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CSC releases 2nd semester schedule of COMEX

August 16, 2018

The Civil Service Commission released the Computerized Examination (COMEX) schedule for the second half of 2018. There are 12 examinations to be held in the CSC Central Office in Batasan Hills, Quezon City and seven (7) exam schedules for the regional offices.

The CSC Central Office will conduct COMEX on September 11, 18, 25; October 2, 23, 30; November 13, 20; December 4 and 11 for professional level and on August 29 and November 27 for subprofessional level. For the CSC Regional Offices, the COMEX will be held on September 6, 20; October 25; November 15; and December 13 for professional level and on October 18 and November 29 for subprofessional level. Online reservation opens four (4) working days prior to the date of examination and starts at 8:00 a.m.

To apply for COMEX, an individual must create a user account in the COMEX website, www.comex.csc.gov.ph/user. Once activated, the user will have access to the Examination Schedules and may reserve an examination slot.

CSC to accept ICLTE applications until August 24

August 15, 2018

Applications for the Intermediate Competency on Local Treasury Examination (ICLTE) is until August 24, 2018, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) reminds applicants. The conduct of the ICLTE is on October 14, 2018.

ICLTE is part of the Department of Finance’s (DOF) Standardized Examination and Assessment for Local Treasury Service (SEAL) Program. It forms part of the assessment of the DOF in the selection, appointment, designation, and promotion to higher positions in the local treasury service that do not require practice of profession and are not covered by Bar/Board and special laws.

An applicant must be a holder of the Local Treasurer Eligibility and must possess a bachelor’s degree on the date/time of filing of application. Individuals should personally file their applications at the CSC Regional Office (CSC RO) or at any of the CSC RO’s field offices, where they intend to take the examination.

CSC clarifies availability of eligibility card

August 15, 2018

The CSC Eligibility Card, which will serve as an official proof of civil service eligibility, is now initially available to passers of the 2015 Civil Service Examinations, this was announced yesterday by the Civil Service Commission (CSC). The CSC added that the said eligibility card will specifically be available for passers of the May 3, 2015 Career Service Examination Paper and Pencil Test (CSE-PPT); August 16, 2015 Fire Officer Examination; October 18, 2015 CSE-PPT; and December 6, 2015 CSE-PPT (except National Capital Region).

Passers of career service exams and other CSC-administered tests after 2015 will be issued a temporary Certification of Eligibility printed on CSC letterhead at no cost. They may also opt to apply for a regular Certification of Eligibility (printed on security paper at cost).

ADVISORY: Work Suspension

Clients are advised that work in the CSC Central Office, CSC NCR, CSC Regional Office IV (Panay Headquarters), CSC Regional Office III (RO Headquarters, Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, and Zambales Field Offices) is suspended today, August 13, 2018, starting 12:01 p.m.

This work suspension will not, however, automatically cancel scheduled activities such as training programs and meetings with other government agencies.

CSC adds two programming languages under EDPSE grant

July 30, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has included two (2) new programming languages—C# and V.B.net.—in the list of proficiency tests or training courses which can be used as basis for the grant of Electronic Data Processing Specialist Eligibility (EDPSE).

The EDPSE is conferred to passers of the proficiency test, or passers of the training courses conducted by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), through the National ICT Competency Management Service (NCM). Existing proficiency tests or training courses conducted by the DICT as basis for the grant of EDPSE are Systems Analysis and Design, Computer Programming, Java, MS Access, and Visual Basic.

CSC issues reminders for Aug. 12 CS Exam takers

July 26, 2018

More than 250,000 hopefuls are expected to take the Career Service Examination-Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) on 12 August 2018, Sunday, in various testing centers nationwide, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) reported.

This figure comprises the combined number of examinees of the Professional and Sub-Professional exam levels, who hope to pass the exams and consequently obtain a civil service eligibility which is one of the requirements to qualify for permanent appointment in government service.

The CSC advised examinees that school and room assignments may be generated using the Online Notice of School Assignment (ONSA) starting 30 July. They may also inquire with the concerned CSC Regional/Field Office, in case they are unable to access ONSA or generate their school and room assignment.

Testing venues will open as early as 6 a.m. Gates will be closed to examinees at exactly 7:30 a.m. and those that will arrive late will no longer be admitted. Failure to take the examination shall mean forfeiture of examination fee and slot. Thus, examinees are urged to conduct an ocular visit of the school at least one day before the exam to check the exact location, travel route, travel time, availability of parking space, and other relevant information.

