Exam Pattern & Syllabus for Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant Examination 2014

Friends...As the notification of PA/SA Exam 2014 is out, we are receiving queries regarding the pattern and Syllabus of Postal/Sorting Assistant Exam 2014. As far as we know there will be no change in the exam pattern and the scheme/pattern followed for last recruitment will be followed this time also. Even though Recruitment rules have been recently amended, that was regarding the educational qualification only and there has been no mention about change in scheme of exam. The Exam pattern for PA/SA Exam is as follows:  

The Applicants shall be subjected to an Aptitude Test with a total 100 marks covering the following subjects/topics.

Aptitude Test (PaperI) will be comprising following four parts (A/B/C/D).  The total duration of the Aptitude Test will be 2 hrs (120 Minutes).There is no negative marking.

Part 'A'

25 Questions on General Knowledge - Questions on current events, sports, history, geography, basic economics, general polity, Indian Constitution, science environment etc. - 25 Marks

Part 'B'

25 Questions on Mathematics of matriculation standard which may cover number system, simplification, decimals, corrections, simple and compound interest, per  centage, average, profit  &  loss, discount, time & work and time & distance etc. - 25 Marks

Part "C"

25 Questions on English covering grammar (prepositions, adverbs, conjunction, direct/ indirect speech, singular &  plural, tenses, antonyms/synonyms etc - 25 Marks

Part “D"

25 Questions on Reasoning and analytical Ability - 25 Mark

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IBPS Specialist officer Exam 2014 – Syllabus and Pattern

Friends...Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is conducting Common Written Examination for Specialist Officers Phase III (CWE SPL-III) for selecting the candidates for the following posts in participating banks during February 2014. Here is the complete Syllabus and Pattern of the examination:

I.T. Officer (Scale-I and Scale II)

Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I)

Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I)

Law Officer (Scale I and Scale II)

HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I)

Marketing Officer (Scale I)

Chartered Accountant (Scale II)

Manager Credit (Scale II)/ Finance Executive (Scale II)

Pattern of Question papers for IBPS Specialist Officers Phase III examination

Total number of questions – 200

Total marks – 200

Time for completing the examination – 2 hours

Main subjects and distribution of marks for IBPS SO examination

For Law Officer (scale 1 and Scale 2) and Rajbhasha Adhikari (scale 1)

Reasoning – 50 Questions 50 Marks

English Language – 50 Questions 25 Marks

General Awareness or Knowledge (special focus on Banking Industry)- – 50 Questions 50 Marks

Professional Knowledge– 50 Questions 75 Marks

For IT Officer (Scale 1 & 2), Agricultural Field officer (scale 1), HR/Personnel Officer (scale 1), Marketing officer (Scale 1), Technical Officer (scale 1), Chartered Accountant (scale 2) and Finance Executive (scale 2)

Reasoning – 50 Questions 50 Marks

English Language – 50 Questions 25 Marks

Quantitative Aptitude – 50 Questions 50 Marks

Professional Knowledge – 50 Questions 75 Marks

Negative Marking Scheme for IBPS SO Examination

For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate one fourth or 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a negative mark. If a question is left blank, there will be no penalty for that question.

IBPS SO Exam Syllabus

IBPS SO Syllabus for English Language:

Reading comprehension, fill in the blanks, sentence corrections, Para jumbles, Vocabulary, Grammar Corrections, Identification of Errors,  sentence corrections,  Vocabulary, Grammar Corrections, Identification Of Errors, Synonyms/ Antonyms, Choosing the appropriate word and Spelling Check questions

Reasoning Syllabus for IBPS SO exam:

Questions are asked from both Verbal and Non Verbal reasoning. In verbal reasoning – Completing number and alphabetical series, Coding and decoding, relations and ranking, Simple arithmetical reasoning, Analogies / decision making, Classification, odd one out, time sequence test, analytical reasoning, directions/distance sense test, input /output /seating arrangements etc.

