Now, You Can Just Log on to Apply For UPSC Exams

Mumbai, Sep 24 : As part of its e-governance initiative, the union public service commission (UPSC) has introduced a system of online submission of applications for all its exams.

"Last year, the UPSC had introduced an online system on an experimental basis. As a result of the massive response, it will be regular future. We hope it will bring major relief for applicants,'' a senior official said.

Lakhs of students appear for more than a dozen exams being conducted by the UPSC. The most important is the UPSC civil services examination.

"The online system has its own advantages as it is the most convenient system of submitting application forms. When the the system has been accepted at an international level, how can the UPSC lag behind,'' he added.

The official said the system is completely hassle-free and UPSC has designed a system to provide prompt confirmation of acceptance.

"A candidate can get a printout of his application form. Further, there is absolutely no scope for postal delay,'' he said.