Kaduna State Civil Service Examination Past Questions – Registration for Kaduna State CSC exams for 2022/2023 is ongoing from Thursday 22nd December, 2022 to Friday 6th January, 2023. 2022 Civil Service Examinations (CSE) will be Computer Based Test (CBT) and shall be conducted by ICT centre of Kaduna State University.
Officers in Administrative officer and State Counsel Cadres shall sit for papers A, B, C, D, E while other cadres will sit for papers A, B & E only.
The examination is scheduled to hold between Monday 9th January- Thursday 12th January, 2023 across the three centres simultaneously.
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We have provided our esteem readers with some past questions of the Kaduna State CSC examination which will guide them in writing the 2022 CSE exams.
Candidates should note the passed CSC exams was paper based exam (PPT) and all the questions were Essay which will be different from 2022 exams that is going to be computer based test (CBT).
Below are some of the past questions, and we are going to provide you with more of them.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION (AUGUST 2010)
SUBJECT: CIVIL SERVICE RULES AND FINANCIAL INSTRUCTIONS
TIME ALLOWED: 2 HRS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS IN ALL. [ANY TWO (2) FROM SECTION A, & ANY TWO (2) FROM SECTION B]
SECTION A – CIVIL SERVICE RULES AND REGULATIONS
Q1. Alhaji Musa John is a Computer Technologist with the Kaduna State Ministry of Science and Technology whose services is demanded urgently by the Federal Ministry of Information for the 2011 Election publicity.
Explain to him the difference between Secondment and Leave of Absence, and which one he
should seek.
Q2. With particular reference to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations, write informed notes with examples on the following;
a. Inter-Appointment Transfers.
b. Inter-Cadre Transfers.
c. Inter-Departmental Transfers.
Q3. a. What do you understand by ‘Civil Service?
b. Explain the basic functions of the Civil Service.
SECTION B – FINANCIAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. a. List and explain the problems affecting adequacy in revenue generation in Kaduna State.
b. Suggest practical ways by which these problems can be solved.
Q2. a. What is a Cash Office?
b. Explain any five (5) functions of the Cash Office.
Q3. a What is a Payment Voucher?
b. List and explain any five (5) features of Payment Voucher.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD DECEMBER, 2020 EXAMINATION
GROUP B: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
DATE: 9TH DECEMBER, 2020
TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS
Q1. Local Government in Kaduna State are made up of some designated departments. Identify the departments and explain the functions of any two.
Q2. Local Government Service Board is a state agency responsible for performing some functions to the Local Governments. Identify the duties of
the Local Government Service Board.
Q3. The debate on the autonomy for Local Government has been on for quite
Some time. What are your views for or against the Local Government Autonomy?
Q4. Nigeria is a Federal State having three tiers of government. In what ways
will the activities of Local Governments be felt more by the people at the
grass root.
Q5. Discuss the relevant issues of Primary Health Care under one roof.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD DECEMBER, 2020 EXAMINATION
GROUP E: GENERAL PAPER.
DATE: 9TH DECEMBER, 2020
TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS
Q1. Kaduna State Government has recently hosted the fifth edition of State
Investment Forum (KADINVEST 5.0). Identify the likely benefits of the event to the Economy of the State.
Q2. Corona Virus is a medical challenge that has affected the whole world. What are the major impacts of the pandemic on the Nigerian economy?
Q3. Write the full meaning of the following abbreviations:
(a) SUBEB
(b) KADCHMA
(c) KADRA
(d) KADSACA
(e) KASTLEA
Q4. a. Define the concept of substance abuse.
b. Explain five ways substance abuse can be prevented.
Q5. (a). What is the full meaning of COVID-19?
(b). Identify the symptoms of COVID-19.
(c). Enumerate the precautionary Measures against the contact of
COVID-19.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD, DECEMBER, 2020 EXAMINATION
GROUP A – PAPER 1: PUBLIC SERVICE RULES, GUIDE TO ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCEDURE AND GUIDELINES FOR APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTION AND
DISCIPLINE.
DATE: 10TH DECEMBER, 2020
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS.
Q1. State the conditions a candidate must fulfill before being Eligible for appointment into the Kaduna State civil service.
Q2. Explain briefly the following Public Service Code of Ethics:
i. Discipline
ii. Loyalty
iii. Co-operation
iv. Honesty
v. Industrial
Q3 a. Outline the privileges an unconfirmed Officer cannot enjoy in the Public Service.
b. Write short notes on the following:
Transfer of Service Secondment
Q4 a. Give the full meaning of APER.
b. Explain Five (5)) objectives of completing APERs.
Q5. Write the full meaning of the following abbreviations:-
(i) PSR (ii). KIV (iii). BC (iv). TY
(V). BU (iv). TY (vii). ABC (viii). FFA
(ix). FYR (x). FIO
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD, DECEMBER, 2020 EXAMINATION
GROUP A- PAPER II: FINANCIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND GOVERNMENT STORES REGULATIONS
DATE: 10TH DECEMBER, 2020
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer question four and any three questions.
Q1. What are the procedures for the preparation of annual budget in Kaduna
State?
Q2. What are the duties and responsibilities of revenue collectors as contained in the Financial Instructions?
Q3. (a) Define Imprest.
(b) Identify and discuss the two classes of imprest.
