Introduction
Introduction
Purpose and Introduction
Government of Gujarat has started Civil Service Examination Study Centre since September, 1992 at the Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA) Ahmedabad for imparting training to the youth of Gujarat who aspire to join civil services (IAS/IPS/IFS /Group - 1 & 2).
Administrative Wing : Government has sanctioned following post to run this centre :
| Sr. No. | Sanctioned Post |
| 1 | Joint Director |
| 2 | Deputy Section Officer |
| 3 | Typist |
| 4 | Peon cum Driver |
| 5 | Bearer |
| 6 | Cook |
Note :- For strengthening the activity of this centre following officers are also allotted additional charge
| Sr. No. | Sanctioned Post |
| 1 | Deputy Director (Exam) |
| 2 | Research Officer |
Facilities
- Environment
There is a group of around hundred candidates thriving for a single goal. Interaction amongst them fulfils their material plus psychological needs. SPIPA provides a platform for this team work. A campus of 8 acre area of land with plantations and rich grass plots creates a natural environment for study. - Coaching
An integrated coaching which concentrates on all the three stages of Civil Service Examination i.e. Prelim, Mains and Interview. The rich experienced faculties affiliated with SPIPA helpful to candidates not only for General studies but also for optional subjects. - Library
A rich Library equipped with the latest material & books for General Studies and optional subjects of Civil Services Examination. Library is accompanied by a spacious, well ventilated reading room for candidates. A wide range of Magazines and News Papers are also available. - Activities
Regular Coaching through expert faculties for the General studies and Optional Subjects. Series of group discussions and presentations by the candidates on current events are regularly organized. Frequently test on General Studies and Optional subjects Papers and Essay Writing are conducted to check the performance of the candidates.