Application Process

How does the Careers@Gov site fit in my job search process?

Our job portal gathers job openings across the Public Service in one place to facilitate your job search. After you have identified the jobs you would like to apply for, you will be directed to the relevant portal to complete the job application process. On these portals, you may be asked to log in to submit your application.

I am a final-year undergraduate who will be graduating soon. Can I submit my application for any of the on-going recruitment exercises?

Yes, you can submit your application. If you are found suitable, you may be given a provisional offer of appointment.

I currently have a registered business, which does not require much involvement and I am keen to start working again. Would I qualify for a job in the Public Service?

You can be considered for positions in the Public Service as long as:

• Your personal activities/business does not affect or influence the performance of your official duties;

• There is no conflict of interest between your official duties and your personal activities/business; and

• Your personal activities/business will not bring the Public Service into disrepute.

The agency will make this assessment based on the post that you apply for. You may wish to enquire directly with the agency if you have further queries.

Do I need to send in my curriculum vitae/resumé/copies of my educational qualifications after submitting my online application?

You do not need to send in any of the above documents at the point of application, unless the agency has requested for these documents to be attached upfront. You will be asked to bring along your relevant documents when the agency invites you for an interview.

What do I do if my education or employment institution is not in the list?

If you are unable to find your educational institution or employer in the 'Institution' or the 'Organisation' list after clicking the binocular icon, please check the 'Didn't find what you were looking for?' box and enter your educational institution's or employer's name.

When will I get a response for my job application?

Agencies will review all job applications and contact shortlisted candidates for interviews. Applicants will generally be notified on whether they are shortlisted within four to six weeks of the closing date of the job posting or by the date specified in the job posting.

How can I track my job applications? Is there a way to check the status of the application?

The portal currently does not allow you to track your application status. However, we are actively exploring this feature for the future. In the meantime, we will work with agencies to encourage timely updates at each stage of the recruitment process.