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The full form of SPSC is Sikkim Public Service Commission. The SPSC exam allows you to apply for a wide range of posts in a wide range of areas. The commission administers a combined competitive examination to attract candidates for positions in the state's various administrative agencies.
In order to select applicants for government positions, the Commission organises a number of exams. All SPSC exams are competitive, and passing them necessitates well-planned study strategies.
Applicants who are currently enrolled in classes are also eligible to take the SPSC Exam. Each paper will last for 2 hours. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and no older than 35 years old (candidates with reserved categories are given relaxation in the age limit).
Latest Notification
The application process for the SPSC began in June 2022, and the deadline for submitting the SPSC application form is July 2022.
Registration
SPSC Application Form 2022
With the release of the official test announcement, the SPSC online application form will be available in an online format. In the Sikkim PSC notification, the last day to fill out the application form will be notified. The following are the procedures that candidates must do in order to complete the Sikkim PSC 2022 Application Form:
- Visit the SPSC official website.
- On the homepage's left-hand column, click the 'Apply online' tab.
- Create an account with a valid id and password.
- Log in with the registration id and password generated by the computer.
- Fill in all of the candidate's necessary information, as well as his or her personal details.
- Candidates should also upload their documents to verify the information on the application.
- Now you must upload a photograph that meets all of the required standards, as well as a scanned signature.
- Payment of the application fee is required.
- Then press the "SUBMIT" button.
- Save or print the application form once it has been submitted.
Syllabus
SPSC Syllabus 2022
As a result, the Sikkim PSC Exam Syllabus can be separated into two sections: Sikkim PSC Prelims Syllabus and Sikkim PSC Mains Syllabus.
SPSC Prelims Syllabus for Paper 1
- Current events of national, international, and local importance.
- History of India and Indian National Movement.
- Indian and World Geography - Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
- Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Political System, Rights Issues, etc.
- Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, Poverty, Inclusion, etc.
- General issues on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change - that do not require subject specialization
- General Science
SPSC Prelims Paper- 2 for Civil Services Aptitude Test
| Basic numerical skills | Numbers, magnitudes, percentages, numerical relation appreciation |
| Reading comprehension | English language comprehension, antonyms and synonyms, grammar, and sentence formation |
| Skills | Interpersonal skills including communication skills |
| Logical reasoning | Analytical and mental ability |
| Data analysis | Graphic presentations, charts, tables, spreadsheets |
Sikkim PSC Mains Syllabus: English
Candidates will be required to write three short essays on specific topics in English. Subjects will be chosen from a list. They will be asked to stay focused on the essay's topic, organise their thoughts in a logical manner, and write concisely. Effective and precise expression will be rewarded.
| Section | Topic | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | Comprehension (Unseen Passage)— An unseen passage followed by Questions to be answered | 10 marks |
| Precis writing— Passage to be summarized to 1/3rd | 10 marks | |
| Letter writing—(200 words) | 10 marks | |
| Essay writing (Any general topic 300 words) | 10 marks | |
| Translation | 10 marks | |
| Section B | Grammar | 50 marks |
The syllabus of the rest of the SPSC Mains papers will be as soon as the SPSC notification 2022 is notified.
Eligibility Criteria
Check the eligibility prerequisites before applying for the Sikkim PSC Exam. We've covered all of the eligibility conditions in detail. Candidates must be citizens of India. Candidates must meet the age and educational standards in order to apply for the Sikkim PSC Exam.
SPSC 2022 Eligibility: Age Limits
- The SPSC has introduced an age limit for the PCS exam. Candidates between the ages of 21 and 35 are eligible to take the exam. However, depending on the candidate's category, the age limit and relaxation vary.
- Those who fall into the reserved categories, such as SC and ST, will be given an age relaxation in their latter years.
- Candidates from the SC and ST categories will be given 5-year age relaxation.
- Candidates from the other backward categories will be granted a three-year age relaxation.
SPSC Educational Qualifications
Candidates must have earned a bachelor's degree or an equivalent three-year diploma from a recognised institution.
Application Fee
Application Fees of SPSC 2022 Exam
The application fee for the SPSC 2022 can only be paid online. Net banking, credit card, and debit card are all options for payment. The exam's application fee is likely to be INR 150.
