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WBSSC Group-C Exam Held Under Tight Security, 8 Lakh Candidates Appear

The West Bengal School Service Commission conducted its long-awaited written examination for Group-C worker recruitment across the state. The exam was held at 1,693 centers with tight security arrangements, including instructions to keep central paramilitary forces away from the venues. Approximately 8.04 lakh candidates appeared for the examination competing for 2,989 vacancies, with several restrictions on footwear and prohibited items like mobile phones. The Group-D recruitment examination is scheduled to be held on March 8, with about 8.09 lakh applications received.

Key Points: WBSSC Group-C Exam Held, Security Tight for 8 Lakh Candidates

  • Exam held after long wait
  • 8.04 lakh candidates for 2,989 posts
  • Strict dress code & item restrictions
  • Group-D exam scheduled for March 8
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Written examination for recruiting Group-C workers of WBSSC held

West Bengal SSC conducts Group-C written exam for 2,989 vacancies. 8 lakh candidates appear under strict security and dress code restrictions.

"All preparations for the exam have been completed and strict security measures have been put in place. - Siddhartha Majumdar"

Kolkata, March 1

After a long wait, the written examination for the recruitment of Group-C workers of the West Bengal School Service Commission was held in the state on Sunday, amidst tight security arrangements.

With the publication of the final voters' list after Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and the arrival of central paramilitary forces in the state, the WBSSC took extra precautions regarding the security and administrative management of the examination centres.

Although there was a possibility of deployment of paramilitary forces in schools and colleges for purpose of upcoming Assembly elections, special instructions were given to the administration to ensure that there was no presence of central forces in the examination centres on the day of the written exam.

According to WBSSC sources, the Group-C exam was conducted at 1,693 centres across the state on Sunday.

About 8,04,000 candidates had applied for this exam for 2,989 vacancies.

On the other hand, the Group-D recruitment exam will be held on March 8. About 8,09,000 applications were received for the Group-D exam. The total number of exam centres for both Group-C and Group-D was about 3,400.

For the sake of safety, several restrictions were issued for the candidates. Boots or closed shoes were not allowed. Only students with slippers or Hawaiian sandals were allowed.

Carrying any electronic gadgets including mobile phones, calculators, jewellery or additional items was prohibited. Only the admit card, clear water bottle and pen were allowed.

Today, Group-C candidates entered the examination centre from 10 a.m. as per rules. Candidates were asked to reach the centre by 10 a.m. and no one was allowed to enter after 11.45 a.m. The total marks for Group-C examination are 60 and the examination concluded at 1:50 pm.

Candidates from outside states also appeared for the Group-C exam.

The SSC had sent a letter to the state's DGP and Kolkata Police Commissioner regarding today's exam. On Saturday, School Service Commission Chairman Siddhartha Majumdar said, "All preparations for the exam have been completed and strict security measures have been put in place."

- IANS

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Priya S
The restrictions on shoes and sandals seem a bit odd, but if it prevents malpractice, it's okay. No mobile phones is standard. Hope the process was completely fair and transparent this time. WBSSC needs to restore its credibility.
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Rohit P
My brother gave this exam today. He said the arrangement was good and the presence of police was reassuring. But the ratio of applicants to vacancies is heartbreaking. Government needs to create more Group C and D jobs on a war footing.
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Ananya R
Conducting such a massive exam is a huge logistical challenge. Kudos to the administration for pulling it off. I appreciate the clear instructions about what to carry. Less confusion for candidates. Now hoping for a quick and fair result declaration.
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David E
Interesting to read about the coordination with election security. It's a complex situation. The scale of these recruitment drives in India is always mind-boggling. Over 1.6 million applications total? Wishing all the candidates the very best.
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Karthik V
No central forces at exam centres is a wise decision. It keeps the environment less intimidating for students. Hope the Group-D exam next week goes smoothly too. These jobs are a lifeline for so many families. The pressure on the candidates is immense.

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