After a nine-year hiatus, West Bengal’s School Service Commission (SSC) is set to conduct its long-awaited teacher recruitment exams this September. The written examinations will be held on September 7 and 14, drawing approximately 5,65,000 candidates vying for teaching positions in the state’s schools.

This year’s recruitment covers 23,212 vacancies for classes 9 and 10, and 12,514 posts for classes 11 and 12. The exams will be administered across 636 centres statewide, including 41 centres in Kolkata alone. On Sunday, September 7, 3,19,650 candidates will appear for the 9th–10th grade exam, followed by 2,54,000 candidates for the 11th–12th grade exam on September 14.

Strict guidelines have been implemented to ensure fairness and transparency. Candidates must enter exam centres by 10 a.m., carry their admit cards, and may only take carbon copies of their OMR sheets. Any extraneous markings or comments on the OMR sheets could result in cancellation of the exam. Those facing issues with their admit cards are advised to carry their Aadhaar cards as a precaution.

Electronic gadgets, including smartwatches and calculators, are strictly prohibited, while each exam hall will feature CCTV surveillance and wall clocks. Deputy magistrate-level officers will supervise the examination centres to maintain discipline and security.

how to download admit cards:

1.     Visit the official website: westbengalssc.com

2.     Enter your user ID and password.

3.     Click the WB SSC 2025 admit card link.

4.     Download and print a copy for reference.

With nearly a decade since the last SSC exam, candidates are bracing for a high-stakes assessment that could define the next wave of educators in West Bengal