Аңдатпа
This article is devoted to the study of the criteria and methods of certification of civil servants in Kazakhstan, which is becoming especially relevant in the context of modernization of the civil service and increasing its efficiency. In the context of a rapidly changing socio-economic and political landscape of the country, it is necessary to introduce modern approaches to assessing the professional activities of civil servants, which directly affects the quality and accessibility of public services for citizens. The work examines the current legislative and regulatory acts governing certification processes, and analyzes international experience and best practices of countries with developed civil service systems. The main criteria used for assessment are identified, such as professional competencies, level of education, achievements in the field of management and efficiency of performance of official duties.