The Indian state of West Bengal is divided into three administrative Divisions, namely:
- Jalpaiguri division
- Burdwan division
- Presidency division
A group of districts forms a division, which is administered by a 'Divisional Commissioner'. West Bengal is now divided in nineteen districts, grouped under three divisions:
| Burdwan division | Jalpaiguri division | Presidency division |
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