This guide is intended to help examinees prepare for the examination. Always refer to the latest official announcements of the issuing agency since examination schedules and requirements may change.
Quick Exam-Day Reminder
Gates close strictly at 7:45 AM. Shading requires a black ballpoint pen only (no pencils allowed). No calculators. Plain white top preferred.
Handbook Topics
About the Examination
The Fire Officer Examination (FOE) is administered by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) in partnership with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). Passing this exam grants Fire Officer Second Class Eligibility, which is required for promotion to second-level ranks or general entry into the BFP.
Things to Prepare
Check your school and room assignment on the CSC ONSA portal 1 week prior.
Prepare your original valid ID and check if it contains your date of birth.
Conduct an ocular inspection of your assigned school location.
Pack black ballpoint pens (no pencils allowed).
What to Bring
Printed ONSA notice.
Original valid ID card.
Original PSA Birth Certificate (only if ID lacks date of birth).
Several black ballpoint pens (gel, sign, friction pens, or pencils are NOT allowed).
Water and snacks in clear transparent containers.
What NOT to Bring
Pencils (pencils are prohibited inside the room).
Mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, bluetooth devices, cameras.
Calculators of any kind.
Notes, review sheets, or reference books.
Reporting Time, Room & Attire
Reporting Time
Arrive at the testing center by 6:30 AM. Testing gates close at exactly 7:45 AM. Late arrivals will not be allowed.
Room Assignment Reminder
Verify your room and building assignments via the CSC ONSA portal. Lists are also posted at school gates on the morning of the exam.
Dress Code
Smart casual attire, preferably a plain white shirt or top. Sleeveless shirts, shorts, ripped jeans, tokong pants, and slippers are prohibited. Long hair must be tied in a ponytail.
Answer Sheet Practice
Practice shading your answer sheet beforehand to avoid wasting valuable minutes during the real examination. Use our sample answer sheets to build muscle memory and increase your test speed.
Shade circles completely and firmly using a black ballpen only. Do not use pencils.
To change an answer, draw an "X" mark over your previous choice and shade the new answer circle. You are allowed only one choice change per test item.
Correction fluids, correction tape, and erasers are prohibited.
Interested in joining the Bureau of Fire Protection? Check out our complete Fire Officer 1 (FO1) recruitment guide covering qualifications, physical agility drills, medical checks, and salary.
This handbook details reference guidelines for FOE exam-day prep and is compiled from official archives. Users should verify details before exam day. Found inaccuracies? Let us know!
