GET AHEAD OF THE GAME

For anyone wanting to join as a soldier the Army has selection tests to show your strengths and help select a job that suits you. You can find out more about each test below and answer some sample questions. The aptitude, literacy and numeracy tests are done in an Army Careers Information Office, while the memory and teamwork tests take place at the selection centre.

THE NUMERACY TEST

Numeracy Test

Some soldier roles require basic maths skills. This test shows the Army how well you work with numbers.

THE LITERACY TEST

Literacy

A soldier's ability to read and write is important. The Army can give you extra help if you need it.

THE BARB TESTS

recruitment tests

The British Army Recruit Battery (BARB) tests are all about reasoning and understanding information.

THE TECHNICAL TEST

engineering

If you want to do a technical role, then you'll need to complete a maths test called a Technical Selection Test.

THE MEMORY TEST

Memory

How good are you at remembering vital information and passing it on accurately when it's needed?

THE TEAMWORK TEST

Teamwork tests

Working as a team is a vital skill for soldiers, so you must show how well you can work with others.

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