In non verbal reasoning – series completion, finding missing figures, Mirror Images etc.

QA Syllabus for IBPS Specialist officer exam:

Number system,  decimal fractions,  Ratio and proportions, Percentage, Time and distance, Time and work, Speed and Distance, Profit and loss, Average, Simple and compound interest, Data Interpretation and sufficiency includes Data Tables, Charts and Graphs, and Probability

Professional Knowledge syllabus for Specialist Officer examination

IBPS Specialist officer examination is having 50 questions from the professional knowledge of the candidate based on the post they are applied for. Expect questions in graduation level, a good reference of text books in your degree class with some current affairs on the subject will make things easy (Refer and Study Daily Current Affairs and Quiz published in our blog). The following areas are considered important based on the previous year examinations.

IBPS IT officer syllabus for professional knowledge:

C Prgramming Basics, MS Office, Windows OS and Programming, DBMS, Data Communication & Networking , Network Security, Web Technologies, Basic Programming concepts,  Basics of hardware (Microprocessor, timer, ALU etc. ), Software Engineering

IBPS Law officer syllabus for professional Knowledge:

Law and Acts with direct and Indirect Implication on the banking sector like Contract Acts, Partnerships, Companies, Firm, RBI Constitution, RBI Acts, Important laws and rulings related to negotiable instruments, securities, Foreign Exchange, Prevention of money laundering, Limitation Act, Bankers Book Evidence Act, DRT Act, Offences and Penalties, SARFAESI, Consumer Protection Act, Banking Ombudsman Scheme, RTI Act, Information Technology Act. The above sections need detailed   study.

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Final selection procedure of Postal/Sorting Assistant Exam 2013

Know about final selection procedure of Postal/Sorting Assistant Exam 2013

Dear Friends….we are receiving many queries regarding the final selection procedure of Postal/Sorting Assistant Exam 2013. In this post we have tried to clear many of those…

Background: Aptitude Exam (Paper-1) for PA/SA vacancies 2011 & 2012 was held during April-May 2013 across India under various phases. Results of Aptitude test were declared during first week of August and for those who have qualified for Paper-II, Computer Typing/Data Entry Tests were conducted during August- September 2013. Now the whole exam process got over and every candidate is eagerly waiting for the final results so as to secure a job in Department of Posts, Government of India.  

About exam: As all are aware M/s CMC Ltd has conducted the examination and they will make available the final results to the respective Circles for later procedures. The final results is expected any time from now, though the Postal Department has so far not declared any exact date for declaration of results.

Final Procedure: Candidates numbering five times the vacancies were called for appearing Computer/Typing Test. Now the final merit list shall be prepared on the basis of the marks obtained by the candidates in the Aptitude Test subject to the condition that they have qualified the computer test. Visit—http://www.currentaffairs4examz.com. Which means, only one in 05 candidate appeared in Paper-II will only be getting placed in the final rank list. That too, the person who have obtained the highest mark in Paper-1. (Eg: In X Circle a total of 1000 candidates appeared for Paper-2, there were 234 vacancies in the Circle. So in final list only 234 candidates will be getting placed).

Allocation of the successful candidates: A common merit list for the whole circle shall be prepared. Candidates will be allocated the Division as per their preference marked by them while filling the application form based on their position in the merit list and availability of vacancy. Such candidates who are not able to get allocation in any of the Divisions of their preference because the candidates above them in the merit list  had to be allocated the Division(s) preferred by them, such candidates might be allocated the Division where vacancies exists. (This is only for those candidates who have given an undertaking in the application form that in the vent of their not getting the post in the Division of their preference they are willing to accept the appointment in any Division). For candidates who have not indicated their preference it will be presumed that they will have equal preference for all the Divisions and may be allocated the Division where the vacancies exists.

Waiting List: A waiting list shall be prepared to the extent of vacancies announced in the relevant category. Candidates in the waiting list will only be considered if another selected candidate do not respond or refuse to accept the offer of appointment. Names of candidates in the waiting list shall not be announced. This list will be kept operative for a period of six months extendable by another six months or till the next examination is held, whichever is earlier.

