The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has released the detailed notification for Industrial Development Officer (IDO) Recruitment 2026 under the Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of West Bengal. Through this recruitment drive, the Commission aims to fill 247 Industrial Development Officer vacancies across different categories.

As per the detailed advertisement (Advt. No. 15/2024), the online application process will begin on 6 November 2026. Eligible and interested candidates can submit their application forms through the official WBPSC website, psc.wb.gov.in, until 26 November 2026 (3:00 PM).

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WBPSC IDO Notification 2026 PDF Download

WBPSC has published the detailed advertisement for the recruitment of Industrial Development Officers in the Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, West Bengal. The notification contains all the important details regarding the recruitment process, including the total number of vacancies, category-wise reservation, eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, examination pattern, syllabus and salary structure.

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WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026: Overview

Candidates can check the important details of WBPSC Industrial Development Officer Recruitment 2026 in the overview table below.

WBPSC Industrial Development Officer Recruitment 2026
Recruiting Organisation West Bengal Public Service Commission
Exam Name  WBPSC IDO Examination 2026
Advt No. 15/2024
Post Name Industrial Development Officer (IDO) in Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
WBPSC IDO Recruitment Notification  5 November 2026
Application Start Date  6 November 2026
Last Date to Apply  26 November 2026 (up to 3 p.m.)
Total Vacancies  247
Application Mode Online
Educational Qualification  A degree from a recognised university or a diploma in Engineering or Technology
Official Website  psc.wb.gov.in

WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Events Dates
Detailed Notification Release  5 November 2026
Online Application Starts  6 November 2026
Last Date to Apply Online  26 November 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment  26 November 2026
Examination Date  To be announced

WBPSC IDO Vacancy 2026: Category-Wise Posts

The West Bengal Public Service Commission has announced a total of 247 vacancies for the Industrial Development Officer post.

Category Vacancies
UR (Unreserved) 124
SC (Scheduled Caste) 52
ST (Scheduled Tribe) 14
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 18
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) 9
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) 25
MSP (Meritorious Sportsperson) 5
Total 247

WBPSC IDO Apply Online 2026

The WBPSC IDO online application process will start on 6 November 2026. Candidates who fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions can apply online through the official WBPSC website.

Applicants must complete the registration process, enter their personal and educational details, upload the required documents and pay the applicable application fee within the prescribed deadline.

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How to Apply Online for WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can follow the step-by-step instructions below to submit their applications for WBPSC Industrial Development Officer Recruitment 2026.
1. Visit the official website of the West Bengal Public Service Commission at psc.wb.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the Recruitment or Examination section.
3. Find the notification for Industrial Development Officer Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 15/2024).
4. Read the detailed advertisement carefully before proceeding.
5. Complete the online registration using the required details.
6. Log in with your registration credentials.
7. Fill in the application form with your personal, educational and other relevant information.
8. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
9. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
10. Review all the details and submit the application form.
11. Download and print the final application confirmation page for future reference.

WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the WBPSC Industrial Development Officer (IDO) Recruitment 2026 must meet the educational qualification, Bengali language requirements and prescribed age limit mentioned in the official notification.

WBPSC IDO Educational Qualification 2026

  • Candidates must possess any one of the following educational qualifications from a recognised university or institution:
    A Degree from a recognised University.
  • A Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognised University or Institution.
  • Candidates must ensure that their educational qualifications fulfil the requirements specified in the WBPSC IDO Recruitment Notification 2026.

Bengali Language Requirements

  • Knowledge of the Bengali language is an essential eligibility requirement for the Industrial Development Officer post.
  • Candidates must be able to read, write and speak Bengali. However, candidates whose mother tongue is Nepali are exempted from this Bengali language requirement.
  • The Commission will assess candidates’ Bengali language proficiency during the interview stage. Candidates who fail to demonstrate the required level of Bengali language proficiency may face cancellation of their candidature.

WBPSC IDO Age Limit 2026

The age of candidates will be calculated as of 1 January 2024, as specified in the recruitment notification.

Age Criteria Age Limit
Minimum Age 18 Years
Maximum Age 44 Years 44 Years

WBPSC IDO Age Relaxation 2026

The West Bengal Public Service Commission provides upper-age relaxation to candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories according to the applicable government rules.

Category  Age Relaxation
SC (West Bengal) 5 Years
ST (West Bengal) 5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer, West Bengal) 3 Years
PwBD (40% or above disability) Up to 45 years of age

WBPSC IDO Selection Process 2026

The Selection Process for the WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026 consist of two stages to evaluate candidates’ knowledge and required skills. The final merit list will be prepared based on candidates’ overall performance in all stages. Candidates can check the selection stages listed below.

  • Written examination or Screening Test
  • Interview

WBPSC IDO Exam Pattern 2026

The selection process evaluates candidates out of a aggregate total of 115 Marks, conducted across two distinct stages:

Part-I: Written Examination (100 Marks)

  • Format: Objective Type (100 MCQs)
  • Total Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes)
  • Negative Marking: 25 Marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Subject-Wise Mark Distribution:

Subject / Topic Marks / Questions
Mental Ability & Arithmetic 20
Industrial Scenario & Potential in West Bengal 15
Environmental Issues with Energy Conservation & Renewable Energy 15
Physical Science 15
English 15 15
Industrial Safety/Security Measures & Pollution Control 10
Elementary Computer Knowledge 10
Total 100 Marks

 

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