Runners urged to join benefit run

July 25, 2018

Runners are invited to participate in the 2018 R.A.C.E. to Serve Fun Run to be held 2 September 2018 (Sunday), 4 a.m. at the Quirino Grandstand, Manila.

The fun run is open to government officials and employees, as well as private individuals. Spearheaded by the Civil Service Commission National Capital Region (CSC NCR), the event serves as the official kick-off activity to the nationwide, month-long celebration of the 118th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA).

It aims to raise funds for the Pamanang Lingkod Bayani program, which honors public servants who sacrificed their lives in the service of the Filipino people. Under the said program, government officials and employees who died in the line of duty are recognized in simple rites, with their families receiving a plaque of recognition, scholarship grant to the awardee’s immediate family member, and a one-time financial assistance worth Php100,000.

New law promises faster, more convenient gov't transactions—CSC

July 19, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) urges government agencies to review and revisit their systems and procedures for the purpose of re-engineering, if deemed necessary, as Republic Act No. 11032 mandates faster and more efficient transactions in public agencies.

R.A No. 11032 or “An Act Promoting Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery (EODB-EGSD Act), Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 9485 Otherwise Known as the Anti-Red Tape Act (ARTA) of 2007, and for Other Purposes,” signed by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, on 28 May 2018 prescribes shortened processing periods in business and non-business transactions: three (3) working days for simple transactions, seven (7) working days for complex transactions, and 20 working days for highly technical application/transactions.

CSC spearheads nationwide convergence of human resource practitioners

July 18, 2018

Leaders in management training, life coaching, human resource management and organizational development spearheads the 2018 Public Sector Human Resource Symposium which will be held at the SMX Davao Convention Center from July 18 to 20, 2018.

Close to 2,500 HR professionals from government, the private sector, and member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will attend the event. With the theme, “Achieving Breakthrough Results through Strategic HR,” this year’s plenary and concurrent sessions highlight concepts, perspectives, and insights in achieving breakthrough results that impact agency operations and delivery of excellent public service.

Eight groups vie for top prize in Gov’t Choral Fest

July 12, 2018

Melodies will fill the halls of Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo at the Cultural Center of the Philippines as eight (8) choral groups perform “Kaya Ko Ang Pagbabago” in the much-awaited Government Choral Competition (GCC) on September 18, 2018.

Entries nationwide were screened by a panel of judges composed of choral experts—Arwin Tan, Jude Roldan, and Maria Theresa Roldan.

The finalists for NCR are the National Power Chorale, City Government of Makati Employees Chorale, and COA CO/NCR Choir; for Luzon, the DepEd Catanduanes Division Choral and Dasmariñas City Teachers' Chorale; for Visayas, the NSU Chorale (Naval State University); and for Mindanao, the Bayugan City Educators Chorale and DepEd Division of Agusan Del Sur Teachers' Chorale.

ADVISORY: 2018 Public Sector HR Symposium

2018 Public Sector HR Symposium

July 18 – 20, 2018 | SMX Convention Center, Davao City, Philippines

ADVISORY

Dear Participant,

Welcome to the 2018 Public Sector HR Symposium!

For your proper guidance in attending this event, we are providing you with the following information:

CSC among the best globally for people management practices

July 3, 2018

The CSC was awarded with the Silver level accreditation under the Generation 6 Investors in People (IiP) Standard.

“When we command excellence in human resource management, we make sure that the Civil Service Commission walks the talk,”underscored by Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Alicia dela Rosa-Bala after receiving news of the accreditation, adding that,“The Silver level accreditation is a seal of excellence in organization and people management. This is an excellent achievement for CSC. It validates our commitment toward achieving our vision of being globally recognized as a center of excellence in strategic human resource and organization development.”

CSC to launch its Facebook Live Program “LunChat with CSC”

June 29, 2018

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: The Civil Service Commission invites the public to watch and engage in its weekly Facebook Live Program, “Lunchat with CSC”, which will start airing on its Facebook page on July 12, 2018, 12 noon. “LunChat with CSC” will feature talks on CSC’s programs, services, issuances, and other initiatives, and will also answer live questions from the netizens during the program.

LunChat with CSC will air every Thursday, 12 noon via Philippine Civil Service Commission Facebook Page. To get the latest updates and information about the CSC, Follow and Like the page now at www.facebook.com/PhilippineCivilServiceCommission!

