The Civil Service Commission (CSC) conducted the nationwide Career Service Examination – Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) for both Professional and Subprofessional levels on August 9, 2026.
This page serves as the dedicated portal for examinees seeking the official list of passers, score generation via the Online Civil Service Examination Result Generation System (OCSERGS), and step-by-step instructions for claiming the Certification of Eligibility (CoE).
📊 August 2026 CSE-PPT Summary & Schedule
| Category | Details |
| Exam Date | August 9, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Target Results Release Date | On or before October 12, 2026 |
| Passing Grade Requirement | 80.00% General Rating |
| Levels Included | Professional and Subprofessional |
| Official Portals | www.csc.gov.ph | exam.csc.gov.ph |
| Individual Score System | OCSERGS (erpo.csc.gov.ph/ocsergs/) |
Official Status Notice: Following standard processing protocols, examination booklets and answer sheets are undergo computer automated optical mark verification. Passers lists by region will appear below as soon as they are formally signed and released by the Commission.
🔎 How to Check Your August 2026 CSE-PPT Results
Examinees can verify their status and scores through two primary official channels:
Option 1: CSC Regional Passers List (PDF Portal)
- Go to the official CSC main site:
www.csc.gov.phorexam.csc.gov.ph. - Access the “Examination Results” portal section.
- Select your designated region (e.g., NCR, CAR, Regions I through XII, CARAGA, or BARMM).
- Open the official PDF list corresponding to your exam level (Professional or Subprofessional).
- Use the search function (
Ctrl + F) to find your Last Name, First Name.
Option 2: Individual Report of Rating via OCSERGS
Both passing and non-passing examinees can access their full subject breakdown via OCSERGS. Learn more here
- Visit
https://erpo.csc.gov.ph/ocsergs/. - Provide your complete examination credentials:
- Examinee Number
- Date of Birth
- Date of Examination:
August 09, 2026 - Level of Exam: Professional or Subprofessional
- Testing Region / Center
- Click Submit to view and print your official Report of Rating.
📜 Claiming the Certification of Eligibility (CoE)
Examinees who secure a general rating of 80.00% or higher are automatically conferred Civil Service Eligibility. Passers have two options when requesting their documentation: Learn more here.
┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ CERTIFICATION OPTIONS │
├───────────────────────────────────┬────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 1. Free CoE (Official Letterhead) │ 2. Security Paper CoE (With Fee) │
├───────────────────────────────────┼────────────────────────────────────┤
│ • Printed on CSC official paper │ • Printed on security paper │
│ • Free of charge │ • Regular processing fee applies │
│ • Issued at the Regional/Field │ • Issuable at any of the 16 CSC │
│ Office where exam was taken │ Regional Offices nationwide │
└───────────────────────────────────┴────────────────────────────────────┘
Required Documents for Retrieval:
- Valid Government-Issued ID (Original and clear photocopy)
- Application Receipt / Exam Slip (if retained)
- 4 Passport-size Photos (White background, wearing a neutral collar, with hand-held name tag and signature)
- Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When will the August 2026 Civil Service Exam results be published?
As per CSC Examination Announcement No. 03, s. 2026, the official results for the August 9, 2026 CSE-PPT are scheduled for release on or before October 12, 2026.
What is the passing score for the August 2026 Civil Service Exam?
An examinee must achieve a minimum general rating of 80.00% to pass either the Professional or Subprofessional exam level.
How do I get my exam score if I did not pass?
All examinees can retrieve their detailed individual score breakdown through the Online Civil Service Examination Result Generation System (OCSERGS) portal (erpo.csc.gov.ph/ocsergs/) approximately 1 to 2 weeks after the main list release.
Does Civil Service Eligibility expire?
No. Civil Service eligibility obtained via the CSE-PPT does not expire and remains valid for a lifetime for public sector employment, provided it is not revoked by administrative order.
What is the distinction between Professional and Subprofessional eligibility?
- Professional Level: Qualifies eligibility holders for both 1st level (clerical/administrative) and 2nd level (technical, professional, executive) positions in government service.
- Subprofessional Level: Qualifies eligibility holders exclusively for 1st level (clerical, trade, crafts) government positions.