WBPSC WBCS Prelims Answer Key 2026 – The Public Service Commission, West Bengal has released the official answer key for the W.B.C.S.(Exe) etc. Examination (Preliminary), 2024 on 24th June 2026 at the official website wbpsc.gov.in. As per Notification No. 1041-PSC/CON(Q) dated 24.06.2026, candidates can raise objections against the published answer key starting 30.06.2026 and closing on 06.07.2026. This examination was conducted for recruitment to the West Bengal Civil Service and allied posts under Advertisement No. 08/2024.
The exam was held in a single sitting on 14th June 2026 and covered General Studies, Aptitude and Reasoning across 200 questions. The Commission has published correct answers for all four Test Booklet Series — A, B, C and D — in one consolidated PDF. Candidates should check all details from the below article. Read this article carefully and go through the official notification before applying. Information verified from official Public Service Commission, West Bengal notification No. 1041-PSC/CON(Q) dated 24.06.2026.
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Quick Summary of WBCS Preliminary Answer Key 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) |
| Examination | W.B.C.S.(Exe) etc. Examination (Preliminary), 2024 |
| Advertisement No. | 08/2024 |
| Exam Date | 14.06.2026 |
| Answer Key Notification No. | 1041-PSC/CON(Q) |
| Answer Key Release Date | 24.06.2026 |
| Objection Window | 30.06.2026 to 06.07.2026 |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Test Booklet Series Covered | A, B, C, D |
| Official Website | wbpsc.gov.in |
About WBPSC
The Public Service Commission, West Bengal is the constitutional body responsible for conducting recruitment examinations for civil service posts in the state, including the West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) and allied services. The Commission operates from its office at 161A, S.P. Mukherjee Road, Kolkata 700026. For candidates who appeared in the WBCS Preliminary 2024 cycle, this answer key is the first official document that allows a checkpoint on performance before the Commission moves to the Mains stage. Candidates can find more updates on West Bengal government exams on the WBPSC.
Important Dates
The Commission has kept a fixed window for raising objections. Candidates should note that submissions made after the closing date will not be considered, as stated in the official notice.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Examination | 14.06.2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 24.06.2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 30.06.2026 |
| Objection Window Closes | 06.07.2026 |
Marking Scheme Note for the Answer Key
The answer key carries one specific clarification that candidates should read closely. For Question No. 67 (Series D), Question No. 133 (Series C), Question No. 185 (Series B) and Question No. 192 (Series A), the Commission has marked the answer with an asterisk. As per the official note, 1 mark will be awarded for every asterisk-marked question irrespective of whether the candidate attempted it. This means candidates do not need to match these four questions against any specific option while calculating their score; the mark is granted to every candidate automatically.
Sample of the Published Answer Key
The full PDF lists the correct option for every question number across all four Test Booklet Series. A short sample from the early questions is shown below for reference.
| Q. No. | Series A | Series B | Series C | Series D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | C | D | B |
| 2 | D | D | C | D |
| 3 | B | A | C | D |
| 4 | C | B | B | D |
| 5 | D | D | C | C |
Candidates should download the complete PDF to check answers for all 200 questions, since the table above is only a sample and matching answers booklet-wise to the wrong series is a common scoring mistake among first-time WBCS aspirants.
How to Download the Official Answer Key PDF
- Visit the official website, wbpsc.gov.in.
- Look for the notice referencing Advt No. 08/2024, W.B.C.S.(Exe) etc. Examination (Preliminary), 2024.
- Click the answer key link attached to Notification No. 1041-PSC/CON(Q) dated 24.06.2026.
- The PDF will open in the browser or download directly, depending on the device settings.
- Match the question numbers against the Test Booklet Series printed on the candidate’s own question paper before calculating the score.
Documents to Keep Ready Before Checking the Answer Key
- Original question paper or its photocopy
- OMR sheet counterfoil, if issued
- Admit card, to confirm the Test Booklet Series allotted
How to Raise an Objection
- Visit wbpsc.gov.in within the objection window.
- Locate the link for submitting objections against the WBCS Preliminary 2026 answer key.
- Enter the Test Booklet Series and the Question Serial Number under doubt.
- Submit supporting details as required by the online form.
- Submissions made before 30.06.2026 or after 06.07.2026 will not be considered, as stated in the official notice.
Important Links
Candidates checking the WBCS Preliminary 2026 answer key are advised to use the links below:
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Answer Key Notice | wbpsc.gov.in |
| Objection Submission Portal | Download PDF WBCS Prelim Answer Key 2026 |
| Latest West Bengal job Updates | WB Jobs |
What Candidates Should Do Next
Candidates who appeared for the WBCS Preliminary 2024 examination should match their recorded answers against the Test Booklet Series allotted to them, since the correct options differ by series. Anyone who finds a discrepancy in a specific question should use the objection window between 30.06.2026 and 06.07.2026, rather than waiting for the Mains notification. This stage is suitable for candidates who attempted most of the 200 questions and want an early estimate before the cut-off is announced; it is less useful for candidates who skipped large sections of the paper, since a partial answer key check will not change their overall standing. Based on past WBCS cycles, the Commission typically takes a few months to process objections and release the Preliminary result before the Mains stage opens, though no specific result date has been announced in this notice. One practical point candidates should keep in mind is that the published answer key is provisional; objections are reviewed before the final key is used for evaluation, so an immediate score estimate may still change.
FAQs — WBCS Preliminary Answer Key 2026
When was the WBCS Preliminary 2026 answer key released?
The Public Service Commission, West Bengal released the answer key on 24th June 2026 through Notification No. 1041-PSC/CON(Q).
Can candidates raise objections against the WBCS Preliminary answer key?
Yes, candidates can submit objections through wbpsc.gov.in between 30.06.2026 and 06.07.2026. Objections received after this window will not be considered.
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