{"id":315,"date":"2020-10-16T09:52:14","date_gmt":"2020-10-16T05:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goc2020.govmu.org\/psc\/?page_id=315"},"modified":"2021-07-14T11:37:44","modified_gmt":"2021-07-14T07:37:44","slug":"faqs-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/psc.govmu.org\/psc\/?page_id=315","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1603876636274{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><u>Before Applying<u><\/u><\/u><\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;modern&#8221; color=&#8221;peacoc&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 1: Can I apply for various posts on a single form?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867330168-d8abb23c-12e3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<b>Answer<\/b>: No, you can\u00a0 apply only for one post on one form.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 2: Do I have to attach copies of certificates, etc. with the application form?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867330169-1ed36121-59a6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: No. Simply enter the details in the application form. However, the original certificates should to be produced during interview.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 3: Are qualifications obtained just after closing date acceptable?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867643765-39a01b56-fc8e&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer: <\/strong>No. All qualifications should be obtained by the closing date of the advertisement. Furthermore, exams for which results are not yet known need not be indicated in the application form.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 4: Can I type or write additional information and send it together with an application form?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867671211-86f21aee-88cc&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes. You may do so, provided the information is relevant to the post applied for.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 5: Do I have to mention all the qualifications obtained?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867673620-34c0420e-7e31&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes, all qualifications should be mentioned chronologically.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 6: When applying on-line, how can I certify the entries made?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867676037-cd3d48ca-d0de&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: You will be required to certify same at the time of interview.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 7: How do I know whether the alternative qualifications I have entered in the application forms are acceptable to the PSC?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867668796-ddbbca27-e5d8&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: If you have any equivalence certificate you may enclose a photocopy with the application form.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 8: Can I request another person to fill in an application form and submit it on my behalf?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867666452-e142ec37-f545&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: An applicant is required to fill in an application form in person.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 9: How will I know when a post is advertised?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867663998-ba6d3d7e-fa15&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Posts are advertised on local newspapers of wide circulation. Advertisements are affixed at the following places:<\/p>\n<p>On the Notice Board of the Public Service Commission, At the Enquiry Counter of the Ministry of Public Service, Administrative and Institutional Reforms at the Emmanuel Anquetil Building, Port Louis; In all Citizens Advice Bureaux (CAB); and In all Labour Offices. Further they are also broadcast on the public radio channels. You may also view Advertisements on the homepage of this website.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 10: When should I submit an application for a post?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867661540-30ca81ca-b53e&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Whenever a post is advertised, the closing date and time are clearly specified on the advertisement. No late applications are considered.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 11: Can foreigners apply for posts advertised?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867659092-9f8a1880-9d18&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Unless, otherwise specified, posts are opened to Mauritian Nationals only.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 12: Is there any age limit for entry in the public service?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603867656340-abf909ff-12ca&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: The age limit is 18 years and not more than 45 years. The age limit is normally specified in the advertisement.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1603876685452{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><u>After Applying<u><\/u><\/u><\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;modern&#8221; color=&#8221;peacoc&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 1: Do I need to notify the PSC for any change in address after an application is made?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603876697030-8480667e-a17b&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes, it is important that you notify the PSC for any change in address.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 2: How will I know whether my application has been received by the PSC?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603876697031-917d6b85-447f&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: 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).[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 3: Can I call the PSC to know whether I will be called for an interview?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603876850251-097e8c51-e24e&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: No need to do so. Once you are selected for an interview, the Office will contact you.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1603877104670{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><u>Regarding Interview<\/u><\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;modern&#8221; color=&#8221;peacoc&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 1: Do I have to inform the PSC when I would not be available for interview?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603876931184-933c72e9-a42b&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes, it is important that you inform the PSC of such cases, as early as possible.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 2: Do I need to inform the Office if I cannot come for interview?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603876931184-b9bfb013-b276&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes, provided you have valid reasons, you have to inform the Office immediately if you are not able to attend an interview.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 3: Is there a reason why I may not be convened for an interview, even when I satisfy the qualification requirements prescribed for the post?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603877181428-38136052-eb0b&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes, only the best qualified candidates are usually called for an interview.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 4: If I am not convened for an interview, can I know the reason?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603877197981-24bebde2-7f5f&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: There can be various reasons for an applicant not being convened for an interview. The applicant may<\/p>\n<p>(i)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 not\u00a0 possess all the required qualifications specified in the advertisement.<\/p>\n<p>(ii)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 not meet the age criterion (e.g. overage)<\/p>\n<p>(iii)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 not have attained the required standard or pass level at a prior examination\u00a0 (written, practical Physical Measurement Test, Physical Aptitude Test) organized by the PSC\/DFSC for the post applied for.<\/p>\n<p>(iv)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 may not be among the best qualified candidates for the post.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 5: How do I get prepared for an interview?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603877194540-39954711-2d69&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: 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.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1603877373494{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><u>After Interview<\/u><\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;modern&#8221; color=&#8221;peacoc&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Question 1: If I am offered an appointment and cannot assume duty on the date fixed, can I request for a delay?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1603877405904-cba253a1-5b24&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Answer<\/strong>: Yes a reasonable delay may be applied for with justifications. 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