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The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) has released the Kolkata Police Constable Syllabus 2024 along with the notification. The 10th-pass candidates interested in 3734 Constable and Lady Constable vacancies should adhere to the syllabus and exam pattern to begin their preparation accordingly to get good scores in the examination. In this article, we have explained the KP Constable Syllabus 2024 and Exam Pattern along with the marking scheme and topics expected which will help the candidates to prepare well for upcoming Kolkata Police exams.
Kolkata Police Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024
Candidates are required to check the detailed syllabus and make appropriate preparation plans for each stage of the selection process. The Kolkata Police Constable preliminary written exam and final written exam will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions. The exam includes topics from general awareness and general knowledge to elementary mathematics, and reasoning. Have a look at the below table for overview details for Kolkata Police Syllabus 2024.
Kolkata Police Constable Syllabus 2024 | |
Organization | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) |
Vacancies | 3734 |
Post Name | Constable and Lady Constable |
Category | Syllabus |
Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
Maximum Marks | Prelims Exam – 100 marks Final Written Exam – 85 marks |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark |
Duration of Exam | 01 hour |
Language of Exam | Bengali & Nepali (except English language exam) |
Kolkata Police Constable Selection Process 2024
The selection process for the Kolkata Police Constable Exam 2024 will be based on 05 stages of the selection process i.e. Preliminary Written Test, followed by Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Final Written Exam, and Interview. The Preliminary written exam, PMT and PET are qualifying in nature and the final merit list will be based on the candidate’s total score obtained in the Final written exam and Interview exam.
Kolkata Police Constable Selection Process | ||
Stage | Name of Stage | Particulars |
Stage I | Written Examination | Qualifying in nature Total 100 objective-type questions Negative Marking – 1/4 mark |
Stage II | Physical Measurement Test (PMT) | Height and Weight measurement for both male and female candidates Chest measurement -only for Male candidates |
Stage III | Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Candidates have to complete their race in a particular time period |
Stage IV | Final Written Examination | A total of 85 objective-type questions 1 mark for correct answers and a deduction of 0.25 marks for the wrong answer |
Stage V | Interview | The ability of candidates to speak in Bengali is tested in his/her Interview The interview exam carries a total of 15 marks |
Kolkata Police Constable Exam Pattern 2024
Before looking for the detailed Kolkata Police Constable Syllabus 2024 candidates must be familiar with the Exam Pattern to know the topics to be included in the exam, the total no. of equations marking scheme etc. Check the Kolkata Police Constable Pattern 2024 for the preliminary written exam and final written exam, which are shared here.
Kolkata Police Constable Exam Pattern for Preliminary Written Test
- The Preliminary written exam consists of multiple-choice questions.
- A total of 100 objective-type questions will be asked in the examination.
- 01 mark will be provided for the correct answer and 1/4 mark will be deducted for wrong answer.
- Preliminary written test which is qualifying in nature.
- The time duration for the exam will be 01 hour.
- The question paper will be set in two languages (Bengali & Nepali).
Kolkata Police Constable Exam Pattern for Preliminary Written Test | |||
Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
General Awareness and General Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 01 hour |
Elementary Mathematics (Madhyamik standard) | 30 | 30 | |
Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
Total | 100 | 100 |
Kolkata Police Constable Exam Pattern for Final Written Test
- The Final written exam consists of a total of 85 objective-type multiple-choice questions.
- 01 mark will be rewarded for each correct answer.
- There will be a negative marking, 0.25 marks will be deducted for the wrong answer.
- The question paper will be set in two languages Bengali & Nepali except questions on the English language.
Kolkata Police Constable Exam Pattern for Final Written Test | |||
Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
General Awareness and General Knowledge | 25 | 25 | 01 hour |
English | 10 | 10 | |
Elementary Mathematics (Madhyamik standard) | 25 | 25 | |
Reasoning and Logical Analysis | 25 | 25 | |
Total | 85 | 85 |
Kolkata Police Constable Syllabus 2024
The first and primary step of preparing for the Kolkata Police Constable Exam 2024 is to be familiar with the Kolkata Police Constable Syllabus as this helps the aspirants to strategize their preparations in a well-defined manner. The syllabus is an important key point to look after for to qualify the exam.
