Civil Service Examination
/ˈsɪvəl ˈsɜːrvɪs ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A competitive examination conducted by government agencies to assess eligibility for employment in the civil service.
She passed the civil service examination and secured a government job.
Forms
- civil service examination
- civil service examinations
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Commentary
Typically emphasizes merit-based recruitment and is a key tool for ensuring impartiality and competence in public sector staffing.
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