ISLAMABAD: The government has announced support measures for deserving students from minority communities who wish to compete for higher-level government positions through the Central Superior Services (CSS) and Provincial Management Service (PMS) examinations.
According to the Minorities Affairs Department, eligible minority students will receive financial assistance to cover expenses associated with appearing in the competitive examinations.
The initiative is aimed at helping deserving candidates overcome financial barriers and access opportunities in the competitive examination system.
Under the programme, selected students will also be provided with academic assistance and preparatory support to help them prepare for the CSS and PMS examinations.
The department said the support will include assistance with academy fees and other necessary preparation-related expenses.
Officials said the initiative is intended to provide greater access to competitive examination opportunities for minority students seeking careers in senior government positions.
FPSC Postpones Tests for 17 Posts at Investment Board, PM Office
Earlier, the Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has postponed recruitment tests for 17 posts across five cases related to the Board of Investment and the Prime Minister’s Office.
According to details issued by the FPSC, the recruitment process for the posts has been suspended until further orders, and the tests have been removed from the Phase-III examinations scheduled to begin on October 12, 2026.
The postponed tests include:
Director General (BS-20): 1 post
Director (BS-19): 4 posts
Deputy Director (BS-18): 6 posts
Assistant Director (BS-17): 3 posts
Public Relations Officer (BS-16): 3 posts
The commission said the tests covering these five cases have been postponed and that further developments regarding the recruitment process will be announced in due course.
The FPSC advised candidates to regularly visit its official website for updates and further information regarding the recruitment process.
