WBPSC Food SI Syllabus 2026
Food Sub-Inspector Recruitment Exam
Conducted By
West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC)
Eligibility
Passed Madhyamik (Class 10) Examination of WBBSE or equivalent; ability to read, write, and speak Bengali/Nepali
Age Limit
18 to 40 years (relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PWD)
Exam Pattern
Written Exam (MCQ) & Personality Test
The West Bengal Public Service Commission conducts this exam to recruit Food Sub-Inspectors in the Food and Supplies Department. The selection process has a written test and an interview. The written test is highly competitive and covers Arithmetic and General Studies of matriculation level. Arithmetic requires quick calculation speed, while General Studies covers Indian history, geography, and current affairs. Preparing for Food SI takes three to six months of regular practice. Use our checklist below to systematically check off all arithmetic and GS topics before the exam.
Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus (39 topics)
Written Examination
100 MCQs | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes | -1/3 negative marking
General Studies 50 Marks
- Indian History - Ancient Period
- Indian History - Medieval Period
- Indian History - Modern Period
- Indian National Movement
- Indian Geography - Physical features
- Indian Geography - Economic & Social features
- Geography of West Bengal - districts & resources
- Indian Constitution - basic structure & rights
- Indian Polity - administrative & political systems
- Indian Economy & Five Year Plans
- Everyday Science - Physics concepts
- Everyday Science - Chemistry concepts
- Everyday Science - Biology & human body
- Environmental Science and Ecology
- Current Affairs - National events
- Current Affairs - International events
- Sports, Awards, and Honors
- Famous Books, Authors, and Literature
- Indian Culture, Art, and Heritage
- Basic Static General Knowledge
Arithmetic 50 Marks
- Number System
- Simplification, Decimals and Fractions
- HCF and LCM
- Ratio and Proportion
- Percentage
- Profit and Loss
- Simple Interest
- Compound Interest
- Average
- Time and Work
- Time, Speed, and Distance
- Boats and Streams
- Pipes and Cisterns
- Partnership Business
- Mixture and Alligation
- Problems on Ages
Personality Test
20 Marks | Evaluation of mental alertness, communication, and general knowledge
Interview 20 Marks
- Personal Background and Hobbies
- Awareness of Current National and State Events
- Basic Administrative Knowledge and Situation Handling
Recommended Reference Books
| Subject | Book Title | Author / Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | General Knowledge 2026 | Manohar Pandey / Arihant |
| Arithmetic | Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | R.S. Aggarwal |
| General Studies | Encyclopaedia of General Science | Arihant Experts |
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