Downloading LokSewa Aayog (PSC) Exam Admit Cards – Step-by-Step Guide

Public Service Commission (लोक सेवा आयोग) exam admit cards (प्रवेश पत्र) in Nepal are issued online for all levels (federal, provincial, and local). Candidates must download and print these e-admit cards before the exam. Below is a comprehensive guide for each level, including official portals, login steps, and troubleshooting tips.

Federal (Central) PSC Exams – Admit Card Download

The Federal PSC handles exams for central government positions. Admit cards for these exams are available through the PSC’s online application portal. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the Official PSC Portal: Go to the Public Service Commission’s website and click on the “Online Application” link (usually on the home page). This opens the Public Service Recruitment Management System (the e-application portal). You can also directly navigate to psconline1.psc.gov.np (the official online application site).
2. Log In: Enter your registered screen name (username) and password to sign in. (These are the credentials you created when applying; the portal may refer to username as “Screen Name”.) If you forget your password, use the “Forgot Password” option to reset via email. In case you forget your screen name or cannot reset your password, contact the PSC IT support (the central PSC lists help desk numbers like 01-4771517 and 9745618495 for technical issues). Ensure you use a modern browser with JavaScript enabled – the site will not load without it.
3. Navigate to E-Admit Card: After logging in, go to the Home page/dashboard. You will see sections or tabs for “Application Form”, “Fee Payment”, and “E-Admit Card.” Click on E-Admit Card. This will open the admit card section of the portal.
4. Find Your Admit Card: In the E-Admit Card interface, you may need to filter your applications. Set the Payment Status to “Completed” and click the Search button. This will display the list of exams you have applied for (that you have paid for and submitted).

Figure: PSC online portal interface – after selecting Completed and clicking search, your submitted application is listed with an “Admit Card view” link (far right) to download the admit card.

1. Download the Admit Card: In the search results, look for your exam application (identified by Advertisement No. or position). Click the “Admit Card view” link next to it. The system will generate your e-Admit Card in PDF format. (If your application was accepted after scrutiny, the admit card will be available for viewing
2. Print and Save: Your admit card will display your details, the exam name, roll number, exam date and time, etc. Print out the final admit card (black-and-white is usually acceptable, but ensure all details and your photo are clear). It’s a good idea to save the PDF as well. You must bring the printed admit card to the examination center to be allowed to sit for the exam.
3. Check Exam Center Details: Important: The admit card might not always include the exam center (venue) for federal exams. If the venue is not listed on your card, you need to check the “परीक्षा केन्द्र” section on the PSC’s website for the exam center notice. Download the exam center notice PDF and find your roll number in that notice to see which center/venue is assigned to you. (The PSC publishes exam center lists by roll number on their official site.) Always verify your exam location well in advance.

Provincial Level PSC Exams – Admit Card Download

After Nepal’s federalization, each province has its own Public Service Commission (Province PSC) for provincial and local government positions. The process to obtain admit cards from provincial PSCs is similar to the federal process, but you will use the respective province’s portal:

1. Find the Provincial PSC Portal: Identify the official website/portal of the province where you applied. Each Province PSC has an online system (often called “Online Recruitment Management System” or similar). For example:
2. Koshi Province (Province 1): psc.koshi.gov.np (info site) and psconline.p1.gov.np (application portal).
3. Madhesh Province (Province 2): ppsc.p2.gov.np (info) and ppsconline.p2.gov.np (portal).
4. Bagmati Province (Province 3): spsc.bagamati.gov.np (info) and ppsconline.bagamati.gov.np (portal).
5. Gandaki Province (Province 4): ppsc.gandaki.gov.np (info) and onlineppsc.gandaki.gov.np (portal).
6. Lumbini Province (Province 5): ppsc.lumbini.gov.np (info) and ppsconline.lumbini.gov.np (portal).
7. Karnali Province (Province 6): ppsc.karnali.gov.np (info) and ppsconline.karnali.gov.np (portal).
8. Sudurpaschim Province (Province 7): psc.sudurpashchim.gov.np (info) and ppsconline.sudurpashchim.gov.np (portal).

(Log In to Province Portal: Use the account credentials you created for that province’s PSC portal to sign in. (Accounts are typically separate for each province’s system – your federal PSC login won’t work on a provincial portal, so use the username/password for that specific province.) If you are a first-time user, you would need to register on that portal with your email and details (usually done when applying for the job). The login process and interface are very similar to the central PSC’s system.