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Syllabus for IBPS CWE Clerk Exam 2013

Syllabus for IBPS CWE Clerk Exam 2013

Institute of Banking and Personnel Selection will conduct IBPS CWE Clerk Exam 2013. The examination will be conducted on 30 November 2013, 01 December 2013, 07 December 2013, 08 December 2013, 14 December 2013, and 15 December 2013. The last date for online registration is 7 September 2013. The examination will be conducted for recruitment to the posts of Clerical Cadre. Click here to view details & notification. Except Test of English Language will be available bilingually, i.e. English and Hindi.

Syllabus for IBPS CWE Clerk Exam 2013 is as follows:

SL No	Name of Test	Max. Marks	Total Time
1	Reasoning	40	2 Hours
2	English Language	40
3	Numerical Ability	40
4	General Awareness (with special reference to Banking Industry)	40
5	Computer Knowledge	40
	Total	200

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Modifications in Civil Services Examination, 2013

Modifications in Civil Services Examination, 2013

The Government has approved the following modifications in the Civil Services Examination, 2013 notified on 5.3.2013:

1. A candidate is allowed to use any one regional language from the 8th Schedule of the Constitution of India or English as the medium of writing the examination.

2. Conditionality of a minimum of 25 candidates in that medium and the requirement to have that language as the medium of examination at graduation level has been dropped.

3. Furthermore, a candidate is allowed to take up literature as his/her optional subject (to be chosen from a list of 23 literature subjects – 22 of the 8th Schedule languages and English) without the conditionality of having to do his/her graduation in that language’s literature.

4. The English component (of 100 marks) from the Essay Paper has been dropped and 2 qualifying papers of 300 marks each in any Modern Indian Language(MIL) and in English have been restored. The Essay Paper is now of 250 marks to be written in the medium/language of candidate’s choice.

Now, the Civil Services Main Examination 2013 will be as under:

a. The candidates may write the examination in any one medium/language chosen from the languages listed in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution of India or English;

b. Paper I and II will be of qualifying nature only– one in any MIL and another in English – of 300 marks each;

c. Paper III will be the compulsory Essay Paper, with no English Comprehension test, to be written in the medium of candidate’s choice. The English component shall be dropped. Now this paper shall be of 250 marks.

d. There will be 4 compulsory papers of General Studies of 250 marks each, namely, Paper-IV (Indian Heritage & Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society), Paper-V (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations), Paper-VI (Technology, Economic Development, Bio Diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management) and Paper-VII (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude).

e. Paper VIII and IX: Candidates will have to take one optional subject with 2 papers of 250 marks each. This optional subject can be selected from a list of 25 core subjects and 23 literatures (literature of 22 languages in 8th Schedule of The Constitution of India and English).

f. The personality test/interview will be of 275 marks.

Source : PIB Release, 03 April, 2013

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UPSC withdraws mandatory English norm in civil services exams

UPSC withdraws mandatory English norm in civil services exams

UPSC, which conducts the prestigious examination to select IAS, IPS and IFS officers among other, issued a corrigendum on Tuesday restoring the earlier practice of two qualifying papers in any Indian language and English, the marks obtained on which will not be counted for ranking.

"The papers on Indian languages and English will be of matriculation or equivalent standard and will be of qualifying nature only. The marks obtained in these papers will not be counted for ranking," it said.

The aim of papers on Indian language and English is to test the candidates' ability to read and understand serious discursive prose, and to express their ideas clearly and correctly, the corrigendum said.

There will also be separate papers on "ethics, integrity and aptitude" and "essay" of 250 marks each for the candidates taking the mains examination.

The paper on ethics, integrity and aptitude will include questions to test candidates' attitude and approach to issues relating to integrity, probity in public life and his problem- solving approach to various issues and conflicts faced by him in dealing with society.

The aspirants will be required to write an essay on a specific topic and in their own choice of language.

