It seems that the personnel serving in the public service are very qualified , since the majority not only hold a university degree, but also hold a postgraduate degree (Master/PhD).
According to the annual report of the Public Service Commission, the vast majority of those appointed to the public service in 2025, even in positions for which this was not a prerequisite, held university and/or postgraduate qualifications.
Specifically, out of the total of 541 appointees, 478 (88.35%) held university and/or postgraduate qualifications.
Based on the same data, the highest percentages of holders of university, master's and doctoral degrees are recorded among those appointed to scientific positions.
Regarding the level of education of all employees serving in the public service in 2025, according to the data provided by the Public Service Commission, it appears that out of the 12,080 employees, 71.3% held university qualifications (bachelor's or master's degree).
Specifically, out of the total, 5,006 civil servants or 41.44% held a postgraduate degree, 3,607 or 29.86% held a university degree, 1,566 or 12.96% were graduates of higher education, 1,716 or 14% were secondary school graduates and 185 or 1.53% had other education (professional qualifications).
Where do either men or women prevail?
Regarding the distribution of positions between men and women in the public service, based on data from the Public Service Commission, the majority of those serving in 2025 were women, specifically 7,679 (63.57%) compared to 4,401 (36.43%) who were men.
From further analysis of the same data, it emerges that the superiority of women over men applies to all levels, including middle management and managerial positions, with the largest deviation occurring in positions up to salary grade A13(ii) (which also includes entry-level positions), since in these positions the percentage of women overwhelmingly outweighs that of men (62.30% compared to 37.69%).
Appointments and promotions
Regarding appointments and promotions in the public sector, according to the report, a total of 1,248 permanent positions were filled in 2025 (541 appointments and 707 promotions).
These figures show that, compared to the previous year (2024), there was a decrease in appointments and a significant increase in promotions. Specifically, with regard to appointments, the corresponding number for 2024 was 613, while, with regard to promotions, 401 such positions were filled in 2024.
(Source: InBusinessNews)
