If you dream of joining the Nepal Army as an officer, then the Officer Cadet post is your golden opportunity. What makes it special? It’s the only officer-level position you can apply for just after completing your +2 (Class 12).

Every year, thousands of students try their luck, but only a few make it. Why? Because the selection process is tough, and you need to prepare smartly. In this guide, we’ll break down the complete Officer Cadet syllabus and exam process so that you know exactly what to expect.

????Officer Cadet Selection Process

The journey to becoming an Officer Cadet is not just about books—it tests your body, mind, and personality. Here are the stages you’ll go through:

• 1. Bearing & Pre-Medical Check
• 2. Physical Test (running, push-ups, sit-ups, dips, etc.)
• 3. IQ Test
• 4. Written Exam
• 5. Psychology Test (TO, GTO, IO)
• 6. Board Medical
• 7. Interview

Out of all these stages, there are two written exams:

• IQ Test (conducted by Nepal Army)

• Loksewa Written Exam (conducted by Public Service Commission)

IQ Test Syllabus (Nepal Army)

The IQ test is all about checking your mental sharpness and how quickly you can solve problems. It usually includes:

• Math & Arithmetic (percentage, ratio, time & work, etc.)

• Logical Reasoning (puzzles, series, coding-decoding, analogies)

• General Knowledge (current affairs, Nepal Army facts, national & international events)

• English & Nepali basics (grammar, comprehension)

Loksewa Written Exam Syllabus

The Loksewa exam is a bit more formal since it is conducted by the Public Service Commission (PSC). Here’s what you need to prepare:

1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

   • History, geography, constitution, politics of Nepal

   • National and international events

2. Nepali Language

   • Grammar, essay writing, comprehension

3. English Language

   • Grammar, essay, translation, comprehension

4. Mathematics & Aptitude

   • Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, reasoning

Preparation Tips

• Train physically: Start running, push-ups, and stamina-building early.

• Stay updated: Read newspapers and GK books daily.

• Practice past questions: Both IQ and Loksewa have model sets available.

• Work on your personality: Confidence matters in psychology tests and interviews.

• Be consistent: Daily small efforts are better than last-minute cramming.

Final Thoughts

The Nepal Army Officer Cadet exam is not easy, but it’s definitely worth it. If you put in the effort, stay disciplined, and prepare step by step, you can turn your dream into reality.

This guide covered the Officer Cadet syllabus 2082, including both the IQ Test and the Loksewa exam. Now it’s your turn—start preparing today, and one day you might proudly wear that uniform.