Autonomy Key to Timely BCS Exams, Speakers Stress at BPSC Dialogue

Dr. Asif Nazrul, Honourable Adviser, Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, stated, "The proposed reforms give us hope that the future of public service recruitment will be fairer and more inclusive. With more opportunities and a narrowing gap between public and private jobs, the BCS process can finally overcome its struggles."

Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan, Honourable Adviser for the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, shared, "Bangladesh needs demand skilled, ethical, and innovative civil servants. A merit-based BPSC is the foundation for this transformation."

Stefan Liller, UNDP Resident Representative, emphasised that the Commission symbolises fairness, opportunity, and trust for millions. "The Public Service Commission is more than an examination body. For society at large, it is a litmus test of trust in public institutions, based on integrity and meritocracy."

He further added, "UNDP is proud to be partnering with BPSC on this transformation journey. Through the Strengthening Institutions, Policies and Services (SIPS) Project partnership, supported by the Government of Switzerland, we are working to accelerate reform, introduce new methodologies, and strengthen institutional capacity".

Expressing strong support Diepak Elmer, Deputy Head of Mission and Head of Cooperation at the Embassy of Switzerland, said, "Switzerland is proud to support Bangladesh in strengthening institutions that build public trust and safeguard meritocracy."

In his welcome remarks, Professor Dr. Mobasser Monem, Chairman of BPSC, reaffirmed the Commission's commitment to restoring public trust.

Presenting the keynote, Dr. Chowdhury Saima Ferdous, Member of BPSC, outlined the roadmap ahead, including digital innovations, modern assessment methods, and institutional strengthening.

The dialogue brought together Advisers, senior officials, academics, development partners, and media to review BPSC's progress and outline next steps for transparent, merit-based recruitment.

Public Administration Ministry Senior Secretary Md Mokhlesur Rahman and Professor Dr. M. Sohel Rahman, Member, BPSC, also spoke at the dialogue.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks from Md. Sanwar Jahan Bhuiyan, PhD, Secretary of BPSC.

As part of this reform journey, UNDP through its Strengthening Institutions, Policies, and Services (SIPS) Project, supported by the Government of Switzerland, has been working closely with BPSC to introduce competency-based interviews, digital innovations to improve exam security and efficiency, and the establishment of an Assessment Centre to modernize recruitment practices. This partnership reflects UNDP's long-standing commitment to support Bangladesh in building an impartial, transparent, and future-ready civil service.