Lok Sewa Aayog (PSC) Vacancy for 7th and 8th Level Officers 2081

Notice Regarding Advertisement for Various Positions by Lok Sewa Aayog (PSC)

Lok Sewa Aayog (PSC) invites applications to recruit gazetted third-class (technical) officers in the Civil Service and Federal Parliament Service, eighth/seventh-level positions in the Health Service, and third-class officers in the National Human Rights Service. The recruitment will include promotions, internal competition, and open and inclusive categories.

Applications are sought through competitive examinations for the following services, groups, sub-groups, and categories/levels. Eligible candidates meeting the minimum qualifications can submit their applications via the commission’s online application system at psconline1.psc.gov.np.

Key Highlights:

1. Positions Available:

   • Civil Service

   • Health Service

   • Federal Parliament Service

   • National Human Rights Service

2. Recruitment Categories:

   • Promotions

   • Internal Competition

   • Open Competition

   • Inclusive Categories

3. Application Process:

   • Submit applications online at psconline1.psc.gov.np.

   • Ensure all eligibility criteria are met as per the advertised requirements.

Special Notice Regarding Advertisement

As per the directive of the Honorable Supreme Court (Writ No. 078-WO-0660), the advertisement notice is being issued in accordance with the Civil Service Act, 2049, to include position allocations for inclusive groups as specified in the upcoming Federal Civil Service Act.

Exam Details:

• Exam Type: Written, group tests, and interviews as per the syllabus.

• Exam Centers:

  • Kathmandu: For Education Administration (Nepal Education Service) and Civil Engineering (Nepal Engineering Service) positions.

  • Other Locations: Written exams will also be conducted at the commission offices in Dhankuta, Janakpur, Pokhara, Butwal, Surkhet, and Dipayal.

Application Fee:

1. Standard Fee: NPR 1,200 per advertisement.

2. Additional Fee: For inclusive group applications under the same service/group/sub-group, an extra NPR 400 per group/type must be paid.

Important Dates:

1. Last Date to Apply: 2081/8/18

2. Extended Deadline with Double Fee: 2081/8/25

Age Criteria:

1. Civil Service Posts: Applicants must be at least 21 years old and not older than 35 by 2081/8/18.

   • Female and Differently-Abled Applicants: The age limit extends to 40 years.

2. Health Service Posts: Applicants must be at least 21 years old and not older than 45 by 2081/8/18.

3. Permanent Government Employees: No age limit applies.

Fee Submission Method:

• Fees can be paid electronically through the online application system or by printing the bank voucher with the Master ID and transaction reference number and depositing cash at the specified bank.

Document Submission Deadline:

• Documents must be submitted by 2081/8/26 within office hours.

Required Documents (PDF Format):

1. Academic qualifications.

2. Training certificates.

3. Work experience proofs.

4. Professional license.

5. Documents verifying eligibility under inclusive groups.

6. Other documents as specified in the advertisement.

Note: Applicants are fully responsible for the accuracy of the submitted information.

Interview and Exam Schedule:

• Dates for pre-interview exams and interviews will be announced with the written exam results.

Job Responsibilities:

• Specific duties will depend on the service, group, and sub-group.

Salary:

As per prevailing laws.

Administering Ministry:

Relevant administrative bodies are assigned for the service, group, and sub-group operations.

Minimum Eligibility Criteria

(A) Health Service:

Applicants must meet the educational qualifications and service period requirements as per the Nepal Health Service Act, 2053, and Regulations, 2055. Candidates must also maintain valid registration in the respective professional council by the application deadline.

1. Pharmacy Officer (7th Level): Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.

(B) Open Category - Civil Service:

1. Economic Planning and Statistics (Statistics): Master’s degree or equivalent in Statistics, Mathematics, Demography, or Applied Statistics, or any subject with Statistics as a major component.

2. Civil Engineering (General): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering.

3. Civil Engineering (Highway): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil, Highway, Transportation, or Structural Engineering.

4. Civil Engineering (Sanitary): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil, Sanitary, or Public Health Engineering.

5. Civil Engineering (Building & Architecture): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Architecture, Civil, Building, Structural, Town Planning, Quantity Survey, or Urban Planning.

6. Civil Engineering (Irrigation): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering.

7. Civil Engineering (Hydropower): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil or Environmental Engineering or Hydropower Engineering.

8. Electrical Engineering (General): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering, including subjects such as Electric Machines, Power Systems, Control Systems, etc.

9. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering: Bachelor’s degree in any field and Aeronautical Radio Maintenance training or diploma from ICAO-recognized standards.

10. Mechanical Engineering (General): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Automobile, or Industrial Engineering.

11. Aeronautical Engineering: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Aeronautical Engineering.

12. Chemical Engineering: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, or Master’s in Petroleum Technology and Management.

13. Meteorology: Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or equivalent, or Science graduate with at least one year of training meeting WMO standards.

14. Geology: Master’s degree or equivalent in Geology, Applied Geology, Hydrogeology, Geochemistry, or Geological Engineering.

15. Engineering Geology: Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering Geology, Geology, Geophysics, Hydrogeology, Applied Geology, or Geological Engineering with three months of training in Engineering Geology.

16. Survey Engineering: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Survey or Geomatics Engineering.

• For employees in the Survey Group before 2068/7/21, entry-level qualifications at the time of service entry will be considered as the minimum qualification.