Public sector’s largest HR event set on July

June 27, 2018

More than 2,300 human resource (HR) practitioners are set to learn, discuss, and collaborate in the largest HR learning event for the government service, the 2018 Public Sector Human Resource Symposium, slated on July 18 to 20, 2018 in Davao City.

With the theme, “Achieving Breakthrough Results through Strategic HR”, the event will highlight concepts, perspectives, and insights in achieving breakthrough results that impact agency operations and delivery of excellent public service. It will also showcase and benchmark best practices and experiences of progressive organizations in achieving and pursuing continuous improvements.

Plenary speakers include international experts Phil Smithson, Managing Director of On-Off Group to talk about Design Thinking; Dr. Murli Viswanathan of Carnegie Mellon University, Australia to discuss Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Technologies for HR; and Dr. Jaclyn Lee, Senior Director, HR Resources and Data Analytics of Singapore University of Technology and Design to tackle HR Digital Strategy in the Workplace.

ADVISORY: Work Suspension

11 June 2018

Per CSC Office Memorandum No. 29, s. 2018, work at the CSC Central Office, CSC Regional Office National Capital Region, CSC Regional Office IV, and the respective field offices under CSC NCR and CSC RO IV, is suspended today, 11 June 2018, effective 12 noon.

This is in light of the heightened heavy monsoon rains affecting Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon.

The work suspension, however, will not automatically cancel scheduled activities such as training programs and meetings with other government agencies.

Regular work hours will resume on 13 June 2018 at 8:00 a.m. ###

CSC releases school assignments for FOE, POE and BCLTE on June 24

June 11, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) is all set to simultaneously conduct this year’s Fire Office Examination (FOE), Penology Officer Examination (POE), and Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examination (BCLTE) on June 24, 2018.

School assignments for FOE in Luzon are La Union National High School (San Fernando City, La Union); Cagayan National High School (Tuguegarao City); Pampanga High School (San Fernando, Pampanga); Batangas National High School (Batangas City); Bicol University-CIT, Bicol University-CSSP, Divine Word College, and Divine Word College-HS/GS (Legazpi City), Ramon Magsaysay High School (Cubao) and Don Alejandro Roces S&T High School (Quezon City); and Baguio City National High School (Baguio City).

For Visayas—Iloilo National High School (Iloilo City); University of Cebu-Main Campus (Cebu City); and Leyte Normal University, Eastern Visayas State University, Leyte National High School, and Sagkahan National High School (Tacloban City).

CSC urges leaders to go digital

June 4, 2018

With rapid developments in digital innovation, one cannot undermine the need to cope with all the advancements and take advantage of the digital opportunities to aid in organizational success.

In today’s digital economy, organizations face inevitable changes which become the driving force in the emergence of digital leaders. These digital leaders inspire people to engage in rapid innovation that result to transformation and better outcomes. They are willing to explore how technological advancements can be used to help organization become more responsive to customer needs and adapt to the changing business demands.

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) shares these observations as it invites organization leaders to its 2^nd Quarter Civil Service Institute (CSI) Leadership Series 2018 themed, “Digital Leadership” on June 20, 2018 at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City.

Former barangay officials encouraged to apply for eligibility

May 30, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) encourages barangay officials who have completed their term of office on or after August 1, 2012 and who wish to continue their service to the government to apply for the Barangay Official Eligibility (BOE).

BOE is granted to elective barangay officials such as Punong Barangay/Barangay Captain, regular Sangguniang Barangay Members, and Sangguniang Kabataan Chairpersons; and to appointive barangay officials such as the Barangay Treasurers, and Barangay Secretaries who were appointed by the duly elected Punong Barangay.

CSC opens the 2018 Government Choral Competition

May 25, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) is now accepting entries to the 2018 Government Choral Competition. The deadline of registration and submission of choral work entries is until June 15, 2018.

The Government Choral Competition is one of the highlights of the upcoming 118th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary which aims to showcase musical creativity of talented government employees, promote Filipino culture and arts through choral singing, and inculcate in the minds of public servants a culture of excellence in public service.

As a general rule, a choir should have a minimum of 20 and a maximum of 30 members, including a conductor and accompanist. All singers must belong to one agency only and must be regular employees included in the agency’s plantilla of personnel regardless of status of appointment, including appointive and elective officials, except for the conductor and accompanist, who need not be government employees.

CSC releases results of March 18 Career Service exams

May 22, 2018

A total of 25,602 or 10.71% out of 238,966 examinees passed the Career Service Professional Examination, while 4,573 representing 11.20% of the 40,821 examinees passed the Career Service Sub-Professional examination, last March 18, 2018.

The Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) got the highest passing rate in the Professional level at 17.32% or 1,388 passers out of 8,014 examinees. For the SubProfessional level, the National Capital Region (NCR) had the highest passing rate at 14.80% or 1,259 out of 8,506 examinees.

CY Rodriguez from NCR topped the Professional level with a rating of 87.01, while Arvin Aliguin from Southern Tagalog topped the SubProfessional level with 88.36 rating.

CSC reschedules Fire Officer, Penology Officer, and Local Treasury Exams to June 24

May 17, 2018

The Fire Officer, Penology Officer, and Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examinations scheduled on June 17 will instead be given on June 24, 2018. This was announced by the Civil Service Commission through Examination Advisory No. 11, s. 2018.

The rescheduling was made to ensure sufficient time for preparation of administrative requirements and procedures for the conduct of the examinations in light of the two national holidays on June 12 (Araw ng Kalayaan) and on June 15 (Eid’l Fitr or end of Ramadan).

Honor graduates urged to apply for eligibility

May 10, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) invites those who graduated with Latin honors in their baccalaureate degree to apply for Honor Graduate Eligibility (HGE).

Applicants must have graduated summa cum laude, magna cum laude, cum laude or their equivalent from school year 1972-1973 and thereafter.

The HGE is applicable to graduates of private higher education institutions in the Philippines with baccalaureate/bachelor’s degree recognized by the Commission on Higher Education, or state/local college or university with baccalaureate/bachelor’s degree included in its charter, or baccalaureate/bachelor’s degree duly approved by its Board of Trustees/Board of Regents.

Honor graduates from a reputable foreign school, as verified by the Department of Foreign Affairs through the Philippine Foreign Service Posts, may apply for the Foreign School Honor Graduate Eligibility (FSHGE), provided that they are Filipino citizens.

CSC to conduct another career service exam on August 12

April 23, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) calls for applications for the August 12 Career Service Examination-Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT).

Those who weren’t able to take the March 18 conduct of the CSE-PPT Professional and Sub-professional levels may start submitting their application at the CSC Regional or Field Office where they intend to take the exam. Acceptance of applications is until June 22, 2018. However, the CSC advises interested applicants to file their applications as early as possible as this is on a first-come, first-served basis.

CSC warns government workers vs. partisan political activities

May 2, 2018

“No officer or employee in the civil service, as well as any member of the military, shall engage, directly or indirectly, in any electioneering or partisan political activity, except to vote.” This warning was issued by Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Alicia dela Rosa-Bala in line with preparations for the May 14 barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections. “Civil servants are mandated by law to uphold political neutrality in the conduct of their duties even more during election season,” added the CSC chairperson.

An advisory on Electioneering and Partisan Political Activity issued through CSC Resolution No. 1600298 dated March 29, 2016 reiterates that the prohibition aims to ensure that government workers will remain focused on the affairs of the government, do away with the spoils system, and shield public service from political influences.

CSC sets applications for Pre-Employment Test, Promotional Test and EOPT on June

April 30, 2018

Applications for the October 14, 2018 conduct of the Pre-Employment Test, Promotional Test and Ethics-Oriented Personality Test (EOPT) will begin on June 25 until August 24, 2018, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced.

The tests are additional human resource tools—aside from the Civil Service Examinations—to strengthen the overall recruitment, placement and promotion in the government service. It is used by government agencies in the objective screening or assessment of their applicants vying for vacant positions.

CSC eyes 2018 HR Symposium in Davao

April 27, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) eyes the conduct of the largest human resource symposium in the country in Davao City on July 18-20 this year. This is the first time the CSC would conduct the Symposium in Mindanao region to gather HR practitioners both from the private and public sectors under the theme, “Achieving Breakthrough Results Through Strategic HR”. For the past four years, the Symposium had been held in Cebu (2013-2016) and Metro Manila (2017).

Building on the past symposia which focused on creating change and transformation in the gains of bureaucracy, this year’s event will highlight concepts, perspectives, and insights in achieving breakthrough results that impact agency operations and delivery of excellent public service. It will also showcase and benchmark best practices and experiences of progressive organizations in achieving and pursuing continuous improvements. The sessions will emphasize the need to effectively measure desired results and monitor and evaluate accomplishments at various levels.

