The Screening Test for CSS in Pakistan is a qualifying exam that is used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. The Screening Test consists of 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), each of which carries one mark. The minimum qualifying mark for the Screening Test is 33%.
Key features of the CSS Screening Test:
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Format: The Screening Test is conducted in a multiple-choice question (MCQ) format.
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Number of Questions: The test consists of 200 MCQs.
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Marking Scheme: Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
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Qualifying Percentage: To pass the Screening Test, candidates must obtain a minimum qualifying mark of 33%.
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Shortlisting for Main Examination: Candidates who achieve the minimum qualifying marks in the Screening Test are eligible to appear for the Main Examination.
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Subjects: The Screening Test covers various subjects, including General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Pakistan Affairs, Islamic Studies or Ethics, and other relevant areas.