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Updated on 01st July, 2024 , 3 min read
The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has already released its recruitment notification for 2024 for the post of Food Sub-Inspector. WBPSC has announced this recruitment drive to select the best candidates for the Sub-Inspector role in an attempt to fill vacancies across the state. The main purpose behind this is to ensure that the food safety and quality standards are maintained effectively in the state.
The official announcement mentioned that the Food and Supplies Department of the West Bengal government requires filling 480 Food SI (Sub-Inspector) positions for the Subordinate Food & Supplies Service, Grade-III positions. Candidates need to take the WBPSC Food SI Exam for admission.
The formal announcement of WBPSC Food SI Recruitment 2024 has been officially released on their respective website. It also lists the open positions, necessary credentials, and important deadlines that a candidate needs to keep in mind. It is recommended that prospective applicants carefully read the notification to understand the requirements of the application.
Candidates who have applied for WBPSC SI positions through the official portal are qualified to take the 2023 WBPSC Food SI Exam, which took place on March 16–17, 2024.
Food SI positions released by the West Bengal government's Food & Supplies Department fall within the authority of the West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC). The detailed information for this job position is available on the official website. The qualified applicants will work in the state of West Bengal.
Particulars | Details |
Organization | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
Post | Food Sub-Inspector (Food SI) |
Department | Food and Supplies Department, Govt. of WB |
Category | State Government Jobs |
Application Mode | Online |
Vacancies | 480 |
Food SI Exam Date | March 16-17, 2024 |
Selection Process | Written Exam and Interview |
Official Website | https://wbpsc.gov.in |
To be qualified for the WBPSC Food SI Recruitment, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
Particulars | Details |
Educational Qualifications | Must have Madhyamik/Secondary examination from WBSE Board or an equivalent. Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Bengali is essential. |
Physical Requirements | Need to be of sound health and able to travel extensively in West Bengal's rural areas. |
Age Limit | The minimum qualification age is 18 years, with age restrictions according to category and state government laws. |
Nationality | Indian |
These are the required eligibility criteria for the Food SI exam application. Further, in the personality test, candidates will be assessed on their Bengali reading, writing, and speaking skills. Candidates whose performance on the test is mediocre or below average have a high risk of having their candidature terminated in the personality test.
The deadline for submitting the online application for the Food SI Recruitment 2023 was September 20, 2023, at 3 p.m. Candidates must precisely fill out the application form before the deadline for online registration, and check the details carefully before submitting the form. Candidates should also keep visiting the official website to not miss out on vital information.
General category candidates need to submit an application fee of Rs 110/- through the official portal while filling out the form. Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, PWD) are exempted from the application fee.
The following category-wise qualifying marks have been set by the West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) as an overall average.
Category | Qualifying Marks |
General | 40% |
SC | 35% |
ST | 30% |
OBC (A&B) | 38% |
PWD | 30% |
Sports | 40% |
Ex- Servicemen | 30% |
The selection process for the Food SI post is conducted in two phases. The first phase includes the written examination. The exam consists of a total of 100 marks (MCQS and Personality Aptitude Test). Candidates who pass the written examination, are called for an interview (second phase of the selection process) with the selectors. In the interview round, candidates are evaluated based on their presentation and speaking skills.
The final selection is done based on their performance in both phases of the selection process by adding the points from the exam and interview.
The selected applicants will receive a competitive monthly salary, job security, and numerous other advantages. Apart from their D.A., M.A., and H.R.A. admissible under government regulations, the in-hand remuneration for WBPSC Food SI is between Rs. 22,700 to Rs. 58,500 (as per the 6th pay commission).
The state government conducts the WBPSC Food SI exams in various exam centers located across various districts of the state. Candidates can choose their preferred exam center while filling the application form online.
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Candidates need to fill the online application form on the WBPSC official website and pay the required application fees to apply for Food SI job.
The Food SI exam is difficult as the candidates are evaluated on various aptitude and reasoning parameters along with a personality test. However, with proper determination and hard work, they can qualify for the interview round.
There are various food inspector posts across the country that includes both the central and state government. If a candidate is applying for the state services, the post comes under state government. However, if they are applying for the central posts, they must take the All India Food Inspector Exam conducted by UPSC.
Entry level food inspectors can earn between INR 35,000- INR 45,000 per month. While senior Food Inspectors, or experienced professionals earn a salary between INR 60,000 - INR 80,000 per month.
If a candidate is eager to apply for the Food Inspector position in the government, they can choose to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in agriculture, food science, or agronomy.