CSC holds special career service examination for government employees

April 12, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) will conduct a Special Career Service Examination Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) on April 15, 2018 for government employees who want to apply for a permanent position, or for a promotion. The examination also includes those under job order and contract of service with government agencies to give them opportunity for possible absorption in the government service.

The special CSE-PPT will be simultaneously conducted in 13 regions. Testing centers are the following:

CSC releases results of Foreign Service Officer qualifying test

March 26, 2018

A total of 109 examinees passed the Career Service Examination for Foreign Service Officer (CSE-FSO), the Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced.

The figure represents 17.36% of the total number of examinees who took the CSE-FSO on January 28, 2018 in 12 regions.

Garnering a rating of 89.47, Christopher Cruz from NCR bested 628 examinees of the CSE-FSO.

Applications for Fire Officer, Penology Officer, and Local Treasury Examinations sought

March 16, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) reminds the public that acceptance of applications for the Fire Officer, Penology Officer, and Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examinations is until April 27, 2018 only. The exams are slated June 17, 2018.

All three exams are open to individuals who meet the following basic qualifications: Filipino citizen; of good moral character; has not been convicted by final judgment of an offense or crime involving moral turpitude or of disgraceful or immoral conduct, dishonesty, examination irregularity, drunkenness or addiction to drugs; and has not been dishonorably discharged from military service or dismissed for cause from any civilian position in the government.

CSC releases reminders for March 18 Career Service examinees

March 14, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) will administer the Career Service Examination-Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) for both Professional and Sub-professional levels on March 18, 2018.

Examinees are advised to check their school assignment through the Online Notice of School Assignment (ONSA) from the CSC website. Those who are unable to access the ONSA may call the CSC Regional or Field Office where they filed their application or contact the CSC’s Contact Center ng Bayan. For the list of contact numbers, visit CSC’s official Facebook Page.

CSC to agency heads: Recognize outstanding gov’t workers

March 14, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) is urging heads of agencies to recognize their outstanding employees by nominating them to the 2018 Search for Outstanding Government Workers. Submission of nomination is until March 30, 2018.

“The Search is an annual nationwide undertaking of the CSC to recognize government officials and employees who have displayed outstanding work performance. We believe that there are many government workers who have exemplary contributions and whose works deserve to be recognized,” said CSC Chairperson Alicia dela Rosa-Bala.

CSC accepting candidates for leadership certification program

March 2, 2018

Individuals who wish to comply with the educational requirement for appointment to Division Chief or executive/managerial positions in government without obtaining a Master’s degree may apply for the Leadership and Management Certification Program-Recognition of Prior Learning (CPro-RPL) Track.

In CPro-RPL, candidates are expected to manifest the targeted five leadership competencies through previous real-life work experiences. These competencies are Thinking Strategically and Creatively, Leading Change, Building Collaborative, Inclusive Working Relationships, Managing Performance and Coaching for Results, and Creating and Nurturing High Performing Organization.

FOE and POE applications start February 26, 2018

February 26, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) yesterday announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2018 Fire Office Examination (FOE) and Penology Office Examination (POE) which will be both conducted on June 17, 2018. Deadline for submission of applications is on April 27, 2018.

The CSC emphasized that apart from the standard qualification requirements, FOE applicants must be 21 to 35 years old at the date of filing while POE applicants must be at least 18 years old at the date of filing.

CSC reminds government workers to file SALNs early

February 23, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) reminds all public officials and employees to file their sworn Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Networth (SALN) for 2017 by April 30, 2018.

The annual filing of SALN is required under the 1987 Philippine Constitution and under Republic Act No. 6713, also known as the “Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.”

The SALN should contain the true, detailed, and sworn declaration of one’s assets, liabilities, networth, business interests and financial connections, as well as relatives in government service within the fourth degree of consanguinity or affinity as of the end of the preceding year.

CSC sets rules on I.D. cards accepted for transactions

February 15, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has prescribed a unified list of I.D. cards to be accepted for transactions involving civil service examinations, grant of eligibility under special laws and CSC issuances, and certification/authentication of eligibility.

The accepted I.D. cards are the following—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; 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; 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.

CSC releases 2017 anti-red tape survey results, sees improvement in ARTA’s 10-year implementation

February 5, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) released the results of the 2017 Anti-Red Tape Act Report Card Survey (ARTA RCS) showing that out of the 583 offices that have been surveyed, 81.65% or 476 offices passed.

