The Kerala State Civil Service Academy has churned out as many as 252 civil servants, including a top rank holder, since its inception in 2005.

The Kerala State Civil Service Academy, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary, can look back with pride as it had churned out as many as 252 civil servants, including a top rank holder, since its inception in 2005. So it is not surprising that the number of candidates enrolling for coaching at the academy is only growing.

In 2005, when it was established, only eight among a handful of candidates managed to enter the service. Now, in its tenth year, more than 400 aspirants have enrolled for various batches. Last year, 35 students cleared the examination.

“We are witnessing a steady rise in the number of students joining the academy. The examination is no more considered a hard nut to crack. Instead, students feel that with the right approach and perseverance, clearing the exam is not a hard task,” said P.M. Rajeev, course co-ordinator at the academy.

Taking into account the growing number of aspirants, the government has decided to construct a new building for the institute at Charachira, near Nanthancode. Chief Minister Oommen Chandy laid the foundation for the new building here on Thursday.

The three-storey building will have all modern facilities. The building, which will be constructed at a cost of Rs.3.43 crore, will also have a hostel for girl students.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu /  Home> National> Kerala / by Staff Reporter / August 07th, 2015