What’s New & Key Policy Changes
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Common Eligibility Test (CET)
A major change coming into play is the CET by the National Recruitment Agency. Starting 2025, this test is meant to cover many non-technical posts (Group B & C) across central government, public sector banks, and railways. Depending on your qualification (10th, 12th, graduate), there are separate versions of the test. This aims to replace many smaller exams and simplify things for aspirants. Wikipedia -
Stricter Exam Integrity Measures
Exam-conducting bodies like Staff Selection Commission (SSC) are tightening rules. Candidates caught cheating may face immediate disqualification and possibly bans from future exams. Biometric checks, identity verification, and stronger surveillance are more common. The Times of India -
Re-exams & Delays
Some examinations are being redone due to irregularities. For example, the SSC CGL Tier-1 in some centers is being re-held before 26 September 2025. Also, several teacher recruitment exams have revised dates. These changes cause uncertainty, so aspirants need to keep checking official notices. Navbharat Times+1 -
More State-level Exams Announced
Many states are scheduling large exams: UP Police (SI, ASI, Computer Operator) in November; Gujarat holding TET for special educators in October; UP Education Commission has new dates for TGT, PGT teacher recruitment and UPTET. Navbharat Times+2The Times of India+2
Major Exams & Notifications to Watch in Latter Half of 2025
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The IBPS PO Prelims 2025 result is expected by third week of September. The Economic Times
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The CISF PET & PST (Physical Efficiency / Physical Standard Tests) for Constable/Tradesman recruitment will begin from 26 September 2025. Admit cards have already been released. The Times of India
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UP Police exams for Sub-Inspectors, ASIs, and Computer Operators are scheduled in November 2025. Navbharat Times
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The Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for special educators in Gujarat is on 12 October 2025. Meanwhile, UPESC has set dates for TGT and PGT teacher exams (mid-October to December), and UPTET in January 2026. The Times of India+1
Exam / Application Timeline Tips
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Keep track of application deadlines: many central and state job notifications are published with only a few weeks to apply. Missing an application window is one of the common mistakes.
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Download admit cards early. For example, CISF’s PET/PST admit card is already out for some posts. The Times of India
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Be aware of ** exam pattern changes**, syllabus updates, section weightages. With many exams shifting to objective / multiple-choice formats (or updating sections like computer ability, reasoning), prep has to be current.
What Aspirants Should Do Now
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Plan for the CET: Since many non-technical posts will require it, start preparing even if you don’t know exactly when the notification for your level will come.
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Watch state govt notifications because many posts (police, teachers, clerks etc.) are handled by state commissions and they often release their own schedules. Being aware of state exam calendars helps.
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Collect previous year papers and mock tests for each exam you intend to apply—SSC, Police, TET/TGT/PGT, etc. Knowing the pattern helps reduce surprises.
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Document readiness: Educational certificates, caste / category certificates, identity proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID), photographs, etc., should all be current and in order.
Challenges & What To Be Careful About
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Because many exams are being re-done or dates revised, shifting schedules can disrupt your preparation timeline or cause conflict between two exams.
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High competition: more aspirants, more jobs being advertised but also more people applying. Cut-offs may rise or become more competitive.
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Transparency & fairness: With stricter rules against malpractice, ensuring your exam centers, identity verification etc. are clean is important. But sometimes ambiguous notices or delays in announcements can create confusion.
Conclusion
2025 is a pretty dynamic year for government job aspirants in India. The CET idea, tighter exam rules, and many state-level & central exams lined up mean opportunity + competition both are high. If you stay updated, keep checking official sites, mark the exam dates and deadlines, practise well, you can ride these changes to your advantage rather than get surprised by them.