WBPSC AE Civil 2026: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Off & Free Mock Tests

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WBPSC Assistant Engineer (Civil) recruits AEs for West Bengal government departments through the West Bengal Public Service Commission — the state's officer-entry civil engineering post.

The written exam is a single objective paper of 100 questions worth 200 marks (2 marks each), followed by a 100-mark interview — a compact format where each question carries double weight.

WBPSC AE Civil 2026 — Overview

Conducting bodyWest Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC)
PostAssistant Engineer (Civil) — state departments
ModeWritten (objective) + Interview
Written paper100 questions × 2 marks = 200 marks · 2 hours
EligibilityB.E./B.Tech Civil + Bengali language ability
Age limitUp to 36 years (relaxations apply)

WBPSC AE Civil Exam Pattern 2026

Written Examination (objective)

SectionQuestionsMarks
Civil Engineering (degree standard)100200

Duration: 2 hours

Negative marking: As per the current WBPSC notification

Interview

SectionQuestionsMarks
Personality/technical interview—100

Duration: —

Negative marking: Not applicable

WBPSC AE Civil Syllabus 2026 — Key Subjects

Strength of Materials & Structural AnalysisRCC & Steel DesignBuilding MaterialsSoil Mechanics & FoundationsFluid Mechanics & HydraulicsWater Resources & IrrigationEnvironmental EngineeringTransportation EngineeringSurveyingConstruction Management

See the full chapter-wise syllabus, with the weightage each subject got in real previous papers: WBPSC AE Civil syllabus 2026 →

WBPSC AE Civil Eligibility 2026: Qualification & Age Limit

  • ✓B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognised university/institute.
  • ✓Ability to read, write and speak Bengali (exempt for Nepali-speaking candidates from specified areas).
  • ✓Age up to 36 years with West Bengal category relaxations.

WBPSC AE Civil Salary 2026

WBPSC AE posts are on the West Bengal pay matrix (₹56,100 – ₹1,44,300 band) — in-hand typically ₹70,000–₹80,000 per month with allowances.

WBPSC AE Civil Cut Off

WBPSC publishes cutoffs per recruitment on wbpsc.gov.in. With 2-mark questions, a handful of extra correct answers moves you several ranks.

WBPSC AE Civil Vacancies

2025AE (Civil) recruitment cycle — applications July 2025, exam October 2025

How to Prepare for WBPSC AE Civil 2026

  1. 1100 questions at 2 marks each — the small paper punishes silly mistakes doubly; accuracy drills beat volume attempts.
  2. 2The Bengali-language requirement is checked — non-Bengali speakers should confirm eligibility before preparing.
  3. 3The interview carries a third of the written weight — fundamentals and project knowledge matter.
  4. 4GATE-level conceptual depth is the right standard for the technical paper.

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WBPSC AE Civil 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WBPSC AE exam pattern?▾

A single objective written paper — 100 questions worth 200 marks in 2 hours — followed by a 100-mark interview.

Is Bengali compulsory for WBPSC AE?▾

Candidates must be able to read, write and speak Bengali, with an exemption for Nepali-speaking candidates from specified hill areas.

Where can I practise WBPSC AE civil mock tests?▾

CIVILGYAN TEST SERIES offers degree-standard civil mocks and chapter tests suited to WBPSC AE, with detailed solutions — free tests available.

Is there negative marking in WBPSC AE Civil?▾

Written Examination (objective): As per the current WBPSC notification. Interview: Not applicable.

What is the age limit for WBPSC AE Civil?▾

Up to 36 years (relaxations apply).

Who is eligible for WBPSC AE Civil?▾

B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognised university/institute. Ability to read, write and speak Bengali (exempt for Nepali-speaking candidates from specified areas).

What is the salary after WBPSC AE Civil?▾

WBPSC AE posts are on the West Bengal pay matrix (₹56,100 – ₹1,44,300 band) — in-hand typically ₹70,000–₹80,000 per month with allowances.

What is the WBPSC AE Civil syllabus?▾

The key subjects are Strength of Materials & Structural Analysis, RCC & Steel Design, Building Materials, Soil Mechanics & Foundations, Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulics, Water Resources & Irrigation, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management.

How many vacancies are there in WBPSC AE Civil?▾

2025: AE (Civil) recruitment cycle — applications July 2025, exam October 2025.

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Disclaimer: Exam patterns, cutoffs, vacancies and eligibility rules change between recruitment cycles. The figures above are compiled for guidance from past cycles — always verify details from the official notification of the conducting body before applying.