WBPSC ICDS Syllabus 2026 – Check Exam Pattern

By Alok Kumar Posted: 31 Oct 2026 Verified source

The WBPSC ICDS exam is conducted for various posts under the Integrated Child Development Services in West Bengal. This page provides detailed information about the syllabus and exam pattern for the year 2026.

WBPSC ICDS Syllabus 2026 – Check Exam Pattern: Exam Pattern

Post NameICDS Supervisor (Female only), ICDS Worker, ICDS Helper
Conducting BodyWest Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC)
Supervisor StagesPrelims and Mains
Supervisor Prelims100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes, objective type, OMR-based
Supervisor Mains4 papers of 100 marks each (400 marks), 90 minutes per paper
Worker Exam100 marks across 4 subjects, 90 minutes to 2 hours
Helper Exam100 marks across 3 subjects, 90 minutes
Negative MarkingNot Specified in the Official Notification
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Syllabus

ICDS Supervisor Prelims Syllabus

  • General Knowledge: Indian History, Indian Freedom Movement, Indian Constitution, Indian Polity, Indian Geography, West Bengal Geography, Indian Economy, General Science, Environmental Studies, Current Affairs.
  • Arithmetic: Number System, Simplification, HCF and LCM, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Mensuration.
  • Reasoning: Analogy, Classification, Coding-Decoding, Number Series, Blood Relations, Logical Sequence, Venn Diagrams, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning.

ICDS Supervisor Mains Syllabus

  • Paper I: English: Essay Writing, Precis Writing, Report Writing, Letter Writing, Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Translation, Sentence Correction.
  • Paper II: Bengali/Other Language: Grammar, Translation, Comprehension, Composition, Precis Writing, Summary Writing, Report Drafting.
  • Paper III: General Studies: Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, General Science, Life Science, Physical Science, Environmental Studies, Food and Nutrition, Health and Hygiene, Women and Child Development, Government Welfare Schemes, Current Affairs.
  • Paper IV: Arithmetic: Number System, Simplification, HCF and LCM, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Mensuration.

ICDS Worker Syllabus

  • Bengali Language (30 Marks): Grammar, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Essay Writing, Letter Writing.
  • General Knowledge & Current Affairs (30 Marks): History of West Bengal and India, Geography of West Bengal, Indian Constitution, Current Affairs, Government Schemes, Basic Science, Important Personalities.
  • Arithmetic & Numerical Ability (20 Marks): Number System, Simplification, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest, Time and Work, Data Interpretation.
  • Child Development & Nutrition Awareness (20 Marks): Child Growth and Development, Nutrition for Mothers and Children, Anganwadi Centres, ICDS and POSHAN Abhiyaan, Immunization, Health and Hygiene.

ICDS Helper Syllabus

  • Bengali Language (40 Marks): Reading Comprehension, Basic Grammar, Vocabulary, Fill in the Blanks.
  • General Knowledge (30 Marks): West Bengal GK and India GK, National Days, Important Personalities, Government Welfare Schemes, Basic Science.
  • Basic Arithmetic (30 Marks): Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Percentages, Simple Measurement, Time and Distance.

Preparation Tips

To prepare effectively for the WBPSC ICDS exam, focus on the syllabus specific to the post you are applying for. Allocate sufficient time to subjects with higher marks, such as Bengali for Worker and Helper posts. Regular practice in grammar and comprehension is essential. For the Supervisor Prelims, practice answering 100 questions in 60 minutes to improve speed. Utilize mock tests and previous papers to identify and strengthen weak areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official website for WBPSC?

The official website is psc.wb.gov.in.

What posts are covered under WBPSC ICDS 2026?

The posts include ICDS Supervisor (Female only), ICDS Worker, and ICDS Helper.

What is the exam pattern for the Supervisor post?

The Supervisor post has a two-stage exam: Prelims and Mains.

How many papers are there in the Supervisor Mains exam?

There are four papers in the Supervisor Mains exam.

Is there negative marking in the WBPSC ICDS exam?

Negative marking details are not specified in the official notification.

मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में

  • WBPSC ICDS परीक्षा 2026 के लिए है।
  • पद: ICDS पर्यवेक्षक (केवल महिला), कार्यकर्ता, सहायक।
  • आधिकारिक वेबसाइट: psc.wb.gov.in।
  • परीक्षा पैटर्न: प्रारंभिक और मुख्य परीक्षा।
  • प्रारंभिक परीक्षा में 100 प्रश्न होंगे।
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Source: official recruitment notification of WBPSC. Last verified: 31 Oct 2026.

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