BFP receives over 23,000 applications for 2026 recruitment drive

MANILA — The Bureau of Fire Protection reported significant interest in its 2026 recruitment program, with preliminary data showing 23,344 applicants had undergone pre-screening as of Wednesday. The BFP, the country's primary fire response agency, disclosed the figures to media covering the nation's civil service operations. According to the agency's statistics, 22,637 of the pre-screened candidates proceeded to file formal applications for available positions. The screening process resulted in 22,206 applications being approved and registered in the recruitment system, representing a substantial candidate pool for the upcoming hiring cycle. The BFP did not immediately specify the total number of positions available under the 2026 recruitment quota or provide additional details regarding candidate qualifications and selection timelines. The approved applicants will advance to subsequent stages of the recruitment process as administered by the BFP human resources division.