Q4. (a) Define Stores
(b) Identify the types of store houses in the public service.
Q5. Identify the responsibilities of Officers in charge of store houses in Ministries, Departments and Agencies of Government.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD, DECEMBER, 2018 EXAMINATION
GROUP A – PAPER II: FINANCIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND GOVERNMENT STORES REGULATIONS
DATE: 21ST DECEMBER, 2018
TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer question five and any three questions.
Q1. “The essence of budget is to ensure prudent management of expected
resources within a given period of time”. Discuss.
Q2. Identify and explain 5 sources of Government revenue.
Q3. (a) What is an Imprest?
(b) Explain the types of imprest.
Q4 (a) Differentiate between Loans and Advances.
(b) What are the necessary conditions for obtaining a loan in Government
establishments?
5. Write short notes on any three (3) of the following:
a. Non-consumable Stores
b. Non-expendable Stores.
c. Allocated Stores.
d. Unallocated Stores.
e. Consumable Stores.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD, DECEMBER, 2018 EXAMINATION
GROUP B: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
DATE: 20TH DECEMBER, 2018
TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS
Q1. The Governments that are closer to the people are the Local Governments. In
the light of this, discuss the functions of the Local Government Councils in Kaduna State.
Q2. The introduction of presidential system at the Local Government level in
Kaduna State has attracted lots of comments. What are the basic differences between the old system and the present one?
Q3. State the main functions of two of the following MDAS:
a. Ministry of Local Government Affairs.
b. Local Government Service Board.
c. Office of the Auditor General Local Government.
d. State Independent Electoral Commission.
Q4. Discuss the relationship between Ministry of Local Government Affairs
and Local Government Service Board.
Q5. Kaduna State Government has granted autonomy to Local Governments
State. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD, DECEMBER, 2018 EXAMINATION
GROUP E: GENERAL PAPER
DATE: 20TH DECEMBER, 2018
TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER QUESTION TWO AND ANY THREE QUESTIONS
Q1. The major security challenge Nigeria is facing today is the issue of insurgency
in the North East. What is the socio-economic implication of this to the
country?
Q2. The strike action embarked upon by Academic Staff Union of Universities
(ASUU) has lingered for quite a long time. Discuss its implications on our educational system.
Q3. Write the full meaning of the following abbreviations:
a. KADFAMA
b. KADIPA
c. KADRA
d. KADSACA
e. KASTLEA
a. Define the concept of substance abuse.
b. Explain five ways substance abuse can be prevented.
Q4. Explain the relevance of Information and Communication Technology to the improvement of the Kaduna State Civil Service.
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD, DECEMBER, 2018 EXAMINATION
GROUP A – PAPER I: PUBLIC SERVICE RULES, GUIDE TO ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCEDURE AND GUIDELINES FOR APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTION AND DISCIPLINE.
DATE: 21ST DECEMBER, 2018
TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS
Q1. List and explain any five (5) of the Public Service Code of Ethics you know.
Q2. What is the composition and functions of the Personnel Management
Board (SSC) in a Ministry?
Q3. Name and briefly explain any three (3) ways of disengagement from the Public Service.
Q4 a. Give the full meaning of APER.
b. Explain five (5) objectives of completing APERS.
Q5. Write the full meaning of the following abbreviations:-
i. B.U ii.kiv iii. abc iv. tna v. fna
vi. ffna vii. ffd viii. sfs ix. P x. Pp
KADUNA STATE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION BOARD, DECEMBER, 2020 EXAMINATION
GROUP B: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
DATE: 9TH DECEMBER, 2020
TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ANY FOUR QUESTIONS
Q1. Local Government in Kaduna State are made up of some designated departments. Identify the departments and explain the functions of any
Q2. Local Government Service Board is a state agency responsible for performing some functions to the Local Governments. Identify the duties of
the Local Government Service Board.
Q3. The debate on the autonomy for Local Government has been on for quiteSome time. What are your views for or against the Local Government Autonomy?
Q4. Nigeria is a Federal State having three tiers of government. In what ways
will the activities of Local Governments be felt more by the people at the
grass root.
Q5. Discuss the relevant issues of Primary Health Care under one roof.
LIST SOME ACRONYMS WITH MEANINGS AS FREQUENTLY USED
IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE.
FR – Financial Regulation
PSR – Public Service Rules
SRV – Store Receipt Voucher
LPO – Local Purchase Order
LPC – Last pay Certificate
COA – Chart of Account
DTA – Duty Tour Account
STV – Store Issue voucher
ATTRS – Accounting Transaction, Recording and Reporting Systmem
PV – Payment Voucher
DVA – department Vote Expenditure Account
ABC – At back cover
AFC – At front cover
A/C – Account
AYC – At Your Convenience
C/F – Carried Forward
B/F – Brought Forward
C/O – Care of
CAP – Chapter (especially in matters of law)
DVEA – Department vote Expenditure Allocation
KIV – Keep in view
MISC – Miscellaneous
N.F.A. – No Further Action
ENC. – Enclosure
F&PA – File and put away
E.T.C.- and so on
E.g. – for example
F.I.O. – For information Only
FYC – For Your consideration
F.N.A.- Necessary For Action
OSUF – Office of Head of Government of the Federation
HOCSF – Head of Civil Service of the Federation
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