Latest Updates on CSS Pakistan Viva Voce Schedule 2023
March 28th, 2023
CSS Viva Voce Schedule for 2023 has been updated and candidates can access the schedule from this page.
March 15th, 2023
Federal Public Service Commission had released the CSS Viva Voce Schedule 2023 for specific cities with details regarding the phases.
- Lahore
- Multan
- Peshawar
March 7th, 2023
Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) announced the release of the CSS Viva Voce Schedule 2023 for Karachi, Multan, and Peshawar. Candidates are advised to refer to this page to access the schedule.
Once a candidate has passed the written portion of the CSS (Central Superior Services) competitive examination, they must also pass the viva voce portion. The purpose of this part of the examination is to evaluate the candidate's mental abilities such as attentiveness, moral character, sharpness, knowledge of the subject matter, general knowledge, and ability to handle the current situation. This interview allows the examiners to get to know the candidate better and determine their suitability for a career in civil service.
CSS Viva Voce
It is essential for CSS candidates to be fully present and mentally prepared during the viva voce portion of the exam. They must be able to answer the questions asked by the interviewer, whether they are related to general knowledge, current events, international affairs, the candidate's involvement in society, questions related to Islam, or co-curricular activities. Candidates should pay close attention to each question and respond to the best of their abilities. It is important for candidates to ensure that the interviewer understands and acknowledges their answers correctly, as this can impact their overall performance in the examination.
Purpose of CSS Viva Voce
The viva voce portion of the CSS examination serves as a means to verify that the candidate has not used any unfair means to pass the written portion of the exam. The interviewer evaluates the candidate's knowledge on a range of topics, including general knowledge, science, and current events, to ensure that the candidate has a sound mind and is knowledgeable about the subject or department they wish to serve in. The viva voce is an important step in the selection process and is designed to ensure that the candidates are suitable for a career in civil service.
CSS Viva Voce Exam 2023 Schedule
The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has released the CSS examination viva voce schedule for 2023, and you can download the schedule for all cities in PDF format from this page:
| Examination | City/Phase | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| CSS Viva Voce test | Lahore Phase - I | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | Quetta | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | Islamabad Phase - I | Download Schedule |
CSS Pakistan Viva Voce Schedule (Updated : 15-March-2023)
| Examination | City/Phase | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| CSS Viva Voce test | Multan | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | Peshawar | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | Lahore Phase - I | Download Schedule |
CSS Pakistan Viva Voce Schedule (Updated : 07-March-2023)
| Examination | City/Phase | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| CSS Viva Voce test | Karachi | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | Multan | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | Peshawar | Download Schedule |
| Examination | City/Phase | Exams Starting Date | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSS Viva Voce test | CSS Viva Voce Islamabad Phase-III | 24-01-2022 | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | CSS Viva Voce Lahore Phase-III | 10-01-2022 | Download Schedule |
| CSS Viva Voce test | CSS Viva Voce Peshawar | 18-01-2022 | Download Schedule |
Rules for CSS Viva Voce
- The CSS viva voce interview is an important part of the competitive examination.
- The interviewer evaluates the candidate's academic as well as extracurricular activities.
- Co-curricular activities such as debates, competitions, and other events, as well as hobbies and games, are presented during the interview.
- The CSS viva voce exam carries a total of 300 marks.
- Candidates must score at least 100 marks to be considered eligible for appointment.
- Basic knowledge of Islam and the history of Pakistan is required for candidates.
- The interviewer may ask questions related to these subjects.
- Non-Muslim candidates will not be asked questions related to Islamic subjects.
Rules For CSS Exam Pakistan
The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) conducts the CSS examination every year to recruit candidates for various government positions in Pakistan. Here are some important points to keep in mind regarding the CSS examination:
- Candidates who pass the written examination will be notified individually as well as through the official website of FPSC. On the other hand, candidates who fail in the written examination will not be notified individually, but they can download their detailed marks sheet from the FPSC website.
- To pass the CSS examination, a candidate must score at least 40% marks in any compulsory subject, 33% marks in any optional subject, and at least 100 marks in the viva voce test.
- The answers to the questions in the written examination will be checked in sequence order, and any over-attempted question will not be considered. It is important for candidates to attempt only the required number of questions and avoid attempting extra questions.
- Before submitting their answer sheet to the examiner, candidates must ensure that they have crossed all the empty sheets and that their answers are properly numbered and aligned.
- Once the candidate has read the question paper, they should mark their attendance before leaving their seat. This is an important step to ensure that the candidate's attendance is properly recorded and that there is no confusion later on.
FAQ for CSS Viva Voce
What is CSS Viva Voce?
CSS Viva Voce is an oral examination conducted by the Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) as part of the CSS examination process. It evaluates the candidate's academic knowledge, extracurricular activities, and basic understanding of Islam and the history of Pakistan.
What is the passing criteria for CSS Viva Voce?
The CSS Viva Voce exam carries a total of 300 marks, and the candidate must score at least 100 marks to pass. If the candidate fails to score the minimum marks, they will be considered ineligible for appointment.
What are the topics covered in CSS Viva Voce?
The interviewer may ask questions related to the candidate's academic knowledge, extracurricular activities, hobbies and games, and basic understanding of Islam and the history of Pakistan.
What is the website where candidates can download their detailed marks sheet?
The candidates who fail in the written examination can download their detailed marks sheet from the FPSC website.
What happens if a candidate fails in any compulsory subject in CSS exams?
If a candidate scores less than 40% marks in any compulsory subject, they will be considered failed in CSS exams.
What happens if a candidate fails in any optional subject in CSS exams?
If a candidate scores less than 33% marks in any optional subject, they will be considered failed in CSS exams.
What is the checking criteria for CSS exam answers?
The checking criteria for CSS exam answers is in sequence order, and any over-attempted question will not be considered.
What should a candidate do with an empty sheet in the CSS exam?
The candidate must cross all the empty sheets before submitting the answer sheet to the examiner.
What is the total marks of CSS Viva Voce?
The CSS Viva Voce exam carries a total of 300 marks.
What is the passing criteria for CSS exams?
The passing criteria for CSS exams are as follows: a candidate must score at least 40% marks in any compulsory subject, at least 33% marks in any optional subject, and at least 100 marks in viva.
Will the candidates who fail in the written examination be informed individually?
No, the candidates who fail in the written examination will not be informed individually. They may download a detailed marks sheet from the FPSC website.