Top 10 Government Exams to Apply for After Graduation

After completing your graduation, some of the most competitive and rewarding government jobs become accessible to you. Here are the top 10 government exams you can apply for after graduation.

1. UPSC CIVIL SERVICES EXAMINATION (IAS/IPS/IFS)
The most prestigious government exam in India. Offers entry into IAS, IPS, IFS, and Allied Services. Three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Personality Test. Any graduate can apply. Requires 12–18 months of dedicated preparation.

2. SSC CGL (COMBINED GRADUATE LEVEL)
Fills posts like Tax Assistant, Auditor, Sub-Inspector (CBI), and Section Officer. One of the most popular graduate-level government exams in India.

3. IBPS PO (PROBATIONARY OFFICER)
Entry into a career as a Bank Probationary Officer in public sector banks. Excellent pay, perquisites, and career growth. Three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview.

4. RRB NTPC (NON-TECHNICAL POPULAR CATEGORIES)
For graduate-level railway posts including Station Master, Goods Guard, and Junior Clerk. Extremely popular due to large vacancies.

5. STATE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (PCS) EXAMS
Every state has its own PSC for State Administrative Services. UPPSC, MPSC, BPSC, RPSC offer posts like Sub-Divisional Magistrate and Deputy Collector.

6. NDA AND CDS (COMBINED DEFENCE SERVICES)
Conducted by UPSC. Entry into Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force as commissioned officers. Three stages: Written Exam, SSB Interview, Medical Test.

7. SBI PO (STATE BANK OF INDIA PROBATIONARY OFFICER)
One of the most competitive banking exams. SBI is the largest public sector bank with excellent career prospects.

8. LIC AAO (ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER)
Excellent salary, stability, and career growth in the insurance sector under Life Insurance Corporation of India.

9. EPFO ENFORCEMENT OFFICER / ACCOUNTS OFFICER
Central government administrative role under Employees' Provident Fund Organisation recruited through SSC.

10. AUDITOR POSTS VIA SSC CGL
Posts under the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) — premium central government role with excellent job security.

Smart Planning Tip: Many of these exams share a similar syllabus. A 6-month preparation plan covering Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, and GK can make you competitive across multiple exams.

KEY TAKEAWAY: Graduation opens multiple doors to prestigious government careers. Identify your target exam, start preparing early, and apply consistently.