We will be discussing what AFPSAT means, who needs to take it, and the requirements needed, as well as the registration online.
What is AFPSAT?
AFPSAT is an acronym for The Armed Forces of the Philippines Service Aptitude Test. It is the unified written entrance examination that is utilized in the initial recruitment and selection process for entry into the major services ‐ Army, Air Force, and Navy. You need to pass this exam to be qualified to apply for any military position.
The Army Recruitment Offices (ARO) which include ARO Luzon, ARO Visayas, and ARO Mindanao is in charge of recruiting applicants as well as the conduct of the AFPSAT, Army Qualifying Examination (AQE), and Special Written Examination (SWE).
But before proceeding to take the AFPSAT, you can read if you are qualified to apply either in the Philippine Army, Air Force, or the Navy so your efforts won’t be wasted.
AFPSAT Requirements:
Prepare the following basic requirements for the AFPSAT:
- Birth Certificate (PSA)
- Original Transcript of Records and Diploma (for College degree holders)
- Original diploma with Form 137-A ( for high school graduate applicants but with Tesda or Vocational course certificate – NCII)
- Valid ID (Government-issued)
- 2 pcs 2×2 picture with white background
AFPSAT Schedule 2024 and Online Registration
The Philippine Army has a fixed testing site and a mobile testing site. For the Fixed Testing in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Refer to the details below:
1. ARO Luzon (Fixed Testing Site)
Location: Army Testing Office, Lawton Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City
| Course | Test | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Candidate Course (OCC) | AFP Service Aptitude Test (AFPSAT), Army Qualifying Exam (AQE) & Special Written Exam (SWE) | Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday |
| Candidate Soldier Course (CSC) | AFP Service Aptitude Test (AFPSAT) | Every Wednesday & Thursday |
Register at the Philippine Army Recruitment Website https://jointhearmy.ph/ for online registration.
1A. ARO Luzon Schedule (Mobile Testing Site)
This is the schedule for the pre-entry exam for Officer Candidate Course. For more information, read our article ARO Luzon AFPSAT Schedule 2024.
05-08 Feb 2024- Legazpi City
10-13 Feb 2024- Pili, Camarines Sur
17-19 Feb 2024- Tuguegarao City
21-23 Feb 2024- Echague, Isabela
26-28 Feb 2024- Sta. Cruz, Laguna
02-04 Mar 2024- Vigan City
06-08 Mar 2024- Tarlac City
10-12 Mar 2024- Iba, Zambales
14-16 Mar 2024- Cabanatuan City
18-19 Mar 2024- Urdaneta City
21-23 Mar 2024- Baguio City
2. ARO Visayas ( Fixed Testing Site)
Location: Army Recruitment Office Visayas- Camp Lapu Lapu, Apas, Cebu City
| Course | Test | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Candidate Course (OCC) | AFP Service Aptitude Test (AFPSAT), AQE, SWE | Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday |
2A. ARO-Visayas (Mobile Pre-Entry Exam)
The Army Recruitment Office in Visayas will conduct a mobile pre-entry exam drive for the Officer Candidate Course on the following schedule:
For more information read our article ARO Visayas AFPSAT Schedule 2024.
20-22 Jan 2024- Dumaguete City
24-26 Jan 2024- Kabankalan City
28-31 Jan 2024- Bacolod City
02-05 Feb 2024- Roxas City
07-09 Feb 2024- San Jose, Antique
11-13 Feb 2024- Iloilo City
15-17 Feb 2024- Sagay City
20-24 Feb 2024- Catbalogan City
26-28 Feb 2024- Borongan City
01-04 Mar 2024- Tacloban City
07-10 Mar 2024- Tagbilaran City
3. ARO Mindanao (Fixed testing Site)
Location: Army Recruitment Office Mindanao- Camp Evangelista, Patag, Cagayan De Oro City
| Course | Test | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Candidate Course (OCC) | AFP Service Aptitude Test (AFPSAT), AQE, SWE | Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday |
3A. ARO Mindanao Schedule (Mobile Testing Site)
If you are far from the fixed testing site, you don’t need to worry. They also have a mobile testing site where they go to different places to accommodate applicants who want to take the exam.
