ISLAMABAD, Aug. 3 -- The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has officially announced the schedule for the Central Superior Services (CSS) exams for the year 2026. The process will begin with the MCQ-based Preliminary Test (MPT), which is a mandatory first step for all CSS aspirants. A public notice for MPT applications will be issued on August 10, 2025.

Candidates can submit their online applications for the MPT between August 11 and August 25, 2025. Only those who qualify this preliminary test will be allowed to apply for the written part of the CSS exams. The FPSC has set the date for the written CSS examination to start from February 4, 2026, giving candidates ample time to prepare.

Once candidates pass the MPT, they must submi...