This course is held twice a year. A candidate may opt for one of the two sessions. The first session begins in the first week of October and lasts for about 16 weeks. The first session is open for Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Psychology, Political Science and Commerce & Accountancy only. The second session starts from the first week of June and lasts for 15 weeks. The session is open for General Studies, Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Psychology and Political Science