FPSC Test Fee Guide
Everything you need to know about the Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) application and test fee: indicative fee amounts, deposit methods, the online application process, documents required, refund rules, and common mistakes to avoid.
Fee by Application Type
| Application Type | Indicative Fee |
|---|---|
| General Recruitment (test or screening) | Rs 300 |
| CSS Written Examination | Rs 2,200 |
Fee amounts are indicative and may be revised by FPSC. Always confirm the exact fee in the official advertisement before depositing.
How to Deposit the Fee
- Deposit in any branch of the National Bank of Pakistan or the State Bank of Pakistan using the prescribed FPSC challan form.
- Pay through mobile banking using the FPSC biller or reference option, where available.
- Use the 1Link network at an ATM or through your bank app.
- Keep the original deposit receipt safe — you may be asked to show it during verification.
- Note the deposit date and transaction reference on your copy for your own record.
Step-by-Step Online Application
- Open the official FPSC website and go to the online application section.
- Read the advertisement carefully and select the post you want to apply for.
- Fill in your personal details, education, and experience exactly as per your certificates.
- Upload a recent photograph and enter the test fee deposit details.
- Submit the application and note your application number. Print the confirmation for your record.
Documents Needed
- CNIC (front and back) or a valid identity document.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Degrees and certificates for your education claims.
- Experience certificates, where the post requires experience.
- Original test fee deposit receipt.
- Domicile certificate, where required.
Fee Refund and Adjustment Rules
- The FPSC test fee is generally not refunded.
- The fee is not transferable to another examination or another candidate.
- A wrongly deposited fee or an extra payment is only adjusted under FPSC rules and conditions, so check the amount before depositing.
- If your application is rejected for any reason, the fee is normally not returned.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Depositing the wrong amount or paying twice.
- Losing the original deposit receipt.
- Applying for the wrong post or wrong test center.
- Entering name or date of birth differently from your CNIC.
- Waiting until the last date and missing the deadline because of bank hours.
- Using an expired photograph or unclear document scans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The fee for a general recruitment application to the Federal Public Service Commission is around Rs 300. This amount is indicative and may change, so confirm the fee on the official FPSC advertisement before depositing.
The fee for the CSS written examination is around Rs 2,200. Fees are indicative and revised from time to time, so always check the latest FPSC notice or advertisement.
The FPSC test fee can be deposited in any branch of the National Bank of Pakistan or State Bank of Pakistan, through mobile banking, or via the 1Link network. Keep the original deposit receipt safe, as you may need it later.
FPSC test fees are generally not refunded, and the fee is not transferable to another examination or another candidate. A wrongly deposited fee or an extra payment can usually be adjusted only under FPSC rules, so deposit carefully.
Disclaimer: Fee amounts and procedures are indicative and may change. Always verify the fee, deposit method, and deadlines on the official FPSC website before applying.