45 candidates absent from 45th BCS education cadre despite gazette notification

Forty-five candidates who successfully qualified for the 45th Bangladesh Civil Service examination have not reported for duty in the education cadre despite being officially gazetted, raising questions about recruitment procedures and candidate commitment.

The selected candidates were formally notified through the official gazette, a mandatory step that typically precedes cadre posting and commencement of duties. Their failure to join the service has created gaps in the planned allocation of administrative resources for the education sector.

While authorities have not disclosed specific reasons for the widespread absences, such instances in civil service recruitment are not uncommon in Bangladesh. Candidates may decline positions due to career preferences, relocation concerns, or pursuit of alternative opportunities in both public and private sectors.

The Public Service Commission has not issued a formal statement regarding the situation or outlined steps to address the vacancies. Officials are expected to assess whether replacement candidates from waiting lists will be appointed to fill the positions or if extended deadlines will be offered to the absent candidates.

This development comes as the government continues efforts to strengthen civil service recruitment and retention mechanisms to ensure adequate staffing across key sectors including education.