Exam Pattern
Sikkim PSC Prelims, Mains, and Interview are the three stages of the SPSC Exam Pattern. Various competitive examinations are held by the Sikkim Public Service Commission for direct recruitment into state administrative jobs. Applicants are chosen based on their performance in the Sikkim PSC exam's Written Test and Interview.
Those who have applied or are considering applying for a position with the Sikkim Public Service Commission are on the right track. Understanding the Sikkim PSC test pattern and studying appropriately is the initial step in preparation.
Candidates should have a comprehensive understanding of the SPSC exam pattern, the revised paper format for the Prelims/Main Exam, and other details such as the marking scheme, duration, and so on before taking the Sikkim PSC examination.
Candidates must pass the following three parts to be considered for recruitment by the Sikkim Public Service Commission:
- Sikkim PSC Prelims
- Sikkim PSC Mains Exam
- Interview
SPSC Prelims Exam Pattern
The Sikkim PSC preliminary examination will be of the objective kind (multiple choice questions). This exam is only meant to be used as a screening tool. Only the results of the Sikkim PSC test will be used to shortlist applicants for the Sikkim PSC Mains examination. There are two papers in the Sikkim PSC Preliminary Examination.
The purpose of this test is to determine examinees' ability to solve Reasoning and Analytical questions. The preliminary examination is intended to screen candidates, and the marks acquired in the preliminary exam by a candidate who qualifies for the mains exam will not be used to calculate their final merit.
It is made up of two General Studies papers with objective / multiple-choice questions. For the purpose of evaluation, examinees must appear in both papers of the Civil Service (Preliminary) Examination. If an examinee fails to appear in both Civil Service (Preliminary) Examination papers, he or she would be disqualified.
| Paper | Subjects | Duration of Exam | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies 1 | 2 Hours | 200 marks |
| Paper 2 | General Studies 2 | 2 Hours | 200 marks |
| Total | 4 Hours | 400 marks | |
- The preliminary examination carries a total of 400 marks.
- The examinations will last two hours each.
- The examinations will be conducted in English.
- For the question, there is a negative marking of 1/3 of the total marks.
SPSC Exam Pattern of Mains Exam 2022
The SPSC Mains exam is a lengthy descriptive exam. The duration of each paper is 3 hours.
| Subjects In SPSC Mains | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper-I - English | 100 marks |
| Paper-III - Essay | 150 marks |
| Paper IV - General Studies Paper – I (Geography, History) | 250 marks |
| Paper V - General Studies Paper-II (Indian Polity, Constitution) | 250 marks |
| Paper VI General Studies Paper – III (Stat, Economy, Security) | 250 marks |
| Paper VII - General Studies Paper – IV (Environment, Decision Making, Sci & Tech) | 250 marks |
Sikkim PSC Interview
The Interview will be the final stage of the examination. Only those candidates who qualify based on their performance in the main competitive test and who meet the eligibility criteria will be interviewed. The names of qualified candidates will be listed in order of merit based on their overall scores in the main written exam and the interview.
Eligibilty Criteria
Check the eligibility prerequisites before applying for the Sikkim PSC Exam. We've covered all of the eligibility conditions in detail. Candidates must be citizens of India. Candidates must meet the age and educational standards in order to apply for the Sikkim PSC Exam.
SPSC 2022 Eligibility: Age Limits
- The SPSC has introduced an age limit for the PCS exam. Candidates between the ages of 21 and 35 are eligible to take the exam. However, depending on the candidate's category, the age limit and relaxation vary.
- Those who fall into the reserved categories, such as SC and ST, will be given an age relaxation in their latter years.
- Candidates from the SC and ST categories will be given 5-year age relaxation.
- Candidates from the other backward categories will be granted a three-year age relaxation.
SPSC Educational Qualifications
Candidates must have earned a bachelor's degree or an equivalent three-year diploma from a recognised institution.
Exam Pattern
Sikkim PSC Prelims, Mains, and Interview are the three stages of the SPSC Exam Pattern. Various competitive examinations are held by the Sikkim Public Service Commission for direct recruitment into state administrative jobs. Applicants are chosen based on their performance in the Sikkim PSC exam's Written Test and Interview.
Those who have applied or are considering applying for a position with the Sikkim Public Service Commission are on the right track. Understanding the Sikkim PSC test pattern and studying appropriately is the initial step in preparation.
