Civil Service

Preparation

Series

About the Series

This series is dedicated to students interested in applying for positions in the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). It features preparatory workshops, talks and useful online resources designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful application.

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Workshop & Sharing

[Completed] Basic Law and National Security Law Talk

Date: 17 September 2026 (Thu)

Time: 4:00 PM –5:30 PM

Venue: CYPP3, Chong Yuet Ming Physics Building

Language: Mandarin

🎯Key Content:

Overview of Basic Law
Overview of National Security Law
Tips for taking BLNST

[Completed] CRE Preparation Workshop

Date: 18 September 2026 (Fri)

Time: 5:15 PM – 6:45 PM

Venue: CPD-3.28, Run Run Shaw Tower, Centennial Campus

Language: Cantonese

🎯Key Content:

Format of CRE Papers
Skills for Aptitude Test
Sample practice

Registration

Quotas are limited, please register at the Registration Form.

More details will be provided to successful registrants via a confirmation email.

Resource Library

Explore our extensive library of online materials to get prepared for the screening exercises for positions in the Government of the HKSAR.

DropPicker Career Library

Walk around the DropPicker Career Library to seek past interview questions (PIQ) for your job interviews.

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CRE Online Sample Test

Get more practice or familiarise yourself with the different question types in the CRE organised by the Civil Service Bureau of the Government of the HKSAR.

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Information for Recruitment of Government Vacancies

Disclaimer: The links and information provided are for reference only.
CEDARS-Careers and Placement is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from or in connection with the information contained herein. Viewers should check with the respective department(s) for up-to-date information.

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Civil Service Career Network

Join the Civil Service Career Network, a platform tailored for students aspiring towards a civil service career. Engage with peers, access our resource hub from recruitment to news updates, and exchange insights through our discussion forum. Be part of this dedicated community to aid your exam and interview preparation for civil service career at Moodle - Civil Service Career Network (CSCN1001).

Civil Service Career Network

Platform Features

Information hub for preparing to pursue a career in the civil service sector
Updates on upcoming training programmes and workshops offered by CEDARS
Platform for exchanging valuable insights and resources through an open forum
Opportunity to connect with peers for collaborative preparation and support

Guided Visit to HKSAR Legislative Council

Are you interested in learning more about how Hong Kong's legislative system works and gaining first-hand insights into public service and policymaking? Join the upcoming exclusive guided visit to the Legislative Council (LegCo) Complex.

Eligibility: Local undergraduate and postgraduate students from all disciplines who are interested in public affairs, and policymaking are welcome to apply. Priority will be given to students studying in social sciences programmes and past participants of Civil Service Preparation Series.

Event Highlights
• Guided tour of the Legislative Council Complex, including the Chamber (議事廳) and education gallery
• Participate in an interactive insight exchange session with Hon. Bill Tang, BBS, JP 鄧家彪, Member of the Legislative Council, to gain first-hand insights into Hong Kong's policymaking and public service

Event Details
Date: 29 September 2026 (Tue)
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Venue: Legislative Council Complex, Tamar*
Language: Cantonese

*Participants will be required to complete registration procedures upon arrival at the Legislative Council Complex. Participants are required to observe the Visitor Guidelines and Rules for Participation in Guided Tours during the visit.

Registration

Quotas are limited, please register at the Civil Service Series Registration Form by 20 September 2026 (Sun).

Notes for Registration

Screening will be conducted on a rolling basis. You are highly encouraged to submit registration as soon as possible. Late registration will not be accepted.
Shortlisted students will be notified by CEDARS via email. Registrants who do not hear from us by 24 September 2026 (Thu) may consider their registration unsuccessful.
The event details will be provided to successful registrants via a confirmation email.

Note for Application

All the fields with (*) in the registration form are mandatory.
Sessions in the Series will be conducted in Cantonese or Mandarin.
Quotas are limited, please register as soon as possible.
Once you receive our confirmation email, please make sure you attend the session(s) you have signed up for; otherwise you will be put in a lower priority for future programmes.

Enquiries: CareerTraining@cedars.hku.hk