Credential type: government recruitment examination · verified on the issuer's site September 20, 2026 issuer page
Exam Domains
1 Arithmetic Reasoning (AR)17%
2 Mathematics Knowledge (MK)17%
3 Paragraph Comprehension (PC)33%
4 Word Knowledge (WK)33%
Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice (CAT adaptive or paper), Computer-Adaptive (CAT-ASVAB)
FormatComputer-adaptive (CAT) or paper multiple choice; 10 subtests
Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Recruiter will coordinate identity verification prior to MEPS appointment.
RenewalNot required
PrerequisitesRequires ASVAB (CAT-ASVAB or P&P-ASVAB) (recommended)
Retake Policy1-month wait after first attempt, 1 month after second attempt, then 6-month waiting periods for each subsequent attempt. Recruiter authorization required to retest.