A total of 5,626 examinees took the Basic Competency on Local Treasury Examination (BCLTE) on Sunday, 11 June 2023, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced.
This figure represents 83.62% of the total number of applicants who registered for the nationwide exam.
Based on a report from CSC Examination, Recruitment, and Placement Office (ERPO), Region X (Northern Mindanao) accommodated the highest number of examinees with 797 candidates out of 961 registrants, posting a turnout rate of 82.93%, followed by Region XI (Davao Region) with 491 examinees at 87.37% turnout rate.
CSC ERPO also reported the seamless and well-organized conduct of the examinations across the country.
CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles, during his visit at Aurora A. Aquino Elementary School in Quezon City to inspect the administration of the BCLTE, expressed gratitude to the dedicated CSC personnel, teachers, and other volunteers who played a crucial role in ensuring the success of the exam.
“Malaki ang pasasalamat natin hindi lang ng examinees kundi ng buong CSC sa serbisyo na ibinibigay ninyo – mula paggising nang maaga, pagsecure ng testing materials, pagbantay sa examinees kahit malakas ang ulan, at sa pagsakripisyo ng oras ngayong araw ng Linggo. Kayo ang dahilan kung bakit matagumpay ang ating isinasagawang mga exams,” he said.
In Davao City, CSC Commissioner Aileen Lourdes Lizada also made rounds at A. Mabini Elementary School to observe the examination process.
Chairperson Nograles also expressed optimism that the BCLTE takers, as future local treasurers, will uphold the values expected from civil servants when they enter government service.
"As you undertake the examination and, hopefully, find your names among the list of successful candidates, may you always uphold integrity and maintain the public's trust as you ensure the efficient and effective management of our nation's funds," emphasized Nograles.
“The CSC, on our part, will remain committed to fostering a culture of excellence among local treasurers and continue to provide opportunities for your professional growth and development,” he added.
