Core Viewpoint - The 2026 National Civil Service Examination (国考) has officially started, with a total recruitment of 38,119 positions across 20,714 roles, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous year, but with notable increases in the tax system recruitment and administrative law enforcement positions [1][5]. Recruitment Overview - The tax system remains the primary recruitment sector, planning to hire 25,004 individuals, accounting for 65.6% of total recruitment, which is an increase of 6 percentage points from last year [5]. - The recruitment plan for the financial regulatory system has seen a slight increase, while other departments have experienced varying degrees of reduction, with the railway police seeing a significant cut [5][6]. Position Classification - The examination continues to implement a classification system, categorizing positions into three types: central government and provincial-level comprehensive management positions, municipal and lower-level comprehensive management positions, and administrative law enforcement positions [6]. - Administrative law enforcement positions now account for 78.05% of total recruitment, an increase of 2.99 percentage points from the previous year [6]. Focus on Grassroots Recruitment - The recruitment policy emphasizes strengthening grassroots forces, with nearly 28,100 positions allocated to county-level and below, indicating a trend towards encouraging talent to flow into grassroots roles [6]. - Measures have been taken to lower entry barriers for positions in remote and challenging areas, including relaxed educational requirements and no restrictions on work experience [6]. Educational and Professional Requirements - The majority of positions (85.27%) do not restrict work experience, supporting the employment of recent graduates [11]. - The most sought-after majors include finance, economics, and related fields, with 12,905 positions available for finance majors, representing 33.85% of total recruitment, a 13.18% increase from last year [12]. Age and Competition Factors - The age limit for applicants has been relaxed, allowing candidates up to 43 years old for master's and doctoral graduates, which may intensify competition [15]. - The overall competitiveness of the examination has increased, with a record number of applicants and higher minimum scores for interviews in many provinces [15][16].

Core Points - The 2026 National Civil Service Examination (国考) has officially started its registration, with a total of 38,119 positions available, slightly down from the previous year, but the tax system is expanding its recruitment by nearly 2,000 positions [1][2] - The examination continues to focus on recent graduates, with over 60% of positions specifically targeting "recent graduates," particularly benefiting those with degrees in finance, economics, and related fields [1][8] - The recruitment plan reflects a trend towards increasing positions in grassroots levels, with 28,100 positions allocated to county-level and below, indicating a commitment to strengthening local governance [3][4] Recruitment Overview - The tax system is the largest contributor to recruitment, with 25,004 positions, accounting for 65.6% of the total, marking a 6 percentage point increase from last year [2][3] - Other departments, such as the People's Bank of China and customs, have seen slight decreases in recruitment numbers, while the railway police have experienced a significant reduction [2] - The examination will continue to implement a classified and graded testing system, with a notable increase in the proportion of administrative law enforcement positions [3] Educational Requirements - The majority of positions require at least a bachelor's degree, with 73.3% of positions falling into this category, up from 69.7% in the previous year [6][9] - The number of positions requiring only a master's degree has slightly decreased, while those requiring lower educational qualifications have increased, indicating a slight adjustment in entry barriers [9] - A significant portion of positions (85.27%) does not restrict work experience, which is beneficial for recent graduates [6][7] Popular Majors - The most sought-after major is finance, with 12,905 positions available, representing 33.85% of the total recruitment plan, an increase of 13.18% from the previous year [8] - The tax system shows strong demand for graduates in finance, economics, and computer science, highlighting the specialized nature of the recruitment [8][9] Age and Competition Factors - The age limit for applicants has been relaxed, allowing candidates up to 43 years old for master's and doctoral graduates, which may increase competition [10][12] - The overall competitiveness of the examination has risen, with a record number of applicants in previous years, indicating a growing interest in civil service positions [10][12] - Candidates are advised to carefully consider their qualifications and the competitive landscape when selecting positions, aiming for long-term career satisfaction [11][12]