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WBPSC Head Master / Head Mistress Recruitment 2026
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WBPSC Head Master / Head Mistress Recruitment 2026

West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) - Department of Minority Affairs and Madrasah Education, Government of West Bengal

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Vacancies

5

Salary

₹56,100 - ₹144,300

Job Type

Permanent

Full time

Apply By

27 Mar 2026

This recruitment closed on 27 Mar 2026

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About This Job

West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has released notification for 5 Head Master / Head Mistress posts in English Medium Government High Madrasahs. Candidates with a Master's Degree and B.Ed along with 10 years teaching experience can apply online. Last date to apply is 27 March 2026. Age limit: 35 to 50 years.

WBPSC is hiring 5 Head Masters / Head Mistresses for English Medium Government High Madrasahs across West Bengal. If you are an experienced educator looking for a leadership role in government education, this is your chance to step into a well-paying, permanent position with the state government.

Key Highlights

  • 5 permanent positions available in English Medium Government High Madrasahs across West Bengal
  • Attractive salary in Pay Level 16 ranging from Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,44,300 per month plus allowances
  • You need a Second Class Master's Degree and a First Class B.Ed from recognized institutions
  • 10 years of continuous teaching experience in a recognized secondary school or madrasah is mandatory
  • Candidates must be able to teach in English with strong expression skills
  • Bengali proficiency is required unless your mother tongue is Nepali
  • Age must be between 35 and 50 years as on 1 January 2026

Selection Process

The selection will happen in three stages. First, you will take a Screening Test (competitive written examination). Those who clear the screening will be called for a personal Interview. Finally, shortlisted candidates go through Document Verification before final appointment. The screening test is expected to be conducted in offline (OMR-based) mode.

Preparation Tips

  1. Focus on General Knowledge and Current Affairs with special attention to West Bengal-specific history, geography, and polity questions
  2. Brush up your English Language skills including grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and error detection
  3. Study Education and Administrative Aptitude covering teaching principles, educational psychology, school administration, and leadership concepts
  4. Practice previous years' WBPSC papers to understand the difficulty level and question patterns
  5. Review recent developments in education policy including NEP 2020 and West Bengal education reforms

Documents You'll Need

  • Educational certificates -- all mark sheets and degrees from 10th onward including Master's Degree and B.Ed
  • Teaching experience certificate -- proof of 10 years continuous experience in a recognized institution, must be issued by the school/madrasah authority
  • Age proof -- 10th class certificate or birth certificate
  • Category certificate -- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD certificate issued by the competent authority in West Bengal
  • Identity proof -- Aadhaar card, PAN card, or Voter ID
  • Passport-size photographs and scanned signature in the prescribed format for the online application

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the overall administration of the English Medium Government High Madrasah
  • Supervise teaching staff, ensure quality education delivery, and maintain academic standards
  • Coordinate with the Department of Minority Affairs and Madrasah Education on policy implementation
  • Manage student admissions, examinations, and disciplinary matters
  • Oversee infrastructure, budgets, and resources of the institution
  • Ensure compliance with government rules, regulations, and educational policies

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Qualification

Second Class Master's Degree and First Class B.Ed from a recognized University/Institution with 10 years continuous teaching experience

Preferred Qualification

Proficiency in English teaching with strong expression skills; ability to read, write and speak Bengali

Required Skills

English language proficiency, Bengali language proficiency, School administration and leadership, Teaching and pedagogy

Age Limit

35 - 50 years (as on 01 Jan 2026)

Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwBD: 5 years

Experience

10 - No limit years

Minimum 10 years of continuous teaching experience in a recognized secondary school or madrasah is mandatory

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Application Fee

Category Fee
General ₹210.00
OBC ₹210.00
SC Exempted
ST Exempted
PwD Exempted

* Fee payment may be subject to additional bank charges

Salary & Compensation

Pay Scale

Pay Level 16: Rs. 56,100 - Rs. 1,44,300

Allowances

Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible allowances as per West Bengal Government rules

Selection Process

  1. 1 Written Exam
  2. 2 Interview
  3. 3 Document Verification

Exam Pattern

The Screening Test is expected to be conducted in offline (OMR-based) mode with the following structure:

SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Knowledge and Current Affairs3030
English Language and Comprehension3030
Education and Administrative Aptitude4040
Total100100

Duration: 2 Hours

Negative Marking: Expected 1/3rd mark deduction for each wrong answer (subject to official confirmation)

Additional Requirements

Local Language Required (Bengali)

Other Requirements

  • English Proficiency: Ability to teach in English with good power of expression
  • Bengali Proficiency: Ability to read, write and speak in Bengali (unless mother tongue is Nepali)
  • Indian Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen

How to Apply

Application Mode: Online

Required Documents:

  • Master's Degree certificate and mark sheets
  • B.Ed certificate and mark sheets
  • 10th and 12th class certificates and mark sheets
  • Teaching experience certificate (10 years continuous)
  • Age proof (10th certificate or birth certificate)
  • Caste/Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) from competent authority
  • PwBD certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Scanned signature
  • Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
  • Employment exchange registration certificate (if applicable)

Important Dates

Notification

05 Mar 2026

Application Start

06 Mar 2026

Last Date to Apply

27 Mar 2026

Last Fee Payment

27 Mar 2026

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