
Reservation applies under the rules stated in the detailed advertisement. Candidates claiming SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD or meritorious-sportsperson benefits should verify the exact certificate and domicile conditions from the official notice before applying.
Basic Eligibility / Educational Qualification
Candidates need either:
- a degree from a recognised university, or
- a Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognised university or institution.
The essential qualification must be held by the closing date.
Candidates should also be able to read, write and speak Bengali. The notification exempts candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali from this Bengali requirement.
Age Limit
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 44 years |
| Age cut-off | 1 January 2024 |
| SC/ST relaxation | 5 years for eligible West Bengal candidates |
| OBC-NCL relaxation | 3 years for eligible West Bengal candidates |
| PwBD | Up to 45 years under the notified condition |
Use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator with 1 January 2024 as the cut-off date. The date is unusual for a 2026 application cycle, so candidates should follow the detailed WBPSC advertisement exactly rather than substituting a later date.
Salary
The post carries Pay Level 10: ₹32,100 to ₹82,900, with admissible allowances under the applicable West Bengal service rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / other non-exempt candidates | ₹160 + applicable service charges |
| SC/ST candidates of West Bengal | Nil |
| Eligible PwBD candidates | Nil |
Candidates from outside West Bengal claiming SC/ST status should verify the fee and reservation treatment under the official rules.
Selection Process
Selection has two scored stages:
- Written Examination — 100 marks
- Interview — 15 marks
Final merit is prepared on the combined score out of 115 marks.
The Commission may apply category-wise qualifying standards and shortlist candidates for interview based on written-exam performance.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions / Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 15 |
| Industrial Safety / Security Measures and Pollution Control Measures | 10 |
| Environmental Issues with emphasis on Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy | 15 |
| Physical Science | 15 |
| Elementary Computer Knowledge | 10 |
| Industrial Scenario and Industrial Potential in West Bengal | 15 |
| Mental Ability and Arithmetic | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
- Question type: Objective MCQ
- Total questions: 100
- Total marks: 100
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer
- Interview: 15 marks
Minimum aggregate standard
| Category | Minimum aggregate |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / MSP | 40% |
| OBC | 38% |
| SC | 35% |
| ST / PwBD | 30% |
These are the notified minimum standards, not predicted cut-offs.
Syllabus
The written test is built around the seven notified subject areas:
- English
- Industrial Safety, Security Measures and Pollution Control
- Environmental Issues, Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy
- Physical Science
- Elementary Computer Knowledge
- Industrial Scenario and Industrial Potential in West Bengal
- Mental Ability and Arithmetic
Candidates should prepare from the exact subject headings and standard indicated in the official advertisement rather than using an older WBPSC IDO syllabus from a previous recruitment.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed advertisement | 5 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 26 November 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 26 November 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Edit window | 27 November to 2 December 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Written examination | To be announced |
| Interview | To be announced |
How to Apply for WBPSC Industrial Development Officer Recruitment 2026
- Read the official WBPSC detailed advertisement before filling the form.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check as a preparation aid, then verify every condition from the official notice.
- Check your age on 1 January 2024 with the Age Calculator.
- Keep your degree/diploma, category certificate, identity proof and other records ready using the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Open the official WBPSC website and access the current application for Advertisement No. 15/2024.
- Register or log in to your WBPSC account.
- Enter personal, educational, category and photo-ID details exactly as shown in your documents.
- Upload the required photograph and signature and pay the applicable fee online.
- Submit only one application. The detailed advertisement warns against multiple applications.
- Complete submission by 26 November 2026 at 3:00 PM.
- If correction is needed, use the notified edit window from 27 November to 2 December 2026.
- For final checks, see the How to Apply for Government Jobs guide.
Documents Required
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Madhyamik / equivalent certificate | Date-of-birth proof |
| Degree certificate | Graduate eligibility |
| Engineering / Technology diploma | Diploma-route eligibility |
| Photo ID | Application and examination identity |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate, where applicable | Reservation claim |
| PwBD certificate, where applicable | PwBD claim |
| Meritorious sportsperson proof, where applicable | MSP claim |
| Photograph and signature | Online application |
| Application printout and payment proof | Future reference |
Important Candidate Notes
- The post is under the West Bengal MSME Directorate.
- The detailed advertisement is linked to Advertisement No. 15/2024, whose earlier indicative notice was issued in 2024.
- The current detailed application cycle runs in November 2026.
- The age reference date remains 1 January 2024 under the detailed recruitment terms.
- Written-exam questions carry 0.25 negative marking for wrong answers.
- Bengali language ability is tested as part of the recruitment process, with the notified Nepali-mother-tongue exemption.
- Written-exam and interview dates have not yet been announced.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Detailed WBPSC notification | Open Official Detailed Advertisement |
| Apply online / WBPSC website | Open Official WBPSC Website |
| Age check | Open Age Calculator |
| Eligibility preparation | Open Eligibility Pre-check |
| Document preparation | Open Government Job Document Checklist |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available in WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?
There are 247 Industrial Development Officer vacancies.
What is the basic qualification?
Candidates need a recognised university degree or a recognised Diploma in Engineering or Technology.
What is the application deadline?
The online application closes on 26 November 2026 at 3:00 PM.
What is the age limit?
The notified age range is 18 to 44 years as on 1 January 2024, before applicable relaxation.
What is the salary?
The post carries Pay Level 10: ₹32,100 to ₹82,900, plus admissible allowances.
What is the exam pattern?
The written examination has 100 objective questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes, followed by a 15-mark interview.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.
Is Bengali compulsory?
Candidates are expected to read, write and speak Bengali, except where the notified Nepali-mother-tongue exemption applies.