PSC Unified Examination System – Preliminary Syllabus for Non-Technical 4th Level Assistant Second (Khardar)- New Syllabus
Download and view the official syllabus for the Public Service Commission (PSC) Nepal Unified Examination System designed for Preliminary (Pre-Qualifying) Non-Technical Level 4 candidates. This syllabus is essential for those preparing for the Assistant Second Level Khardar post. It covers general awareness, governance, history, administrative knowledge, current affairs, and aptitude tests as outlined by Lok Sewa Aayog Nepal.
"सबै सङ्गठित संस्थाका (अप्राविधिक) चौथो तह वा सहायकस्तर द्वितीय श्रेणी, सहायक द्वितीय वा सो सरह"
"All organized institutions' (non-technical) Fourth Level or Assistant Level, Second Class – Assistant Second or equivalent"
This syllabus applies to the Unified Examination System for the Pre-Qualifying Examination (Preliminary) conducted by the Public Service Commission (Lok Sewa Aayog), Nepal for the Non-Technical Fourth Level post of Assistant Second (Khardar).
🧾 Exam Format Overview
- Total Questions: 50 Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 100 (Each question carries 2 marks)
- Time Duration: 45 minutes
- Pass Mark: 45
- Negative Marking: 0.20 (20%) deduction for each wrong answer
- Tools Not Allowed: Calculators, mobile phones, smart watches, digital diaries, and other electronic devices
📚 Detailed Syllabus with Marks Distribution
1. Geography, Environment, and Population – 10 Marks
- Basic concepts of geography
- Natural resources and biodiversity of Nepal
- Environmental conservation and sustainable development
- Population dynamics, structure and management in Nepal
2. History and Culture – 10 Marks
- Historical events of Nepal and the world
- Cultural heritage, religions, traditions and customs of Nepal
- Languages, arts and festivals
3. Economy and Development – 10 Marks
- Basic features and indicators of Nepalese economy
- Current economic situation and development status
- Planning, poverty, employment, infrastructure
4. Governance, Constitution, and Law – 10 Marks
- Sources of law, principles of governance
- Fundamental rights, directive principles and policies
- Structure and features of the Constitution of Nepal (Parts 1 to 5)
- Citizenship, rule of law, federal system and good governance
5. International Relations and Current Affairs – 10 Marks
- Nepal's foreign policy and international relations
- Major international organizations: UN, SAARC, BIMSTEC, ASEAN, WHO, WTO, IMF, WB
- Recent national and international events (within 3 months)
6. Science, Technology, Public Health, and Education – 10 Marks
- Basics of science and technology
- Information and communication technology (ICT)
- Health, hygiene, sanitation, nutrition, immunization
- Contemporary technological advancements
7. Office and Administration – 10 Marks
- Office procedures, record keeping, communication
- Public service delivery and administration
- Leadership, coordination, conflict management
- Electronic governance and service improvement
8. Numerical and Logical Reasoning – 10 Marks
- Arithmetic: percentages, profit & loss, ratio, average
- Simple and compound interest
- Number series, patterns, and logical puzzles
- Probability and basic statistics
9. Public Enterprises and Governance – 10 Marks
- Concept and role of public enterprises
- Privatization, public-private partnership (PPP)
- Corporate governance, social responsibility
- Regulatory agencies and public accountability
Note: The syllabus may include recent updates or amendments published within three months prior to the exam.
