CSS Competitive Examination 2027: FPSC Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee and Dates

The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has issued Public Notice No. F.2(1)/2026-CE for the CSS Competitive Examination (CE-2027). This notice is for candidates who have already qualified in the MCQ Based Preliminary Test (MPT) for CE-2027. It explains who can apply, how to generate the PSID, when to submit the online form and when the signed hard copy must reach FPSC.

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CSS Competitive Examination 2027: Key Details

Who Is Eligible to Apply for CSS CE-2027?

The notice says that only candidates who have qualified in MPT CE-2027 are eligible to apply for the written examination. Applicants must also have the following:

• A Bachelor's degree with at least Second Division.
• A valid self-domicile certificate.
• Age between 21 and 30 years on the prescribed cutoff date, subject to the two-year relaxation allowed for the categories listed in Rule 6.

The cutoff date for determining age, qualification, domicile and other eligibility is 31 December 2026, in accordance with Rule 5. Candidates provisionally admitted under Rules 11(20) and 11(21) will remain responsible for meeting every eligibility requirement. FPSC can cancel a candidature later if a candidate is found ineligible.

CSS CE-2027 Application Fee and PSID

Each eligible candidate must log in to the official FPSC website using the MPT login and password and open the Apply Online link. Complete the profile and generate a 16-digit PSID for payment of the Rs2,200 fee. The PSID is mandatory for online fee payment.

The fee can be paid through the 1-Link facility using an ATM, mobile banking app such as Easypaisa or JazzCash, internet banking or an over-the-counter payment at a 1-Link member bank. Payment made through an old FPSC challan form, bank draft, pay order or cheque will not be accepted.

How to Apply Online for CSS Written Exam 2027

1. Open www.fpsc.gov.pk and select the Apply Online option.
2. Log in with the MPT CE-2027 login and password issued for your qualified application.
3. Complete or update your profile and generate the 16-digit PSID.
4. Pay the Rs2,200 fee through a 1-Link channel before 25 November 2026.
5. Log in again through Apply Online and enter the remaining information.
6. Select optional subjects, occupational groups and the examination centre according to the instructions and the relevant appendix.
7. Submit the online application and confirm that it appears in Application History.

Important: Paying the fee does not by itself mean that the application has been submitted. Complete the remaining form and verify the Application History entry. The notice says that changes will not be allowed after submission.

Documents for the Signed Hard Copy

After submitting the online form, print and sign it. The signed hard copy must reach FPSC before 4 December 2026 together with:

• Attested copies of educational documents.
• CNIC copy.
• Self-domicile certificate.
• Four recent photographs.

Documents received after the deadline will not be accepted. Keep the courier receipt or other proof of delivery for your records and follow the address and packaging instructions shown in the online application.

Written Exam and Admission Certificate

According to the public notice, the written CSS CE-2027 examination is expected to start on 27 January 2027 (Wednesday) and will be held in 19 cities in accordance with the prescribed rules. FPSC plans to upload admission certificates on its website by 8 January 2027. Candidates must download their admission certificates themselves; FPSC will not send them by post.

Common Mistakes CSS Candidates Should Avoid

• Applying without having qualified in MPT CE-2027.
• Waiting until the last day to generate the PSID or pay the fee.
• Assuming that a successful payment automatically submits the form.
• Using a challan form or payment method that FPSC has not allowed for this application.
• Forgetting to select optional subjects, occupational groups or an examination centre.
• Sending the signed hard copy or documents after 4 December 2026.
• Failing to check Application History and download the admission certificate later.

Official FPSC Apply Online Link

Start from the official FPSC website and use its Apply Online link. The FPSC candidate portal is also available at online.fpsc.gov.pk. Candidates should rely on the FPSC website for any later correction, change in schedule or additional instruction.

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