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Kerala PSC or Kerala Public Service Commission online platform is known as Thulasi. The Kerala Government introduced Kerala PSC registration in January 2012. The Kerala PSC Thulasi registration is mandatory for all candidates who want to apply for Kerala PSC recruitment. This KPSC Thulasi registration system helps all job seeker to know all the latest jobs released by Government. The candidate will get job notification to their registered mobile number. The government of Kerala introduced Kerala PSC (Public Service Commission), an online platform, to inform job seekers about the latest jobs released by the government. On the Kerala PSC portal, the eligible candidates can get information on the latest government jobs and apply for them. The head office of the Kerala PSC is situated in the State Capital, i.e., Thulasi Hills, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram. The PSC registration is necessary for all the people who want to apply for Kerala PSC recruitment. The candidates will get job notifications on their registered mobile number after registering on the Kerala PSC portal. The Kerala PSC portal publishes notifications inviting applications from job seekers for selection to various posts and conducts interviews and written and practical tests. It also publishes a ranked list and a shortlist based on candidates’ performance for various posts. It also contains details of advice for candidates for observing the rules of reservation when vacancies are reported. Requirements for Kerala PSC Registration Scanned Photograph- The recent Photograph in digital form with the following specification is required for Kerala PSC Thulasi Login. Maximum Size: 30Kb Image Dimension : 150W * 200H pixel Image Type: JPG Note: Applicant name and date of photo taken must be in scripted (in two lines) in black colour text with a white rectangular background at the bottom of the Photograph. Image of Signature- The signature should be put on a good quality white paper with blue/black ink Maximum Size: 30Kb Image Dimension : 150W * 100H pixel Image Type: JPG ID proof- As per KPSC Thulasi website, the applicant may use their Aadhaar, an account number of any nationalized bank, driving licence, voter ID, PAN card and Passport for one-time registration. Email & Mobile number- Email & mobile number are very important. Mobile number should be verified by OTP when the applicant signs up into KPSC Thulasi. The applicant will receive the exam alerts to this number only. PSC Register The people wishing to apply for any post notified by the government from 2012 onwards should register on the Kerala PSC portal. The registration to the portal is a one-time registration, after which the applicant can log in using the user ID and password created while registering on the portal. After logging in to the Kerala PSC portal, the candidates can access the following services online the portal: View job notifications inviting applications for different posts from different departments Apply for the eligible post View exam details  View exam results Download exam admission tickets Interview details for different jobs Status of a post Rank list and shortlist of candidates PSC Register Online Below is the process of Kerala PSC registration: Visit the official Kerala Public Service Commission website. Click on the ‘One Time Registration Login’ option. It will redirect to the OTR portal. Click on the ‘Sign Up’ option. The ‘New Registration’ form will open. Enter the details such as personal details, User ID and password and tick the declaration. Click on the ‘Register’ button. Upload the latest scanned photograph and scanned signature in specified size and format.  The registration will be complete on the Kerala PSC portal. Kerala PSC Online Application Process The applicants should log in to the Kerala PSC to apply for a job or post. The following is the process to apply for a job on the Kerala PSC portal: Visit the official Kerala Public Service Commission website. Click on the ‘One Time Registration Login’ option. It will redirect to the OTR portal. Enter the ‘User ID’ and  ‘Password’ created at the time of registration. Enter the ‘Access Code’ and click on the ‘Log In’ button. Click on the ‘Notifications’ option. The list of active notifications will be displayed. Click on a respective notification to browse through all available posts. Click on the ‘Check Eligibility’ button. The ‘Not Applicable’ option will be shown for the posts for which the applicant is not eligible as per the profile details.  After viewing the eligibility requirements, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button. Upload the documents and the latest photograph as per the required specifications. Take a printout of the submitted application by clicking on the ‘Registration Card’ link under the ‘User Details’ heading. The respective authorities can ask to provide additional documents to prove age, qualification, community, experience, etc. The applicant will receive an SMS notification from the Kerala PSC confirming the application for the post. Kerala PSC Profile Update Visit the official Kerala Public Service Commission website. Click on the ‘One Time Registration Login’ option. It will redirect to the OTR portal. Enter the ‘User ID’ and  ‘Password’ created at the time of registration. Enter the ‘Access Code’ and click on the ‘Log In’ button. Click on the ‘My Profile’ option under the ‘User Details’ heading. Click on the ‘Experience’ option under the ‘My profile’ heading and add the experience details.  Click on the ‘Employment’ option under the ‘My profile’ heading and add the employment details. Click on the ‘Language’ option under the ‘My profile’ heading and add the known languages. Click on the ‘Weightage and Preferences’ option under the ‘My profile’ heading and update the preferences. The profile will be updated. Forgot User ID or Password In case the applicant has forgotten the user id or Password to their KPSC account, they can reset through the following modes.” Send SMS to 166 / 51969 / 9223166166 To know User ID SMS: KL USR To reset the password SMS:  KL USR RST USER ID DATE_OF_BIRTH The applicant must send the SMS from their registered Mobile only. FAQs Q: What is the PSC bulletin? PSC Bulletin is the official publication of the Kerala

