WBPSC Sub Surveyor Syllabus 2026 — Paper I and Paper II Exam Pattern and Subject-wise Syllabus

WBPSC Sub Surveyor Syllabus 2026 — Paper I and Paper II Exam Pattern & Subject-wise Syllabus

About WBPSC and the Sub-Surveyor Recruitment

• The Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC) is the constitutional recruiting body of the State of West Bengal, constituted under Article 315 of the Constitution of India.
• The Sub-Surveyor recruitment is conducted for the Directorate of Land Records & Surveys, West Bengal, under Advertisement No. 22/2024.
• The written examination consists of two papers: Paper I (language) and Paper II (objective).
• Official website: https://psc.wb.gov.in/
• Official detailed advertisement (Advertisement No. 22/2024): Check Official Advertisement No. 22/2024
• Candidates must read the detailed recruitment advertisement for eligibility, vacancies, dates, and conditions.

WBPSC Sub-Surveyor Examination — Key Highlights

• Conducting authority: Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC).
• Recruiting department: Directorate of Land Records & Surveys.
• Post: Sub-Surveyor (Advertisement No. 22/2024).
• Paper I: Bengali or Nepali — conventional (descriptive), 50 marks, qualifying in nature.
• Paper II: English, Elementary Mathematics, and Survey Engineering — objective, 200 marks, merit-determining.
• Negative marking: 0.25 mark deducted for each incorrect answer in Paper II.
• Final merit: prepared on the basis of Paper II marks, subject to qualifying Paper I.
• Job location: West Bengal.

Selection Process and Final Merit — At a Glance

• Step 1 — Paper I: appear in the Bengali or Nepali language paper (50 marks, 1 hour).
• Step 2 — Qualify Paper I: obtain at least 15 marks out of 50 (30%).
• Step 3 — Paper II: appear in the objective paper (English, Elementary Mathematics, Survey Engineering — 200 marks, 2 hours 30 minutes).
• Step 4 — Merit: Paper II scores are evaluated after applying the prescribed negative marking.
• The final merit list is prepared using Paper II marks according to the applicable rules of the Commission; Paper I marks do not add to the merit beyond the qualifying requirement.

Paper I — Bengali or Nepali (Pattern)

• Paper I is a conventional (descriptive) language paper in Bengali or Nepali.
• Maximum marks: 50; duration: 1 hour.
• It is qualifying in nature — candidates must obtain at least 15 marks out of 50 (30%).
• Paper I marks are not counted in the final merit list.

Paper II — Objective Examination (Pattern)

• Paper II consists of 200 objective-type questions carrying one mark each.
• Total marks: 200; duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
• Survey Engineering carries the highest weightage with 100 questions for 100 marks (50% of Paper II).
• For each incorrect answer, 0.25 mark will be deducted.
• Paper II marks determine the final merit position, subject to fulfilling the Paper I qualifying requirement and other applicable rules.

Paper I — Detailed Syllabus (Bengali or Nepali)

• Paper I tests proficiency in Bengali or Nepali at the Madhyamik or equivalent standard.
• Letter Writing: writing letters in Bengali or Nepali.
• Report Writing: drafting a report in the prescribed language.
• Grammar: Bengali or Nepali grammar and correct language usage.

Paper II — Detailed Syllabus

• Paper II includes three subjects carrying a total of 200 marks.
• The subject-wise coverage below follows the published syllabus.
• Survey Engineering has the highest weightage, so it deserves the largest share of preparation time.

1. English (50 Questions, 50 Marks)

• Vocabulary: English word meanings and usage.
• Grammar: fundamentals of English grammar.
• Composition: basic English composition.
• Synonyms: words having similar meanings.
• Antonyms: words having opposite meanings.
• Sentence Correction: correction of sentence structure.
• Regular practice of grammar, vocabulary, and sentence-based objective questions is recommended.

2. Elementary Mathematics (50 Questions, 50 Marks)

• Standard: Madhyamik or equivalent.
• Arithmetic: basic arithmetic concepts and calculations.
• Algebra: elementary algebraic concepts.
• Geometry: basic geometrical properties and concepts.
• Trigonometry: fundamental trigonometry.
• Mensuration: measurement of geometrical figures.

3. Survey Engineering (100 Questions, 100 Marks)

• Standard: Diploma Examination in Survey Engineering.
• The published syllabus specifies the Diploma examination standard for this subject and does not provide a separate chapter-wise breakdown.
• Candidates should prepare according to the prescribed Diploma-level Survey Engineering standard.
• Core surveying areas (study guidance): chain and compass surveying, levelling, theodolite and traversing, contouring, plane table surveying, and computation of areas and volumes.
• Also revise survey instruments, errors and adjustments, maps and plotting, and basic land measurement practices.
• Consult the official notification for any additional instructions on this subject.

Subject-wise Weightage (Paper II)

• English — 50 marks (25% of Paper II).
• Elementary Mathematics — 50 marks (25% of Paper II).
• Survey Engineering — 100 marks (50% of Paper II).
• Survey Engineering carries half of the merit-counted written marks.
• Allocate sufficient preparation time to the technical subject while maintaining accuracy in English and Mathematics.

Negative Marking and Score Calculation

• Negative marking applies to Paper II: correct answer +1, incorrect answer −0.25, unattempted question 0.
• Paper II Score = Number of Correct Answers − (Number of Incorrect Answers × 0.25).
• Example: 150 correct answers and 20 incorrect answers would give 150 − (20 × 0.25) = 145 marks.
• Keep the penalty in mind while attempting objective questions — avoid blind guessing.

