For aspiring civil servants in the Philippines, you must take the Civil Service Exam in order to acquire your eligibility and serve the country. Hence, the first batch of examination was conducted on March 4, 2024 and results are set to be out on May 13, 2024 so stay stuned!
Now, the application for the second batch is calendared on May 13 to June 13, 2024. Examination will be conducted on August 11, 2024 in different testing centers. Results are expected to be out on October 20, 2024.
In this article, we are going to guide you on the information you will need to know in order to prepare early. Acceptance of applications is a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS, meaning, when the quota is already met in the CSC Regional/Field Offices, applicants will no longer be entertained.
What is CSE-PPT?
The CSE is a general ability test designed to measure an individual’s preparedness to enter government service. Passing the CSE would result in the conferment of either Professional or Subprofessional eligibility that is needed, among others, for permanent appointment to corresponding career service positions in the government except those that involve the practice of profession or are covered by special laws.
Who can apply for CSE-PPT?
- Filipino citizen;
- At least 18 years old on the date of filing of application;
- Of good moral character;
- Has not been convicted by final judgment of an offense or crime involving moral turpitude, or disgraceful or immoral conduct, dishonesty, examination irregularity, drunkenness, or addiction to dr*gs;
- Has not been dishonorably discharged from military service, or dismissed for cause from any civilian position in the government; and
- Has not taken the same level of Career Service Examination, either through PPT or CSC Computerized Examination (CSC COMEX), within three months before the date of examination.
What are the necessary documentary requirements?
1.Fully accomplished Application Form (CS Form No. 100, Revised September 2016, downloadable from the CSC website);
Note: Applicants are strongly advised to download the Application Form from the CSC website www.csc.gov.ph, and print the form using legal size bond paper.
2.Four (4) pieces of identical I.D. pictures with specifications, as follows:
a. 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
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 list of accepted I.D. cards for civil service exam, which is preferably valid (not expired on date of filing of application):
a. Driver’s License/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;
d. SSS I.D.;
e. GSIS I.D. (UMID);
f. Voter’s I.D./Voter’s Certification;
g. BIR/Taxpayer’s I.D. (ATM type/TIN card type with picture);
h. PhilHealth I.D. (must have the bearer’s name, clear picture, signature and PhilHealth number);
i. Company/Office I.D.;
j. School I.D.;
k. Police Clearance/Police Clearance Certificate (with picture);
l. Postal I.D.;
m. Barangay I.D.;
n. NBI Clearance;
o. Seaman’s Book;
p. HDMF Transaction I.D.;
q. PWD I.D.;
r. Solo Parent I.D.;
s. Senior Citizen’s I.D.; and
t. CSC Eligibility Card (note: Implemented only beginning with the May 3, 2015 CSE-PPT).
Where are the testing centers?
REGION TESTING CENTER/S
REGION 1:
San Fernando City, La Union
Vigan City
Laoag City
Urdaneta City
Lingayen, Pangasinan
REGION II:
Tuguegarao City
Cauayan City
Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
Diffun, Quirino
Basco, Batanes
Calayan, Cagayan
REGION III:
City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Malolos City
Cabanatuan City
Balanga City
Baler, Aurora
Tarlac City
Botolan, Zambales
REGION IV A:
lmus City Sta. Rosa City
Batangas City
Cainta, Rizal
Lucena City
Pagbilao, Quezon
REGION IV B:
Mamburao, Occidental Mindoro
Calapan City
Boac, Marinduque
Romblon, Romblon
Puerto Princesa City
Brooke’s Point, Palawan
REGION V:
Legazpi City
Naga City
Masbate City
Virac, Catanduanes Daet, Camarines Norte
Nabua, Camarines Sur
Sorsogon City
REGION VI:
lloilo City Bacolod City
Roxas City
Kalibo, Aklan
San Jose, Antique
Jordan, Guimaras
REGION VII:
Cebu City
Dumaguete City
Tagbilaran City
Bogo City
Larena, Siquijor
REGION VIII:
Tacloban City
Ormoc City
Maasin City
Catbalogan City
Borongan City
Catarman, Northern Samar
REGION IX:
Zamboanga City
Dipolog City
Pagadian City
REGION X:
Cagayan de Oro City
Oroquieta City
Iligan City
Valencia City
REGION XI:
Davao City
Tagum City
Mati City
Digos City
REGION XII:
Koronadal City
General Santos City
Kidapawan City
Tacurong City
Alabel, Sarangani
NCR:
Quezon City Manila
CAR Baguio City
La Trinidad, Benguet
Bangued, Abra
Tabuk City
Bontoc, Mt. Province
CARAGA:
Butuan City
Buenavista, Agusan del Norte
San Francisco, Agusan del Sur
Surigao City
Tandag City
BARMM:
Cotabato City
Iligan City
Bongao, Tawi-tawi
Jolo
How much is the CSE-PPT?
Examination fee is Five Hundred Pesos (PhP500.00)
How to file your application?
Comprehensive details about the upcoming examination can be viewed in the official website of Civil Service Commission below.
Source: Civil Service Commission
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