The state of West Bengal’s Department of Panchayats and Rural Development announced a recruitment initiative to fill 6,652 job openings. These vacancies are spread across multiple positions within the state’s Gram Panchayats, Zilla Parishads, and Panchayat Samitis.
The initial short notice for the recruitment was released in February 2024. However, the detailed notice, which will provide detailed information about the WB Gram Panchayat Recruitment 2024 including the application period, is yet to be released. Candidates are advised to stay updated by regularly checking the official website for the complete announcement and application details.
WB Gram Panchayat Recruitment 2024
| Department | Panchayats and Rural Development Authority, State of West Bengal |
| Recruitment Body | West Bengal Panchayat Recruitment Management System |
| Posts Name | Roles include Executive Assistant, Gram Panchayat Karmee, Nirman Sahayak, Secretary, Accounts Clerk, and others. |
| Application Method | Online |
| Total Vacancies | 6,652 |
| Deadline for Application | To be announced |
| Official Website | prd.wb.gov.in |
Candidates who are interested in applying for the WB Panchayat Department Recruitment are advised to complete their One-time Registration (OTR) before submitting their online application. This will ensure that their registration is finalized before the application process begins.
The WB Panchayat is conducting a recruitment drive to fill the following positions:
- Executive Assistant of Gram Panchayat
- Gram Panchayat Karmee
- Nirman Sahayak of Gram Panchayat
- Sahayak of Gram Panchayat
- Secretary of Gram Panchayat
- Accounts Clerk of Panchayat Samity
- Block Informatics Officer of Panchayat Samity
- Clerk-cum-Typist of Panchayat Samity
- Data Entry Operator of Panchayat Samity
- Panchayat Samiti Peon of Panchayat Samity
- Additional Accountant of Zilla Parishad
- Assistant Cashier of Zilla Parishad
- Data Entry Operator of Zilla Parishad
- District Information Analyst (DIA) of Zilla Parishad
- Group – D of Zilla Parishad
- Lower Division Assistant of Zilla Parishad
- Stenographer of Zilla Parishad
- System Manager of Zilla Parishad
- Work Assistant of Zilla Parishad
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the position, candidates are required to possess a diploma in computer science or computer application from a recognized institution or a graduate degree in a relevant field. Having additional qualifications in rural development or social work can give candidates an advantage over other applicants and can strengthen their profile.
Age limit
For the recruitment drive the Department has set the age criteria. The minimum age requirement for applicants is 18 years as of January 1, 2024, and the maximum age limit is set at 40 years as of the same date. Additionally, age relaxation is available according to government rules, which typically benefits reserved category candidates.
Selection Process of WB Gram Panchayat
The selection process for the job will comprise three stages to ensure that the most suitable candidate is identified for the role.
Firstly, the written test will be conducted to assess the candidate’s general awareness and specific knowledge related to the job. This test is designed to evaluate the candidate’s capacity to understand and apply the concepts and skills required for the job.
Secondly, a skill test may be applicable for certain technical posts, which will assess the candidate’s proficiency in the technical aspects of the job. The last step is the interview where the candidate’s communication skills, problem-solving ability, teamwork, and other relevant skills will be evaluated.
Important Dates
| Short Notice Release Date | 27 February 2024 |
| Application Start date | TBA |
| Last Date to Apply Online | TBA |
How to Apply for West Bengal Gram Panchayat Recruitment 2024?
To apply for a panchayat recruitment in West Bengal, you can follow these steps:
- Visit the official portal: prd.wb.gov.in.
- Once you are on the homepage, look for the section called ‘Panchayat Recruitment’.
- In this section, you should find a link to the WBPRMS (West Bengal Panchayat and Rural Development Management System) website. Click on this link to proceed.
- On the WBPRMS website, you will need to register yourself as a new user by clicking on the “Register Now” button. This will take you to a page where you will be asked to provide your personal details such as your name, address, contact information, and so on.
- Make sure to double-check all the information you have entered before submitting your registration form.
- Once you have successfully registered, you will be able to access the application form for the panchayat recruitment
- Download and print the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
- Also, upload the documents asked for and pay the registration fee.
- After you have completed the application form and paid the fee (if applicable), review all the details you have entered once again to ensure that everything is correct.
- Once you are satisfied with your application, submit it online by clicking on the ‘Submit’ button.
Links Concerned
| Official Website | prd.wb.gov.in |
| Panchayat Recruitment Website | wbprms.in |
| Short Notice | View Notification |
| Online Registration | Start Application |