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Tips on how to pass the Civil Service Commission (CSC) Exam


A lot of Filipinos yearn to serve their fellow countrymen by working in government agencies but before doing so, we are aware that we first need to pass the Civil Service Exam. If that’s the case, then why is that so? Are there any tips for normal people like you to be confident after taking the test?


First things first and in order to get to the prime thought of this article, let us first review a few things you may be unaware of.

What is CSC?

As some of you may not know, the abbreviation CSC stands for Civil Service Commission. They are the ones who support and administer the test in order to be fully qualified to work in government agencies. The CSC strongly emphasized the importance of passing the test prior to establishing a career in the government. Passers are entitled to the sub-professional or professional eligibility; together with education, experience, and training; for a permanent position in the government field.

Check: Civil Service Exam Schedule and Exam Requirements

With that being said, we now have a clear vision on why passing the CSC is important to us (especially the ones who want to work in government agencies). Take note that if you already passed in BAR (exam for Lawyers), CPA (Accountants), and other board exams for professionals, then you are not required to take the CSC anymore.

Read: List of CSC Regional Offices and Field Offices

Tips on Passing the SCS Exam

1. General ability tests cover grammar and correct usage, vocabulary, reading comprehension, analogy, logic, paragraph organization, and numerical reasoning. These will be taken for three hours and it is the professional level examination so you should cover 70% of your review in these fields.

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