How to get a government job in New York: where to find the exam schedule and important details
'05.12.2022'
Nadezhda Verbitskaya
Many dream of getting a government job in New York. But for this you need to pass the exam, and they pass according to a clear schedule. You can find out about all upcoming exams for the civil service on a special page on the website New York City Hall. You can subscribe to a special newsletter - "City jobs and municipal service announcements" - to receive announcements about upcoming exams.
The exam schedule is available at Alpha Order and Application Period Order. There you will find all upcoming exams. The program is updated every month.
Please note that in order to take the exam, you must apply and pay a fee (or receive a fee waiver). Please note that some exams may be canceled or postponed. So check the schedule regularly if you plan to apply or take an exam.
You can learn more about the process of passing exams and getting a job. here.
Exam Alerts
DCAS Computer Testing and Application Centers (CTACs) are open to visitors by appointment only. Appointments can be made via OASys.
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Starting March 1, 2021, all exam-related notifications will be sent via email only.
Inquiries regarding the status of the roster of candidates may be emailed to the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services at: [email protected].
How to contact the DCAS and CTACs Examination Bureau
For exam-related services and information, or to check the status of a particular exam or list, you can:
- call (212) 669-1357
- log in to your account online application system (OASys)
- send an email to DCAS at: [email protected]
- Testing centers are located in each county, you can find the closest testing center to you on the site (must be booked via OASys).
Exam Schedule
Click the link below for a list of competitive civil service exams available to anyone who meets the minimum qualification requirements.
You can check the schedule of upcoming exams here.