The CSC conducts the RCS annually to check an agency’s overall client satisfaction and compliance with Republic Act No. 9485 or Anti-Red Tape Act, a law which aims to improve frontline service delivery in the government.

“The CSC noted a consistent increase in the percentage of service offices passing the survey, from 78% in 2010 to 81.65% in 2017,” CSC Chairperson Alicia dela Rosa-Bala said.

Of those which passed, 61 (12.81%) received Excellent rating while three (3) offices (.63%) were rated Outstanding. A total of 328 (68.91%) garnered a Good rating, and 84 offices (17.65%) got Acceptable. For not meeting set standards, 92 offices (15.78%) Failed the RCS; 15 offices had zero respondents thus did not get any rating.

CSC lauds ‘ARTAnized’ offices, cites them public service giants

January 23, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) yesterday recognized government offices which best complied with the provisions of the Anti-Red Tape Act (ARTA), a law which aims to improve frontline services. The activity, “ARTAnized: The ARTA Dekada Celebration”, highlighted the accomplishments in the 10-year implementation of ARTA.

“It is quite overwhelming to see today a bright future for the Philippine public service, as we are now accompanied by a number of public service giants or those who have shown passion in complying with the Anti-Red Tape Act—the ARTAnized offices and agencies, that is how we call them,” CSC Chairperson Alicia dela Rosa-Bala said in her keynote message.

CSC confers new Local Treasurer Eligibility on 1,234

January 23, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has conferred the Local Treasurer Eligibility on 1,234 individuals out of 6,521 examinees of the Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examination (BCLTE) held last November 26, 2017.

Janine Lynn Ochia from Northern Mindanao (Region X) topped the exam with a 92.78 rating, followed by Alvim Batol from SOCCKSARGEN (Region XII) with a 91.67 rating. Remar Doromal also from Region XII and Kevin Pumares from Ilocos (Region I), tied in third place with a 90.28 rating.

CSC releases Computerized Exam schedule for 2018 1st semester

January 19, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) reminds the public that aside from the traditional pen-and-paper mode, the Career Service Examination can also be taken through a computerized mode—CSC Computerized Examination (COMEX).

The CSC recently released the dates for the COMEX at CSC Central Office and Regional Offices. The CSC Central Office will conduct COMEX-Professional level on February 6 and 13, April 3, 17, and 24, May 8 and 22, and June 5 and 19. The Sub-Professional level will be conducted on January 30 and May 29.

COMEX-Professional level of exam in participating CSC Regional Offices will be on February 8 and 15, April 12, 19, and 26, May 17 and 24, and June 7, 21, and 28. The Sub-Professional level will be conducted on May 31.

Public service exemplars recognized

January 22, 2018

Government agencies that have significantly curbed red tape and improved their respective frontline services were recently recognized in an event marking the 10^th anniversary of the Anti-Red Tape Act (ARTA) of 2007 or Republic Act No. 9485 held by the Civil Service Commission (CSC).

In the event dubbed “ARTAnized: An ARTA Dekada Celebration” held January 22, 2018 in Quezon City, the CSC showcased local government units (LGUs) with the highest numerical ratings in the ARTA Report Card Survey (RCS) done in 2010, 2011, and 2016.

Called “ARTA RCS Achievers”, they are the City Government of Santiago, Isabela which garnered a numerical rating of 96.45 in 2016; City Government of Tagum, Davao del Norte with a rating of 95.84 in 2011; and Provincial Government of Compostela Valley, 95.5 in 2010.

The rest of the achievers include the City Government of Borongan, Samar; Municipal Government of Arayat, Pampanga; City Government of Iriga, Camarines Sur; Municipal Government of Mamasapano, Maguindanao; Municipal Government of Dolores, Abra; Municipal Government of Talipao, Sulu; Municipal Government of Upi, Maguindanao; and Municipal Government of Labo, Camarines Norte.

CSC to honor ‘anti-red tape’ champions

January 16, 2018

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) will recognize national and local government offices that have significantly curbed red tape and improved their respective frontline services.

In an event dubbed “ARTAnized: An ARTA Dekada Celebration” marking the 10^th anniversary of the Anti-Red Tape Act (ARTA) or Republic Act No. 9485, which was enacted on June 2, 2007, the CSC will showcase 10 local government units (LGUs) with the highest numerical ratings in the Report Card Survey from 2010 to 2016.

