Civil Services (Pakistan)
CSS Preparation Guide
Central Superior Services - Pakistan's premier civil service examination
What is CSS?
The Central Superior Services examination is conducted by FPSC (Federal Public Service Commission) to recruit officers for federal government positions in Pakistan.
Structure: Written exam (12 papers) → Psychological assessment → Viva voce interview
Exam Structure
Compulsory Papers (600 marks)
- English Essay (100)
- English Composition (100)
- General Knowledge (100)
- Pakistan Affairs (100)
- Current Affairs (100)
- Islamic Studies/Ethics (100)
Optional Papers (600 marks)
Choose subjects totaling 600 marks from various groups, such as International Relations, Economics, Political Science, History, Law, etc.
Career Services
District Management Group (DMG)
Deputy Commissioner, Commissioner
PKR 80K-500K+/month
Foreign Service of Pakistan
Ambassador, High Commissioner
PKR 100K-600K/month
Police Service of Pakistan
SP, DIG, IG
PKR 90K-400K/month
Customs & Excise
Collector, Inspector
PKR 80K-350K/month
Income Tax Group
Commissioner Income Tax
PKR 80K-400K/month
Audit & Accounts
Auditor General staff
PKR 70K-350K/month
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