The West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBSSC) published the preliminary interview lists for Group C (Clerk) and Group D under the 1st State Level Selection Test for Non-Teaching Staff, 2025, on 5 November 2026. The lists contain cut-off marks organised by region, language medium, category and gender-related vacancy classification.
The headline General-category figures reported for Bengali-medium candidates are 68 marks for Group C Male/Female and 67 for Female, and 40 and 39 respectively for Group D in most regions. The Southern region has slightly lower reported General cut-offs for Group D.
These are not final selection cut-offs. Candidates on the preliminary lists are to undergo physical verification of original documents and an oral interview. The Commission’s verification and interview schedule was still awaited in the latest reports reviewed.
What the 5 November Cut-Off Actually Means
The cut-off marks were published with the preliminary interview lists for the 1st State Level Selection Test (Non-Teaching Staff), 2025.
The two written examinations were held on:
- Group C (Clerk): 1 March 2026
- Group D: 8 March 2026
The Commission issued separate notices dated 5 November 2026:
| Recruitment | Notice memo number |
|---|---|
| Group C (Clerk) | 2037/7052/CSSC/ESTT/2026 |
| Group D | 2036/7053/CSSC/ESTT/2026 |
The notices concern preliminary interview lists. They are not final appointment lists.
Candidates included in the lists are expected to proceed through physical verification of original testimonials and an oral interview. The schedule and further instructions are to be announced separately.
The lists were prepared with reference to revised vacancy information submitted by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education on 14 October 2026.
WBSSC Group C and Group D: Headline Cut-Off Marks
The following General-category figures are reported for the Bengali-medium lists.
| Region | Group C Male/Female | Group C Female | Group D Male/Female | Group D Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern | 68 | 67 | 40 | 39 |
| Northern | 68 | 67 | 40 | 39 |
| South-Eastern | 68 | 67 | 40 | 39 |
| Southern | 68 | 67 | 39 | 38 |
| Western | 68 | 67 | 40 | 39 |
These figures are not universal cut-offs for every candidate. The applicable number depends on the region, language medium, category and vacancy classification printed in the relevant list.
Candidates should use this table only as a quick reference for the reported General-category figures. For their own result, the official list heading and the applicable row take priority.
Eastern Region: Bengali-Medium Cut-Off Example
The following Eastern-region figures are reproduced in third-party cut-off summaries. They illustrate how the reported cut-offs vary by category and gender-related vacancy classification.
| Category | Group C Male/Female | Group C Female | Group D Male/Female | Group D Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 68 | 67 | 40 | 39 |
| SC | 66 | 65 | 39 | 38 |
| ST | 64 | 62 | 38 | 36 |
| OBC | 67 | 66 | 39 | 38 |
| EWS | 66 | 64 | 37 | 35 |
| PwD | 65 | 62 | Check official list | Check official list |
Important: The table is a secondary-source transcription, not an independently checked copy of the Commission’s PDF. The PwD and other subcategory entries may have separate classifications. Do not use a blank or unlisted figure as evidence that no such category exists. Verify the complete row in the official list before drawing a conclusion.
One reported Eastern-region Bengali-medium Group C example shows 290 vacancies against the General Male/Female classification with a cut-off of 68, and 63 vacancies against the separate Female classification with a cut-off of 67. This illustrates why vacancy classification matters when reading the list.
Five Regional Classifications
The published-list summaries identify five regional classifications:
- Eastern Region
- Northern Region
- South-Eastern Region
- Southern Region
- Western Region
Some retyped tables available online show only four regions. Such tables may be incomplete. Do not assume that South-Eastern Region is absent from the Commission’s original lists simply because a secondary website has not reproduced it.
The regional classification is only one part of the cut-off. Language medium, category and gender-related vacancy classification also matter.
How Reserved-Category Cut-Offs Differ
Reserved-category figures are not identical across regions.
For example, the reported Group C Bengali-medium ST Male/Female cut-off is 64 in the Eastern and Northern regions, 63 in the South-Eastern region and 62 in the Southern region.
The Group C EWS figures also vary across regions. This is why a candidate should not compare their marks with the General-category cut-off or a reserved-category cut-off from another region.
The Group D tables also contain category- and gender-related variations. Since some secondary websites reproduce only selected rows, candidates should use the complete official list rather than relying on a partial table.
Understanding the Male/Female and Female Headings
The lists use separate vacancy classifications, including a Male/Female line and a separate Female line.
