The reasoning tests are multiple-choice questionnaires designed to evaluate your logical thinking skills and your ability to understand verbal and numerical information, as well as relationships between abstract concepts that are not linguistic, spatial, or numerical in nature.

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Verbal Reasoning - Available in the following languages: BG ES CS DA DE ET EL EN FR GA HR IT LV LT HU MT NL PL PT RO SK SL FI SV

Numerical Reasoning - Available in the following languages: BG ES CS DA DE ET EL EN FR GA HR IT LV LT HU MT NL PL PT RO SK SL FI SV

Abstract Reasoning - Available in: EN

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This test is designed to assess the candidate’s relevant competencies necessary for performing secretarial duties. It consists of short text questions that require concise, experience-based answers demonstrating the candidate’s skills and knowledge in the field.

Candidates will receive 10 questions and have 60 minutes to complete the test.

The EU knowledge test consists of a multiple-choice questionnaire covering the European Union, its institutions, procedures, and main policies. References to the sources used to develop this test will be made available on the EPSO website after the notice of competition is published.

In the meantime, you can find a selection of publications here to help you prepare for the EU Knowledge test.

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The digital skills test is designed to assess candidates’ digital literacy and practical knowledge, as relevant to the role.

This test may cover the following five areas:

1. Information and data literacy
2. Communication and collaboration
3. Digital content creation
4. Safety
5. Problem-solving

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