Under the earlier controversial norm put forth by the Commission, a language would be allowed as the medium of examination only if a minimum of 25 candidates wanted it.

"It may also be noted that there is no change in the pattern of Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, which will be held on May 26, 2013," UPSC said.

UPSC had on 5th March issued a circular giving more weightage to English language.

The move had led to an uproar inside and outside Parliament forcing the government to keep it in abeyance on 15th March.

Minister of State for Personnel V Narayanasamy had told Lok Sabha that 'status quo ante' will be maintained on the suggested changes.

Now, a candidate would be allowed to take up literature as an optional subject "without the conditionality of having to do his/her graduation in that language's literature."

From Civil Services (Mains) exams, 2013, there will be two qualifying papers of 300 marks each and five compulsory general studies papers (including one on ethics, integrity and aptitude) of 250 marks each, in addition to one optional paper of 250 marks.

There will also be a interview, for those who qualify the written exam, of 275 marks, taking the total of mains examination marks to 2025.  

The last date for filling online application for Civil Services preliminary examination is 4th April.

The Mains Examination will be called sometime in August/September, this year.

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SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination 2013

SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination 2013

Staff Selection Commission will conduct the Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2013 for the recruitment to the different posts. The Graduation from a recognized University is the minimum Educational Qualification for the examination. The eligible candidate can apply for the posts before 15 February 2013.

Click Here to Download Detailed Exam Notification

Important Dates

Opening Date for Online Registration: 19 January 2013

Closing Date for Online Registration: 15 February 2013

Date of Examination: 14 April 2013 and 21 April 2013

How to Apply for SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination 2013

The candidates can apply for the post through offline and online mode.

Offline Mode of Application

The candidates are required to fill the application form {Click Here to Download} along with complete detailed information filled and photograph pasted. The completely filled application form will be sent to the commission before 15 February 2013.

Online Mode of Application

• On-line application facility will be available from 19.01.2013 to 13.02.2013 (5:00PM) for Part – I Registration and upto 15.02.2013 (5:00 PM) for Part - II Registration.

• The online submission of application form is available on http://ssconline.nic.in. and http://ssconline2.gov.in

• The online application form will be filled in two parts : Part I Registration and Part II Registration

•  In Part I registration: the candidate have to fill basic information.

• On submission of details, candidate will be prompted to check the details and make any correction in the application. Candidate may press ?I agree? button after declaration once he/she finds that information supplied by him/her is in order and no correction is required. Thereafter no correction/modification etc. will be allowed.

• The page with registration number will be generated. The candidate should note down the registration number or take out the print out of the page.

• The registration is incomplete without part II registration.

• In Part II Registration, the filling of payment details, uploading of photograph and scanned signature. Candidates may note that the Registration number given by the Commission and Transaction ID of the Bank should be properly entered in the relevant space, failing which it will not be possible to link the payment with Part I registration.

• On-line application would be incomplete only if scanned signature and photo are uploaded as per instructions. Incomplete online application will be rejected summarily.

• Candidates are required to pay the application fee through online SBI net banking, or cash through SBI bank challan.

• To pay fee in cash, candidate should take print out of challan generated online after completion of part I registration. Deposit the requisite fee in pay branch of State Bank of India and then continue with the Part II registration.

• The candidates, who want to pay online through SBI net banking, can go directly to part II registration after completion of part I. Candidate will have to supply registration number and date of birth to continue to Part II registration.

• Those candidates who are exempted from payment of fee can skip steps 6 to 8.

• Photograph: upload a recently taken scanned photograph in 8 – bit JPG format. The digital size of the file must be less than 12 kb and greater than 4 kb and of resolution 100 pixel widths by 120 pixels height.

• Scanned signature: upload your scanned signature in JPG format. The digital size of the file must be less than 12 kb and greater than 1 kb and of resolution 140 pixel width by 60 pixels height.

