QUETTA: The Balochistan Assembly has taken a positive step for the province’s youth by increasing the number of attempts allowed for the Public Service Commission (PSC) examinations to five.
The resolution, presented by Mir Younus Aziz Zehri, Zabad Ali Reki, and other members, was passed with a clear majority in the house.
The decision aims to provide students of Balochistan with equal opportunities compared to candidates from other provinces.
Allowing five chances will enable young aspirants to prepare more effectively. This initiative marks an important move towards ensuring a brighter future for the youth of Balochistan.
Over the past decade, the Provincial Civil Service (PCS) exams in Balochistan have faced repeated delays, controversies, and management challenges.
The exams, which were often postponed or irregularly scheduled, sparked frustration among thousands of candidates.
In 2018, serious allegations of irregularities, paper errors, and biased evaluation led to widespread protests.
The absence of a modern syllabus and unclear marking criteria further fueled mistrust in the system.
Despite these setbacks, the exams remained a key route for aspiring officers, with thousands competing for limited posts in recent sessions.
In recent years, efforts have been made to bring transparency and inclusivity to the process.
The 2023 PCS exam saw record participation, with over 17,000 candidates applying for 122 posts.
In 2025, history was made when Kashish Chaudhary became the first Hindu woman from Balochistan to qualify as an Assistant Commissioner, marking a milestone in representation.
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While the system still requires reforms in syllabus modernization and fair evaluation, the last ten years reflect both the struggles and gradual progress of the PCS exam in the province.
