The Public Service Commission (Lok Sewa Aayog) has implemented a robust Integrated and Unified Examination System for the recruitment of Section Officer (Shaakha Adhikrit) or equivalent positions. This system applies to various services including Justice, Foreign Affairs, Administration, Audit, and Parliament.

Whether you are a first-time aspirant or a seasoned candidate, understanding the multi-stage structure approved on 2081/03/20 is your first step toward success.

1. The First Hurdle: Preliminary Examination (Stage-I)

The journey begins with the Administrative Aptitude Test (AAT). This is a screening test; while essential to pass, the marks are not added to your final total score.

·        Format: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

·        Full Marks: 100.

·        Pass Marks: 45 (45%).

·        Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes.

·        Negative Marking: 20% deduction for each wrong answer.

Syllabus Breakdown of AAT:

·        Part (A) General Awareness (50 Marks): Covers Geography, History, Governance, Economic Development, Environment, and Science.

·        Part (B) Aptitude Test (30 Marks): Includes Verbal, Non-verbal, and Quantitative Reasoning.

·        Part (C) English Language Competence (20 Marks): Focuses on Comprehension, Vocabulary, and Syntactic Ability.

2. The Main Event: Written Examination (Stage-II)

Only candidates who pass Stage-I move to the Main Examination. This stage consists of subjective papers designed to test your deep analytical skills.

For those aiming for the Nepal Foreign Service, two additional 100-mark papers in English and International Relations are mandatory.

3. Final Evaluation: Skills and Interview

Candidates who clear the Main Examination proceed to the final stage. Your final ranking is based on the combined marks of Stage-II and this final stage.

·        Information Technology (IT) Skill Test (10 Marks): A practical exam covering Devanagari/English typing and Word/Excel skills.

·        Group Test (10 Marks): An individual presentation within a group setting.

·        Interview: 40 Marks for General services and 50 Marks for Foreign Service.

Pro-Tips for Candidates

·        Stay Updated: Laws, Acts, and Policies active 3 months prior to the exam date are considered part of the syllabus.

·        Language Flexibility: You can answer in Nepali, English, or both, except for specific Foreign Service papers which must be in English.

·        Calculator Rule: Calculators are strictly prohibited during the MCQ-based exams.

Get Started Today! The competitive edge comes from quality preparation materials. Ensure you are studying with resources that align with this new 2081/82 advertisement cycle.