IMPORTANT:
Hey everyone, I talked to the authorities today and at least a few things got clarified:
1) Payment options: There is no draft option this time for applying to FMS
2) Online Registration: Online Registration has NOT started yet. The payment gateways have not yet been activated. The Reference numbers which people might have obtained after filling in their details is Void.
Once the payment option is activated, all the people who had done registration online and got a ref no. will be sent a mail, informing them that they will have to re-register and pay the fees. (Keep tracking the website for the same, don't wait for the mail.)
The entire online registration and payment process is expected to be ready in 2 days. Given the current Diwali break, expect it to be up by Wednesday
3) Digital photo/sign etc. : For these, there is no pre-specified format. Just scan your signature and thumbprint. The photo of course should be a passport photo.
4) Work ex : Regarding the duration of work-ex being asked till 31/8/10, I would ask you all to use your best judgement and estimate the number of months.
I have been told that this form is primarily for the purpose of the written test application only. If you get a GD/PI call, you will be asked to fill a separate form, wherein you can fill the correct, precise details.
I have been told that wherever you find some trouble, you can leave the area blank, it will not be rejected and hence not a problem.
5) Masters and Professional Degree scores: Type in 0, as mentioned in an earlier post.
Moral of the story: I would recommend you to get a form from an SBI counter, it would be a much easier process, and convenient.
Hope this helps,
Cheers!
Sushant Bahadur