Attraction to Government Service and Loksewa Preparation

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Introduction

Rising academic unemployment and federalism’s demand for 20,000–30,000 new civil servants have increased attraction to Loksewa exams. This note summarizes an interview with Suresh Adhikari, Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration spokesperson, on the appeal of government service, Loksewa exams, and needed reforms.

1. Attraction to Loksewa and Government Service

• PSC’s Credibility: A trusted constitutional body with transparent, merit-based recruitment, appealing to middle-class candidates.
• Job Security: Stable employment until age 58, pension benefits (including for families), and career development opportunities.
• Competition Scale: ~30,000 candidates for Section Officer posts annually; 5,000–6,000 pass prelims; ~500 seats filled. Lower posts have higher competition.

2. Loksewa Examination Process

Scoring

Subjective papers: Max 70 marks, higher with justification for exceptional answers.

Evaluation Criteria

• Knowledge: Understanding of concepts (e.g., governance) and their application in Nepal.
• Writing Technique: Proportional answers (e.g., 6+4 marks), concise paragraphs, and time management.
• Analytical Skills: Problem-solving for issues like organized crime control.
• Open vs. Closed Questions: Tailor responses to question type (detailed for open, precise for closed).

GK Preparation

Read 1–2 newspapers daily, note key events (political, economic, sports), and use online resources for concise revision notes.

3. Areas for Improvement

• Federal Civil Service Act (Draft):
  • Debates over removing open competition for higher posts; inclusivity vs. competency balance needed.
  • Clarifying career paths for provincial/local employees with reserved central posts.
  • Retirement age: 58 preferred over 60 to favor youth.
  • Contribution-based pensions to reduce state burden.
• Internal Competition: Cap at 20% for promotions, emphasizing performance-based systems.
• Selection Process: Service choice allowed; merit-based assignments. Syllabus needs practical skills (e.g., report writing).
• Examiner Competency: Select evaluators based on expertise, not position.
• Marking System: Allow higher marks for exceptional answers.
• Global Comparison: Align syllabus with job-relevant skills; adopt assessment center methodologies.

4. Challenges and Perceptions

• Limited Opportunities: Civil service’s small size leads to frustration; perceived as “luck-based” (10% luck, 90% effort).
• Versatile Preparation: PSC syllabus aids success in other exams (e.g., banks, Nepal Telecom).
• Book Selection: Choose reputed authors’ books, verify data sources.

5. Tips for Quick Success

• Study PSC syllabus comprehensively, covering all topics.
• Practice concise, timed writing; avoid repetition.
• Understand concepts and relate to Nepal’s context.
• Prepare for practical skills like report writing.
• Adopt a flexible mindset for working across Nepal’s regions.

6. Exam-Focused Notes

• Key Figures: 30,000 Section Officer candidates; 500 seats annually.
• Syllabus Focus: GK, analytical writing, practical skills.
• Federalism Impact: 123,000 civil servants; 20,000–25,000 new posts in 3 years.
• Source: Annapurnapost interview with Suresh Adhikari.

7. Preparation Tips

• Study PSC syllabus and annual calendar.
• Read newspapers, note key events for GK.
• Choose reliable books, verify data accuracy.
• Practice past papers for question patterns.
• Follow www.gitab.com.np and LoksewaDiary for updates.

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