Computer Operator Loksewa Syllabus

Computer Operator Syllabus – Lok Sewa Aayog

Nepal Diverse Service, Non-Gazetted First Class Computer Operator / Data Entry Supervisor Competitive Examination Syllabus

Examination Structure

Phase Type Marks
First Phase Written Examination 200
Second Phase Practical Examination 50
Second Phase Interview 30

Paper I – General Awareness & Public Management

General Awareness

  • Geography and Natural Resources of Nepal
  • History, Culture and Society of Nepal
  • Economic Condition and Periodic Plans
  • Biodiversity, Environment and Climate Change
  • Science and Technology Developments
  • Public Health and Nutrition
  • Constitution of Nepal
  • United Nations and Specialized Agencies
  • Regional Organizations (SAARC, BIMSTEC, ASEAN, EU)
  • National and International Current Affairs

Public Management

  • Office Management
  • Office Procedures
  • Record Management
  • Civil Service Act and Regulations
  • Public Service Delivery
  • Human Rights and Good Governance
  • Public Charter
  • Management Principles
  • Human Values and Ethics

Paper I & II – Job Based Knowledge

1. Computer Fundamentals

  • History, Generation and Types of Computers
  • Hardware and Software Concepts
  • Programming Languages
  • Firmware and Cache Memory
  • Multimedia Concepts
  • File Management
  • ASCII and Unicode Standards

2. Operating System

  • Functions and Types of Operating Systems
  • Windows GUI
  • Windows Explorer and File Management
  • Control Panel and System Tools
  • Command Line Operations
  • Creating Shortcuts
  • Disk Management and Backup

3. Word Processing

  • Document Creation and Formatting
  • Tables, Borders and Shading
  • Header, Footer and Page Numbers
  • Mail Merge
  • Spell Check and Grammar Check
  • Document Security
  • Devanagari Font Familiarity

4. Electronic Spreadsheet

  • Workbook and Worksheet Management
  • Cell Formatting
  • Functions and Formulas
  • Sorting and Filtering
  • Charts and Graphs
  • Import and Export Data

5. Database System

  • DBMS Concepts
  • Tables, Fields and Records
  • Relationships and Indexing
  • Queries, Forms and Reports
  • Data Validation

6. Presentation System

  • Slide Creation and Formatting
  • Animations and Slide Shows
  • Charts, Tables and Organization Charts

7. Web Designing & Social Media

  • HTML Basics
  • Working with Links, Images and Tables
  • CSS Basics
  • CMS Introduction
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Government Use of Social Media

8. Computer Network

  • Network Types and Topologies
  • Network Devices
  • IP Addressing and DNS
  • Internet and WWW
  • Cloud Services

9. Cyber Security

  • Cyber Security Basics
  • Malware, Phishing and Spyware
  • Firewall, IDS and IPS
  • Email Filtering
  • Digital Signature

10. Hardware Maintenance & Troubleshooting

  • Power Supply and BIOS Configuration
  • Display Devices
  • Connector Types
  • Peripheral Troubleshooting
  • Operating System Installation
  • Device Driver Installation
  • Data Backup

11. Relevant Legislations & Institutions

  • ICT Policy 2072
  • Electronic Transaction Act 2063
  • ITERT Directive 2075
  • Government Website Directive 2078
  • MoCIT and DoIT Roles
  • National Information Technology Center
  • Security Operation Center

Topic-wise MCQ Distribution

Topic No. of Questions
Computer Fundamentals3
Operating System2
Word Processing4
Electronic Spreadsheet3
Database Management System3
Presentation System2
Web Designing & Social Media2
Computer Network2
Cyber Security3
Hardware Maintenance2
Legislations & Institutions4

Practical Examination

Topic Marks
Devanagari Typing5
English Typing5
Word Processing12
Electronic Spreadsheet12
Database Management System6
Presentation System5
Web Page Designing5
Total Practical Marks: 50
Total Time: 45 Minutes

Typing Skill Test

Devanagari Typing

Candidates are evaluated based on Correct Words Per Minute (CWPM). Full marks are awarded for typing 35 or more correct words per minute.

English Typing

Candidates are evaluated based on Correct Words Per Minute (CWPM). Full marks are awarded for typing 40 or more correct words per minute.

Formula:

Correct Words Per Minute = (Total Words Typed − Wrong Words) ÷ 5

Official Reference

Source: PSC Official Syllabus PDF

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