Digital India Program is a programme launched by Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote digital mediums and technology across the nation. As an implementation step of the Digital India Programme, the Central Government started Common Services Centres (CSC) throughout the country. This article presents the services that are rendered by the Digital Seva Common Services Centers. Overview of Digital Seva Portal Common Services Centre (CSC) programme is an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY), Government of India. CSCs are the access points for delivery of various electronic services to villages in India, thereby contributing to a digitally and financially inclusive society. CSCs are more than service delivery points in rural India. They are positioned as change agents, promoting rural entrepreneurship and building rural capacities and livelihoods. They are enablers of community participation and collective action for engendering social change through a bottom-up approach with key focus on the rural citizen. CSC e-Governance Services India Limited is a Special Purpose Vehicle (CSC SPV) incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956 by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, to monitor the implementation of the Common Services Centers Scheme. It provides a centralized collaborative framework for delivery of services to citizens through CSCs, besides ensuring systemic viability and sustainability of the scheme. The Objective of the Digital Seva Common Services Centers Emphasis on entrepreneurship in rural areas Offering services to the private sector as well Community needs are given special importance Playing an important role in the development of rural India and offering livelihoods Offers to act as an agent to numerous Government and Non Government services One-stop solution for various G2C and B2C Services. Overview of Digital Seva Portal Digital Seva Common Services Centre is an online portal where citizens are provided access to various government services. The CSC e-Governance is a portal developed by the Ministry of Electronic and Information Technology, Government of India. Citizens can use the portal for online application of various certificates, government services, banking and insurance services. Common Service Centres and Digital India Digital India is a flagship programme of the Government of India with a vision to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. CSCs enable the three vision areas of the Digital India programme: Digital infrastructure as Utility to Every Citizen Governance and services on demand Digital empowerment of citizens Highlights of CSC The government has established physical centres across India in several villages and remote areas. It provides various government services with insurance and banking services. The services rendered by these centres are exclusively for citizens, offering various e-services. The citizens can access various government services at nominal costs. The centres provide e-governance, delivery of government services, social welfare schemes, financial services, education and skill development courses, public utility services, health and agriculture services and digital literacy etc. Services Offered by Digital Seva Common Services Centers Agricultural Services for Farmers-In Agricultural Services for farmer’s sectors, the portal offers the following services.  Agricultural Machine Store Online Store Farmer Registration Marketplace Aadhaar services-The below given Aadhaar services are provided by the portal. Aadhaar Demographic Update Aadhaar Mobile Update Aadhaar eKYC PVC Print Banking and Pension Services-In the Banking and Pension Services sector, the portal offers the following services. RAP Registration Basic Banking Course Life Certificate (LIC) Pin Pad Device Payment Service Electricity-In the electricity sector, the portal offers the following services. Online Bill Payment (Non-RAPDRP) Online Bill Payment (RAPDRP) Online Bill Payment Education-The following services are provided by the portal in the education sector. SCLM Registration SCLM Admission Tally Certification eLegal Consultancy Government Citizen Services-The portal provides the following government services to its citizens. Birth and Death Application Forest Services Online FIR Ration Card Services Insurance-The Digital Seva CSC portal offers the following insurance packages to the citizens. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojna Farmer Package Policy Life Insurance Personal Accidental Health Services-The following are the health services that citizens can acquire from the portal. Super Speciality Consultation Telemedicine Jan Aushadhi Registration Jiva Telemedicine Travel Services-To simplify the travelling expenses, the portal is offering the following services. Darshan Booking Bus Ticket Booking Flight Tickets Bus Tickets Skills and Youth Development Services-The centres provide exclusive services for youths to enhance their skills. CAD Registration Self Animation Course Digital Unnati Training Courses Other services-Besides this, there are other services that are offered by the Common Service Centres. PVC Card and Biometric Device Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Jeevan Pramaan NIELIT Facilitation Centre Registration Procedure Given below are the step-by-step registration procedure to register in the Common Service Centre. Step 1: Login to the Portal The user has to login to the official portal. Step 2: Enter Details The user has to enter the name and Aadhaar number. Step 3: Select the Verification Method The user has to select an appropriate verification method such as Iris, fingerprint and OTP. Step 4: Enter the Captcha Code The user has to enter the Captcha code in the text box. Step 5: Terms and Conditions The user has to accept the terms and conditions. Step 6: Click Submit The user has to click the ‘Submit’ button to complete the registration procedure. Digital Seva Login Given below are the step-by-step login procedure to log in to the Digital Seva Connect. Step 1: Login to the Website The user has to login to the official website. Step 2: Enter the Credentials The user has to enter the user name and password. Step 3: Click Sign In Button Once all the credentials are entered, the user has to click on the ‘Sign In’ button to log in. Status Check The following steps have to be followed to check the status of the Digital Seva/ CSC Portal Registration. Step 1: Login to the Page The user has to login to the application status check page. Step 2: Enter the Application Number The user has to enter the application number. Step 3: Enter the Captcha Code The user has to enter the Captcha code in the text box. Step 4: Click Submit Once

