Over 300,000 Candidates await official decision from PSC amid growing anxiety. In a twist of scheduling fate, the 46th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) preliminary exam clashes with upcoming city elections, stirring concerns among more than 300,000 candidates awaiting clarity from the Public Service Commission (PSC). The Public Service Commission (PSC) announced on January 18th that the 46th BCS preliminary exam is slated for March 9. However, just three days later, the Election Commission (EC) disclosed the concurrent scheduling of the Mymensingh City Corporation election and Comilla City Corporation Mayoral by-election on the same day, prompting widespread apprehension among BCS examinees.
While PSC sources hint at the impracticality of holding the BCS exam concurrently with the city elections, no official statement has been issued yet, leaving candidates in a state of uncertainty. Despite numerous inquiries, the PSC remains tight-lipped on the matter, exacerbating the anxieties of aspirants.
Speculation runs rife among candidates and officials alike, with some suggesting a potential delay in the exam until after Eid, while others entertain the notion of conducting the exam even amidst the fasting month, Ramadan.
An officer from the PSC examination branch (cadre) acknowledged the complexity of the situation, citing the absence of formal discussions within the commission. The return of PSC members to Dhaka following the 45th BCS did not yield any deliberations on the matter, though assurances were made that the exam would not coincide with election day.
The 46th BCS notification was issued by the PSC on November 30, with applications accepted until December 31. Over 338,000 applications were received during this period, reflecting the keen interest among candidates.
The notification outlines approximately 3,140 vacant posts across various cadres, with the majority earmarked for the health cadre. Additionally, 520 positions are slated for appointment in diverse subjects within the education cadre.
As candidates eagerly await an official announcement from the PSC regarding the scheduling conundrum, the specter of uncertainty looms large over the aspirants, underscoring the need for prompt resolution to allay mounting concerns.
This clash of events underscores the need for effective coordination between government bodies to ensure the smooth conduct of examinations and electoral processes, thereby mitigating undue stress and inconvenience for all stakeholders involved.