TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Ministry of Examination (考選部) reported on Wednesday (Dec. 18) that over the past five years, the average age of candidates passing civil service exams has gradually decreased, with a significant increase in those under 25 years old securing positions.
In the report to the Legislative Yuan, the examination ministry pointed out the notable trend, citing that from 2017 to 2021, the average age of those passing civil service exams stood at 28.83 years, with 43.24% of successful candidates aged between 18 and 25. This data highlights a growing trend of younger individuals entering public service.
The report further revealed that more than 50% of successful candidates were under 30 each year, predominantly between 21 and 25 years old, suggesting a high rate of university graduates securing positions within five years of graduation.
The Ministry of Examination analyzed that university graduates typically finish their studies between the ages of 22 and 24, while master's graduates finish between 24 and 29. This indicates that over half of the candidates had graduated from higher education institutions within the past five years.
Despite the influx of younger candidates, the number of individuals registering for and attending civil service exams, including general and local government exams, has been declining annually from 2017 to 2021, suggesting a decreasing interest in public sector employment.