The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has opened applications for the CSS 2027 written examination, giving successful preliminary test candidates a limited time to complete the registration process.

According to the commission, online applications will be accepted until November 25, 2026. Only candidates who have passed the Medical and Psychological Test (MPT) 2027 are eligible to apply.

The written examination is scheduled to begin on January 27, 2027, across 19 cities in Pakistan.

Important application deadlines

FPSC has also made it compulsory for candidates to submit a signed printed copy of their online application, along with the required documents, by December 4, 2026.

Applicants have been advised to complete their online registration before the deadline and ensure that all supporting documents reach the commission on time.

CSS 2027 eligibility criteria

According to the announced requirements, candidates must hold at least a second-division bachelor's degree from a recognised institution.

The age limit for the examination is 21 to 30 years. Candidates' ages will be calculated as of December 31, 2026.

However, applicants belonging to eligible categories under the relevant CSS rules can receive a two-year age relaxation, taking the maximum age limit to 32 years.

Passing the MPT 2027 is mandatory for appearing in the written examination. Candidates who have not qualified in the preliminary test cannot apply for this stage.

The CSS examination is one of Pakistan's most competitive recruitment examinations, offering successful candidates opportunities to join the country's civil services.