The Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) exam is a highly competitive examination for recruitment into various cadre posts of the Bangladesh Civil Service. Here's a general outline of the procedure for the BCS (Cadre) exam:
1. **Eligibility Criteria**: Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and age limits. Details are provided in the BCS circular issued by the Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC).
2. **Application Process**: Candidates apply online through the BPSC website or other designated portals during the application period. They need to fill out the application form, pay the required fee, and submit necessary documents.
3. **Preliminary Examination**:
- **Objective Type**: This is a multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam that tests general knowledge, current affairs, and basic math, English, and Bangla skills.
- **Duration**: Typically around 2 hours.
- **Selection**: Candidates who pass the preliminary exam are eligible for the written examination.
4. **Written Examination**:
- **Descriptive Type**: This exam assesses candidates' knowledge in their specific subject areas, as well as their ability to write coherently and analytically.
- **Papers**: Includes papers on compulsory subjects like Bangla, English, and general studies, as well as optional subjects based on the cadre they are applying for.
- **Duration**: Each paper typically lasts 3 hours.
5. **Viva Voce/Interview**:
- Candidates who pass the written exam are called for an interview.
- The interview assesses candidates' personality, general knowledge, and suitability for civil service.
6. **Final Selection**:
- Based on the combined scores of the preliminary exam, written exam, and interview, a final merit list is prepared.
- Selected candidates are then allocated to various cadre posts based on their ranks and preferences.
7. **Training**:
- Selected candidates undergo training at the Bangladesh Civil Service Academy or other designated institutions before being appointed to their respective posts.
Always refer to the latest BPSC circulars for detailed and updated information on the exam procedure, as the process may change over time.
This list details the various cadres within the Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) along with their classification as General Cadre or Technical/Professional Cadre. Here's a summary of the classifications:
1. **General Cadre**:
- Administration
- ANSAR
- Audit & Accounts
- Cooperative
- Customs and Excise
- Family Planning
- Foreign
- Food
- General Education
- Info
- Livestock
- Police
- Postal
- Tax
- Commerce
2. **Technical/Professional Cadre**:
- Agriculture
- Fisheries
- Forest
- Health
- Public Health Engineering
- Public Works
- Railway Engineering
- Roads and Highways
- Statistics
- Technical Education
- Commerce
3. **Both General and Technical/Professional Cadre**:
- Food
- Info
- Livestock
- Railway Transport & Commercial
- Commerce
This classification reflects the roles and responsibilities typically associated with each cadre, with General Cadre focusing on administrative and managerial roles, while Technical/Professional Cadre emphasizes specialized expertise in various fields.
**First Level: MCQ Preliminary Test (200 Marks)**
To address the high number of candidates relative to available positions, the Bangladesh Government Jobs Commission conducts a Preliminary MCQ Test worth 200 marks, in accordance with Rule-7 of the BCS (Age, Qualification and Direct Recruitment) Rules-2014. The preliminary test format was previously 100 marks until the 34th BCS exam. Starting from the 35th BCS exam, the preliminary test has been expanded to cover 200 marks across 10 subjects within a 2-hour timeframe.
**Subject and Mark Distribution for Preliminary Test**
| Serial Number | Subject | Marks |
|---------------|--------------------------------------------------|-------|
| 1 | Bengali Language and Literature | 35 |
| 2 | English Language and Literature | 35 |
| 3 | Bangladesh Affairs | 30 |
| 4 | International Affairs | 20 |
| 5 | Geography (Bangladesh and World), Environment and Disaster Management | 10 |
| 6 | General Science | 15 |
| 7 | Computer and Information Technology | 15 |
| 8 | Mathematical Reasoning | 15 |
| 9 | Mental Skills | 15 |
| 10 | Ethics, Values, and Good Governance | 10 |
| **Total** | | **200**|
**Detailed Syllabus for Preliminary Test**
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**Second Level: Written Test (900 Marks; Average Pass Marks: 50%)**
Candidates who qualify the Preliminary Test must take the written test, which is worth 900 marks. The test is divided into two categories based on educational qualifications: General Cadre and Technical/Professional Cadre.
**A. Written Test for General Cadre Candidates**
| Serial Number | Subject | Marks |
|---------------|--------------------------------------------|-------|
| 1 | Bangla | 200 |
| 2 | English | 200 |
| 3 | Bangladesh Affairs | 200 |
| 4 | International Affairs | 100 |
| 5 | Mathematical Reasoning and Mental Skills | 100 |
| 6 | General Science and Technology | 100 |
| **Total** | | **900**|
**B. Written Test for Technical/Professional Cadre Candidates**
| Serial Number | Subject | Marks |
|---------------|--------------------------------------------|-------|
| 1 | Bangla | 100 |
| 2 | English | 200 |
| 3 | Bangladesh Affairs | 200 |
| 4 | International Affairs | 100 |
| 5 | Mathematical Reasoning and Mental Skills | 100 |
| 6 | Post-Related Matters | 200 |
| **Total** | | **900**|
**Detailed Syllabus for Written Exam**
**Job-Related Subject Examination**
Candidates applying for both General and Technical/Professional Cadre positions must take a written test of 900 marks on General Cadre subjects, plus an additional 200 marks on job-specific subjects.
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**Third Level: BCS Oral Test (200 Marks; Pass Marks: 50%)**
Candidates who pass the written test are required to take an oral test worth 200 marks. A minimum of 50% is required to pass.
**BCS Exam Interview Board Formation**
To assess the suitability of candidates who have passed the written test, the Commission will form an oral examination board composed of:
1. Chairman/Member of the Commission – Board Chairman
2. Government-nominated officer of Joint Secretary rank or above – Board Member
3. Subject Matter Experts nominated by the Commission – Board Members
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