Syllabus :
The syllabus for 'O' level has been diversified.
- three compulsory module and,
- one elective modules.
In the diversified syllabus, new subjects have been added as electives and certain amendments have been made to the syllabus on some of the subjects.
The syllabus for 'O' level can be obtained by post or in person from the DOEACC Society at a cost of Rs.125/-
Papers : The papers for 'O' level are as under :
Examination :
Examination for 'O' level is being held only under the diversified syllabus from January 2000 onwards. Certificate will be issued to candidates, who are registered at 'O' level and have successfully completed two modules under the diversified syllabus for 'O' level, including compulsory module of 'Personal Computer Software'.
Project :
At 'O' Level there is one project. No marks are assigned. Candidates are expected to carry out a project successfully and submit certificate in the prescribed format from the head of the institute running the accredited course or the organization of which the candidate is an employee.
Government Recognition :
The Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India has recognized 'O' level examination conducted by the Computer Society of India (CSI) under the Department of Electronics Accreditation of Computer Courses(DOEACC) Scheme as equivalent to Foundation Level course for the purpose of employment to posts and services under the Central Government w.e.f 1st March 1995 vide their notification No: F 18-23/92-TD.V/TS-IV dated 1st March 1995. In view of the above notification the passed out candidates with 'O' level qualification from the DOEACC Society will henceforth be the eligible for registration in employment exchanges for job assistance.
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