CSC warns public against review centers, mobile app

December 29, 2017

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) clarified that it does not endorse or accredit any review center offering classes to examinees nor has it developed a downloadable mobile review application. The warning came in light of social media offers and outdoor advertisements offering review classes for career service (CS) exams. The CSC reiterates that review centers claiming to have been accredited are not in any way connected with CSC, adding that availing of review classes will be at one’s own risk as it is not a guarantee of passing the CS exams.

As the CSC began accepting applications for the March 18, 2018 Career Service Examination-Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT), it warned the public anew against institutions offering review classes or selling of reviewers or similar materials for the CS professional and sub-professional examinations.

Contact Center ng Bayan continues to accept public service complaints

December 28, 2017

Starting November 4, 2017, the President's 8888 Citizens' Complaint Hotline, which was temporarily hosted by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) since August 1, 2016, is being fully managed and operated by the Office of the President through the Office of the Cabinet Secretary. The CSC, however, will continue to attend to queries, complaints, requests for assistance, and other types of feedback on government frontline services through the Contact Center ng Bayan.

The Contact Center ng Bayan (CCB) is a feedback mechanism where citizens can request for information and assistance on government frontline service procedures, report commendations, appreciation, complaints, and feedback. The public may reach the CCB by calling 1-6565, sending a text message to 0908-8816565, or an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

The facility currently runs from Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Starting January 3, 2018, the CCB can be reached Mondays thru Fridays from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

CSC imposes dismissal for gov’t workers involved in fixing

December 27, 2017

Government workers found guilty of fixing and/or in collusion with fixers in consideration of economic and/or other gain or advantage shall be penalized by dismissal and perpetual disqualification from public service.

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has integrated violations of Republic Act No. 9485 or Anti-Red Tape Act of 2007 in the list of administrative offenses in the 2017 Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service (2017 RACCS), with corresponding penalties depending on the gravity or depravity and effects of the offense in government service.

CSC resets exam in Iligan City on March 18, 2018

December 27, 2017

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced the resetting of the suspended August 6, 2017 Career Service Examination-Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) in Iligan City Testing Center to March 18, 2018, simultaneous with the first schedule of CSE-PPT next year. The said suspension was due to the hostility in Marawi City, from where the majority of the examinees in Iligan come from.

Affected examinees need not register for the March 18, 2018 exam, and shall only be given one chance to take the reset examination free of charge. Those who would not be able to take the March 18 exam shall have their examination fee and slot forfeited.

Search for honest, hardworking government workers is on

December 20, 2017

Do you know someone who works in government who deserves to receive an award for exemplary service?

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) announces that nominations to the 2018 Search for Outstanding Government workers may now be submitted to the CSC’s provincial and regional offices. The annual Search forms part of CSC’s Honor Awards Program (HAP) and the awards to be given out are the highest and most coveted recognition given by the government to individuals or group of individuals who have excelled or shown outmost dedication and commitment in public service.

CSC sets exam guidelines for PWDs, pregnant, seniors

November 29, 2017

As part of measures to promote equal employment opportunity in government, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) has released guidelines on the administration of the Career Service Examination-Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) to persons with disabilities (PWDs), pregnant women, and senior citizens.

Under CSC Resolution No. 1701159 issued July 31, 2017 and circularized through CSC Memorandum Circular No. 31, s. 2017 dated October 6, 2017, partially and totally blind examinees can take the examination using either the Dictation or the Braille system, with the help of a suitable room examiner and proctor. Those with low vision will be assigned test materials with increased font size.

The deaf or hard of hearing will be guided by a room examiner and proctor with knowledge on sign language or by certified sign language interpreters.

Local executives to undergo HR training

November 24, 2017

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has embarked on a program to train local government officials on human resource (HR) management and organization development.

The CSC and the DILG issued Joint Circular No. 1, s. 2107 to launch the Local Executives Program (LEP) which aims to enable local executives to appreciate the value of HR in achieving their local government agenda.

Target participants of the LEP are governors, mayors, vice governors, vice mayors, sanggunian members, and administrators of the 1,715 provincies, cities, and municipalities nationwide.

CSC releases 2018 civil service examination calendar

November 22, 2017

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced the conduct of the 2018 Career Service Examination - Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) on March 18 and August 12. Aside from the CSE-PPT, CSC will also administer other nationwide civil service examinations next year namely, the Career Service Examination for Foreign Service Officer (January 28); Fire Officer Examination, and Penology Officer Examination (June 17); Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examination (June 17 and October 14).

