Application Procedures (including online application)

Recruitment advertisements for all government jobs are posted on this website and may also be placed in local newspapers. Most vacancies require applications to be submitted on a prescribed application form (G.F. 340).  Hard copies of the forms are obtainable from any Home Affairs Enquiry Centre of District Offices, Home Affairs Department or any Job Centre of the Employment Services Division, Labour Department.

Candidates may download the application form (G.F. 340) or apply online :

• Download Application Form (G.F. 340) - G.F. 340 (Rev. 3/2013) for use with effect from 20 March 2013.
• G.F. 340 On-line Application System - Only for vacancies which accept online applications. Click here to read the Frequently Asked Questions.

Completed forms should reach the specified addresses for respective posts before the closing date for applications. On receipt of applications, the recruiting grade / department will issue an acknowledgement of application to the candidates. Those candidates who are selected for selection interview or examination will normally receive an invitation in about six to eight weeks from the closing date for applications.

Candidates can contact the relevant recruiting grade / department for enquiries on recruitment matters relating to individual posts. [Click here for contact details of recruiting grades / departments]