NPSC Selection Process 2024, Stage-wise Recruitment Details

NPSC Selection Process 2024

The NPSC Selection Process 2024 involves multiple stages to recruit qualified candidates for the Administrative Officer role. The Nagaland PSC recruitment process involves three stages: Prelims, Mains and Interview. It begins with a Preliminary Written Exam, serving as the screening stage for basic knowledge. Successful candidates proceed to the Main Written Exam, where specialized and general skills are thoroughly assessed. A personal interview follows, evaluating communication and problem-solving abilities. Document Verification ensures the validity of educational and work credentials, while a Medical Examination concludes the process, verifying candidates’ compliance with health standards essential for the role. Together, these stages form a comprehensive process to select suitable candidates for the NPSC Nagaland Administrative Officer position.

NPSC Selection Process 2024 Summary

Get a short detail of the NPSC exam and exam conducting authority here:

Particulars	Details
Exam Conducting Organization	Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC)
Exam Name	Nagaland PSC 2024
Exam Level	National
Frequency	Annually
Mode of Application	Online/Offline
Exam Mode	Offline
Selection Process	Preliminary exam Mains exam Personality Test/Interview
Exam Duration	Prelims- 3 Hours Mains- 2 Hours (Each)
Official Website	npsc.nagaland.gov.in

NPSC Selection Process

Nagaland Public Service Commission conducts Civil Service exam to recruit candidates for various administrative posts. There is a process of selection of candidates. The process includes three stages. Candidates have to clear all the stages. If they fail to meet the cut off criteria in any stage, they will be disqualified from the recruitment process.

The NPSC Selection process stages are:

1. Preliminary Test
2. Mains Test
3. Interview/Personality Test

NPSC Selection Process – Stage 1

The initial phase of the Nagaland Civil Service exam recruitment process is the Preliminary exam. It comprises a single objective-type paper (MCQ with OMR Answer Sheet) with a maximum of 200 marks, to be completed within three hours. The primary purpose of this examination is to screen candidates, and the results will not influence their final ranking. There will be a negative marking of 0.33 in the preliminary examination.

Following is the NPSC 2024 Prelims exam pattern:

Question Type	Number of Questions	Maximum marks	Time Duration
Objective	200	200	180 minutes

NPSC Selection Process – Stage 2

The second stage is the NPSC Mains exam. Candidates who qualify the first stage, they will be allowed for the mains exam. In the Nagaland PSC Mains exam, the aspirants have to answer both the descriptive and objective type questions.

There are three papers in the NPSC Mains exam:

• General English
• General Studies 1
• General Studies 2

Each of the three papers of the NPSC Mains exam carries 200 marks. General Studies 1 will be objective-type, whereas General English and General Studies 2 will be descriptive-type. Only the objective type paper, i.e. the second paper, is subject to negative marking. One-third of a mark will be deducted for each wrong response. The candidate who clear this stage will be called up for the Viva-Voce which will be the last stage of the selection process.

Following is the NPSC 2024 Mains exam pattern:

Paper	Subject	Max. Marks	Time Duration
Paper I	General Essay, Comprehension, and Grammar	200	3 hours
Paper II 	General Studies Paper-I	200	3 hours
Paper III 	General Studies Paper-II	200	3 hours

NPSC Selection Process – Stage 3

The final stage of the Nagaland PSC selection process is the Interview or viva voce. Candidates who clear the NPSC Mains test will receive invitations for a Personality Test or Interview. In this phase, candidates are evaluated based on their interpersonal skills, personality, determination, and suitability for the job. The Commission decides the number of candidates to be called for the interview/viva-voce at its discretion or as per the provisions laid down in the Recruitment Rules.

Candidates can get the Prelims and Mains syllabus and exam pattern and can get the syllabus PDF here: NPSC Syllabus

Nagaland PSC 2024 Preparation Tips

As the Combined Competitive Exam conducted by Nagaland PSC is conducted for various posts. Every year lakhs of aspirants apply for this exam but very few stand till the end. So, it will be recommended for aspirants to make a working and an efficient strategy to crack the exam. Following are some tips for candidates to prepare well for the exam:

1. Start by thoroughly going through the syllabus for both the Prelims and Mains exams. Create a study plan based on the covered subjects, and allocate dedicated time for each.
2. Stay informed about recent events and developments, both nationally and internationally, by regularly reading newspapers and current affairs magazines. This will enhance your general awareness.
3. As the English section is crucial, focus on improving writing, grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Practice writing and reading regularly to strengthen these skills.
4. Use standard books and study materials for subjects like general studies, geography, and history. Take notes and revise them consistently for better retention.
5. Practice previous year’s questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format and question types. This will help identify areas that require more attention and focus.
6. Efficiently manage your study time by establishing realistic deadlines and goals. Prioritize your issues based on their importance and level of difficulty.
7. Improve your speed, accuracy, and time management skills by regularly taking mock tests. Additionally, engage in frequent revisions to ensure better retention of the learned material.

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