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Key Facts: ASVAB Exam
31-40
Min AFQT by Branch
Army 31, AF 36, CG 40
Free
Exam Cost
No fee to take
145
Total Questions
CAT-ASVAB
10
Subtests
4 AFQT + 6 technical
2 years
Score Validity
For enlistment
40-80 hrs
Study Time
Recommended
The CAT-ASVAB has 145 questions across 10 subtests completed in ~154 minutes. The AFQT score (Armed Forces Qualification Test) is calculated from 4 subtests: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, and Mathematics Knowledge. Minimum AFQT scores: Army 31, Marines 31, Navy 31, Air Force 36, Coast Guard 40. The exam is FREE and taken at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS). Scores are valid for 2 years.
About the ASVAB Exam
The ASVAB is a multi-aptitude test used by the U.S. military to determine qualification for enlistment and job placement. The AFQT score (derived from Verbal + Math subtests) determines enlistment eligibility, while line scores determine available Military Occupational Specialties (MOS).
Questions
145 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours 34 minutes
Passing Score
AFQT 31-40
Exam Fee
Free (U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command)
ASVAB Exam Content Outline
Verbal (WK + PC)
Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension ā forms half of AFQT
Mathematics (AR + MK)
Arithmetic Reasoning and Math Knowledge ā other half of AFQT
Science & Technical (GS + EI + MC)
General Science, Electronics Information, Mechanical Comprehension
Technical Skills (AI + SI + AO)
Auto Information, Shop Information, Assembling Objects
How to Pass the ASVAB Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: AFQT 31-40
- Exam length: 145 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours 34 minutes
- Exam fee: Free
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ASVAB score do I need?
Minimum AFQT scores vary by branch: Army 31, Marines 31, Navy 31, Air Force 36, Space Force 36, Coast Guard 40. However, higher scores qualify you for more jobs. An AFQT of 50+ opens most military career fields. The AFQT is calculated from 4 subtests: 2VE + AR + MK (where VE = WK + PC).
How many questions are on the ASVAB?
The CAT-ASVAB (computer version) has 145 multiple-choice questions across 10 subtests. You have approximately 154 minutes total. Each subtest is timed separately, ranging from 6-39 minutes. No calculator is allowed.
How hard is the ASVAB?
The ASVAB difficulty depends on your background. The AFQT subtests (Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge) are most critical and test high school-level knowledge. With 40-80 hours of focused study, most candidates score well enough for their target branch.
Can I retake the ASVAB?
Yes. You must wait 1 month after your first attempt, another month after the second, and 6 months for all subsequent retakes. Your most recent score is the one that counts. Scores are valid for 2 years for enlistment purposes.
What is the AFQT score?
The AFQT (Armed Forces Qualification Test) score is a percentile ranking derived from 4 ASVAB subtests: Word Knowledge (WK), Paragraph Comprehension (PC), Arithmetic Reasoning (AR), and Mathematics Knowledge (MK). Formula: AFQT = 2VE + AR + MK, where VE = WK + PC. This score determines if you can enlist.