17. Chemistry Engineering: Master’s degree or equivalent in Chemistry from a recognized institution.

18. Agriculture Extension: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Agricultural Science (B.Sc. Agri.).

19. Horticulture: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Agricultural Science (B.Sc. Agri.).

20. Crop Development: Bachelor’s or equivalent in Agricultural Science (B.Sc. Agri.).

21. Crop Protection: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Agricultural Science (B.Sc. Agri.).

22. Agricultural Economics & Marketing: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Agricultural Economics or Agribusiness (B.Sc. Agri.) as the major subject.

23. Soil Science: Bachelor’s or equivalent in Agricultural Science (B.Sc. Agri.).

24. Livestock Production & Dairy Development:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Animal Science (B.Sc. Agri.).

• B.Tech. in Dairy Technology, B.V.Sc. & A.H., or DVM.

25. Veterinary Science: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc. & A.H. or DVM), registered with the Nepal Veterinary Council.

26. Agricultural Engineering: Bachelor’s or equivalent in Agricultural Engineering (B.Sc. Agri. Engg.).

27. Food Technology & Nutrition:

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum 4 years) or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology, or Food Engineering.

• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree in General Science with a Master’s in Food Science, Food Biotechnology, or Human Nutrition.

28. Botany (Forestry): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Botany.

29. National Parks and Wildlife: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Forestry, Wildlife Management, or Natural Resource Management.

30. Environmental Science: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or Environmental Engineering (minimum 4 years).

31. Computer Officer:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields.

• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science with a 9-month diploma in Systems Analysis, Design, or Software Development.

32. Computer Engineering: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or Electronics and Communication Engineering.

33. Women Development Officer: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

34. Sociology: Master’s degree or equivalent in Sociology or Anthropology.

35. Economics: Master’s degree or equivalent in Economics.

36. Education Administration: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Education.

37. Library Science:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Library Science.

• Alternatively, a 6-month training in Library Science.

38. Archaeology:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Archaeology.

• Alternatively, a Master’s degree in History or Culture.

• Bachelor’s degree holders must have completed a diploma in Archaeology or Anthropology.

39. Testing & Evaluation (Psychology): Master’s degree or equivalent in Psychology.

Federal Parliament Service: Electrical Engineer

• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields such as Power Systems Engineering, Power Electronics, or Control Systems.

Health Services

• Medical Officer (8th Level): MBBS or equivalent, registered with a relevant council.

• Pharmacy Officer (7th Level): Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.

• Nutrition Officer/Entomologist (7th Level): Master’s in Public Health.

Special Instructions Regarding Documents and Experience for Candidates

Candidates must submit the following documents when applying. After being shortlisted for the interview, candidates must bring the original documents and self-certified copies. Failure to provide the required documents at any stage can lead to the cancellation of the application.

Submission of Academic Certificates

If candidates do not have the original academic certificates by the application deadline, they can submit the following:

• A letter from the respective institution stating the candidate has passed the required examinations (including all academic years, semesters, thesis, and practicals) and mark sheets of all years/semesters.

• The original certificates must be uploaded as soon as they are issued.

Applications for Inclusive and Combined Exams

For advertisements covering inclusive and combined exams, candidates must apply for all relevant services/groups/sub-groups and inclusive categories in a single application.

Additional Documents for Inclusive Categories

1. Indigenous/Janajati:

   • A document certifying the applicant belongs to a listed group as per the Nepal Indigenous and Janajati Upliftment National Foundation Act.

   • If multiple surnames exist within the listed group, certification from the chief of the local level and authentication from the Chief District Officer (CDO) is required.

2. Madhesi:

   • Certification from a government-recognized institution or, until specified, a document from the CDO with a recommendation from the local level.

3. Dalit:

   • A document certifying the applicant belongs to a listed group as per the National Dalit Commission.

   • If multiple surnames exist, certification from the local authority and authentication from the CDO is required.

4. Persons with Disabilities:

   • Disability ID issued by the Social Welfare Council or a certificate from the local authority classifying the disability as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2074.

5. Backward Regions:

   • Citizenship specifies permanent residence in the listed districts under the Civil Service Act, 2049, the Federal Parliament Secretariat Act, 2064, or the Health Service Act, 2053.

   • A recommendation from the local authority confirming permanent residence for at least three months before the application date.

Special Considerations for Backward Regions

If the citizenship is from another district, the applicant must provide a letter from the issuing District Administration Office explaining why. A marriage registration certificate or migration documents must be provided for relocation due to marriage or migration.

Experience Requirements

• Candidates requiring prior experience must fulfill the minimum service duration by the final application date.

• The extended deadline (with double fees) will not count toward fulfilling age, education, or experience requirements.

Additional Notes

1. Applications that do not meet minimum qualifications, fail to provide specified details or do not pay required fees will be rejected.

2. Candidates needing assistance for written exams under the Public Service Commission Regulation, 2079, Rule 68, must contact the concerned office at least 10 days before the exams.

3. Candidates passing the written exam must submit originals and copies of educational certificates, citizenship, experience letters (if required), and documents for inclusive categories.

4. Academic qualifications obtained from foreign institutions must have equivalency determined by the relevant authority.

5. Candidates must use black ink during the exams; otherwise, answer sheets will be disqualified.

6. The syllabus can be downloaded from the commission's website at www.psc.gov.np.

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