New 100-Point Roster Explained: What Every West Bengal Job Aspirant Must Know
The Government of West Bengal has introduced a new Model 100-Point Roster for recruitment in state government jobs. This important update, released by the Labour Department on June 13, 2025, aims to bring greater transparency and fairness to the recruitment process by streamlining how reservations are applied for different social groups.
This guide explains what the 100-point roster is, who it benefits, and how it will impact future government job opportunities in West Bengal.
What is the 100-Point Roster?
The 100-point roster is a structured list that determines how 100 vacancies are distributed among various social categories. Every time a department conducts recruitment, it must follow this fixed sequence to ensure that constitutional reservation policies are implemented correctly and uniformly.
Category-wise Reservation (As per the New Roster)
Here is the category-wise distribution of 100 posts under the updated system:
| Category | Posts (Out of 100) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 45 | 45% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 22 | 22% |
| Other Backward Classes – A | 10 | 10% |
| Economically Weaker Sections | 10 | 10% |
| Other Backward Classes – B | 7 | 7% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 6 | 6% |
These numbers represent a balanced distribution of opportunities across various reserved and unreserved categories.
Key Highlights of the New Reservation Policy
OBC Reservation
- A total of 17% of vacancies are reserved for Other Backward Classes.
- This includes 10% for OBC-A (More Backward) and 7% for OBC-B (Backward) categories.
Reservation for Ex-Servicemen
- For Group C posts: the 11th, 22nd, 58th, 75th, and 81st positions are reserved for ex-servicemen
- For Group D posts: the 5th, 17th, 21st, 31st, 49th, 54th, 63rd, 71st, 83rd, and 94th positions are designated for ex-servicemen.
Reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
- Specific points are earmarked for various disability categories:
- 12th point: for persons with blindness or low vision.
- 32nd point: for those with locomotor disabilities, cerebral palsy, dwarfism, leprosy cured, acid attack survivors, and muscular dystrophy.
- If a candidate with the required disability is not available in a given year, the vacancy will be carried forward.
Opportunities for Sportspersons
- The 33rd and 66th positions are reserved for meritorious sportspersons.
- Applies to Group B, C, and D posts.
Exempted Category (E.C.)
- The term ‘E.C.’ refers to candidates registered under the Exempted Category maintained by the Directorate of Employment.
- Appointing authorities must source names from this category when filling designated E.C. posts.
- This rule does not apply to compassionate appointments (e.g., death-in-harness cases).
- If no suitable candidate from the Exempted Category belonging to a reserved group is available, the vacancy may be filled by a non-E.C. candidate from the same community.
What This Means for Aspirants
The introduction of this new roster has several implications:
- Clarity: You can now easily identify which positions are meant for which category.
- Fair Opportunity: Reserved category candidates get a clearer roadmap to target their applications.
- Reduced Discrepancies: Since all departments must follow the same roster, recruitment is expected to become more transparent and less prone to manipulation.
Final Thoughts
This updated 100-point roster marks a significant policy step toward inclusive and structured public sector recruitment in West Bengal. It empowers job seekers with precise information and ensures fair representation for every eligible group. All aspirants should stay updated with upcoming recruitment notifications and understand how their category fits into this new structure.
Make sure you’re prepared — because the next vacancy might have your number on it.
