Overview
The West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) is inviting applications from eligible candidates to fill 13,421 Assistant Teacher positions across Government Aided and Government Sponsored Primary and Junior Basic Schools throughout West Bengal. This is a golden opportunity for aspiring educators to secure a government teaching job under the West Bengal Primary School Teachers Recruitment Rules, 2016.
📋 Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) |
| Total Vacancies | 13,421 |
| Post Name | Assistant Teachers in Primary Schools |
| Job Type | Full-time Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | https://wbbpe.wb.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25-09-2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 19-11-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09-12-2025 |
| Result / Selection List Release | To be announced |
💼 Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive is purely for Assistant Teachers in Primary Schools with 13,421 positions available across West Bengal.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
To be eligible for this position, you must meet one of the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with minimum 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with minimum 45% marks + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with minimum 50% marks + 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed)
- Higher Secondary (or equivalent) with minimum 50% marks + 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
- Graduation + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- Must have cleared Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by WBBPE
Additional Requirement: Must be a citizen of India
💰 Salary & Benefits
The salary will be as per the extant rules of the Government of West Bengal. As a government employee, you’ll also receive additional benefits like:
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Pension benefits
- Medical facilities
- Leave benefits
📝 Application Fees
Don’t worry! The application fee is completely refundable if rejected, and varies by category:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category | ₹600 |
| OBC (A & B) | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / EWS / PwD | ₹300 |
⏳ Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age as on: 01-01-2025
Age Relaxation Available for:
- SC/ST candidates
- OBC (A & B) candidates
- PwD (Person with Disabilities)
- Exempted candidates (EC)
- Ex-Servicemen (ExS)
- Para Teachers (PT)
🎯 Selection Process
Your selection will be based on merit through an aggregated scoring system out of a maximum of 50 marks:
| Evaluation Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Madhyamik/Equivalent Examination | 5 |
| Higher Secondary/Equivalent Examination | 10 |
| Training (as specified by NCTE) | 15 |
| Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) | 5 |
| Extra-Curricular Activities | 5 |
| Viva-Voce / Interview | 5 |
| Aptitude Test / Teaching Experience (Para-Teachers) | 5 |
| Total | 50 |
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-step Application Process:
- Visit the official website: https://wbbpe.wb.gov.in
- Look for the “WBBPE Assistant Teachers Recruitment 2025” notification
- Read the complete notification carefully
- Click on the “Apply Online” link
- Fill in your personal and educational details accurately
- Upload required documents in prescribed format
- Pay the application fee (as per your category)
- Submit your application before 09-12-2025
- Download and keep a copy of your application for future reference
Note: The exact application portal link will be notified later on the official website.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before applying:
- Valid Aadhar Card or Government ID proof
- Educational certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation, Diploma in Education)
- TET Certificate (Teacher Eligibility Test)
- Passport-sized photograph (digital copy)
- Signature (digital copy)
- Caste certificate (if applicable – for SC/ST/OBC)
- PWD certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Para Teacher certificate (if applicable)
Detailed specifications will be mentioned in the official notification
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | https://wbbpe.wb.gov.in/file/d5d7c9af-8475-4ec2-9448-1ca3b99dace6.pdf |
| Official Website | https://wbbpe.wb.gov.in |
| Application Portal | To be announced |
| Sarkari Result Updates | https://www.freejobalert.com/sarkariresult/ |
| Join Telegram Channel | https://t.me/FreeJobAlertOfficially |
| Download Mobile App | Play Store: Free Job Alert App |
| WhatsApp Updates | https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaA1ECQ1noz2PrjLsF3v |
❓ Quick FAQs
Q: When can I start applying? A: Applications start from 19-11-2025
Q: What’s the last date to apply? A: 09-12-2025 – Don’t miss this deadline!
Q: Who is eligible to apply? A: Any candidate with graduation, B.El.Ed, or D.El.Ed with a valid TET certificate
Q: What’s the age limit? A: Between 18-40 years (age as on 01-01-2025)
Q: How many positions are available? A: Total 13,421 Assistant Teacher positions
Q: Is application fee refundable? A: Yes, if your application is rejected for any reason
💡 Important Tips
- Apply Early: Don’t wait until the last date as the portal might get congested
- Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet all qualifications before applying
- Keep Copies: Save all your application details and documents
- Stay Updated: Follow official website for any announcements or corrections
- No Registration Needed: Direct application without pre-registration
Last Updated: November 2025
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes. Please refer to the official WBBPE notification for complete and accurate details.
