{
  "id": 8237640,
  "title": "Major Changes Proposed for CSS Exams",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/major-changes-proposed-for-css-exams",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-18T11:13:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/18/major-changes-proposed-for-css-exams/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Pakistani government has put forward proposals to overhaul the Pakistan Civil Service (CSS) examination. As part of the ongoing civil service reform, key changes have been suggested. Candidates would be able to answer compulsory papers in either English or Urdu, with the option to take the whole exam in Urdu. The reform also includes digitizing the examination process and completing the recruitment cycle within six months. The passing threshold could rise from 33% to 40%, while negative marking would not be applied. GRE and SAT-style questions may be included to evaluate candidates' analytical and logical reasoning skills. The proposals also aim to address quota seats for Balochistan, Sindh, minorities, and women, which could include additional attempts. These changes are part of the broader civil service reform recommendations.",
  "summary": "The government has proposed several changes to Pakistan’s Central Superior Services (CSS) examination as part of the ongoing civil service … Read More The post Major Changes Proposed for CSS Exams appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}