Nepal Police Technical ASI Exam Information

Exam Structure and Format

The Nepal Police Technical Police Assistant Inspector (IT/Computer) exam is a comprehensive assessment designed to evaluate candidates' theoretical knowledge, practical skills, physical fitness, and suitability for the role. Understanding the exam structure is crucial for effective preparation.

Exam Stages

Stage 1: Preliminary and Detailed Health Examination

Physical standards assessment including height, weight, chest measurements, and eyesight. A health certificate from an authorized doctor at Nepal Police HQ is required.

Stage 2: Written Examination (200 marks)

Consists of two papers:

  • First Paper: Professional and Service Specific Test (PSST) - 100 marks
    • Multiple Choice Questions: 50 questions × 2 marks = 100 marks
    • Duration: 45 minutes
    • Passing marks: 40
    • 20% negative marking for wrong answers
  • Second Paper: Professional and Service Specific Test (PSST) - 100 marks
    • Subjective Questions:
      • Short Answer Questions: 8 questions × 5 marks = 40 marks
      • Long Answer Questions: 6 questions × 10 marks = 60 marks
    • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
    • Passing marks: 40
Stage 3: Special Health Test

Additional health assessment for qualified candidates.

Stage 4: Practical Examination (50 marks)

Assessment of practical IT skills:

  • Passing marks: 25
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Components:
    • Nepali Typing (Unicode): 10 marks (9 minutes)
    • English Typing: 10 marks (6 minutes)
    • Computer Hardware, Network Fundamentals, and Operating System: 4 marks
    • Word Processing: 10 marks
    • Electronic Spreadsheet: 10 marks
    • Database Management System: 3 marks
    • Presentation: 3 marks
Stage 5: Interview (30 marks)

Final assessment of communication skills, knowledge, and suitability for the role.

Syllabus Breakdown

The syllabus for the Nepal Police Technical ASI exam is divided into three main sections:

1. Computer Fundamentals
  • Computer: Definition, History, Generation, Characteristics, Types, Applications
  • Overview of a computer system (Hardware, Software, Livewire, Firmware)
  • Setting & Protection of Computer Room and Computer
  • Computer-Related threats, remedies, and protection
  • Concept of multimedia
  • File Management basics
  • Computer Networking
  • Introduction to ASCII and Unicode standards
  • Electronic Transaction Act, 2063 B.S.
2. Operating System
  • Introduction, Types, and Functions of Operating Systems
  • Command Line Operations
  • Windows OS components and functions
3. Database System
  • Introduction to Data, Database, and DBMS
  • Basic Concepts of Tables, Fields, Records, Relationships, and Indexing
  • Introduction to database applications

4. Word Processing
  • Concept and Types of Word Processing
  • Document creation, formatting, and management
  • Advanced features (mail merge, macros, security)
5. Electronic Spreadsheet
  • Concepts and Types of Electronic Spreadsheets
  • Data entry, formatting, and analysis
  • Formulas, functions, and charts
6. Presentation System
  • Creating and formatting slides
  • Animations, transitions, and multimedia elements

7. General Knowledge and Nepal Police Service
  • Geography of Nepal
  • History and Culture of Nepal
  • Current Constitution of Nepal 2072
  • Population and Environment
  • Contemporary Events and Current Affairs
  • Background of Nepal Police and Current Status
  • Police Act, 2012, and Police Regulations, 2071
  • Relationship between Nepal Police and other security agencies

Practical Examination Details

The practical examination is a critical component that tests your hands-on IT skills. Here's a detailed breakdown of the practical exam components:

Component Marks Time Details
Nepali Typing (Unicode) 10 9 minutes Marking Scheme:
  • 3.8 to 7.6 correct words/minute: 1 mark
  • 7.6 to 11.4 correct words/minute: 2 marks
  • 11.4 to 15.2 correct words/minute: 3 marks
  • 15.2 to 19 correct words/minute: 4 marks
  • 19 to 22.8 correct words/minute: 5 marks
  • 22.8 to 26.6 correct words/minute: 6 marks
  • 26.6 to 30.4 correct words/minute: 7 marks
  • 30.4 to 35 correct words/minute: 8 marks
  • 35+ correct words/minute: 9 marks
English Typing 10 6 minutes Marking Scheme:
  • 6.67 to 13.34 correct words/minute: 1 mark
  • 13.34 to 20 correct words/minute: 2 marks
  • 20 to 26.68 correct words/minute: 3 marks
  • 26.68 to 33.5 correct words/minute: 4 marks
  • 33.5 to 40 correct words/minute: 5 marks
  • 40+ correct words/minute: 6 marks
Computer Hardware, Network Fundamentals, and Operating System 4 45 minutes (combined) Practical tasks related to hardware identification, network configuration, and operating system operations.
Word Processing 10 Document creation, formatting, and advanced features implementation.
Electronic Spreadsheet 10 Data entry, formula creation, function usage, and chart generation.
Database Management System 3 Database creation, table design, and basic query operations.
Presentation 3 Slide creation, formatting, and adding animations/transitions.
Total 50 60 minutes Passing marks: 25

Exam Quick Facts

  • Total Marks 280
  • Written Exam 200
  • Practical Exam 50
  • Interview 30
  • Negative Marking 20%

Physical Requirements

Candidates must meet the following physical standards:

  • Height: Minimum 5'2" (157.5 cm) for males, 5'0" (152.4 cm) for females
  • Weight: Proportionate to height
  • Chest: Minimum expansion of 2 inches between inhalation and exhalation
  • Eyesight: 6/6 vision with or without correction
  • General Health: No physical disabilities or chronic health conditions

Sample Questions

Multiple Choice Question:

Which function do you use to return the remainder after a number is divided by a divisor?

Short Answer Question:

What is an Operating System? What are the functions of an Operating System?

Sample Answer: An operating system is a software that acts as an interface between computer hardware and the user. It manages computer hardware, software resources, and provides common services for computer programs.

Functions include: memory management, processor management, device management, file management, security, and providing user interface.

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