The West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) has released the Kolkata Police Constable Cut Off 2026 for shortlisting candidates for the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
According to the provided cut-off details, 47,943 candidates have been shortlisted, including 43,766 male and 4,177 female candidates. The category-wise cut-off marks are available for Constable and Lady Constable posts across categories such as UR, EWS, SC, ST and OBC, along with applicable sub-categories.
Candidates can check their qualifying status and compare their marks with the relevant cut-off through the official website, prb.wb.gov.in. The PMT and PET admit cards are scheduled to be available from 15 October 2026, and the physical tests are scheduled to begin on 28 October 2026. Candidates should note that clearing the preliminary cut-off only qualifies them for the next stage and does not guarantee final selection.
Kolkata Police Constable Cut Off 2026 – Overview
Cut Off Out for PMT & PET Shortlisting | 47,943 Candidates Qualified | PMT & PET From 28 October 2026
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB) |
| Recruitment Name | Recruitment of Constables / Lady Constables in Kolkata Police – 2024 |
| Post Name | Constable (Male) and Lady Constable (Female) |
| Total Vacancies | 3,954 (Revised: 3,624 Constable + 330 Lady Constable) |
| Preliminary Written Test Date | 21 December 2025 (Sunday) |
| Cut Off Released For | Shortlisting for Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
| Result Notice Date | 12 October 2026 (lists uploaded on 13 October 2026) |
| Candidates Shortlisted | 47,943 (43,766 Male + 4,177 Female) |
| PMT & PET Start Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Official Website | prb.wb.gov.in |
Note: The first notification in March 2024 showed 3,734 posts (3,464 male and 270 female). The board later revised the vacancy count. Some portals show slightly different totals, so always match the number with the official WBPRB notice.
What This Cut Off Means – Read This First
Many candidates think this cut off decides the final job. That is not true. This cut off is only the minimum Prelims score needed to get a call for the physical tests (PMT and PET). Here is what you must understand:
- The Preliminary Written Test is a screening test of 100 marks. Its marks are not added to the final merit list.
- Cut off marks are different for each category, sub-category and gender. You must compare your score with your own column, not with the highest number.
- Scoring above the cut off only means you are shortlisted. Final selection comes after PMT, PET, Final Written Exam and Interview.
- The Final Written Exam and Interview dates are not announced yet. Do not trust any date shared on social media.
Important Dates – Kolkata Police Constable 2026
| Event | Date |
| Application Period (Online) | 1 March 2024 to 29 March 2024 |
| Prelims Admit Card Release | From 6 December 2025 |
| Preliminary Written Test | 21 December 2025 (12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM) |
| Provisional Answer Key | 31 December 2025 |
| Final Answer Key | 8 October 2026 |
| Result & Cut Off (Notice Date) | 12 October 2026 |
| Shortlisted Lists Uploaded | 13 October 2026 |
| PMT & PET Admit Card | From 15 October 2026 |
| PMT & PET Start | 28 October 2026 |
| Final Written Exam & Interview | Not Announced Yet – Refer Official Notification |
Cut Off Marks for Male Candidates (Constable)
The table below is prepared from the official cut-off sheet of the WBPRB. All marks are out of 100. A dash (–) means the sheet shows no separate cut off for that box.
| Category | Main Category | Exempted Category (EC) | Home Guard (HG) | Civic Volunteer | Sports Quota |
| Unreserved (UR) | 52.50 | 44.75 | 44.75 | 44.75 | 44.75 |
| EWS | 31.25 | 23.50 | – | – | – |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 41.25 | 33.50 | 33.50 | 33.50 | – |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 34.50 | 26.75 | 26.75 | 26.75 | – |
| OBC | 44.50 | 36.75 | 36.75 | 36.75 | – |
Cut Off Marks for Female Candidates (Lady Constable)
| Category | Main Category | Exempted Category (EC) | Home Guard (HG) | Civic Volunteer | Sports Quota |
| Unreserved (UR) | 50.50 | 44.00 | 44.00 | 44.00 | 44.00 |
| EWS | 36.00 | 29.50 | – | – | – |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 43.25 | 36.75 | 36.75 | 36.75 | – |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 41.25 | 34.75 | 34.75 | 34.75 | – |
| OBC | 43.75 | 37.25 | 37.25 | 37.25 | – |
Note: Some websites have placed the ST rows under the SC group by mistake. In the official sheet, SC and ST are two separate groups, and the tables above follow that layout.
Male vs Female Cut Off – Quick Comparison
| Category (Main) | Male | Female | Female Minus Male |
| Unreserved (UR) | 52.50 | 50.50 | -2.00 |
| EWS | 31.25 | 36.00 | +4.75 |
| SC | 41.25 | 43.25 | +2.00 |
| ST | 34.50 | 41.25 | +6.75 |
| OBC | 44.50 | 43.75 | -0.75 |
Insight: Only 330 of the 3,954 posts are for Lady Constables, yet the UR and OBC cut offs for women are lower than for men. In EWS, SC and ST, the women’s cut off is higher. So the cut off does not simply follow the number of posts. It depends on how many candidates scored well in each group.
Key Points Every Candidate Should Notice
- Highest cut off: 52.50 for UR male. This means about 52.5% of the paper had to be scored correctly after negative marking.
- Highest for women: 50.50 for UR female.
- Lowest cut off: 23.50 for EWS (Exempted Category) male.
- Within a category, the Exempted Category, Home Guard and Civic Volunteer groups have the same cut off. For example, SC male is 33.50 for all three.
- The gap between UR and OBC is 8.00 marks for men and 6.75 marks for women.
- The Sports Quota cut off is shown only under Unreserved (44.75 for men and 44.00 for women).
