| 1. |
Question |
Can
I apply for various posts on a single form?
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Answer |
No, you can only apply for one post
on one form. |
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| 2. |
Question |
Do I have to attach copies of certificates,
etc. with the application form? |
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Answer |
No. Simply enter the
details in the application form. However, the original
certificates must be available to be produced during
interview. |
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| 3. |
Question |
Are qualifications obtained
just after closing date acceptable? |
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Answer |
No. All qualifications
must be those obtained before the closing date of the
advertisement. Furthermore, exams for which results are
not yet known need not be indicated in the application form.
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| 4. |
Question |
Can I type or write
additional information and send it together with an application
form? |
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Answer |
Yes. You may do so,
provided the information is relevant to the post
applied for. |
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| 5. |
Question |
Do I have to mention
all the qualifications obtained? |
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Answer |
Yes, it is preferable
to mention all the qualifications obtained and that also in
order of dates i.e. chronologically. |
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| 6. |
Question |
When applying on-line,
how can I certify the entries made? |
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Answer |
You will be required
to certify same at the time of interview. |
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| 7. |
Question |
How do I know whether
the alternative qualifications I have entered in the application
forms are acceptable to the PSC? |
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Answer |
If you have any equivalence
certificate you may enclose a photocopy with
the application form. |
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| 8. |
Question |
Can I request another
person to fill in an application form and submit it on my behalf?
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Answer |
An applicant is required
to fill in an application form in person. |
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| 9. |
Question |
How will I know when
a post in advertised? |
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Answer |
Posts are advertised
on local newspapers of wide circulation.
Advertisements are affixed at the following places: |
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On the Notice Board
of the Public Service Commission, |
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At
the Enquiry Counter of the Ministry of Civil Service and A.R
at the Emmanuel Anquetil Building, Port Louis, |
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In all Citizens Advice
Bureaux (CAB), and |
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In all Labour Offices
around the island. |
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Further they are also
broadcast on the public radio channels. |
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You may also click
on the "Advertisement" hyperlink on the left for all
advertisement posted on this website. |
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| 10. |
Question |
When should I submit
an application for a post? |
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Answer |
Whenever a post is
advertised, the closing date and time is clearly
specified on the advertisement. No late applications are considered. |
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| 11. |
Question |
Can foreigners apply
for posts advertised? |
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Answer |
Unless, otherwise specified,
posts are opened to Mauritian Nationals only. |
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| 12. |
Question |
Is there any age limit
for entry in the public service? |
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Answer |
The age limit is 18
years and not more than 35 years.
For certain posts considered
as professional, the age limit may be extended up to 45 years.
The age limit is normally specified in the
advertisement. |
| 1. |
Question |
Do I need to notify the
PSC for any change in address after an application is made? |
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Answer |
Yes, it is important
that you notify the PSC for any change in address, immediately.
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| 2. |
Question |
How will I know whether
my application has been received by the PSC? |
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Answer |
Acknowledgement letters
are sent for all applications forms received and for on-line
applications made, acknowledgement by e-mail would be sent (provided
e- mail address is specified). |
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| 3. |
Question |
Can I call the PSC to
know whether I will be called for an interview? |
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Answer |
No need to do so. Once
you are selected for an interview, the office will contact
you. |
| 1. |
Question |
Do I have
to inform the PSC when I would not be available for interview?
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Answer |
Yes, it
is very important that you inform the PSC of such cases, as
early as possible. |
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| 2. |
Question |
Do I need
to inform the office if I cannot come for interview? |
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Answer |
Yes, provided
you have valid reasons, you have to inform the office
immediately if you are not able to attend an interview. |
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| 3. |
Question |
Can I suggest
another date to be fixed for me for the interview? |
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Answer |
Yes, if
the proposed date is within a reasonable period and convenient
to the Commission, arrangement may be made for you to be reconvened
on or about that date. However, evidence justifying your request
should be produced. |
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| 4. |
Question |
Is there
a reason why I may not be convened for an interview, even when
I satisfy the qualification requirements
prescribed for the post? |
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Answer |
Yes, only
the best qualified candidates are usually called
for an
interview. |
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| 5. |
Question |
If I am
not convened for an interview, can I know the reason? |
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Answer |
There can
be various reasons for an applicant not being convened for an
interview. The applicant may |
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(i) |
not possess
all the required qualifications specified in the advertisement. |
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(ii) |
not meet the age criteria
(e.g. overage) |
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(iii) |
not have attained the
required standard or pass level at a prior examination (written,
practical Physical Measurement Test, Physical Aptitude Test)
organized by the PSC/DFSC for the post applied for. |
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(iv) |
may not be among the
best qualified candidates for the post. |
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| 6. |
Question |
How do I
get prepared for an interview? |
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Answer |
Make sure
that you have understood the requirements of the Scheme of Service
and the exact nature of the post for which you are applying.
Be appropriately dressed and punctual for the interview. Answer
questions in an audible, convincing and articulate manner. Avoid
irrelevance and tendency to give lengthy answers to questions.
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| 1. |
Question |
If I am
offered an appointment and cannot assume duty on the date fixed,
can I request for a delay? |
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Answer |
Yes a reasonable delay
may be applied for with justifications. You may consult the
Ministry/Department concerned in this respect. |
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| 2. |
Question |
Is it possible for someone
to be offered employment at a later stage, after all the vacancies
initially reported have already been filled? |
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Answer |
Yes, if and when a
merit list is kept for impending vacancies that may
arise after the initial selection exercise. |
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| 3. |
Question |
Is it possible to know
whether I am short listed for a post? |
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Answer |
No, candidates are
not informed whether they are short listed or not as there is
no guarantee that their services will be enlisted. |
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| 4. |
Question |
If I have been interviewed
for several posts and am subsequently offered employment for
more than one post, can I accept more than one, join in
and then decide which one to choose? |
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Answer |
When an offer of employment
is made, it is normally on a temporary basis for a period of
time in order to assess the suitability of the candidate for
the post. If a candidate opt for another offer of employment,
his/her temporary employment of the
initial post will lapse and he/she cannot revert to the former
post again. |
