Core Insights - The 2026 National Examination (国考) registration closed on October 24, 2023, with a record total of 3,515,251 applicants, an increase of nearly 260,000 compared to the previous year, marking a historical high [1][2][4] - Despite a reduction in recruitment numbers to 38,119, the enthusiasm for registration remained high, attributed to relaxed age restrictions for applicants [2][4] - The average competition ratio for the examination stands at 92:1, with approximately 3,207,060 candidates passing the initial screening [1][4] Registration Statistics - The number of applicants for the 2026 National Examination is 2.3 times that of 2021, indicating a significant increase in interest despite a decrease in recruitment scale [4] - As of the registration deadline, around 308,000 candidates were still awaiting approval from recruitment units, with the final review process concluding on October 26, 2023 [4] Competitive Landscape - The most competitive position is for the National Immigration Administration's execution team, with a staggering competition ratio of 7,591:1 for a single vacancy [5][6] - The top regions for applicant numbers include Guangdong with 329,587 applicants and Beijing with a competition ratio of 165.53:1, indicating high demand for positions in these areas [8][9]