The Passport Seva has implemented a number of measures to enhance the management of passport offices. These processes’ primary goals are to guarantee comfort, improve security, and advance transparency. Before visiting the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), you must make a payment online. You must make a reservation for a time in advance to visit the PSK. You must bring the necessary documents with you when you visit the PSK. Earlier, the task to get a passport, let alone a visa, was an arduous one. Individuals had to initially fill up application forms manually and then, wait tirelessly in long queues outside their local passport office awaiting their turn. Many were turned away and asked to try another day, as their documents were incomplete or if the office was done for the day. However, fear not as Passport Seva has come to the rescue. Citizens of India may obtain a new passport or have one renewed with ease through Passport Seva both, online and offline. The Government of India had taken up multiple initiatives to bring about an era of e-Governance in order to improve the delivery of public services in recent years. Passport Seva was established by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). The MEA has, however, retained essential functions such as the verification process, granting, and the issuance of a passport for any individual. The Ministry also has ownership of the core assets that includes data and information of all the individual applicants. The following are the various tasks that an Indian citizen can execute with respect to obtaining a passport online. Apply for a new passport. Apply for the renewal of a passport. Apply for the re-issuance of a lost or damaged passport. Access and download the Application Form for the Police Clearance Certificate. Access and download the Application Form for the Surrender Certificate. Access and download the Application Form for the Identity Certificate. The online Portal for Passport Seva provides information on the documents and all the essential data required for the application process. Additionally, it includes information on how to obtain any of the documents necessary for the procedure. It is mandatory for individuals to register themselves for Passport Seva online initially in order to make use of the facilities offered on the Portal. Role of Passport Seva Kendra The following are the vital responsibilities and roles of a Passport Seva Kendra:  The main responsibility of a PSK is to accept the passport application form from the applicant.  After accepting the application form and required documents, PSK performs the verification, background check, and prints the passport.  On successful verification and approval from the passport officer, PSK issues the passport to the applicant.  PSK addresses the queries regarding passport applications.  PSK also maintains the record of application received, passport application processed, and passport issued.  PSK ensures that the passport application submitted are compliant with the relevant regulations and guidelines.  Advantages of the Seva Passport Seva has been aimed to transform passport and its related services in the country. This is achieved by offering the best-in-class experience to apply and obtain a passport and other services. These services are provided by the Seva to the citizens through a reliable, convenient and transparent manner within each defined service level. The following are the critical aspects that the Seva ensures to offer a transformed experience. Access – Anytime, Anywhere- The citizens of India may submit their completed application forms for passports on the Passport Seva portal. Similarly, applicants may seek an appointment after payment of passport fees on the same Portal. The Passport Seva portal aims to offer comprehensive and up-to-date information related to passport services. Post confirmation of an appointment date/ time, individuals are only required to visit their nearest Passport Seva Kendra at the given slot. Increased Network -With over 37 Passport Offices, 93 Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) have been established and are currently operational across the country as a part of Passport Seva to serve the citizens of India regarding passport services. Improved Amenities –  Passport Seva and its Kendras offers users with world-class ambience. Amenities such as the following are provided in comfortable air-conditioned waiting lounges: Self-Services Kiosks Helpful Guides Photocopying Services Food and Beverage Facilities Public Phone Booths Childcare Services Newspapers and Journals Television Access The Electronic Queue Management System equipped at every Kendra ensures the first come first serve principle for the application process. Call Centre & Helpdesk – A call centre operating nationally in 17 Indian languages gives citizens the opportunity to obtain passport service-related information and to receive updates concerning their passport applications, round the clock, 7 days a week. An e-mail based helpdesk has been set up, besides the smart-phone based application ‘mPassport Seva’, to provide information on passport services. Top Notch Infrastructure – Passport Seva is supported by the latest technology infrastructure which facilitates end-to-end passport services to be delivered to the applicants with enhanced security. The photographs and biometrics of the applicants are collected when they visit a Kendra in order to process their requests. The applications and supporting documents are stored digitally in the system for further processing. Registration on Passport Seva A passport is an essential document if an individual wish to travel abroad. It also serves as a proof of identity and address for an individual. To apply for a passport and to avail other services, it is essential that an individual register themselves online on the Passport Seva portal. The following are the basics steps to apply for a passport on the Passport Seva portal. Step 1: Visit the official Passport Seva portal. Step 2: On the left, click on the New User? Register Now tab in bright orange colour. Click on the tab and follow the link to the next page. Step 3: A form will be displayed where the user will be required to complete with appropriate information. Step 4: Ensure that the radio icon is set to the Passport Office option. Step 5: Select the nearest Passport Seva Kendra in your city from the choices in the drop-down list.

