Passing the civil service examination in the Philippines is a difficult task that only a few people win. Most of us dream of being one of those few people, but we don't know how to make it happen. In this article, I'm going to give you some tips and techniques to pass your civil service exam too!
Tip #1. Keep in mind the scope of the exam
The Civil Service Exam is a written test that covers a
variety of topics, including Math, English, Filipino, and General Information.
The civil service exam is not an easy test to pass. However, there are some
things you can do to increase your chances of passing. You can start off by
familiarizing yourself with the topics and scope of the exam. Read up on those
topics. If you haven't already, you can review your schoolwork and review what
you learned when you were in school.
Here are the topics included in the Civil Service exam:
- Word analogy – Study on your bridging sentences
- Grammar– Review on subject and verb agreement, modifiers, conjunctions, etc.
- Paragraph Organization – Paragraph structures, transition words, etc.
- Reading Comprehension – Learn how to look for the main idea, the message of the paragraph, etc.
- Math – Remember your PEMDAS (Parenthesis, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction), interest and percentages, word problems, etc.
- Number Series – Prime or Odd Numbers, Squares or Cubes, Pattern in differences, Complex Patterns
- General Information – Read up the parts of the Philippine constitution about environmental conservation, indigenous people, and territorial disputes.
- Logic – Most of it will be on “Finding the best assumption and best conclusion” questions
Don’t worry because the Math tests won’t cover advanced Math
topics like Calculus and Mathematical Physics, but expect basic Math topics,
Algebra, and some Geometry. English topics will cover basic grammar and
spelling rules.
For subprofessional level, expect that clerical topics will be included while analogy and logic are covered in the professional level.
Passing the Civil Service Examination will require someone
to have a good understanding of the subject matter. Some people say they passed
by luck. Rarely will that happen. You will have a better chance at passing if
you prepare well. The process to preparation includes taking review classes,
downloading eBooks and preparing for mock exams. It is really helpful to learn
sample test questions online. This can give you an idea on what level of
difficulty you will face in your exam.
Tip #3. Practice Test, Take Sample Exams
Make sure to practice as much as possible, because there is
no substitute for experience. You should always take at least one sample exam
to be familiar with common questions so you can anticipate what will be asked
during your civil service exam day. Take note of your weaknesses and apply
these weak points in your test prep study time. If you find an area that needs
work, do more examples on that specific topic to further your knowledge.
Remember, practice makes perfect!
Tip #4. Read. Do not memorize
Since the civil service exam is a multiple-choice test, your
goal is to build your stock knowledge. Except for a few crucial lessons, most
of the information doesn’t need to be memorized. All you have to do now is read
and get familiar with the fundamental concepts.
Effective civil service exam reviewers only attempt to imitate the actual exam by presenting sample questions to teach you how to correctly answer them. Therefore, do not memorize the answers.
Tip #5. Allocate your time in answering questions
Because the exam is long, we suggest that this is how you
take the exam.
- 2 hours – Comprehending and answering questions you are SURE of, starting with the subject you are most confident in. While taking the test, if you think one question is really difficult to answer, don’t waste your time trying hard to find the best answer for that one.
- 1 hour – Answering/ Guessing questions you AREN’T SURE of
- 10 minutes – Double checking if you’ve missed out a question and re-shading those that aren’t properly shaded. Do not leave any question unanswered.
Tip #6. Practice Shading
Learning the right shading force is important. We need to
make sure the machine counts all of our answers. It is necessary to shade the
answer sheet in full, meaning no excess of shading, or in half. This is why it
is important to be careful of how much shading we apply; filling in excess or
in half should be avoided.
If you shaded a wrong number, just place an X on top of it and shade the correct answer. NOTE: Only one X is allowed per number
Tip #7. Stay Healthy and Eat Brain-boosting Foods
Eating right will help you get on the right track. Keep your
mind and body healthy. Maintain a regular exercise routine. Study religiously.
While preparing for the civil service examination, you should incorporate all
three into your daily routine.
Tip #8. Bring all the requirements and do note be late during the exam day
Make sure you bring all the requirements the day of the
exam, since the proctors won't let you proceed without them.
Refer to the list you received after applying, but the basic requirements are:
- Valid ID with picture
- Application receipt
- Official receipt
- Dark lead pencils, sharpener, eraser and/or ballpens
- Notice of school assignment
Sleep early to wake up early. You need to be in the venue an hour before the exam. Do not be late for the Civil Service Exam, it will not only result to a lesser time on answering but it also stresses you out.
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.
Tip #9. Pray and Stay Positive
Before you even start studying for the civil service exam,
it's important to pray and stay positive. The law of attraction says that what
you put out into the universe will come back to you. So if you're putting out
negative energy, chances are you won't pass the exam. That's why it's important to think positively
about your upcoming test. If you believe
in yourself, have faith in God, and have a firm belief that passing the exam is
possible then it can be done!
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You've got this! Follow these tips and you'll be well on your way to passing your civil service exam.
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