Qualifying Marks and Merit List Preparation

• Paper I is a qualifying language examination: candidates must obtain at least 30% of the maximum marks, i.e. 15 out of 50.
• Paper I marks are not included in the final merit.
• Only candidates meeting the Paper I qualifying condition have their Paper II marks considered.
• Paper II scores are evaluated after applying the prescribed negative marking.
• The final merit list is prepared using Paper II marks according to the Commission's applicable rules.
• The Commission may determine the qualifying standard for Paper II according to its recruitment rules.

Examination Standard

• Paper I (Bengali or Nepali) is set at the Madhyamik or equivalent standard.
• Elementary Mathematics is set at the Madhyamik or equivalent standard, and Survey Engineering is set at the Diploma Examination in Survey Engineering standard.

Important Dates (As Reported for Advertisement No. 22/2024)

• Detailed advertisement: 14 October 2026 (as reported).
• Online application start date: 20 October 2026 (as reported).
• Last date to apply online: 9 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM (as reported).
• Application correction window: 11 to 16 November 2026 (as reported).
• Written examination date: to be announced.
• Admit card release date: to be announced.

Eligibility Highlights (As Per Official Advertisement)

• Educational qualification: as specified in the detailed advertisement (the examination standard indicates Diploma-level Survey Engineering for the technical subject).
• Age limit and category-wise relaxations: as per the official advertisement.
• Language choice for Paper I (Bengali or Nepali): as permitted in the official advertisement.
• Application fee, vacancies, and other conditions: as per the official advertisement only.

How to Download the Official Syllabus / Advertisement PDF — Step by Step

• Visit the official WBPSC website: https://psc.wb.gov.in/
• Open the Advertisement or Recruitment section.
• Look for the Sub-Surveyor recruitment under Advertisement No. 22/2024.
• Open the detailed recruitment advertisement: Official Detailed Advertisement PDF
• Check the examination scheme for Paper I and Paper II.
• Read the subject-wise syllabus and qualifying conditions.
• Download and save the official advertisement PDF for reference.

Preparation Tips

• Read the examination pattern carefully before preparing a study schedule.
• Give sufficient attention to Survey Engineering because it carries 100 marks in Paper II.
• Prepare technical concepts at the prescribed Diploma examination standard.
• Revise Madhyamik-level Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Mensuration.
• Practise English vocabulary, grammar, composition, and sentence correction.
• For Paper I, practise Bengali or Nepali letter writing and report drafting, and revise language grammar regularly.
• Attempt objective questions with the 0.25 negative-marking rule in mind.
• Complete timed practice tests within the prescribed examination durations and use previous question papers for revision.

Paper-wise Preparation Strategy

• Paper I: focus on descriptive Bengali/Nepali writing practice and grammar to meet the qualifying requirement.
• Paper II — English: work on vocabulary, grammar, and sentence correction with objective practice.
• Paper II — Mathematics: revise Madhyamik-level concepts, calculations, and timed problem-solving.
• Paper II — Survey Engineering: prepare at the Diploma level with objective practice on core surveying topics.

90-Day Study Plan (Indicative)

• Days 1–30 — Foundation: cover the Survey Engineering core topics, Madhyamik mathematics, and English fundamentals; begin weekly Bengali/Nepali writing practice.
• Days 31–60 — Practice: subject-wise objective tests, previous year questions, and timed writing tasks for Paper I.
• Days 61–90 — Revision and mocks: full-length Paper II mock tests with negative-marking simulation, Paper I writing under 1-hour timing, and weak-area revision.
• Weekly review: analyse performance objectively and adjust the plan.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Under-preparing Survey Engineering despite its 50% weightage in Paper II.
• Treating Paper I casually — failing to reach 15/50 disqualifies the candidate even with a strong Paper II.
• Ignoring the 0.25 negative marking while guessing in Paper II.
• Not reading the official detailed advertisement and relying only on third-party summaries.
• Skipping Madhyamik-level basics in Mathematics and jumping to advanced problems.
• Neglecting descriptive writing practice (letters and reports) for Paper I.

Exam Day Tips

• Reach the examination centre early with the admit card and required documents.
• Read the instructions on the question paper and answer sheet carefully.
• In Paper II, attempt sure-shot questions first and avoid wild guesses because of negative marking.
• In Paper I, plan the letter and report writing to finish within the 1-hour limit.
• Manage time across English, Mathematics, and Survey Engineering sections in the 2-hour-30-minute duration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• What is the WBPSC Sub-Surveyor syllabus? Paper I covers Bengali or Nepali; Paper II covers English, Elementary Mathematics, and Survey Engineering.
• How many papers are there in the examination? Two written papers: Paper I and Paper II.
• What is the Paper I pattern? A conventional Bengali or Nepali language paper of 50 marks with a duration of 1 hour.
• What is the Paper II pattern? 200 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks with a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes.
• Is there negative marking? Yes — 0.25 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer in Paper II.
• What are the qualifying marks in Paper I? At least 15 out of 50 (30%).
• Which paper decides the final merit? Paper II marks decide the final merit, subject to qualifying Paper I.
• Where can I get the official advertisement and syllabus? From the official WBPSC website and the detailed advertisement PDF linked above.

Important Links — Official Only

• Official detailed advertisement (Sub-Surveyor, Advertisement No. 22/2024): Check Official Advertisement No. 22/2024
• WBPSC Syllabus section: View Official Syllabus Updates
• WBPSC recruitment notices: Check Recruitment Announcements
• WBPSC official website: https://psc.wb.gov.in/ (Official Website)
• Notifications, admit cards, and results are published on the official portal only.

Disclaimer

• This page is an informational summary of the WBPSC Sub-Surveyor examination pattern and syllabus based on the official detailed advertisement (Advertisement No. 22/2024) published by the Public Service Commission, West Bengal.
• It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Public Service Commission, West Bengal.
• The official detailed advertisement and examination instructions are the binding and final sources for all details.
• Always verify details at https://psc.wb.gov.in/.