CSC announces 2018 schedule of career service exams

November 16, 2017

The Civil Service Commission Regional and Field Offices are now accepting applications for the March 18, 2018 Career Service Examination-Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT). The deadline for submission of application is on January 31, 2018. The CSC reminds interested individuals however to file their applications early because acceptance of application is on a first-come, first-served basis and shall be closed any time before the deadline if the CSC Regional/Field Office has already reached the target number of applicants.

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CSC COMEX Advisory No. 17, s. 2018

TO : ALL REGISTRANTS OF CSC COMEX SYSTEM

SUBJECT : CSC COMEX Schedule for the 2^nd Semester of 2018

The following important reminders and schedules for the conduct of CSC COMEX and the corresponding Online Reservation of examination slots shall be observed:

Examination Advisory No. 20 , s. 2018

ADVISORY

TO : ALL EXAMINEES OF THE JUNE 24, 2018 FOE, POE AND BCLTE

SUBJECT : Examination Results

The results (List of Passers) of the June 24, 2018 Fire Officer Examination (FOE), Penology Officer Examination (POE) and Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examination (BCLTE) shall be posted on the CSC website www.csc.gov.ph | Examination Results by August 5, 2018.

CSC COMEX Advisory No. 19, s. 2018

TO : ALL CSC COMEX REGISTRANTS

SUBJECT : Technical Issues in the Creation of User Account

In the Examination Account Registration of the CSC COMEX, an individual interested to take the computerized examination can register online via comex.csc.gov.ph website by creating a user account. However, there are two (2) technical issues that an applicant may encounter: purging of account and intermittent internet connectivity.

Examination Advisory No. 18 , s. 2018

A D V I S O R Y

TO : All Examinees of the August 12, 2018 Career Service Examination, Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT)

SUBJECT : School Assignment and Important Reminders

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Examination Announcement No. 06 , s. 2018

ANNOUNCEMENT

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) announces the conduct of the

INTERMEDIATE COMPETENCY ON
LOCAL TREASURY EXAMINATION (ICLTE)
for CY 2018:

Date of Examination	Application Period
Date of Examination	From	To
October 14, 2018	June 25, 2018	August 24, 2018

The guidelines that follow shall be observed in the conduct of the examination.

Examination Announcement No. 06 , s. 2018

ANNOUNCEMENT

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) announces the conduct of the

♦ Pre-Employment Test
♦ Promotional Test
♦ Ethics-Oriented Personality Test (EOPT)

Date of Examination	Application Period
Date of Examination	From	To
October 14, 2018	June 25, 2018	August 24, 2018

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Examination Announcement No. 05 , s. 2018

ANNOUNCEMENT

With reference to Examination Announcement Nos. 04 and 05 respectively dated November 7 and 17, 2017, testing center of Region IV for the conduct on August 12, 2018 of the Career Service Examination, Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) for Professional and SubProfessional Levels in Occidental Mindoro is rectified, as follows:

Examination Announcement No. 1, s 2018

ANNOUNCEMENT

With reference to Examination Announcement No. 04 dated November 7, 2017, the following testing centers shall be included as additional testing centers for Regions 8 and 11 for the conduct of the Career Service Examination - Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) for Professional and SubProfessional Levels on August 12, 2018

Region	Additional Testing Center/s
8	Calbayog City
11	City of Mati, Davao Oriental

Examination Advisory No. 11 , s. 2016

ADVISORY

TO : HOLDERS OF CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY WITH ONE YEAR VALIDITY PERIOD

SUBJECT : Re-issuance of Certification of Eligibility

There are passers of civil service eligibility examinations, beginning with the May 3, 2015 Career Service Examination (Professional and SubProfessional levels), who have been issued a Certification of Eligibility printed on CSC letterhead, free of charge and bearing a validity period of one year from the indicated date of issuance.

RESULTS OF THE AUGUST 16, 2015 CSE-PPT (NCR)

IMPORTANT:

Read thoroughly, and be guided, by the corresponding Examination Advisory No. 12, s. 2015 posted in the CSC website through this (link).
Individual test result generation through OCSERGS (Online Civil Service Examination Result Generation System) shall be available by Oct. 12, 2015 and thereafter.
Concerns on examination result, including verification of Examinee Number, should be coordinated directly with the CSCRO concerned.
Certification of Eligibility for passers (printed on CSC letterhead, free of charge) shall be available by Oct. 27, 2015 and thereafter. (N.B.: CSC Eligibility card is not yet available.)
Passers may also opt to apply for regular Certification of Eligibility (printed on security paper at cost). ###