How Many Candidates Qualified?
| Detail | Figure |
| Candidates Who Took the Prelims (as reported by news portals) | About 7.24 lakh |
| Total Shortlisted for PMT & PET | 47,943 |
| Male Candidates Shortlisted | 43,766 |
| Female Candidates Shortlisted | 4,177 |
| Revised Vacancies | 3,954 |
| Shortlisted Per Vacancy (Calculated) | About 12 to 13 |
| Share of Candidates Shortlisted (Calculated) | About 6.6% |
Insight: Only about 1 in 15 candidates cleared the cut off. Women are about 8.7% of the shortlisted list, and Lady Constable posts are about 8.3% of all vacancies. The two shares are close, which shows the shortlist was balanced against vacancies. Percentages are calculated from the figures above.
How to Check Your Result and Compare With the Cut Off
- Open the official website of WBPRB: prb.wb.gov.in.
- Go to the Recruitments section and open the Kolkata Police Constable / Lady Constable 2024 notices.
- Download the notice of result and the shortlisted list for your gender (male or female).
- Search your application serial number or name in the PDF.
- Check your selected category in the list. Your marks are compared with that category, which may not be the category you applied under.
- Match your marks with the right column in the tables above and save the PDF for later use.
Prelims Exam Pattern and How to Calculate Your Score
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode | Offline – OMR Sheet |
| Total Questions | 100 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Subjects | General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, Reasoning |
| Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Wrong Answer | -0.25 Mark |
| Unattempted Question | 0 Mark |
Score = (Correct Answers × 1) − (Wrong Answers × 0.25)
Example: If a male UR candidate answers 60 questions correctly and 30 wrongly, the score is 60 − 7.5 = 52.50. This is exactly the UR male cut off. It shows how one extra wrong answer can decide the result.
Why the Cut Off Is Different Every Year – Deciding Factors
- Difficulty of the paper: A tough paper gives lower scores, so the cut off goes down.
- Number of vacancies: More posts usually mean a lower cut off.
- Number of candidates: With about 7.24 lakh candidates, the competition for each post was very high.
- Reservation rules: Each category and sub-category has its own seats, so each has its own cut off.
- Shortlisting plan: The board decides how many candidates it calls for the physical tests, which also affects the final number.
Kolkata Police Constable Selection Process
- Stage 1: Preliminary Written Test – Screening only (completed)
- Stage 2: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) – From 28 October 2026
- Stage 3: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) – Running test
- Stage 4: Final Written Examination – Date not announced
- Stage 5: Interview – Date not announced
Important Points
- Candidates must clear each stage to move to the next one.
- PMT and PET are qualifying in nature in earlier WBPRB constable recruitments. Check the 2024 notice for the exact rule.
- The PMT and PET admit card printout is mandatory.
PMT and PET – What to Expect
| Test | Details |
| PMT – Male | Height, weight and chest are measured |
| PMT – Female | Height and weight are measured |
| PET – Male | 1600 metres run in 6 minutes 30 seconds |
| PET – Female | 800 metres run in 4 minutes |
Note: The female PET timing is taken from the earlier WBPRB constable brochure. The exact height, weight and chest limits are given in the Kolkata Police 2024 notification, so please read it before the test day.
What to Carry on PMT and PET Day
- Printed PMT and PET admit card (download from the portal given in the links below)
- Printed copy of your application form and the shortlist or scorecard page
- Original documents and photo ID as listed in the official notice and admit card
- Category or reservation certificates, if you applied under a reserved category
- Comfortable sports clothes, running shoes and a water bottle
Smart Preparation Tips for the Next Stages
- Running: Practise the 1600 metres (men) or 800 metres (women) at least 4 days a week. Try to finish a little faster than the time limit so that you are safe on the day.
- Warm-up: Always stretch for 10 minutes before running to avoid muscle pull before the test.
- Food and sleep: Eat light on the morning of the test and sleep well the night before.
- Study side by side: The Final Written Exam is still ahead. Keep revising General Awareness, Elementary Maths and Reasoning for 1 to 2 hours daily.
- Mock tests: Solve timed practice sets to improve speed and cut down on wrong answers.
- Reach early: Arrive at the venue before your reporting time with all documents ready.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Comparing your marks with the wrong category or the wrong gender table
- Forgetting to print the admit card
- Believing fake dates or “guaranteed selection” messages on social media
- Skipping running practice because the Prelims is over
- Not checking your selected category in the shortlist PDF
- Waiting until the last minute to collect certificates
Important Links |
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| cutoff 2026 pdf | click here |
| Official Website (WBPRB) | click here |
| Download Final Answer Key PDF | click here |
| PMT & PET Admit Card (From 15 Oct 2026) | click here |
| Kolkata Police Official Website | click here |
| Kolkata Police Constable Result 2026 (firstjob24) | click here |
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Kolkata Police Constable Cut Off 2026 – FAQs
Q. Is the Kolkata Police Constable cut off 2026 out?
A. Yes. The cut off was released with the Prelims result for PMT and PET shortlisting. The result notice is dated 12 October 2026.
Q. What is the cut off for UR male candidates?
A. The UR male cut off is 52.50 marks out of 100.
Q. What is the cut off for UR female candidates?
A. The UR female cut off is 50.50 marks out of 100.
Q. Does crossing the cut off mean I am selected?
A. No. It only means you are shortlisted for PMT and PET. You must still clear PET, the Final Written Exam and the Interview.
Q. Are Prelims marks added to the final merit list?
A. No. The Preliminary Written Test is a screening test only.
Q. When will PMT and PET start?
A. PMT and PET start on 28 October 2026. The admit card is available from 15 October 2026.
