The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has published the Final Answer Key to the MCQ paper of the W.B.C.S. (Exe) etc. Preliminary Examination for the exam held on 14 June 2026. The Final Answer Key was released on 27 August 2026 vide Memo No. 1104-PSC/CON(Q), signed by the Deputy Secretary of the Commission. This follows the provisional answer key that WBPSC had released earlier, on 24 June 2026, and the objection window that ran from 30 June 2026 to 6 July 2026.
This article covers the provisional and final answer key timeline, the official download process, exam pattern, previous year cut-off trends, and the latest update on the WBCS Prelims Result 2026. In line with our accuracy policy, this article does not reproduce the answer key's question-wise options candidates should refer to the official PDF on psc.wb.gov.in for the full key.
Direct Link to Check WBCS Answer Key 2026
WBCS Answer Key 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | W.B.C.S. (Exe) etc. Examination (Preli), 2024 |
| Advertisement Number | 08/2024 |
| Conducting Body | West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) |
| Exam Date | 14 June 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release Date | 24 June 2026 |
| Objection Window | 30 June 2026 to 6 July 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Release Date | 27 August 2026 (Memo No. 1104-PSC/CON(Q)) |
| Category | Answer Key |
| Mode of Release | Online (PDF) |
| Official Website | psc.wb.gov.in |
WBCS Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
- WBCS Prelims Admit Card released: 4 June 2026
- WBCS Preliminary Exam: 14 June 2026
- Official Answer Key released: 24 June 2026
- Objection window opens: 30 June 2026
- Objection window closes: 6 July 2026
- Final Answer Key released: 27 August 2026
WBCS Exam Pattern 2026 (Preliminary)
The WBCS Preliminary Examination is conducted offline in OMR-based format and is used only to screen candidates for the Mains exam; marks scored in Prelims are not counted toward the final merit list.
- Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Question type: Objective (MCQ)
- Total questions: 200
- Subjects covered: 8 core subjects
- Marks per section: 25 marks
- Duration: 2.5 hours (12:00 PM to 2:30 PM)
How to Download WBCS Final Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official WBPSC website: psc.wb.gov.in.
- Go to the "What's New" or "Answer Key" section on the homepage.
- Look for the notification titled "Final Answer Keys to the MCQ Paper of the W.B.C.S. (Exe) etc. (Preli) Examination, 2024" (Memo No. 1104-PSC/CON(Q), dated 27 August 2026).
- The Final Answer Key PDF will open on the screen.
- Download and save the PDF to your device.
- Match your marked OMR responses against the final official answers.
- Calculate your probable score using the marking scheme mentioned in the official notification. Note: as per the official key, one mark is awarded for each question marked with an asterisk (*), irrespective of the option a candidate attempted.
How to Raise an Objection Against the WBCS Answer Key 2026
WBPSC allowed candidates to challenge any answer they believed was incorrect during the objection window (30 June 2026 to 6 July 2026). The exact online objection portal link, format for supporting evidence, and fee (if any) per objection are Not Available Officially in the sources reviewed for this article candidates should refer to the detailed instructions in the official answer key notification PDF on psc.wb.gov.in.
What Happens After the WBCS Final Answer Key 2026?
- Objection Review (completed): WBPSC reviewed the objections submitted between 30 June and 6 July 2026.
- Final Answer Key (released): Published on 27 August 2026, incorporating the Commission's review of objections.
- WBCS Prelims Result 2026: To be prepared and declared based on this Final Answer Key. Date: Not Yet Announced.
- WBCS Mains 2026: Candidates who qualify in the Prelims will be shortlisted for the Mains examination.
Important Instructions
- The WBCS Preliminary Examination is only a screening stage marks obtained in Prelims are not added to the final merit list.
- Always cross-check any downloaded answer key PDF against the official WBPSC portal to avoid relying on unofficial or lookalike websites.
- Keep your roll number and admit card details handy when checking the result once declared.
- Only the final answer key (after objections are resolved) is used to prepare the official result.
WBCS Final Answer Key 2026 - Important Links
- Official WBPSC Website: psc.wb.gov.in
- Direct Link to Check WBCS Final Answer Key 2026
