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

Tips and Tricks from Alumni for HKSAR Government

Executive Officer (EO) Interview

Date: 22 January 2026 (Thu)

Time: 8:00 PM - 9:15 PM

Format: Online via Zoom

Language: Cantonese

Quotas are limited. Click on the registration link to reserve your spot.

🎯Key Content:

Format of EO interview
Answering techniques
Recommended preparation

Acing in HKSAR Government Administrative Officer (AO) Interviews - Sharing & Tips from Alumni

Date: 28 January 2026 (Wed)

Time: 8:00 PM - 9:15 PM

Format: Online via Zoom

Language: Cantonese

Quotas are limited. Click on the registration link to reserve your spot.

🎯Key Content:

Format of AO preliminary and final interviews
Answering techniques
Recommended preparation

Acing in HKSAR Government Administrative Officer (AO) Interviews - Mock Interview Practices

Date: 6 February 2026 (Fri)

Time: 8:00 PM - 9:15 PM

Format: Online via Zoom

Language: Cantonese

Quotas are limited. Click on the registration link to reserve your spot.

🎯Key Content:

Individual interview mock practices
Feedback from alumni
Q&A

Previous Sessions

Basic Law and National Security Law Talk

Date: 18 September 2025 (Thu)

Time: 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

Venue: MB167, 1/F, Main Building

Language: Mandarin

🎯Key Content:

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

CRE Preparation Workshop

Date: 19 September 2025 (Fri)

Time: 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM

Venue: CPD 3.04, Run Run Shaw Tower, Centennial Campus

Language: Cantonese

🎯Key Content:

Format of CRE Papers
Skills for Aptitude Test
Sample practice

Navigating the JRE: Insights from Alumni -

Sharing & Tips from Alumni

Date: 3 November 2025 (Mon)

Time: 8:00 PM - 9:15 PM

Format: Online via Zoom

Language: Cantonese

🎯Key Content:

JRE format and sample questions
Developing the right mindset for JRE
Suggested answering structure

Navigating the JRE: Insights from Alumni -

Alumni Feedback on Mock Practices

Date: 12 November 2025 (Wed)

Time: 8:00 PM - 9:15 PM

Format: Online via Zoom

Language: Cantonese

🎯Key Content:

Practices on answering structure
Feedback on answers and areas for improvement

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

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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