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NPSC EXAM PREP [PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION]

                                    NPSC EXAM PREP FOR PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

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NPSC stands for Nagaland Public Service Commission, which conducts exams for various government positions in Nagaland, India. With a Master's degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, you are eligible to appear for the following exams under NPSC:

1. Nagaland Civil Service Examination : This exam is conducted for recruitment to various civil service posts such as Nagaland Civil Service (NCS), Nagaland Police Service (NPS), and Nagaland Forest Service (NFS).

2. Nagaland Combined Technical Examination : Although this exam is primarily for technical posts, some positions may align with your educational background.

3. Nagaland Allied Services Examination : This exam is for non-technical and non-gazetted posts in various government departments.


●Important books to prepare NPSC

    With a Master's in Public Administration and a Bachelor's in Political Science, you have a solid foundation for NPSC exams. Here are some important books to help you prepare:


For Nagaland Civil Service Examination:

1. Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth (for Political Science and Governance)

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2. Public Administration by L. D. White (for Public Administration concepts)


3. Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh (for Economic Development)


4. History of Modern India by Bipan Chandra (for History)


5. General Knowledge by Manorama Yearbook (for General Studies)

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6. Optional Subject books (if you choose Public Administration or Political Science as your optional)

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For Nagaland Combined Technical Examination:

1. Technical books related to your engineering or technical subject (e.g., Civil Engineering, Agriculture)

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2. General Studies books (same as mentioned earlier)

3. Aptitude Test books (e.g., Quantitative Aptitude by R. S. Aggarwal)

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For Nagaland Allied Services Examination:

1. General Studies books (same as mentioned earlier)

3. Aptitude Test books (e.g., Quantitative Aptitude by R. S. Aggarwal)

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Duration of the exam between the exams:

 

1.  Nagaland Civil Service Examination :

    - Preliminary Exam: 2 hours per paper (2 papers) = 4 hours

    - Main Exam: 3 hours per paper (3 papers) = 9 hours

    - Interview: approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour

    - Total duration: around 13-14 hours (excluding interview)

2.  Nagaland Combined Technical Examination :

    - Written Exam: 3 hours per paper (3 papers) = 9 hours

    - Interview: approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour

    - Total duration: around 9-10 hours (excluding interview)

3.  Nagaland Allied Services Examination :

    - Written Exam: 2 hours per paper (2 papers) = 4 hours

    - Interview: approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour

    - Total duration: around 4-5 hours (excluding interview)

Please note that these durations are approximate and may vary depending on the specific exam and the NPSC's discretion.

As for the duration between exams, it typically ranges from a few weeks to a few months. The exact schedule is usually announced by the NPSC on their website and through notifications. Here's a rough estimate of the timeline:

- Preliminary Exam to Main Exam: 2-3 months

- Main Exam to Interview: 1-2 months

- Interview to Final Result: 1-2 months


Keep in mind that these are rough estimates, and the actual timeline may vary. It's essential to stay updated with the NPSC's official notifications for the most accurate information. Best of luck!

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