Public Service Examination

/ˈpʌblɪk ˈsɜːrvɪs ɪgˌzæməˈneɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A competitive examination conducted by a government agency to select candidates for civil service positions based on merit and qualifications.
    She passed the public service examination to become a government employee.

Forms

  • public service examination
  • public service examinations

Commentary

Often established by statute, these examinations aim to ensure impartial recruitment for public office, emphasizing merit over patronage.

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