KARACHI:
It has been 54 years since Pakistan started conducting CSS exams for entry into the country’s government services, yet the CSS pass ratio remains dismally low, fluctuating between 1.7% and 2%. Several factors contribute to this issue, including inadequate guidance, misinformation and teachers’ vested interests. Newly passed CSP officers often establish coaching centres and online platforms without proper authorisation, charging exorbitant fees based on fear tactics.
For instance, essay writing is one of the most expensive subjects due to students’ fear of failure. The CSS market also exhibits classism, with poor candidates having a pass ratio of only 3-5%. The market creates a sense of urgency and chaos, prioritising quick service over quality. Unfortunately, the government has failed to regulate these exploitative practices or introduce mechanisms to manage academic fees. Education for the youth is the responsibility of the nation; therefore, the government must address these issues and ensure a fair, quality education system.
Haseeb Ullah
Khairpur Mirs
