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The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has announced an increase in online application fees for competitive exams across Pakistan.
According to the FPSC announcement, the online application fees for competitive exams have been increased by 100 percent, effective from September 21.
The revised fee structure was approved by the Finance Division. All applicants must pay the new fees according to the grade they are applying for, starting next month.
For Grade 16 and 17 posts, candidates will now pay Rs 600 instead of the previous Rs 300. This change affects most entry-level federal positions.
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Applicants for Grade 18 posts must now submit Rs 1,500. This tier mostly includes mid-level officers and specialists within the government structure.
Grade 19 positions, usually senior management roles, will now cost Rs 2,500 per application. These include positions like directors and deputy secretaries.
Those applying for the highest-level posts – Grade 20 and above – will need to pay Rs 3,000. These posts include top bureaucratic and policy-making roles.
Besides exam fees, the FPSC has introduced a Rs 500 fee for review petitions and representations. Candidates must keep this in mind while submitting appeals.
