What Are the Results of the WBSSC Written Examination for Higher Secondary Teachers?
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Synopsis
Today marks an important milestone for aspiring higher secondary teachers in West Bengal as the WBSSC reveals the results of the written examination. This announcement comes after a significant Supreme Court decision that impacted thousands of teaching positions, raising questions about the future of education in the state.
Key Takeaways
- The WBSSC results for the higher secondary teacher recruitment will be released today.
- A total of 246,653 candidates participated in the examination.
- 12,514 teaching vacancies exist in state-run schools.
- The Supreme Court's ruling has significant implications for the recruitment process.
- Investigations into the cash-for-school job scandal are ongoing.
Kolkata, Nov 7 (NationPress) The outcome of the written examination for the recruitment of new higher secondary teachers in government schools across West Bengal is set to be revealed today.
The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) administered the exam on September 14 to address vacancies caused by the Supreme Court's cancellation of 25,753 teaching positions.
Currently, there are 12,514 vacancies for teaching roles in the higher secondary division within state-run schools in West Bengal.
On the exam date, a total of 246,653 candidates participated in the written test, which included the “untainted” teachers who also faced job losses due to the Supreme Court's decision earlier this year.
Among the 246,653 candidates, 3,120 were differently-abled individuals.
WBSSC officials confirmed that a list of successful candidates from the written examination will be made available on the commission's website later today.
Earlier this year, on April 3, a division bench of the Supreme Court annulled the 25,753 school jobs from the complete WBSSC panel for 2016. This cancellation affected both teaching and non-teaching personnel.
The entire panel was invalidated because the WBSSC and the West Bengal government failed to provide two lists that separated “untainted” candidates from “tainted” candidates, who secured jobs through monetary transactions, despite numerous requests from both the Calcutta High Court and the Apex Court.
Additionally, the Supreme Court's division bench prohibited the identified “tainted” candidates from both teaching and non-teaching categories from taking part in the new recruitment process.
The “untainted” candidates accused the state government of intentionally withholding the segregated lists to safeguard the interests of the “tainted” candidates, claiming that leaders from the ruling Trinamool Congress were allegedly the primary beneficiaries of the cash-for-school job scandal.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED), which are conducting concurrent investigations into the extensive cash-for-school job scheme, have identified former West Bengal Education Minister and Trinamool Congress secretary general, Partha Chatterjee, as the key figure in this alleged scam.
Point of View
We stand committed to delivering accurate and timely information. The ongoing developments in the WBSSC recruitment process reflect larger systemic issues in education governance. It is essential for the state to ensure fair chances for all candidates while addressing the implications of the Supreme Court's ruling. The focus must remain on restoring integrity in the recruitment process and safeguarding the future of education in West Bengal.
NationPress
09/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the WBSSC results be announced?
The WBSSC will announce the results of the written examination today.
How many vacancies are there for higher secondary teachers?
There are currently 12,514 vacancies for higher secondary teaching positions in West Bengal.
What was the reason for the cancellation of school jobs?
The Supreme Court annulled 25,753 school jobs due to issues related to job allocation and the integrity of the hiring process.
How many candidates appeared for the exam?
A total of 246,653 candidates appeared for the written examination on September 14.
Who is Partha Chatterjee?
Partha Chatterjee is the former West Bengal Education Minister identified as a key figure in the cash-for-school job scandal.