KP Constable Syllabus for General Awareness and General Knowledge
The candidate’s knowledge regarding current affairs, news, politics, history etc. will be tested through this General awareness and general knowledge section.
- Politics
- Science
- Economics
- Current Events
- Inventions and Discoveries
- Economics
- History
- Culture and Art
KP Constable Syllabus for Elementary Mathematics
The elementary Mathematics section tested each candidate’s mental ability and intelligence through various topics such as number systems, mathematical calculation etc. Candidates can practice the following topics properly to clear the exam.
- Number Systems
- Interest
- Discount
- Ratio and Proportion
- Averages
- Percentages
- Profit and Loss
- Ratio and Time
- Mensuration
- Fundamental arithmetic operations
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- The relationship between numbers
- Decimals and Fractions
- Use of Tables and Graphs
- Computation of Whole Numbers
- Send feedback
- Side panels
- History
- Saved
- Contribute
KP Constable Syllabus for English
Kolkata Police Constable Syllabus for English comprises questions to evaluate the candidates’ understanding of fundamental English Grammar, and language comprehension. Important topics of the English language are as follows:
- Verb
- Tenses
- Adverb
- Comprehension
- Antonyms/ Synonyms
- Vocabulary
- Error Correction
- Unseen Passages
- Idioms & Phrases
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Articles
KP Constable Syllabus for Reasoning and Logical Analysis
The Reasoning section tested the candidate’s logical and analytical abilities and questions asked from the topics of Directions, Ordering & Sequencing, Routes & Networks, Blood Relations etc.
- Statement & Condition
- Statements & Conclusions
- Calendars
- Quant-Based Reasoning etc
- Linear Sequencing
- Selections
- Directions
- Ordering & Sequencing
- Routes & Networks
- Blood Relations
- Cubes
- Binary Logic
- Seating Arrangement
Kolkata Police Constable Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Candidates who qualify for the Preliminary written examination will be called to appear for the PMT test. The physical standards (height, weight, chest) will be tested in the Physical Measurement Test. PMT test is qualifying in nature, candidates who do not lie down in the PMT test will be eliminated from the selection process.
Kolkata Police Constable Physical Measurement Test (PMT) | ||||
Gender | Category | Height (Barefoot) (in cm.) | Chest (in cm) | Weight (in kg.) |
Male | Candidates of all categories (except Gorkhas, Garhwalies, Rajbanshis and Scheduled Tribes) |
167 | Unexpanded -78 cms. Expanded -83 cms. |
57 |
Gorkhas, Garhwalies, Rajbanshis and Scheduled Tribes | 160 | Unexpanded -76 cms. Expanded -81 cms. |
53 | |
Female | Candidates of all categories (except Gorkhas, Garhwalies, Rajbanshis and Scheduled Tribes) |
160 | Not Applicable | 49 |
Gorkhas, Garhwalies, Rajbanshis and Scheduled Tribes | 152 | 45 | ||
Third Gender |
Candidates of all categories (except Gorkhas, Garhwalies, Rajbanshis and Scheduled Tribes) |
163 | Not Applicable | 52 |
Gorkhas, Garhwalies, Rajbanshis and Scheduled Tribes | 155 | 48 |
Kolkata Police Constable Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates who clear the Physical Measurement test will be called to appear for the Physical Efficiency Test. PET is qualifying in nature and qualified candidates will be called to appear for the Final Written examination. Ex-servicemen above 35 years of age are relaxed in the physical standards for the Physical Efficiency Test.
Kolkata Police Constable Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | ||
Gender | Events | Timing |
Male | 1600 meters run | 6 minutes 30 seconds |
Female | 800 meters run | 4 minutes |
Third Gender | 800 meters run | 3 minutes 30 seconds |
Male- ExServicemen | 800 meters run | 3 minutes 30 seconds |
Female/Transgender- ExServicemen | 800 meters run | 4 minutes 30 seconds |