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Government careers are the most sought careers of all. This is because; these careers provide a stable professional life to the people. They offer security and steadiness. Though the compensations are lesser than in the private industries, the additional allowances and benefits provided by the government are numerous.

The state and federal government both comprise a variety of departments that offer a large number of employments. This leads to a keen competition for these career opportunities.

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The tasks of the officials in government careers depend on the department they work for. There are various categories and sectors in which the government works.

The primary categories are the federal level government, state government and the local government. These again have various departments like security, welfare, administration, management, health, hygiene etc.

The basic or general tasks of the officials in government careers would be:

  • Understanding the functions and requirements of the job they are selected for
  • Devoting necessary time and energy
  • Meeting deadlines and fulfilling responsibilities
  • Working in coordination with the senior and junior colleagues
  • Officials on honorary posts like mayors, governors, bureaucrats must maintain the gravity of the posts
  • Since the government works for the service of the people, the officials must possess an attitude of serving, sincerity towards the public and work they are entitled to perform
  • Following the policies of the department

The tasks in the government careers differ from the level to level. The scale of functions and duties might be small or large depending on the project, plan and policies of the national, state or local government.

Qualifications Required
The qualifications in the government career might vary according to the grade of the post. Clerical jobs require an intermediate education. The next higher levels may demand graduation along with computer certifications and related diplomas. Posts of officers and managers can require Master's degree. The subjects of degree courses should be related to the department for which the candidate wishes to seek job.

In addition to the formal education, the candidates also have to appear for competitive exams to be recruited for selected posts like that of administrative offers, scientists, armed forces jobs, police force etc. An interview and health check rounds to make the selection procedure rigid to appoint the best of the candidates might follow this.

Other necessary Skills
The additional qualities required to get a career in government sectors can be:

  • Proficient knowledge of the computer technology
  • Knowledge of internet
  • Ability to work in groups
  • Readiness to take up fieldwork
  • Vigilance
  • Practical knowledge and logical reasoning

After being recruited, the employees are rendered an on-job training also.

Place of Work
The government careers are spread all over the length and breadth of the country. From offices to laboratories and fronts of the nation, government hires and places it employees. Most of the government officials work at the offices. Armed forces personnel work on the borders, sea etc. The Scientists and researchers work in laboratories and libraries. Police force have to deliver security services at various locations. In addition, the government officials might be required to travel and tour in relation with work.

Job Opportunities
The government has employment in every sector of occupations whether administration, management, healthy, safety etc. These sectors further have numerous categories from helper category to officer grades. The major divisions of government industry are:

  • Public Administration
  • Public Safety (includes police force, army, navy and air force, fire, prisons etc.)
  • Health and Hygiene(hospitals, pharmaceutics, government aided organizations, )
  • Public Welfare
  • Banking and Commerce(banks, financial institutions, economy related departments, account sections)
  • Transport (railways, airways, road transport etc.)
  • Education (government schools and colleges)
  • Foreign relations department
  • Media and information departments
  • Water, food development sectors
  • Local boards and organizations like municipal boards, committees, etc.
  • Environment development and safety
  • Energy development and research
  • Entertainment sector
  • Planning and development department
  • Election commissions

These are the major areas where government careers can be pursued at various levels and departments according to the qualifications, eligibility and interests of the aspirants.

Remuneration
People generally prefer to opt for government careers as they provide financial security and stability. Though the wages are lower than the private sector, there are additional rewards and allowances for the government employees like housing allowances, traveling allowance, post service pensions, medical reimbursements, insurances, loans, scholarships to children etc. The nature of work is also quite flexible and certain when compared to the careers in private industries. Bonuses and re