What is Loksewa Aayog?
The Public Service Commission (PSC), locally known as Loksewa Aayog (लोकसेवा आयोग), is the constitutional body of Nepal responsible for recruiting civil servants. Established under Article 243 of the Constitution of Nepal 2072, it ensures merit-based selection for government positions across all ministries, departments, and constitutional bodies.
Every year, thousands of Nepali graduates compete for a limited number of government posts. The selection process is entirely exam-based, making thorough preparation essential.
Types of Posts & Services
Loksewa conducts exams for positions across multiple services:
- Nepal Administrative Service — General Administration, Judicial, Foreign Affairs
- Nepal Engineering Service — Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer
- Nepal Health Service — Doctors, Nurses, Health Assistants
- Nepal Education Service — School Inspectors, Education Officers
- Nepal Agriculture Service — Agriculture Development Officers
Exam Structure: Three Papers
The PSC exam for gazetted and non-gazetted posts is divided into three papers:
Paper 1 — General Studies (Objective)
This is a multiple choice (MCQ) paper testing broad knowledge:
- Nepali Language & Grammar
- English Language (reading, vocabulary, grammar)
- Mathematics & Reasoning
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Science & Environment
- Nepal-specific topics (Constitution, History, Geography, Economics)
Each correct answer carries 1 mark. Wrong answers attract a negative mark of 0.2, so avoid random guessing.
Paper 2 — Subject-Specific / Technical (Subjective)
This paper tests in-depth knowledge of the field you are applying for. For a Computer Officer candidate, this means networking, databases, programming, and system administration. Answers must be structured and clear.
Paper 3 — Practical / Interview
Shortlisted candidates are called for a viva voce (oral interview) by a PSC panel. For technical posts, a practical skills test may also be included. The panel assesses personality, communication, situational judgment, and domain knowledge.
Marking Scheme at a Glance
- Paper 1 (Objective): 100 marks — negative marking applies
- Paper 2 (Subjective): 100 marks — no negative marking
- Interview / Viva: 30 marks
- Total: 230 marks
Preparation Strategy
- Start with the official syllabus — download it from psc.gov.np and treat it as your roadmap.
- Current affairs daily — read Gorkhapatra or Kantipur; focus on budgets, new laws, and policies.
- Solve past papers — the last 10 years reveal recurring patterns. EduNotes hosts paper-wise collections for each service.
- Essay & letter writing — Paper 2 often requires formal Nepali writing. Practice 2–3 essays per week.
- Mock tests — join a prep group or take timed full-length mocks to build exam stamina.
Recommended Timeline
- Months 1–2: Cover full syllabus topic by topic
- Months 3–4: Past paper practice + revision of weak areas
- Month 5: Full mock tests + current affairs revision
- Final week: Light revision only — no new material
Loksewa is not about who is the smartest — it is about who is the most consistent and best prepared. Start early, stay disciplined, and use quality resources.
Resources on EduNotes
EduNotes provides a dedicated PSC / Loksewa section with paper-wise past questions, model sets with answer keys, syllabus PDFs for every service and level, and an AI Tutor for instant answers to preparation questions.