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Civil Service (Loksewa)

1-2 Years (Prep)

The definitive guide to Nepal's civil service examinations — from Kharidar to Gazetted Officer.

The Journey

STEP 1

Complete Minimum Education

SEE for Kharidar; +2 for Nayab Subba; Bachelor's for Section Officer; Master's/equivalent for Gazetted Officer. Higher education gives you access to higher posts.

Varies
#SEE#+2#Bachelor#Masters
STEP 2

PSC Vacancy Notice

Monitor the Public Service Commission (Lok Sewa Aayog) portal (psc.gov.np) for vacancy announcements. Apply for the relevant post within the application window.

Ongoing
#PSC#Lok Sewa Aayog#Application
STEP 3

Written Examination

Appear for the rigorous written exam covering general knowledge, Nepali language, mathematics, and subject-specific papers (varies by post).

1 Day
#Written Exam#MCQ#General Knowledge
STEP 4

Interview & Medical

Shortlisted candidates attend a PSC interview and medical screening. Merit list is published afterward.

1-2 Months
#Interview#Medical#PSC Board
STEP 5

Appointment & Training

Selected candidates receive appointment letters from the relevant Ministry and complete mandatory government service training.

3-6 Months
#Government Service#Training#Ministry