• Emails will be received by the candidates on completion of Part-II Registration. Copy of email may be retained to produce before the Regional Office in the event of any discrepancy.

Candidates are advised to go through the instructions carefully before filling up the application form.

Scheme of Examination

The Examination will be conducted in three tiers as indicated below:

Tier -I -- Written Examination (Objective Multiple Choice Type)

Tier -II -- Written Examination (Objective Multiple Choice Type)

Tier -III -- Personality Test cum Interview/Computer Proficiency Test/ Skill Test (wherever applicable)/ Document Verification & Descriptive/on-line test of qualifying nature.

Details of Posts

Assistant Central Secretariat Service

Assistant Central Vigilance Commission

Assistant Intelligence Bureau Group

Assistant Ministry of Railway Group

Assistant Ministry of External Affairs Group

Assistant Ministry of External Affairs Group

Assistant AFHQ Group

Assistant Other Ministries/ Departments/Organisations

Assistant Other Ministries/ Departments/Organisations

Inspector of Income Tax CBDT

Inspector, (Central Excise) CBEC

Inspector (Preventive Officer)

Inspector (Examiner)

Assistant Enforcement Officer: Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue

Sub Inspectors Central Bureau of Investigation

Inspector of Posts Department of Post

Divisional Accountant Offices under CAG

Statistical Investigator Gr.II M/Statistics & Prog Implementation

Inspector Central Bureau of Narcotics Group “B”

Auditor Offices under C&AG

Auditor Offices under CGDA

Auditor Offices under CGA & others

Accountant/ Junior Accountant Offices under C&AG

Accountant/ Junior Accountant Offices under CGA & others

Upper Division Clerk Central Govt. Offices/Ministries other than CSCS cadres

Tax Assistant CBDT

Tax Assistant CBEC

Compiler Registrar General of India

Sub-Inspector Central Bureau of Narcotics

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POSTAL ASSISTANT EXAM PATTERN 2012

Exam Pattern for Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant Examination 2012

The Applicants shall be subjected to an Aptitude Test with a total 100 marks covering the following subjects/topics.

Aptitude Test (PaperI) will be comprising following four parts (A/B/C/D).  The total duration of the Aptitude Test will be 2 hrs (120 Minutes).There is no negative marking.

Part 'A' 
25 Questions on General Knowledge - Questions on current events, sports, history, geography, basic economics, general polity, Indian Constitution, 
science environment etc. - 25 Marks

Part 'B' 
25  Questions on Mathematics of matriculation standard which may cover number system, simplification, decimals, corrections, simple and compound interest, per  centage, average, profit  &  loss, discount, time & work and time & distance etc. - 25 Marks

Part "C" 
25  Questions on English covering grammar (prepositions, adverbs, conjunction, direct/ indirect speech, singular  &  plural, tenses, antonyms/synonyms etc - 25 Marks

Part “D" 

25 Questions on Reasoning and analytical Ability - 25 Mark

Computer/ Typing Test (Paper-II):

N.B: Applicants numbering five times the No. of vacancies in each category shall be declared qualified for appearing Computer/Typing Test based on the marks secured by them in Aptitude Test (Paper I). The minimum qualifying marks to be obtained in each part of Aptitude Test is:

OC  40%  i.e., 10 marks in each part & 40 %  in aggregate

SC/ST  33%  i.e., 8 marks in each part & 33 %  in aggregate

OBC 38%  i.e., 9 marks in each part & 38 %   in aggregate

The Typing Test shall be for a duration of 30 minutes (15 minutes each for Typewriting and data entry) consisting of one passage of 450 words in English or 375 words in Hindi to be typed with a minimum speed of 30/25 words per minute respectively & Data entry of some figures and letters each carrying equal marks on Computers. The typing test and test of data entry operations will be conducted on Computer key board but not on type writer.

Final Selection:  The final merit shall be prepared on the basis of the aggregate marks obtained by the Applicants in the Aptitude Test (Paper I) only subject to their qualifying in Computer/Typing test (Paper II).

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