Indian Customs Electronic Commerce or Electronic Data Interchange (EC/EDI) Gateway (ICEGATE) is a government portal that provides e-filings facilities to trade and cargo carriers and other clients from the Customs Department. ICEGATE links 15 broad types of partners with Customs EDI through message exchanges that lead to faster Customs Clearance and facilitates EXIM Trade.ndian Customs and Central Excise Electronic Commerce/Electronic Data Interchange (EC/EDI) Gateway or ICEGATE is a portal which offers e-filing services to trade and cargo carriers and such other clients of the Customs & Central Excise Department. As of today, there are around 8500 registered users. Introduction ICEGATE is an infrastructure project for the Department’s EC/EDI and data communication requirements. The Department offers services like Shipping Bills (export goods declaration), electronic filing of the Bill of Entry (import goods declaration), and related electronic messages between Customs and the Trading Partners using communication facilities (Email, Web-upload, and FTP) that are commonly used on the internet. The airlines and shipping agents file manifests utilizing this facility, whereas the custodians and cargo logistics operators communicate with Customs EDI through ICEGATE for cargo and logistics-related information. Moreover, data is exchanged between Customs and other regulatory and licensing agencies such as DGFT, RBI, Ministry of Steel, and DGCIS. The Export Commodity Database (ECDB) for the Directorate of valuation and The National Import Database (NIDB) are also serviced through ICEGATE. Every electronic document and message that ICEGATE handles is processed at the Customs’ end by the Indian Customs EDI System, which has been running at 134 customs locations. The Department has started centralizing its infrastructure, and all customs locations have been shifted to converged infrastructure hosted at Data Centre by linking them through MPLS-based WAN. The key pointers related to the ICEGATE platform are: ICEGATE is the infrastructure project that fulfills the department’s Electronic Commerce/Electronic Data Interchange (EC/EDI) and data communication needs. With the help of this facility, the department provides a gamut of services that include electronic filing of Bill of Entry, Shipping bill and related electronic services. ICEGATE also offers a host of other services such as e-payment, document tracking status at Customs EDI, online registration for IPR,  IE code status verification, online verification of DEPB/EPCG/DES licenses, PAN-based data search and links to several other important websites relating to the Customs business. The ICEGATE also offers a 24X7 helpdesk facility for the trading partners. All the electronic documents and messages that are handled by ICEGATE are processed at Customs’ end by ICES (Indian Customs EDI System). Statistics say: The ICES is running at 134 custom locations. ICEGATE serves around 6.72 lacs of importers and exporters. The portal is linked with around 15 type of partners working with the Customs EDI (electronic data interchange) for exchanging messages and facilitating faster clearance from Customs and consecutively expediting Export-Import Trade. Advisories There are two advisories released in April and May 2019. Advisory in April 2019: As per the advisory released on 13th April 2019, ICEGATE users can now update their registered email ID through the Portal.  Advisory in May 2019: As per the advisory released on 3rd May 2019, Digital Signature is not required for registration on www.icegate.gov.in. IEC holders (Importer/Exporter) can now register at ICEGATE without Digital Signature. Registration is allowed with IEC and anyone GSTIN attached to it. Please choose one GSTIN carefully about the IEC.  Benefits ICEGATE offers ICEGATE portal facilitates e-filing of both the import or export declarations. This also allows the Customs to respond to exporters and importers after assessing shipping bills and bills of entry. The portal provides a sort of guarantee that the declarations filed through the digital signatures allocated by Customs, acting as a Certification Authority under the IT Act, 2000 will be not be made invalid. The introduction of ICEGATE (Indian Customs and Central Excise Electronic Commerce Gateway) has helped Customs department in becoming more accountable and has helped the department in minimizing the complaints on delay in delivery of consignments from both, the exporters and importers. Other Services Apart from e-filing, ICEGATE provides other services like e-payment, online registration for IPR, online verification of DEPB/DES/EPCG licenses, Document Tracking status at Customs EDI, IE code status, PAN-based CHA data and links to other essential websites/information regarding the Customs business. It provides a 24/7 helpdesk facility for its trading partners. For secure filing, the system uses digital signatures on the Bill of Entry and other documents and messages to be handled on the Gateway. ICEGATE Registration ICEGATE enables filing Bills of Entry, Shipping bills, and other documents. An individual has to log in to the ICEGATE portal and click on the registration link on the home page. The registration form appears on the screen, where the applicant has to enter the details to register in the Portal. Once enrolled in the Portal, the following transactions can be made. Exports Imports Import General Manifest (IGM) Export General Manifest (EGM) Consol Manifest For ICEGATE member registration, the CHA/importer/exporter must complete the membership form enclosed in Annexure B online. To complete the registration procedures, the members must file and receive the documents electronically through the Gateway on a 24×7 basis.  