These headings should not be casually interpreted as two ordinary gender-wise cut-offs applying to every candidate. They are connected to the vacancy classifications used in the recruitment list.
For example, the reported General-category Group C figures are 68 under Male/Female and 67 under Female. The corresponding Group D figures are 40 and 39 in most regions.
Candidates should identify the exact classification under which their roll number appears. Do not choose the lower Female figure simply because you are a woman; first check the relevant vacancy and list heading.
Expected Cut-Off vs Published Cut-Off
Before the result, preparation websites circulated expected cut-off estimates for Group C. One such estimate placed the General-category cut-off between 45 and 52 marks.
The reported published General figure for Group C is 68 in the Bengali-medium regional lists. That is substantially higher than the earlier estimate.
This is a useful reminder that expected cut-offs are predictions, not Commission decisions. They may be based on assumptions about the paper, vacancies, candidate performance or previous examinations.
Now that preliminary interview lists have been published, candidates should use the applicable published figure rather than an old expected-cut-off table.
There is also no confirmed final selection cut-off yet. The effect of document verification and the oral interview on final selection cannot be inferred from the preliminary list alone.
How to Check Your Own Cut-Off
Follow these steps before deciding whether your marks are above or below the published line:
- Open the official WBSSC recruitment website.
- Select the 1st SLST (Non-Teaching Staff), 2025 recruitment.
- Open the Group C Clerk or Group D preliminary interview list, depending on your post.
- Identify your region and language medium.
- Check the category and gender-related vacancy classification printed above your row.
- Search for your roll number and compare your entry with the applicable cut-off.
Do not compare Group C marks with Group D marks. The two examinations have separate lists and their cut-off figures are not directly comparable.
Also, check the marks column carefully. The Group C list is reported to include written examination marks, educational qualification and experience-related scores, total marks and ranks. Do not assume that a figure in the total-score column is identical to your raw written-examination score.
What Happens After the Preliminary Interview List?
The next reported stages are:
- Physical verification of original documents and testimonials.
- Oral interview.
- Further selection proceedings and final list.
The Commission’s notices dated 5 November 2026 stated that the verification and interview schedule would be announced separately.
Candidates whose names appear in the preliminary list should start organising the original certificates and documents relevant to their application. They should wait for the Commission’s official checklist and schedule before travelling or submitting originals.
Being on the preliminary interview list does not mean that final selection or appointment is guaranteed.
Group C and Group D Vacancies and List Size
The recruitment coverage reports the following revised vacancy figures:
| Post | Reported vacancies |
|---|---|
| Group C (Clerk) | 2,989 |
| Group D | 5,488 |
| Total | 8,477 |
The published lists are reported to contain 11,322 Group C candidates and 27,053 Group D candidates.
These list counts are larger than the vacancy figures. They should not be confused with the number of final appointments or the number of candidates who will ultimately be selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the WBSSC Group C and D cut-off released?
Yes. Preliminary interview lists containing cut-off information were published on 5 November 2026 for Group C Clerk and Group D.
Is this the final selection cut-off?
No. These are preliminary interview-list cut-offs. Physical verification of original documents and an oral interview are the next reported stages.
What is the Group C General-category cut-off?
For the reported Bengali-medium regional lists, the General cut-off is 68 for Male/Female and 67 for Female across the five regions.
What is the Group D General-category cut-off?
The reported Bengali-medium General cut-off is 40 for Male/Female and 39 for Female in the Eastern, Northern, South-Eastern and Western regions. In the Southern region, the corresponding figures are 39 and 38.
Why do cut-offs differ by region and category?
The lists are organised by region, language medium, category and gender-related vacancy classification. The applicable cut-off depends on the candidate’s exact section.
Why do some websites show four regions and others five?
The published-list summaries identify Eastern, Northern, South-Eastern, Southern and Western regions. A four-region table may be incomplete.
When will document verification and interviews take place?
The schedule had not been announced in the result notices dated 5 November 2026. Candidates should check the official WBSSC website for the next notice.
Does being on the preliminary list guarantee selection?
No. Candidates must complete the required verification and interview stages. The preliminary list is not a final appointment list.
Official Website and Result Lists
Candidates should use the West Bengal Central School Service Commission’s official website to check the preliminary interview lists, notices and future verification instructions.
Official website: https://www.westbengalssc.com
Alternative official portal: https://wbssc.gov.in
Use the Group C Clerk PDF if you appeared for Group C and the Group D PDF if you appeared for Group D. Always check the full heading above your category and roll number.