West Bengal Police SI exam at a glance
50 full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length mocks
Each is a distinct question set built on the real 100-question, 90-minute pattern, with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first is free; unlock all 50 forever for $1.99 (one-time, no subscription).
West Bengal Police SI key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) |
|---|---|
| Official website | prb.wb.gov.in ↗ |
| Mode | Recruitment for Sub-Inspector of Police (Unarmed and Armed Branch) in the West Bengal Police (distinct from Kolkata Police): a Preliminary examination (qualifying), a Physical Measurement Test and a Physical Efficiency Test (qualifying), a Final Combined Competitive (Main) examination that counts toward merit, and a Personality Test / interview. |
| Frequency | As and when vacancies arise, by WBPRB notification. |
| Scoring & marking | The Preliminary examination has 100 questions for 200 marks in 90 minutes — General Studies (50 questions/100 marks), Arithmetic (25/50) and Logical & Analytical Reasoning (25/50), with one-quarter negative marking — and is qualifying. After the Physical Measurement and Efficiency tests (a 800 m run for men in about 3 minutes and a 400 m run for women in about 2 minutes), the Final (Main) examination of 200 marks — Paper I General Studies & Arithmetic (100), Paper II English (50) and Paper III an Indian language of choice, Bengali/Hindi/Urdu/Nepali (50) — counts toward merit, with a Personality Test (30 marks) that tests the ability to speak Bengali. |
| Language | Bengali (a Main paper and a spoken test at the interview), with Hindi/Urdu/Nepali options, and English. |
Who is eligible for West Bengal Police SI?
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university, with West Bengal domicile, within the prescribed age limits and physical standards (Armed Branch standards are higher than Unarmed Branch).
Last verified July 2026 against WBPRB — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
West Bengal Police SI section breakdown
The West Bengal Police SI mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
-
West Bengal General Knowledge (15 Q)
-
Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
-
Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
-
Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
-
Current Affairs (20 Q)
Marking scheme
+1 per correct. Try your score.
Strategy: West Bengal Police SI has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: West Bengal Police SI (out of 100).
How West Bengal Police SI is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
West Bengal Police SI time strategy
With 100 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 54 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- West Bengal General Knowledge (15 Q)
- Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
- Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
- Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
- Current Affairs (20 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
West Bengal Police SI topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of West Bengal Police SI, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
West Bengal General Knowledge (15 Q)
- GK-WB — Culture · 5
- GK-WB — Economy · 4
- GK-WB — Geography · 3
- GK-WB — History · 2
- GK-WB — Environment · 1
Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q)
- Indian Polity · 22
Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q)
- Reasoning — Ranking · 5
- Reasoning — Series · 3
- Reasoning — Calendar · 3
- Reasoning — Clock · 3
- Reasoning — Verbal Logic · 3
- Reasoning — Number Logic · 3
- Reasoning — Classification · 1
- Reasoning — Analogy · 1
Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q)
- Quant — Number System · 7
- Quant — Number Series · 7
- Quant — Algebra · 6
- Quant — Ages · 1
Current Affairs (20 Q)
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 20
West Bengal Police SI difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
West Bengal Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering West Bengal & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's West Bengal Police SI bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for West Bengal Police SI
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what West Bengal Police SI really tests
The West Bengal Police Sub-Inspector recruitment is run by the WBPRB (distinct from Kolkata Police) for the Unarmed and Armed Branches. A 200-mark Preliminary (General Studies, Arithmetic and Reasoning, 1/4 negative marking, qualifying) and qualifying Physical tests (an 800 m run in about 3 minutes for men) are followed by a 200-mark Final (Main) examination — General Studies & Arithmetic (100), English (50) and an Indian language of choice (50) — and a 30-mark Personality Test that tests the ability to speak Bengali. It is a graduate-level post.
Preparation tips
- Clear the Preliminary and physical tests, then prepare the three Main papers.
- Practise spoken Bengali for the Personality Test.
- Note the higher physical standards for the Armed Branch.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Neglecting the spoken-Bengali element of the Personality Test.
- Confusing WBPRB recruitment with Kolkata Police’s own recruitment.
