The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced the forthcoming conduct of the Career Service Examination, Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) for both Professional and SubProfessional Levels on August 11, 2024. This examination aims to establish a Register of Eligibles (ROE) from which certification and appointment to various civil service positions can be made. The ROE may also serve as a reference for employment opportunities in the private sector, provided that the eligibles meet the required qualifications and other pertinent criteria.
Important Dates and Details
The application period for interested individuals will commence on May 13, 2024, and will conclude on June 13, 2024. It is imperative to note that the acceptance of applications will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the CSC Regional/Field Office has reached its target number of applicants, the application process will be closed ahead of the deadline.
The actual examination is scheduled to take place on August 11, 2024, at various testing centers across the country. Candidates should expect the results of the examination to be released around October 20, 2024.
Scope of Examination
The scope of the examination will cover essential topics relevant to the respective levels (Professional and SubProfessional).
Professional Level
In English and Filipino:
Numerical Ability > Basic Operations > Word Problems
Analytical Ability > Word Association > Identifying Assumptions and Conclusions > Logic > Data Interpretation
Verbal Ability > Grammar and Correct Usage > Vocabulary > Paragraph Organization > Reading Comprehension
SubProfessional Level
> Basic Operations
> Word Problems
> Filing
> Spelling
> Grammar and Correct Usage
> Vocabulary
> Paragraph Organization
> Reading Comprehension
> Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees (R.A. 6713)
> Peace and Human Rights Issues and Concepts
> Environment Management and Protection
Passing Grade
To pass the test, an examinee should get a general rating of at least 80.00.
Application Requirement for Civil Service Examination
1. Fully accomplished Application Form (appropriate/applicable CS Form No. 100).
2. Four (4) pieces of identical I.D. pictures with specifications, as follows: a. Philippine Passport size (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm or 1.8 inches x 1.4 inches) b. Colored, with white background c. Taken within three (3) months prior to filing of application d. Printed on good quality photo paper (i.e. photo does not peel off) e. In standard close-up shot (from shoulder level up with the head and face occupying at least 80% of the picture and with the name tag positioned at approximately 1 inch or 2.54 cm below the chin) f. In bare face (no eyeglasses; no colored contact lens; no headdress, no bandana, or any other accessories that may cover the facial features; facial features not computer enhanced) g. Showing left and right ears (Note: Muslim women applicants wearing or with head covering should show their forehead, and left and right ears but without necessarily removing their head covering altogether.) h. Taken in full-face view directly facing the camera i. With neutral facial expression, and both eyes open j. With HANDWRITTEN (not computer-generated) name tag legibly showing SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED FULL NAME which includes: Given Name, Middle Initial (if any), Last Name, and Extension Name (if any)
3. Original and photocopy of any of the following accepted I.D. cards for civil service exams: a. Driver's License Card/Temporary Driver's License (LTO O.R. must be presented together with old Driver's License; O.R. alone is not allowed)/Student Driver's Permit; b. Passport; c. PRC License Card; d. SSS I.D. Card; e. GSIS I.D. Card (UMID); f. Voter's I.D. Card /Voter's Certification; g. BIR/Taxpayer's I.D. Card (ATM type/TIN card type with picture); h. PhilHealth I.D. Card (must have the bearer's name, clear picture, signature and PhilHealth number); i. Company/Office I.D. Card; j. School I.D. Card; k. Police Clearance/Police Clearance Certificate (with picture); I. Postal I.D. Card; m. Barangay I.D. Card; n. NBI Clearance; o. Seaman's Book; p. HDMF Transaction I.D. Card; q. PWD I.D. Card; r. Solo Parent I.D. Card; s. Senior Citizen's I.D. Card; t. CSC Eligibility Card; or u. Philippine Identification (PhillD') Card.
Note:
1. All other I.D. cards not included in the above list shall not be accepted. 2. As a last resort. expired I.D. card may be presented/submitted during filing of examination application, provided that the expiry date of the I.D. card is within CY 2024. 4. Examination fee of Five Hundred Pesos (PhP500) OTHER/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS, if applicable: ■ Original and photocopy of Birth Certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority or the Local Civil Registry (only for applicants without date of birth on their I.D. card/s) ■ Original and photocopy of Identification Certificate (IC) issued by the Bureau of Immigration (only for applicants holding dual citizenship under R.A. 9225; and applicants recognized as citizens of the Philippines under Sec 1, Article IV of the 1987 Philippine Constitution)
QUALIFICATION / ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
WHERE TO GET APPLICATION FORM AND HOW TO FILE APPLICATION
TRANSFER OF TESTING CENTER
FULL DETAILS TARGET RELEASE OF TEST RESULTS
RESULTING CIVIL SERVICE ELIGIBILITY
Reviewer HERE
CSC Philippines