The field-related multiple choice questionnaire (FRMCQ) includes a series of questions, which are designed to test the skills and the knowledge related to the field of the competition. The questions are based on the duties required for the specific profile. Each question is linked to four different answer options, only one of which is correct.
Further information is indicated in the Notice of Competition and in the invitation letter.
This test is designed to assess a candidate's field-specific expertise. The questions require concise, experience-based answers that demonstrate the candidate's knowledge and skills in the field.
Candidates will receive 10 questions and have 60 minutes to complete the test, with each answer limited to 500 characters, including spaces.
Multiple-Choice Questionnaire is a common format used in EPSO exams. In this format, test-takers are presented with a question and a set of possible answer choices. They must select the correct or most appropriate answer from the given options. MCQs are designed to evaluate the test-taker's knowledge, understanding, and ability to apply concepts in a specific context.
One of the most used MCQs in EPSO selection procedures is the VNAR/reasoning test.
See also the related FAQs.
The quota of successful candidates that the institutions can recruit from the reserve list. The quotas reflect the recruitment needs of a particular institution(s) over a given period.
Recruitment by another institution during the period in which the quota(s) are applied is subject to the approval of the institution(s) concerned.
The quota is normally lifted three months (for generalists) or six months (for some specialists’ competitions) after the publication of the reserve list, or can be extended, on approval of the institution(s) concerned.
EPSO is not involved in the decision to lift the quota, but we inform candidates on the competition webpage as soon as such a decision is taken by the recruiting institutions.
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A request for review is a formal appeal submitted by a candidate to contest a decision made by the EPSO regarding their participation in a selection procedure. Candidates must submit their request within 10 calendar days from the date the decision is published in their EPSO Account. The review process is conducted by the Selection Board, which assesses the request and takes a decision based on the provided information. If the request is deemed valid, candidates may be allowed to re-enter the competition at the step where they were previously excluded. The purpose of the Request for Review is to ensure fairness and transparency in the EPSO selection process and to provide candidates with the opportunity to address any perceived procedural errors or irregularities.
See also the related FAQs and the Types of complaint.
