REQUIREMENTS: March 2026 Career Service Exam – Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT)

What are the Requirements?

1. Application Form

A duly-accomplished application form (CS Form No. 100, Revised 2023).
The Signature and the Right Thumb mark as per CSC shall be left blank as this will be accomplished in the presence of CSC representative/ processor.
Download Links: Professional Level Application Form | Subprofessional Level Application Form

2. ID Pictures

Four (4) pieces of ID photos printed on high-quality photo paper
Passport size, colored with a white background
With a handwritten name tag showing the signature over the printed full name format.
Simply tell the photo studio that the shot is for a Civil Service application, and they will already know the standards.

Specifications are as follows:

Passport size (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm or 1.8 inches x 1.4 inches)
Colored, with white background
Taken within three (3) months prior to filing of application
Printed on good quality photo paper
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)
In bare face (with no eyeglasses, colored contact lens, or any accessories that may cover the facial features; facial features not computer enhanced)
Showing left and right ears
Taken in full-face view directly facing the camera
With neutral facial expression, and both eyes open
With HANDWRITTEN (not computer-generated) name tag legibly showing SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED FULL NAME in the format: First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name, and Extension Name, if any

3. Valid ID

With a clear picture
Date of Birth and Signature
Original and Photocopy of the following documents
Driver’s license, PRC License ID, SSS ID, GSIS ID, Voter’s ID, BIR ID, Philhealth ID, Postal ID, Current company ID, Current School ID, Police Clearance, Barangay ID.

List of Accepted Valid IDs:

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 (card type with photo);
Passport;
PRC License;
SSS I.D.;
GSIS I.D. (UMID);
Voter’s I.D./Voter’s Certification;
BIR/Taxpayer’s I.D. (ATM type/TIN card type with picture);
PhilHealth I.D. (must have the bearer’s name, clear picture, signature and PhilHealth number);
Company/Office I.D.;
School I.D.;
Police Clearance/Police Clearance Certificate (with picture);
Postal I.D.;
Barangay I.D.;
NBI Clearance;
Seaman’s Book;
HDMF Transaction I.D.;
PWD I.D.;
Solo Parent I.D.;
Senior Citizen’s I.D.;
Alien Certificate of Registration Identity Card (ACR I-CARD); and
CSC Eligibility Card (note: Implemented only beginning with the May 3, 2015 CSE-PPT).

Important Note:

Photocopy only of I.D. card, or cellphone photo of I.D., shall not be accepted.
All other I.D. cards not included in the above list shall not be accepted.
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 the preceding months of the year reckoning the date of filing of application.

4. NSO/PSA Birth Certificate

If the applicant’s ID does not include his or her birth date, he or she must bring an authenticated birth certificate.

5. Examination Fee:

₱500.00 examination fee shall be paid during the filing of application at any CSC Regional or Field Offices nationwide.

Official Exam Announcement

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) announces the conduct of the Career Service Examination, Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) for Professional and SubProfessional Levels 08 March 2026.

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Schedule of CSE-PPT in 2026

Title of Exam	Date of Exam	Application Period		Target Release of Results
Title of Exam	Date of Exam	From	To	Target Release of Results
CSE-PPT	March 08, 2026	Nov 03, 2025	Nov 28, 2025	May 11, 2026
CSE-PPT	Aug 09, 2026	April 20 2026	May 14, 2026	October 12, 2026

Calender of Civil Service Exams in 2026

What is the Civil Service Exam?

The Career Service Examination – Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT), also known as Civil Service Exam, is an important requirement for Filipinos who want to work in government agencies. It is a standardized test that measures an individual’s knowledge and skills in different areas, including general cognitive abilities, as well as specific knowledge in English, Filipino, and Mathematics. The exam is conducted by the Civil Service Commission (CSC), which is an independent government agency tasked with ensuring the efficiency, integrity, and responsiveness of the civil service.

One of the main objectives of CSE is to promote meritocracy in the Philippine civil service. The exam aims to assess an individual’s qualifications and aptitude, rather than their connections or affiliations. This helps ensure that government positions are filled by competent and qualified individuals who can deliver efficient and effective public service. Moreover, the CSE helps promote transparency and accountability in the hiring process, as it provides a level playing field for all applicants.

Passing the CSE is a pre-requisite for many government positions, including administrative, technical, and professional positions. It is an important step towards a career in the Philippine civil service, which offers job security, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. In addition, passing the CSE also opens up opportunities for Filipinos who want to work in government agencies abroad, as the exam is recognized by many foreign employers and immigration authorities.

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