SarkariResultHome.comWBP Sub-Inspector (SI) Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern
Written by Paresh on 10 Oct 2026 · Organisation: WBP · State: All India
WBP has released the syllabus and exam pattern for Sub-Inspector (SI) on its official portal. This page explains how to use it for your preparation.
The stages are Preliminary Exam, Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Interview. The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
You can also see more WBP updates on the WBP Recruitment page, all syllabus and the home page.
WBP Sub-Inspector (SI) Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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WBP Sub-Inspector (SI) Selection Process & Exam Details
The stages, in the order they usually take place:
- Preliminary Exam
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Interview
Sub-Inspector (SI): What This Page Covers
This page puts together the exam overview of Sub-Inspector (SI) with the exam pattern, the syllabus and the selection stages, in the order a student needs them.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Sub-Inspector (SI): Exam Overview
West Bengal Police Recruitment Board ( WBPRB) is the organisation behind Sub-Inspector (SI).
Language of the paper: Bengali, English & Nepali.
At a glance, the paper has marks: Prelims exams -200 Final Competitive exams-200; time: Prelims exam: 1 hour Final competitive exam: 4 hour.
Negative marking: 1/4th.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board ( WBPRB) |
| Post / course | Sub-Inspector (SI) |
| Language of the paper | Bengali, English & Nepali |
| Type of questions | MCQ |
| Marks | Prelims exams -200 Final Competitive exams-200 |
| Time allowed | Prelims exam: 1 hour Final competitive exam: 4 hour |
| Negative marking | 1/4th |
Sub-Inspector (SI): Detailed Breakdown Syllabus
Check the detailed breakdown syllabus for Sub-Inspector (SI) in the table below.
| Arithmetic | General Studies | English | Logical & Analytical Reasoning | Indian/Regional Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ratio and Proportion, Linear Equation, Tables and graphs, Identities, Polygons, Decimals, Square Roots, Fractions, Percentage, Time and work, Trigonometry, Time | Politics, Economics, History, Inventions and Discoveries, Current Events, Culture and events, Science | Vocabulary, Sentence Structuring, Correct Use of Language, Grammar, Idioms | Statements and conclusions, Coding and decoding, Networks and Directions, Semantic Analogy, Embedded Figures, Relationship concepts, Ordering and Sequencing, Sp | Vocabulary, Sentence Structuring, Grammar, Correct usage of Language, Idioms |
Sub-Inspector (SI): Prelims
Check the prelims for Sub-Inspector (SI) in the table below.
| Subjects/Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic | 25 | 50 | 90 minutes |
| General Studies | 50 | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Logical & Analytical Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 90 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 90 minutes |
Sub-Inspector (SI): Final Competitive
The table below gives the final competitive of Sub-Inspector (SI), as it is given in the source.
| Papers | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper -I | General Studies & Arithmetic | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper -II | English | 50 | 1 hour |
| Paper -III | Hindi/Bengali/Urdu/Nepali | 50 | 1 hour |
Sub-Inspector (SI): Subjects That Carry the Highest Marks
In the pattern table (Prelims Exam Pattern), the most marks are carried by General Studies (100).
In the pattern table (Final Competitive Exam Pattern), the most marks are carried by Paper -I (100).
Marks differ from paper to paper, so check the table of your own paper.
Sub-Inspector (SI): Physical Standards
The table below gives the physical standards of Sub-Inspector (SI), as it is given in the source.
| Gender | Post | Class | Height | Weight | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | SI (UB) | Gen | 167cm | 56kg | 79cm (+5cm) |
| Male | SI (AB) | Gen | 173cm | 60kg | 86cm (+5cm) |
| Female | SI (UB) | Gen | 160cm | 48kg | NA |
Sub-Inspector (SI): SI Selection Process Stages
The list below is for Sub-Inspector (SI).
- First Examination (Prelims)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Final Combined Competitive Examination
- Personality Test
Sub-Inspector (SI): How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Start with the exam overview above; it tells you the basic rules of the paper in one glance.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- Negative marking is given as 1/4th. So avoid wild guesses and mark only the answers you are sure about.
- The paper language is Bengali, English & Nepali; practise in the same language so that the paper feels familiar.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
Sub-Inspector (SI): Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Give the subjects that carry more marks (see the section above) more time, and study them first.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Take mock tests in the real time limit of Prelims exam: 1 hour Final competitive exam: 4 hour, so the clock does not surprise you on exam day.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
Earlier WBP Notifications
Earlier WBP notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all WBP updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBP Constable Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
WBP Sub-Inspector (SI) Syllabus: Important Links
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WBP Sub-Inspector (SI) Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts Sub-Inspector (SI)?
Sub-Inspector (SI) is conducted by West Bengal Police Recruitment Board ( WBPRB).
How much time is given in Sub-Inspector (SI)?
The time allowed is Prelims exam: 1 hour Final competitive exam: 4 hour.
Is there negative marking in Sub-Inspector (SI)?
Negative marking: 1/4th.
In which language is the Sub-Inspector (SI) paper?
Language of the paper: Bengali, English & Nepali.
What are the total marks of Sub-Inspector (SI)?
Marks: Prelims exams -200 Final Competitive exams-200.
Where can I download the official Sub-Inspector (SI) syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of WBP. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Sub-Inspector (SI) syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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