The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) has proposed reducing the application fee for the Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) examination from BDT 700 to BDT 350. A proposal to this effect has been sent to the Ministry of Public Administration. Additionally, the viva voce marks for the 47th BCS exam have been reduced from 200 to 100, aiming to streamline the evaluation process.
Fee Reduction Details
For candidates from small ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, and members of the third gender, the proposed fee is set at BDT 100. The changes are part of an initiative to make the exam more inclusive and accessible.
Announcement and Updates
The proposal was publicly shared on social media by Nahid Islam, the Adviser for Information, Broadcasting, and ICT, confirming the application fee adjustment to BDT 350 for general candidates.
Exam Schedule
The 47th BCS notification was published on November 28, with applications beginning on December 10 at 10:00 AM and closing on December 31 at 11:59 PM. The BCS aims to recruit 3,688 individuals for both cadre and non-cadre positions, with an age limit of 32 years for applicants.
The reduction in fees and viva marks reflects a commitment to fairness and accessibility, ensuring broader participation in the examination process.