1. Access Admit Card Section: After login, look for the Admit Card (प्रवेश पत्र) or E-Admit Card option. This might be under a menu (often on the Home dashboard or in your profile section). For example, on these portals you may see tabs for applications, payments, and admit cards just like the central system. Click on the E-Admit Card or related button.
2. Retrieve the Admit Card: Select the relevant advertisement/exam from your list of applications. If there is a filter, choose “Completed” or “Paid” applications and hit Search (as you did for the central PSC). Then click the “Admit Card View” link or button for that exam to open your admit card. The admit card will show your personal details, the exam title, your roll number, etc. Provincial e-admit cards often do include the exam center name and address as well, since provincial PSCs typically assign centers within the province. (For example, Bagmati Province PSC admit cards list the exam center, as they noted in a 2022 notice after fixing a technical issue with center info.) If the exam center isn’t on the admit card, check the province PSC’s website for an exam-center notice by roll number, similar to the federal process.
3. Print the Admit Card: Print out the admit card and keep it safe. You must bring the printed admit card and a valid photo ID (citizenship or other government-issued ID) on exam day. The instructions from provincial PSCs also emphasize that no candidate is admitted to the exam without the admit card. It’s wise to print it early and verify all details (your name, photo, roll number, exam venue, date and time). If you spot any errors or have issues downloading, contact the provincial PSC office promptly.

Local Level Exams (Municipalities)

Local government (municipal level) vacancies are generally filled through the Provincial PSCs. There isn’t a separate nationwide portal for local-level admit cards – instead, candidates who applied for jobs in a municipality or rural municipality should get their admit cards from the same provincial PSC system of their province. The steps are the same as above for provincial exams.

• Identify the Recruiting Body: Check which PSC advertised the local level position. For example, if Bagmati Province PSC announced a vacancy for a certain municipality, the admit card will be available on ppsconline.bagamati.gov.np under that advertisement. (Provincial PSCs handle “प्रदेश निजामती सेवा/स्थानীয় सरकारी सेवा”, meaning provincial civil service and local government service exams.)
• Download via Provincial Portal: Log in to the province’s portal, find the admit card as explained, and print it. The admit card for a local-level exam will similarly contain your details and roll number. The exam center will typically be within the local area or province – check the admit card or province PSC notice for the exact location.
• If a Local PSC Exists: In rare cases, a large municipality may have its own Public Service Commission. If your exam is conducted by a local PSC (e.g., Kathmandu Metropolitan City had discussed forming its own PSC), you would need to use the system or website they provide. Always refer to the exam notice: it will mention how to obtain the admit card. (As of now, most local exams are through provincial PSCs.)

Tips, Troubleshooting & Important Notes

• Account Credentials: Keep your PSC portal usernames and passwords secure. If you forget your password, use the “Forgot Password” feature on the portal to reset it via your email. If you forget your username (screen name) or did not receive/reset your password, you may contact the respective PSC’s support. For instance, the central PSC’s helpdesk can be reached by phone (e.g., 01-4771517). Provincial PSC offices also publish contact info; e.g., Karnali PSC lists phone and email contacts for candidate inquiries. Do this well before the exam if you need help recovering your login.
• Technical Issues (Server Error/Loading Problems): The online portals can be slow or unresponsive especially when many candidates are trying to download admit cards at once. If you encounter errors or a blank page:
• Try using a different web browser or device. Use an updated browser (Chrome, Firefox, etc.) and make sure JavaScript is enabled (the application system won’t run without it).
• Try accessing during off-peak hours (late night or early morning) when the server might be less busy.
• Clear your browser cache or use “Incognito/Private” mode if the page isn’t loading properly.

