CSC Exam Schedule 2026: Filing Dates and Deadlines
Quick answer
The next Civil Service Exam (pen-and-paper test) is on March 14, 2027. The CSC calendar opens filing on November 2, 2026. That is a special non-working day, so the next working day is November 3; the exact start is the one in the CSC announcement. CSC gives the exam twice a year for both the Professional and Subprofessional levels. The 2026 exams were on March 8 and August 9. To see which applications are open now, check our 2026 exam calendar.
2027 exam dates
| Exam day | Filing opens | Filing closes |
|---|---|---|
| March 14, 2027 | November 2, 2026 (a holiday; next working day November 3) | When slots are full or CSC announces |
| August 8, 2027 | May 10, 2027 | When slots are full or CSC announces |
CSC targets 350,000 exam slots for each 2027 date. Filing is continuous, so slots may fill before any closing date.
2026 exam dates
| Exam day | Filing period |
|---|---|
| March 8, 2026 | November 3 to 28, 2025 |
| August 9, 2026 | May 14 to June 10, 2026 |
Both 2026 exams covered the Professional and Subprofessional levels. See all dates on our 2026 exam calendar.
How CSC announces each exam
- Yearly calendar: CSC first publishes the dates for the whole year.
- Exam announcement: about three weeks before filing opens, CSC posts testing centers, slots, requirements, scope and passing grade on csc.gov.ph.
- Regional notices: CSC regional and field offices may add local notices on filing mode and remaining slots.
- Exam advisory: about two weeks before exam day, CSC posts reminders and updates.
Where do you apply?
- Apply on the official website: https://csc.gov.ph/
What are the common problems and how do you fix them?
Different dates on other websites
CSC recognizes only its own website and official pages. Check the announcement on csc.gov.ph.
Filing closed before you went
Offices stop accepting once they reach their slot target. File early in the period.
Took the same level recently
You cannot take the same level within 3 months of your last attempt.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Civil Service Exam?
The next pen-and-paper exam is on March 14, 2027. Filing opens on November 2, 2026 in the CSC calendar. That is a special non-working day, so the next working day is November 3, 2026. The exact start is the one in the CSC exam announcement.
How many times a year is the Civil Service Exam held?
Twice a year. In 2027 the dates are March 14 and August 8.
Is the Subprofessional level offered on both dates?
Yes. Both 2026 dates and both 2027 dates include the Professional and Subprofessional levels.
When does filing close?
For 2027, filing runs continuously until the slots are filled or CSC announces otherwise. Filing early is the safest choice.
Where does CSC post the official schedule?
On csc.gov.ph. Regional offices may post extra notices about local slots and filing modes.
How much is the exam fee?
The 2026 announcements set the fee at PHP 500. The steps to file are in our application guide.
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