Civil service exam tests 6,500 candidates

The comprehensive competency assessment for the Associate Degree Diploma and Higher Specialty Degree in Civil Service, known as “350,” commenced yesterday at 10 a.m at eight locations across Macau. Candidates had 90 minutes to complete the exam, with over 6,500 individuals registered. Examination halls opened yesterday at 9:30 a.m., where many candidates arrived early. First-time examinees expressed mixed feelings; one candidate noted her month-long preparation and confidence, while another cited concerns about the difficulty of logic and grammar questions. Successful candidates will have their results valid for five years, enabling them to pursue various public service roles