What are the government job opportunities after completing a UG/PG course in Political Science?

As a student of political science you can pursue your career in various field or else there are several exams for which you can apply with the government of India. You can apply for the exams conducted by the UPSC, SSC, State level PSC, IBPS Bank PO and Clerical exams, other Bank PO and clerical exams etc. You can even try to get jobs with the private sector organization. f you are thinking to get a job based on political science then the scope is wide and you can choose from a wide range of job profile like, Activist, Administration in Corporate or Government or Non-Profit organization, Online Political Data Analyst, Budget Examiner or Analyst, Public Affairs Research Analyst, Public Opinion Analyst, Research Analyst, State Legislator, Survey Analyst, Systems Analyst, University Administrator, University Professor, Banking Analyst or Executive, Campaign Operative, Career Counselor, Editor, Online Political Journal, Federal Government Analyst, Free-lance writer, High School Government Teacher, Journalist, Policy Analyst, Political Commentator, etc.

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Hi, There are plethora of opportunities for a political science graduate in government sector. These include- 1) Professor - After competing BA in Political Science one can do MA in Political Science and apply for UGC NET ( National Eligibility Test) for assistant professor in any university across the country. Apart from this, one can pursue B.Ed and become a teacher in a government school. 2) Union and State Public Service Commission - A graduate in Political Science can apply for UPSC and State PSC exam and become grade 1 or grade 2 officer in the government. 3) SSC - another option for a graduate in Political Science is Staff Service Commission, a candidate can apply for various positions like income tax officer, Customs officer, etc. through SSC. 4. Banks/ PSUs/ Railways - One can also apply for IBPS PO , SBI PO, Station Manager and Ticket Checker in Railways. 5) Higher Studies - There is always an option of pursuing higher studies in a different stream such as Law and Management.

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Hi, When you hear of political sciences, you probably think that by studying this subject, you can become a politician. You're not far from the truth. A degree in political sciences can actually help you hold a seat in the Parliament, but it also offers you a wide palette in terms of career opportunities in a diverse range of fields. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in political sciences can prepare you for a diverse range of job opportunities whether it's in the public, private, or non-profit private sectors. These educational courses are ideal for those looking to build a career in education, law, business, politics, government, communications, or journalism. Any educational program in the political science field can prepare you to work and interact with others in a diverse community. It also helps you develop a greater command of critical thinking as well as reading and writing. You can Practice Law, Lobbyist, you can become business expert, be active in Government and politics, Political campaign manager, Report and comment international news in the media and many more.

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Dear, As far as the course of 'Political Science' is concerned, there are very narrow opportunities in government/public sector because if you focus on the scope of the subject matter of political science then you find that it teaches you to be the government not to work for the government. Hence you can work with any political party or any legal organization with this profile. But, still, if you want to get a job in any government entity then the doors of UPSE and other civil services exams are always open for you. In this felid, you can become an IAS, IFS or any other national official. It completely depends on you that how you decide your career. In the context of political science, my suggestion is that you have work with any political party to gain a real time experience of the political world. Various universities like University of Delhi, Indraprastha University, etc., offer political science at UG-PG level. Hope you find this helpful. Best of luck.

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