Last updated: October 19, 2026
Quick answer: Civil Service Exam 2027 schedule
- March 14, 2027: CSE-PPT Professional and Subprofessional. Filing opens November 2, 2026.
- August 8, 2027: CSE-PPT Professional and Subprofessional. Filing opens May 10, 2027.
- New for 2027: filing is continuous until slots run out, not a fixed few-week window. It’s first come, first served.
Source: CSC Examination Announcement No. 05, s. 2026 (published September 3, 2026).
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has released the official 2027 calendar for its pen-and-paper civil service exams. If you’re aiming for a permanent government job, this is the schedule to plan around. Filing for the March exam opens in about two weeks.
Official 2027 Civil Service Exam Calendar
| Exam date | Exam | Application period | Target slots | Target results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 24, 2027 | Career Service Exam for Foreign Service Officer (CSE-FSO) | Sept 16 – Oct 30, 2026 (filed with the DFA) | 688 | March 8, 2027 |
| March 14, 2027 | CSE-PPT Professional and Subprofessional | From November 2, 2026, continuous until slots are filled | 350,000 | May 11, 2027 |
| August 8, 2027 | CSE-PPT Professional and Subprofessional | From May 10, 2027, continuous until slots are filled | 350,000 | October 5, 2027 |
What’s Different in 2027: Filing Until Slots Run Out
For the 2026 exams, CSC used fixed application windows. For the March 2026 exam, filing ran from November 3 to 28, 2025. For 2027, applications open on a continuous basis until the available slots are filled, or until CSC announces otherwise.
What this means for you: there is no fixed deadline to rely on. In popular testing centers, especially in NCR, Region III and Region IV, slots can run out quickly. For context, 307,747 people took the March 2026 exam, and 240,934 took the August 2026 exam in the areas where it pushed through. With 350,000 slots per sitting, file in the first days after November 2 if you want your preferred testing center.
Key Dates for the March 14, 2027 Exam
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed exam announcement (testing centers, requirements) | Due about 3 weeks before filing opens. Not yet posted as of Oct 19, so expect it any day. |
| Filing opens | November 2, 2026 |
| Filing closes | When slots fill, or as CSC announces |
| Exam day | Sunday, March 14, 2027 |
| Target release of results | May 11, 2027 |
Requirements and Fee
CSC will publish the official requirements in its specific announcement for the March 2027 exam. Based on the 2026 CSE-PPT, expect the following:
- A filled-out application form (CS Form No. 100, available from CSC offices or the CSC website)
- Recent ID photos in the size and number CSC specifies
- A valid government-issued ID, original plus photocopy
- The examination fee, which was ₱500 in 2026, paid when you file at a CSC Regional or Field Office
In general, you must be a Filipino citizen, at least 18 years old, and not have already passed the same exam level. Check the official announcement for the complete list, because CSC strictly enforces its photo and ID rules.
Exam Format and Passing Grade
| Level | Items | Time limit |
|---|---|---|
| Professional | 170 | 3 hours 10 minutes |
| Subprofessional | 165 | 2 hours 40 minutes |
Figures are from the 2026 CSE-PPT. To pass, you need a general rating of at least 80.00. Calculators, watch calculators, tablets and printed materials are not allowed.
What the exam covers
- Verbal ability (English and Filipino): grammar, vocabulary, paragraph organization and reading comprehension
- Numerical ability: basic operations and word problems
- Analytical ability (Professional): word association, assumptions and conclusions, logic and data interpretation
- Clerical ability (Subprofessional): filing and spelling
- General information (both levels): the Philippine Constitution, RA 6713 (Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards), peace and human rights, and environmental management and protection
Professional or Subprofessional: Which Should You Take?
- Professional eligibility (second level) qualifies you for first-level (clerical) and second-level (technical, executive and managerial) career service positions, except those that require a professional license. Choose this if you have, or will soon have, a college degree and want room to grow.
- Subprofessional eligibility (first level) qualifies you for first-level clerical positions only.
Either way, eligibility alone doesn’t get you hired. You must also meet the position’s education, experience and training requirements.
Your Review Timeline for March 14, 2027
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| Late October | Prepare your ID photos and valid ID. Watch for CSC’s March 2027 announcement. |
| November 2 onward | File early to secure your testing center. Then take a diagnostic test. |
| November – December | Numerical ability fundamentals (fractions, percentages, ratios, word problems) and English and Filipino grammar. |
| January | Analytical reasoning and reading comprehension. Study the Constitution and RA 6713. |
| February | Timed full mock exams: 170 items in 3 hours 10 minutes. Review your mistakes. |
| March 1–13 | Light review, check your school assignment, and prepare for exam day. |
Start with our CSE Interactive Sample Exam to find your weak areas, then follow the Civil Service Exam 2027 Reviewer Guide.
Still Waiting on the November 22 Reset Exam?
If you registered for the August 9, 2026 exam in NCR or the affected testing centers in Region IV and CAR, you take the reset exam on November 22, 2026. You don’t need to re-file for that one. See details and the latest results in our August 2026 Civil Service Exam Results post. Only 14.41% passed in August, so plan a thorough review.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the civil service exam in 2027?
The CSE-PPT (Professional and Subprofessional) is on March 14, 2027 and August 8, 2027. A separate CSE for Foreign Service Officers is on January 24, 2027.
When can I apply for the March 2027 civil service exam?
Filing opens November 2, 2026 and continues until the available slots are filled, or until CSC announces otherwise. File early.
How much is the civil service exam fee?
It was ₱500 for the 2026 CSE-PPT. CSC will confirm the 2027 fee in its specific examination announcement.
What is the passing score for the civil service exam?
A general rating of at least 80.00.
When are the March 2027 civil service exam results?
CSC’s target release date is May 11, 2027.
Sources
- CSC: Examination Announcement No. 05, s. 2026: Calendar of Civil Service Examinations (PPT) for CY 2027
- CSC: CSC Releases Results of 8 March 2026 Civil Service Exam
- CSC: Over 307K Take Civil Service Exam
- CSC: Examination Advisory No. 16, s. 2026: Reset to 22 November 2026
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