How to Choose the Right Public Competitive Exam Based on Your Diploma – 2025 Edition

Updated Guide for Cameroon Concours Applicants

Are you constantly applying for public exams without success — or unsure which one suits your diploma level? Whether you have a GCE A-Level, Baccalauréat, HND, Licence, or Master’s degree, this guide will help you find the right concours (public service exam) to apply for in 2025.

 
Match Your Diploma to the Right Exam Level

GCE O-Level / BEPC / CAP / Probatoire

• Ideal for: Entry-level exams (Cycle D) or Support Staff positions

Examples:

• Assistant Customs Officer – Cycle D
• Police/Customs Support Agent
• Typist, Security Guard (in ministries)

These roles are competitive but accessible with basic secondary-level qualifications.

See: List of 2025/2026 Competitive Exams Currently Launched in Cameroon

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GCE A-Level / Baccalauréat / Technical Baccalauréat

• Equivalent to: Bac / A-Level = Entry to Cycle B

Examples:

• Administrative Cadet – Cycle B
• Finance Clerk – Cycle B
• Youth Instructor (INJS), Health Assistant

Prepare for aptitude tests and basic administrative knowledge.

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 HND, BTS, DUT (Bac+2 or GCE A-Level + 2)

• Suitable for: Advanced Cycle B exams & Technical Aptitude Tests

Examples:

• Civil Engineer – Cycle B
• Technical Teacher (CAP/Probatoire Level)
• Public Works Technician

Highlight your technical training and internship experiences in your application and CV.

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Bachelor’s / Licence (Bac+3 or GCE A-Level + 3) & Master’s (Bac+5 or GCE A-Level + 5)

• Suitable for: Cycle A & Professional Exams

Examples:

• ENAM – Administrative Cadet, Cycle A
• Treasury Inspector, Magistrate, Tax Officer
• Senior Education, Health, or ICT roles

These are high-level positions—coaching, solid documentation, and past papers are essential for success.

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See: 10 Competitive Exams You Can Take in Cameroon with a GCE Ordinary Level

Already a Civil Servant?

• Target: Professional Internal Promotion Exams

Examples:

• Internal exams for Civil Engineer
• Post & Telecom Administrator
• Internal IT Analyst Exam

These exams help advance your career and access higher salary scales. Use our platform to prepare effectively.

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See: Complete Guide: How to Get a Cameroonian Passport in 2025

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