• If the problem persists, contact the PSC IT support or visit the PSC office for assistance.
• Printing Issues: After downloading the PDF admit card, if you don’t have a printer at home, you can copy the file to a USB drive or email it to yourself and print at a local cyber café or photocopy center. The admit card does not need color printing – a clear B/W print is acceptable. Ensure the photograph, barcode (if any), and text on the admit card are legible. It’s wise to print an extra copy as backup.
• Forgot to Download Until Late: Admit cards are usually available from the moment the exam schedule and roll numbers are published (often a week or two before the exam date). There is no hard cutoff online – you can typically download it up to the exam day. However, do not wait until the last minute in case of technical glitches. PSC notices advise candidates who cannot download/print their card to visit the commission’s office at least one day before the exam to get a copy. For example, if your exam is on Friday, you should get any issues resolved by Thursday, as you likely won’t be allowed to print at the center on exam day.
• Information on Admit Card: Your e-admit card will contain your personal details (name, address, etc.), roll number, exam details (exam title, level, subjects/papers, date and time), and instructions. Federal PSC admit cards might not list the venue, whereas provincial ones often do. Always cross-verify the exam center: if it’s printed on the card, note the address; if not, use the roll number to find the center from the official notice. Also, check if there are any special instructions on the admit card (e.g., reporting time, items banned in exam hall, COVID protocols, etc.).
• Language of Websites: The PSC websites and portals are primarily in Nepali. Menu labels like “परीक्षा केन्द्र” (Exam Centers), “प्रवेश पत्र” (Admit Card), “अनलाइन दरखास्त” (Online Application) are in Nepali. Some sites provide an English toggle for the interface – for example, the Bagmati Province PSC site has an “English” option on the menu– but even with English selected, much of the content (notices, form fields) may remain in Nepali. If you cannot read Nepali, consider using a browser translation feature or seek help to navigate. Familiarize yourself with key terms: प्रवेश पत्र means admit card, रोल नं. means roll number, परीक्षा केन्द्र means exam center, etc.
• Troubleshooting Login Issues: Many candidates face login issues. If your account gets locked or you don’t remember your credentials, do not panic. Use the recovery options provided on the portal first. If those fail, reach out to the PSC. The forum discussions show candidates frequently forgetting their “Master ID” or screen name – to avoid this, keep a note of your login info when you register. The Master ID is a unique number assigned to you (visible in your profile); however, you log in with the screen name, not the Master ID. If you lost your confirmation email, check your spam folder or contact PSC with personal details to retrieve your account.
• Contacting PSC Offices: Each PSC (federal or provincial) has contact information for candidate support. For technical portal problems, the central PSC’s IT section can guide you, and provincial PSCs have their own helplines. If you need to physically visit, go during office hours with a valid ID and, if possible, your application details (like application number or Master ID). As a last resort, they can issue a duplicate admit card if you couldn’t download it. Remember that on exam day, PSC offices might be closed or unable to help, so resolve issues in advance.
• Deadlines and Timing: Download your admit card as soon as it’s available. Typically, admit cards are released after the exam schedule is published – often 10–15 days before the exam. For example, if an exam is scheduled for [Date], the admit cards/roll numbers might be out by [Date – 2 weeks] (this can vary). Always keep track of PSC notices: they might not individually notify you, so it’s your responsibility to check the website or your portal account for updates. Mark any relevant dates (exam date, admit card release, etc.) on your calendar.

By following the above steps for the correct level (federal or your province) and keeping these tips in mind, you should be able to easily download and print your Lok Sewa Aayog exam admit card. Double-check all information on the card, and don’t forget to carry it, along with an ID, on exam day. Good luck on your exam!

Sources:

• Public Service Commission (PSC) official online portal usage guidelines (steps to obtain and print e-admit card).
• Smart Tayari Forum – Suggestion to download e-admit card from psconline and check exam center notice.
• Bagmati Province PSC Notice (2078) – about re-downloading admit cards after fixing exam center info.
• Karnali Province PSC exam notice – instructing candidates to obtain admit card (or a copy) at least one day before the exam.
• Official Provincial PSC Portals (examples: ppsconline.bagamati.gov.np, ppsconline.lumbini.gov.np) and info sites.
• Collegenp article on Lok Sewa Aayog online application/admit card process
• Edcopy guide on printing Lok Sewa Aayog admit card (illustrating portal interface)
• Smart Tayari discussion forum – common user queries about forgotten credentials.
• Bagmati PSC website interface (English toggle and menus).
• Contact info from Karnali PSC notice (for candidate assistance).

NOTE: (For e-admit card and exam center) 1.Print e-admit card from www.psconline.gov.np (Login>Home>E-admit Card) 2.Download the exam center notice from www.psc.gov.np (on परीक्षा केन्द्र) 3.Then check your exam center from your Roll number which is given to e-admit card..