In celebration of the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA), government employees across the country will join a nationwide Tree Growing Activity this September, planting and nurturing nearly 6,000 trees in designated locations.
Spearheaded by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the initiative emphasizes growing trees from planting to maturity, creating lasting oxygen sanctuaries that promote clean air, climate resilience, and public well-being.
Examinees of the Career Service Examination – Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) scheduled on 10 August 2025 are advised to review Examination Advisory No. 14, s. 2025, now available on the Civil Service Commission (CSC) website at www.csc.gov.ph.
Furthermore, the designated testing centers may also be viewed online via the Online Notice of School Assignment (ONSA) posted on the CSC website.
Read more: Important Reminders for 10 August 2025 Civil Service Exam
Government employees affected by Tropical Storms Dante, Emong, Crising, and the southwest monsoon may avail of the Special Emergency Leave (SEL), in accordance with guidelines from the Civil Service Commission (CSC).
Those residing or working in areas officially declared under a state of calamity may use up to five days of SEL within 30 days from the onset of the disaster. This special leave is not deducted from their earned leave credits and may be taken either consecutively or on separate days.
Read more: Special Emergency Leave Available for Government Employees During Calamities
As part of the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA), the Civil Service Commission (CSC) is calling on the more than two million government officials and employees to take part in the National Coastal Clean-Up this September.
The clean-up drive, a joint initiative with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), is integral to both agencies' continued partnership aimed to promote environmental stewardship through community engagement and coastal ecosystem protection.
Read more: CSC Calls on Civil Servants to Join Nationwide Coastal Clean-Up this September
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has issued the 2025 Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service (2025 RACCS) to reflect significant legal and procedural developments since the last revision in 2017.
The RACCS has served as the primary framework for handling disciplinary and non-disciplinary cases involving government officials and employees nationwide. However, changes in legislation, evolving jurisprudence, and updated CSC policies prompted a comprehensive review and overhaul.
The revised 2025 RACCS comprises 159 sections across 23 Rules. Key updates include the integration of laws such as:
Read more: CSC Revises Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service
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