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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: FBR Customs Inspector Exam

100

MCQs / Marks (typical)

FPSC Customs Inspector pattern summaries

90–100 min

Typical Duration

Prep guides / past-paper pattern reports

~20

English MCQs (first block)

FPSC Custom Inspector syllabus summaries

PKR 600

BS-16/17 Application Fee

FPSC online guidelines Sep 2025

BS-16

Post Scale

FPSC/FBR advertisements

FPSC

Conducting Body

fpsc.gov.pk

FPSC Customs Inspector / Intelligence Officer BS-16 screening is typically 100 MCQs in about 90–100 minutes, with the first ~20 items in English and the remainder in general intelligence domains. Application fee for BS-16/17 is PKR 600 per FPSC's Sep 2025 online guidelines. Shortlisting is merit-based for the advertised case.

Sample FBR Customs Inspector Practice Questions

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1Choose the correct synonym of the word 'Meticulous'.
A.Careless and hasty
B.Extremely careful and precise
C.Loud and aggressive
D.Secret and hidden
Explanation: Meticulous means showing great attention to detail; extremely careful and precise. Careless is an antonym.
2Choose the correct antonym of the word 'Transparent'.
A.Clear
B.Opaque
C.Visible
D.Honest
Explanation: Transparent means allowing light to pass through or being open/clear. Opaque means not transparent.
3Identify the correctly spelled word.
A.Reciept
B.Receipt
C.Receept
D.Receit
Explanation: The correct spelling is Receipt (i before e exception after c).
4Fill in the blank: She insisted _______ paying the customs duty herself.
A.on
B.at
C.for
D.with
Explanation: The verb insist takes the preposition 'on' (insist on + gerund/noun).
5Choose the correct passive form: 'Customs officers seized the contraband.'
A.The contraband was seized by customs officers.
B.The contraband seized customs officers.
C.The contraband has seize by customs officers.
D.Customs officers were seized the contraband.
Explanation: Active subject becomes agent with 'by'; object becomes subject with past participle 'was seized'.
6Choose the correct indirect speech: He said, 'I am submitting the declaration today.'
A.He said that he was submitting the declaration that day.
B.He said that I am submitting the declaration today.
C.He said that he is submitting the declaration today.
D.He said that he submitted the declaration tomorrow.
Explanation: In reported speech, present continuous shifts to past continuous and 'today' becomes 'that day'.
7Select the correct article: _______ honest inspector reported the discrepancy.
A.A
B.An
C.The
D.No article
Explanation: 'Honest' begins with a vowel sound /ɒ/, so 'an' is required before the adjective+noun.
8Identify the part of speech of the underlined word: The shipment arrived *promptly*.
A.Noun
B.Adjective
C.Adverb
D.Preposition
Explanation: Promptly modifies the verb arrived and is therefore an adverb.
9Choose the correctly punctuated sentence.
A.However the consignment was delayed.
B.However, the consignment was delayed.
C.However; the consignment was delayed.
D.However: the consignment was delayed.
Explanation: Introductory adverb 'However' is followed by a comma when it begins a sentence.
10Choose the correct tense: By next Monday, the audit team _______ the warehouse.
A.will inspect
B.will have inspected
C.inspected
D.is inspect
Explanation: 'By next Monday' signals future perfect — action completed before a future point.

About the FBR Customs Inspector Exam

The FBR Customs Inspector / Intelligence Officer (BS-16) test is an FPSC-conducted objective paper used to recruit inspectors for Pakistan Customs and related intelligence functions under the Federal Board of Revenue. Papers emphasize English grammar and sentence structuring, then general intelligence covering Pakistan Affairs, current affairs, basic arithmetic, Islamic Studies, everyday science, and computer literacy. This practice bank also includes customs and taxation awareness aligned to the job role.

Assessment

100-MCQ FPSC screening paper: ~20 English + ~80 General Intelligence (Pakistan Affairs, Current Affairs, Arithmetic, Islamic Studies, Everyday Science, Computer, plus customs/taxation awareness for role prep)

Time Limit

90–100 minutes

Passing Score

Merit-based shortlisting (advertisement-specific)

Exam Fee

PKR 600 (BS-16/BS-17 per FPSC Sep 2025 online fee guidelines) (Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) for FBR / Pakistan Customs)

FBR Customs Inspector Exam Content Outline

20%

English Language

Grammar usage, vocabulary, sentence structuring, voice, narration, and error spotting.

15%

Pakistan Affairs

Independence history, constitutions, geography, and national institutions.

15%

Current Affairs & GK

UN/IMF/WTO/SAARC/SCO themes and world general knowledge.

15%

Basic Arithmetic

Percentages, ratios, averages, profit/loss, interest, and work-time.

10%

Islamic Studies

Pillars, Seerah, Quran, Zakat, and Hijri calendar basics.

10%

Everyday Science

Core physics, chemistry, biology, and health facts.

5%

Computer Literacy

MS Office and basic ICT literacy required in FBR ads.

10%

Customs & Taxation Awareness

FBR/Customs role, HS codes, WeBOC, documents, and enforcement concepts.

How to Pass the FBR Customs Inspector Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Merit-based shortlisting (advertisement-specific)
  • Assessment: 100-MCQ FPSC screening paper: ~20 English + ~80 General Intelligence (Pakistan Affairs, Current Affairs, Arithmetic, Islamic Studies, Everyday Science, Computer, plus customs/taxation awareness for role prep)
  • Time limit: 90–100 minutes
  • Exam fee: PKR 600 (BS-16/BS-17 per FPSC Sep 2025 online fee guidelines)

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FBR Customs Inspector Study Tips from Top Performers

1Prioritize English grammar and sentence structuring — they are the fixed early block (~20 marks).
2Drill arithmetic without a calculator under timed conditions (percentages, ratios, averages, SI).
3Revise Pakistan Movement, 1973 Constitution basics, geography, and CPEC facts weekly.
4Learn customs vocabulary: HS code, bill of lading, CIF, WeBOC, duty drawback, and smuggling vs lawful clearance.
5Practice MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint shortcuts — ads explicitly require computer literacy.
6Read a monthly current-affairs digest covering IMF, FATF, SAARC/SCO/ECO, and major world events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FBR Customs Inspector (BS-16) test?

It is an FPSC objective MCQ recruitment test for Inspector Customs / Intelligence Officer posts in the Federal Board of Revenue / Pakistan Customs. Interview and any physical standards are separate stages.

How many questions and how much time?

The commonly cited pattern is 100 MCQs (100 marks) in about 90–100 minutes, with roughly the first 20 questions from English and the rest from general intelligence. Confirm the exact pattern on your FPSC admission certificate.

What is the FPSC application fee for BS-16?

Per FPSC online application guidelines updated 09-09-2025, the fee for BS-16 and BS-17 posts is Rs. 600, paid against a unique PSID through 1Link/1Bill channels.

Who can apply?

Recent FPSC advertisements typically require a Bachelor's degree from an HEC-recognized university in specified subjects (Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Accounting, Computer Sciences, Law, Pharmacy, Chemistry or Physics), age/physical standards, and computer literacy. Always verify the live advertisement.