Administrative Staff College of Nigeria set for public service examination
The Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON) has commenced the 2026 Public Service Examination (PSE) nationwide, as part of its statutory mandate to strengthen professionalism and merit in the Nigerian Public Service.
Penpushing reports that the Director-General of Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), Dr Funke Adepoju disclosed that the examination is scheduled to hold from Thursday, 29th to Friday, 30th January, 2026.
The Director-General of stated that the Public Service Examination remains a critical gateway for ensuring quality entry and career progression within the public service, adding that the examination is being conducted for candidates drawn from Federal and State Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
Penpushing further reports that he said this including State Civil Service Commissions, Local Government Service Commissions, Parastatals, and other public institutions across the Federation.
The College boss disclosed that a total of 2,103 candidates have been duly registered for the 2026 Public Service Examination, representing twenty (20) client organisationsnationwide.
Penpushing also reports that he said participating organisations include the Oyo State Civil Service Commission, Ondo State Civil Service Commission, Enugu State Civil Service Commission, Ekiti State Civil Service Commission, Delta State Civil Service, Anambra State Civil Service Commission, and others.
The Director-General explained that the Public Service Examination (PSE) is designed to assess the suitability of fresh graduates seeking appointment into the Administrative and Specialised Departmental Cadres of the Public Service, while also providing a credible and transparent platform for serving officers seeking conversion from the Executive Cadre to the Officer Cadre after acquiring relevant degree qualifications.
Penpushing reports that Adepoju added that the examination equally supports the broader manpower planning and human capacity development needs of client organisations.
The Director-General equally informed members of the public and client organisations that registration for the 2026 Public Service Examination remains ongoing, reaffirming the college’s commitment to openness and inclusivity.
Penpushing further reports that she emphasized that the college remains steadfast in upholding professionalism, transparency, merit, and institutional integrity in the recruitment and development of human capacity for the Nigerian Public Service.
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