West Bengal Police SI study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- General Studies, Arithmetic, Reasoning (200 marks)
- Preliminary is qualifying (1/4 negative marking)
- West Bengal GK
- Physical Measurement Test (UB vs AB standards)
- Physical Efficiency Test (800 m ~3 min for men)
- Both are qualifying
- Main: GS & Arithmetic (100), English (50), Indian language (50)
- Personality Test (30) — spoken Bengali is tested
- Medical examination
Where West Bengal Police SI can take you
A strong West Bengal Police SI result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Sub-Inspector (West Bengal)
- Prelim + Main + interview
- Spoken Bengali
- Graduate entry
Best books & official prep for West Bengal Police SI
- WB Police SI Preliminary & Main guides — Various
- West Bengal GK and Bengali-language references — Various
Official practice: Apply and prepare from the official WBPRB notification on prb.wb.gov.in; clear the Prelim and physical tests, prepare the three Main papers, and practise spoken Bengali for the Personality Test.
Previous-year papers: Previous WB Police SI papers are available.
Sample West Bengal Police SI practice questions
5 questions taken from the West Bengal Police SI mock tests on Wrexa Edge. Try each one, then reveal the answer.
-
Q1. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is popularly called the:
- Fairy Queen
- Toy Train
- Palace on Wheels
- Deccan Odyssey
Show answer
Answer: B — Toy Train
-
Q2. The Contingency Fund of India is held by:
- The Prime Minister
- The President, under Article 267
- The RBI Governor
- The Finance Minister
Show answer
Answer: B — The President, under Article 267
-
Q3. Purulia district of West Bengal is famous for which masked martial dance?
- Raibenshe
- Jhumur
- Chhau
- Bihu
Show answer
Answer: C — Chhau
-
Q4. A "no-confidence motion" can be moved only in:
- Rajya Sabha
- Either House
- Lok Sabha
- Joint Sitting
Show answer
Answer: C — Lok Sabha
-
Q5. The Bauls of Bengal, whose tradition is recognised by UNESCO, are best known as:
- Temple sculptor guilds
- Riverboat fisherfolk
- Courtly dance troupes
- Mystic wandering minstrels
Show answer
Answer: D — Mystic wandering minstrels
Frequently asked questions
- What is the West Bengal Police SI exam pattern?
- West Bengal Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Written Examination contains 100 questions across 5 sections: West Bengal General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 54 seconds per question).
- Does West Bengal Police SI have negative marking?
- No — West Bengal Police SI has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is West Bengal Police SI scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. West Bengal Police SI (out of 100).
- How can I practise West Bengal Police SI online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you a free full-length West Bengal Police SI mock test — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock that never expires. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of West Bengal Police SI?
- West Bengal Police SI is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. West Bengal Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering West Bengal & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the West Bengal Police SI exam?
- West Bengal Police SI runs for 90 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in West Bengal Police SI?
- West Bengal Police SI is split into: West Bengal General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. West Bengal Police Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment written exam. 100 MCQ covering West Bengal & national General Knowledge, Indian Polity, advanced Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Current Affairs. Full-length mock with a topic-wise chapter-test series. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during West Bengal Police SI?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the West Bengal Police SI test adaptive?
- No — West Bengal Police SI is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many West Bengal Police SI mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct West Bengal Police SI variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first one free for everyone and 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free West Bengal Police SI test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge West Bengal Police SI test series for 2026 gives you a free full-length mock test (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are West Bengal Police SI previous year question–style papers included?
- Every West Bengal Police SI mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free West Bengal Police SI mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's West Bengal Police SI mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the West Bengal Police SI mock test on mobile?
- Yes. West Bengal Police SI mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the West Bengal Police SI syllabus?
- The West Bengal Police SI syllabus maps to its 5 sections: West Bengal General Knowledge (15 Q), Indian Polity & General Studies (22 Q), Reasoning & Logical Analysis (22 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (21 Q), Current Affairs (20 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for West Bengal Police SI?
- A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university, with West Bengal domicile, within the prescribed age limits and physical standards (Armed Branch standards are higher than Unarmed Branch). Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic West Bengal Police SI practice: a free full-length mock in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the West Bengal Police SI exam and how should I prepare?
- Official West Bengal Police SI exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you a free West Bengal Police SI mock with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
Related exams & practice tests
Candidates preparing for West Bengal Police SI also practise these on Wrexa Edge:
Browse more: All Government & Civil Service exams → · All India exams → · Full exam catalog →
Ready to ace West Bengal Police SI?
Join thousands of candidates practising on Wrexa Edge. Free signup, 50 variants per exam, instant scoring.
Start practising free →