BFP Entrance Exam Reviewer, Exam Dates & Format
The written exam for BFP applicants is the Civil Service Commission's Fire Officer Examination (FOE). Passing puts you on the register of eligibles for BFP ranks; it doesn't apply to PNP ranks.
22,211 scheduled examinees in June 2026.
Next BFP Entrance Exam
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CSC has phased out the Fire Officer Examination. The June 7, 2026 exam was the last one, under CSC Resolution No. 2601044.
Last held
The 2026 Fire Officer Examination was held June 7, 2026. 2,917 passed (16.19%). Results came out July 16, 2026.
BFP Entrance Exam at a glance
- Conducted by
- Civil Service Commission (CSC) — Fire Officer Examination
- Mode
- Pen-and-paper
- Duration
- 3 hours 5 minutes
- Items
- 160 items: 150 scored test items plus a 10-item personal-data questionnaire
- Fee
- ₱700
- Passing rule
- General rating of at least 80.00
BFP Entrance Exam exam format
- General Ability (verbal, analytical, numerical) — 25%
- Fire Suppression — 30%
- Fire Safety and Prevention (Fire Code, building and electrical codes) — 20%
- Fire Investigation (arson law, evidence) — 15%
- Administrative Matters (RA 6975, RA 9263, RA 9592, CSC rules) — 10%
Question types: Multiple choice
Who can take it
Filipino citizen, 21 to 35 years old on the filing date (age waived for incumbent or endorsed former BFP employees), with a bachelor's degree. Appointment also requires the RA 11549 height standard. CS Professional, RA 1080 and PD 907 eligibility holders may opt not to take the FOE.
Passing and admission
- Passing rule
- General rating of at least 80.00
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BFP Entrance Exam?
The BFP Entrance Exam is the CSC Fire Officer Examination (BFP entrance exam), conducted by Civil Service Commission (CSC) — Fire Officer Examination. The written exam for BFP applicants is the Civil Service Commission's Fire Officer Examination (FOE). Passing puts you on the register of eligibles for BFP ranks; it doesn't apply to PNP ranks.
When is the next BFP Entrance Exam?
CSC has phased out the Fire Officer Examination. The June 7, 2026 exam was the last one, under CSC Resolution No. 2601044.
Who can take the BFP Entrance Exam?
Filipino citizen, 21 to 35 years old on the filing date (age waived for incumbent or endorsed former BFP employees), with a bachelor's degree. Appointment also requires the RA 11549 height standard. CS Professional, RA 1080 and PD 907 eligibility holders may opt not to take the FOE.
Who runs the BFP entrance exam?
The Civil Service Commission, through the Fire Officer Examination (FOE). The pass mark is a general rating of 80.00 and the fee is ₱700.
What's on the Fire Officer Examination?
150 scored items (plus a 10-item personal-data questionnaire) in 3 hours 5 minutes: General Ability 25%, Fire Suppression 30%, Fire Safety and Prevention 20%, Fire Investigation 15% and Administrative Matters 10%.
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Sources
Dates, formats and results on this page come from Civil Service Commission (CSC) — Fire Officer Examination and the official notices below. Always confirm with CSC before you file or travel.