FPSC rejects media reports of declining youth interest in CSS

The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has clarified that young people's interest in the Central Superior Services (CSS) remains strong, with registrations for the CSS Screening Test (MPT) 2025 reaching the highest level in the past five years

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 22nd Jul, 2026) The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has clarified that young people's interest in the Central Superior Services (CSS) remains strong, with registrations for the CSS Screening Test (MPT) 2025 reaching the highest level in the past five years.

According to the spokesperson of FPSC 64,081 candidates have registered for the CSS Screening Test (MPT) 2025, reflecting an increase of about 3.8% compared to 2022.

The commission strongly rejected recent media reports claiming a decline in youth interest in the civil services as unfounded and inaccurate.

The commission said the Screening Test (MPT) is the most reliable indicator of interest in the civil services, as every candidate is required to qualify this mandatory stage before appearing in the written examination.

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The spokesperson said the media report ignored key facts and registration data related to the screening test, adding that the figures cited for 2022 were also inaccurate.

The commission further said the report failed to mention Special CSS 2023, under which 141 candidates from women, minority and underdeveloped areas were appointed to the civil service as part of a special initiative by the federal government.

The spokesperson said the available and authentic data clearly shows that joining the civil service remains a cherished aspiration and a top priority for Pakistan's talented youth.

The commission added that it remains available to provide information and assistance to facilitate accurate and fact-based reporting in the future.