Candidates should have a comprehensive understanding of the SPSC exam pattern, the revised paper format for the Prelims/Main Exam, and other details such as the marking scheme, duration, and so on before taking the Sikkim PSC examination.
Candidates must pass the following three parts to be considered for recruitment by the Sikkim Public Service Commission:
- Sikkim PSC Prelims
- Sikkim PSC Mains Exam
- Interview
SPSC Prelims Exam Pattern
The Sikkim PSC preliminary examination will be of the objective kind (multiple choice questions). This exam is only meant to be used as a screening tool. Only the results of the Sikkim PSC test will be used to shortlist applicants for the Sikkim PSC Mains examination. There are two papers in the Sikkim PSC Preliminary Examination.
The purpose of this test is to determine examinees' ability to solve Reasoning and Analytical questions. The preliminary examination is intended to screen candidates, and the marks acquired in the preliminary exam by a candidate who qualifies for the mains exam will not be used to calculate their final merit.
It is made up of two General Studies papers with objective / multiple-choice questions. For the purpose of evaluation, examinees must appear in both papers of the Civil Service (Preliminary) Examination. If an examinee fails to appear in both Civil Service (Preliminary) Examination papers, he or she would be disqualified.
| Paper | Subjects | Duration of Exam | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies 1 | 2 Hours | 200 marks |
| Paper 2 | General Studies 2 | 2 Hours | 200 marks |
| Total | 4 Hours | 400 marks | |
- The preliminary examination carries a total of 400 marks.
- The examinations will last two hours each.
- The examinations will be conducted in English.
- For the question, there is a negative marking of 1/3 of the total marks.
SPSC Exam Pattern of Mains Exam 2022
The SPSC Mains exam is a lengthy descriptive exam. The duration of each paper is 3 hours.
| Subjects In SPSC Mains | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper-I - English | 100 marks |
| Paper-III - Essay | 150 marks |
| Paper IV - General Studies Paper – I (Geography, History) | 250 marks |
| Paper V - General Studies Paper-II (Indian Polity, Constitution) | 250 marks |
| Paper VI General Studies Paper – III (Stat, Economy, Security) | 250 marks |
| Paper VII - General Studies Paper – IV (Environment, Decision Making, Sci & Tech) | 250 marks |
Sikkim PSC Interview
The Interview will be the final stage of the examination. Only those candidates who qualify based on their performance in the main competitive test and who meet the eligibility criteria will be interviewed. The names of qualified candidates will be listed in order of merit based on their overall scores in the main written exam and the interview.
Syllabus
SPSC Syllabus 2022
As a result, the Sikkim PSC Exam Syllabus can be separated into two sections: Sikkim PSC Prelims Syllabus and Sikkim PSC Mains Syllabus.
SPSC Prelims Syllabus for Paper 1
- Current events of national, international, and local importance.
- History of India and Indian National Movement.
- Indian and World Geography - Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
- Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Political System, Rights Issues, etc.
- Economic and Social Development - Sustainable Development, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, Poverty, Inclusion, etc.
- General issues on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change - that do not require subject specialization
- General Science
SPSC Prelims Paper- 2 for Civil Services Aptitude Test
| Basic numerical skills | Numbers, magnitudes, percentages, numerical relation appreciation |
| Reading comprehension | English language comprehension, antonyms and synonyms, grammar, and sentence formation |
| Skills | Interpersonal skills including communication skills |
| Logical reasoning | Analytical and mental ability |
| Data analysis | Graphic presentations, charts, tables, spreadsheets |
Sikkim PSC Mains Syllabus: English
Candidates will be required to write three short essays on specific topics in English. Subjects will be chosen from a list. They will be asked to stay focused on the essay's topic, organise their thoughts in a logical manner, and write concisely. Effective and precise expression will be rewarded.
| Section | Topic | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | Comprehension (Unseen Passage)— An unseen passage followed by Questions to be answered | 10 marks |
| Precis writing— Passage to be summarized to 1/3rd | 10 marks | |
| Letter writing—(200 words) | 10 marks | |
| Essay writing (Any general topic 300 words) | 10 marks | |
| Translation | 10 marks | |
| Section B | Grammar | 50 marks |
The syllabus of the rest of the SPSC Mains papers will be as soon as the SPSC notification 2022 is notified.
