WBP Contractual Driver Recruitment 2026
Job highlights
| Organisation | West Bengal Police Telecommunication |
|---|---|
| Location | Kolkata |
| State | 🐅 West Bengal |
| Employment type | Contractor |
| Salary | INR 16,000 – 16,000 / month |
| Apply by | Oct 16, 2026 |
| Education | Class 10 pass with knowledge of reading and writing in Bengali, English or Hindi. Applicants must also hold a valid LMV driving licence for at least three years as of 2026-09-01 and have at least three years of work experience as a driver. |
| Experience | At least three years of working experience as a driver. |
| Age limit | 21 to 40 years as of 2026-10-01. No age relaxation details are provided in the notification. |
| Application fee | Not specified in the notification. |
West Bengal Police Telecommunication, Tollygunge, Kolkata, has invited applications for contractual Driver engagement in its Telecommunication wing. Indian citizens who meet the education, age, driving licence and experience requirements can apply using the prescribed format.
The notification does not specify the number of vacancies. Applications are accepted offline from October 2026, with the completed form due by 16 October 2026. After application screening, eligible candidates will be called for a driving test, interview and medical test; the schedule will be published on the West Bengal Police website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | October 2026 |
| Application period begins | October 2026 |
| Last date to submit the application | 16 October 2026 |
| Driving test and interview | To be published on wbpolice.gov.in |
| Medical test | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for the post of Contractual Driver in the Telecommunication wing of West Bengal Police. The notification lists the vacancy count as to be notified, so the total number of positions is not currently available.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants must be Indian citizens and have passed Class 10. They must also have knowledge of reading and writing in Bengali, English or Hindi. A valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence held for at least three years is required, calculated as of 1 September 2026. Candidates must also have at least three years of work experience as a driver.
Age Limit
The age requirement is 21 to 40 years as of 1 October 2026. The notification does not provide details of any upper-age relaxation.
Application Fee
The notification does not specify an application fee.
How to Apply
- Obtain and complete the application in the prescribed format provided with or referred to in the official notification.
- Address the application to the Additional Director General of Police, Telecommunication, WB.
- Attach copies of the required supporting documents: your educational certificate or mark sheet, birth certificate or other age proof, valid driving licence, Aadhaar card as residential-address proof, and certificate of driver work experience. You may also include certificates for motor repairing or related extracurricular activities, if applicable.
- Deposit the application and enclosures in the Drop Box at the M.T. Section, Telecommunication HQ, WB, 3, M.B. Sarani, Kolkata 700 040, by 16 October 2026.
- If shortlisted, complete and sign Part A of the Call Letter and deposit it at the office of the Additional Director General & Inspector General of Police, Telecommunication, WB, 3, M.B. Sarani, Tollygunge, Kolkata 700 040, within the specified period.
- Bring the original documents to Telecommunication HQ, WB, when attending the driving test or interview. Ensure all details in the application are accurate; incorrect, false or misleading statements may lead to disqualification.
Salary & Pay Scale
The engagement carries remuneration of INR 16,000 per month. This is a contractual position.
Selection Process
Applications will first be screened, and eligible candidates will then be called for a driving test, an interview and a medical test. Dates for these stages will be announced on the West Bengal Police website, wbpolice.gov.in. Candidates should note that no travel or daily allowance (TA/DA) will be paid for attending the driving test, interview or medical test.
Eligible candidates should submit the prescribed application and supporting documents to the designated Drop Box by 16 October 2026. Check the official West Bengal Police website for updates about the subsequent selection stages.
Important links
- Official notification: https://wbpolice.gov.in/writereaddata/wbp/Telecom_ContDriver01102026.pdf
- West Bengal Police website: https://wbpolice.gov.in
Frequently asked questions
How many Contractual Driver vacancies are available? +
The notification does not state the number of vacancies; it is listed as to be notified.
What is the last date to submit the application? +
Applications must be deposited by 16 October 2026.
What qualification and experience are required? +
Applicants need to have passed Class 10, know how to read and write in Bengali, English or Hindi, hold an LMV licence for at least three years as of 1 September 2026, and have at least three years of driver work experience.
What is the age limit for this recruitment? +
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years old as of 1 October 2026. The notification does not give age-relaxation details.
How do I submit an application, and is there a fee? +
Submit the prescribed application with the supporting document copies to the Drop Box at the M.T. Section, Telecommunication HQ, WB, 3, M.B. Sarani, Kolkata 700 040. The notification does not specify an application fee.
What are the selection stages and monthly remuneration? +
Selection involves application screening followed by a driving test, interview and medical test. The contractual remuneration is INR 16,000 per month.