Why register at ICEGATE? For online filing of Bill of Entry, Shipping bills and other documents, one needs to get registered with ICEGATE Authorized Banks State Bank of India Punjab National Bank Bank of India Indian Bank UCO Bank Union Bank of India Bank of Maharashtra Corporation Bank IDBI Bank Bank of Baroda Canara Bank Indian Overseas Bank Central Bank of India Vijaya Bank Documents Filing Facility All exporters/importers, Custom House Agents, airlines, shipping agents, and trade members can file their documents using this Portal. Presently, the facility to submit papers through service centers and floppy submission is enabled for trade members. For RES Users-The RES package is available through the National Information Center Portal. The operation of the RES package, called the procedure to create B/E and S/B, is the same as filing on the ICEGATE. However, the submission of the documents varies from ICEGATE. The trade members who do not wish to use the RES package that

Introduction Innovation is at the core of progress, and nations worldwide recognize its enormous power to shape a better future. India’s Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) serves as evidence of this fact; spearheaded by its government and supported by many stakeholders, including universities and businesses alike, AIM has become a source of transformative change, supporting innovators while creating an environment conducive to ground-breaking ideas. Unveiling the Atal Innovation Mission India’s former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee inspired this visionary program launched in 2016. To inspire youth innovation and entrepreneurship. Let’s delve deeper into its key components and initiatives: Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs): Nurturing Young Innovators ATLs are vibrant spaces within schools that provide students with hands-on learning experiences and exposure to emerging technologies. Equipped with state-of-the-art tools and machinery, ATLs foster creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking and innovation amongst young innovators by inviting them to tinker, prototype and innovate – unleashing curiosity while arming future innovators with necessary digital literacy skills for success in today’s digitally connected world. Atal Incubation Centers (AICs): Fostering Entrepreneurial Spirit AICs are incubation centres established throughout India to support and nurture startups. By offering mentoring services, funding access, networking opportunities, and other essential resources – AICs provide the ideal conditions to convert ideas into commercially viable products and services. Atal Community Innovation Centers (ACICs): Fostering Local Innovation ACICs aim to stimulate innovation at the grassroots level, particularly in rural and underserved areas. They serve as hubs where communities come together to identify local challenges and find creative solutions; by equipping individuals and communities to leverage their skills and knowledge effectively, ACICs promote inclusive development while meeting societal needs effectively. Atal New India Challenges: Catalyzing Solutions The Atal New India Challenges are open innovation contests designed to encourage startups, individuals and innovators from India and around the world to contribute creative solutions to specific problem statements in healthcare, education, agriculture and clean energy – providing a platform for collaboration and problem-solving that mobilizes our nation’s collective wisdom towards creating a brighter future. FAQs about Atal Innovation Mission Who can participate in Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs)? Students in grades 6 to 12 can join ATLs and discover their innovation potential. How can Aspiring Entrepreneurs Benefit From Atal Incubation Centers (AICs)? At AICs, budding entrepreneurs can gain access to expert mentoring services, funding opportunities and an empowering support system. Are the Atal New India Challenges open to international participants? Yes, innovators and startups from around the globe can participate in these challenges to contribute towards solving India’s pressing issues. Conclusion The Atal Innovation Mission has proven a game-changer in India’s quest for innovation-led growth. By teaching an atmosphere of creativity, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving into Indian society’s psyche, AIM has unleashed India’s fullest potential.