Here is the Pre-entry Exam for the Officer Candidate Course in ARO Mindanao: Read our article ARO Mindanao AFPSAT Schedule 2024.
22-25 Jan 2024- Zamboanga City
27-28 Jan 2024- Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay
30-31 Jan 2024- Dipolog City
02-05 Feb 2024- Pagadian City
07-08 Feb 2024- Iligan City
11-12 Feb 2024- Maramag, Bukidnon
19-20 Feb 2024- Kidapawan City
22-25 Feb 2024- Awang, DOS, Maguindanao del Norte
27 Feb-01 Mar 2024- Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
03-05 Mar 2024- General Santos City
07-10 Mar 2024- Davao City
12-14 Mar 2024- Butuan City
Below is the link to their official social media accounts.
- Army Recruitment Office – Luzon
- Army Recruitment Office – Visayas
- Army Recruitment Office- Mindanao / ARO Zamboanga
Read also: How to join the Philippine Army?
AFPSAT Coverage 2024
AFPSAT has three subtests which are the following:
- Abstract Reasoning– a nonverbal, non-numerical measure of reasoning power. It measures the ability to see the relationships among things- objects, patterns, or designs rather than among words and numbers. 50 items for 12 minutes.
- Verbal Reasoning– measures the ability to reason and solve problems through the concept of words by comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary recognition. 65 items for 30 minutes.
- Numerical Reasoning– measures the ability to reason and solve problems with numbers, and other mathematical concepts. 35 items for 35 minutes.
Read: AFPSAT Reviewer and Practice Exam
AFPSAT Passing Score and Mechanics
AFPSAT result shall be valid for three (3) years.
Retake of AFPSAT in less than three (3) months is not allowed. AFPSAT results that are still valid and not yet expired should wait for them to expire. However, you will be allowed to retake the AFPSAT if you are a college graduate/degree holder who has passed the AFPSAT with Grades C and D (For Enlistment) and wants to have a higher score for the OCC application.
The maximum required AFPSAT taking is not more than THREE (3) opportunities.
AFPSAT Form A ( September 30, 2019, up to this date)
| DESCRIPTION/GRADE | INTERPRETATION | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| Outstanding/ A | Answered 92-150 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment & Commission) |
| Above Average/ B | Answered 71-91 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment & Commission) |
| Average/C | Answered 60-70 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment Only) |
| Below Average/D | Answered 48-59 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment Only) |
| Poor/ E | Answered 36-47 items correctly | Below passing score retake after 6 months. |
| Failed/ F | Answered 0-35 items correctly | Below passing score retake after 6 months. |
AFPSAT Form B (April 17, 2019, up to date)
| DESCRIPTION/GRADE | INTERPRETATION | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| Outstanding/ A | Answered 110-150 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment & Commission) |
| Above Average/ B | Answered 88-109 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment & Commission) |
| Average/C | Answered 74-87 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment Only) |
| Below Average/D | Answered 56-73 items correctly | Passed (Enlistment Only) |
| Poor/ E | Answered 47-55 items correctly | Below passing score retake after 6 months. |
| Failed/ F | Answered 0-46 items correctly | No retake |
All major services shall henceforth recognize the result as valid and said applicant need not take the same test if he/she applies in another branch of service within three (3) years.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or affiliation with any government agency.
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee the completeness of the content nor ensure that all details are current. For any concerns, you can contact us anytime.
For Job Postings: We are not a government entity, and the job listings on this site are presented solely to assist individuals in their job search efforts or the job posting on this website. Users can verify the details of any job listing directly with the respective government agency.
Discover more from NewsToGov
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Comments are closed.