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Key Facts: EPSO IT/ICT Exam

782

Reserve-List Places (4 fields)

EPSO Notice of Competition EPSO/AD/429/26

30 Q / 40 min

Field-Related MCQ

EPSO Notice of Competition

15/30

Field MCQ Pass Mark

EPSO Notice of Competition

AD 7

Recruitment Grade

EPSO Notice of Competition

No fee

Application Cost

EU Careers (EPSO)

Remote

Online-Proctored Testing

EU Careers (EPSO)

EPSO/AD/429/26 is the EU's 2026 AD7 IT/ICT experts competition with 782 reserve-list places across four fields. All tests are remote and online-proctored on one day: pass/fail reasoning (verbal 20Q, numerical 10Q, abstract 10Q), a scored 30-question Field-Related MCQ in 40 minutes (pass mark 15/30), and a 40-minute EU-matters essay (pass 5/10). There is no application fee, and candidates apply to only one field.

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1In the EPSO/AD/429/26 ICT competition, how many multiple-choice questions does the Field-Related MCQ contain, and how long is it?
A.30 questions in 40 minutes
B.40 questions in 40 minutes
C.20 questions in 35 minutes
D.50 questions in 60 minutes
Explanation: The Notice of Competition specifies the Field-Related MCQ as 30 questions to be answered in 40 minutes, taken in language 2 (EN, FR or DE). The pass mark is 15/30 and the score is also used for ranking.
2What is the pass mark for the Field-Related MCQ in the EPSO AD7 ICT competition?
A.15/30
B.20/30
C.10/30
D.25/30
Explanation: The Notice of Competition sets the Field-Related MCQ pass mark at 15/30 (50%). Because it is also a ranking test, candidates must both reach 15/30 and be among the highest scorers for their EUFTE essay to be marked.
3In the EPSO reasoning tests, the verbal reasoning section asks you to decide whether a statement is true based only on the passage. What is the correct approach?
A.Choose the answer fully supported by the text, ignoring outside knowledge
B.Choose the answer that matches your general knowledge of the topic
C.Choose the longest, most detailed answer option
D.Choose the answer that sounds most professional
Explanation: EPSO verbal reasoning measures logical comprehension, not general knowledge. The correct statement must be 100% supported by the passage; even a small outside assumption makes an option wrong.
4Passage: 'All regions receiving Cohesion Funding have a GNI per capita below 90% of the EU average. Region X has a GNI per capita of 95% of the EU average.' Which conclusion is fully supported?
A.Region X does not receive Cohesion Funding
B.Region X receives Cohesion Funding
C.Region X is the poorest region in the EU
D.Region X will lose funding next year
Explanation: Cohesion Funding requires GNI per capita below 90% of the EU average. Region X is at 95%, above the threshold, so it cannot meet the condition and therefore does not receive Cohesion Funding.
5A data centre processed 1,200 TB of traffic in 2024 and 1,500 TB in 2025. What was the percentage increase in traffic?
A.25%
B.20%
C.30%
D.300%
Explanation: The increase is 1,500 - 1,200 = 300 TB. As a percentage of the original 1,200 TB, that is 300 / 1,200 = 0.25 = 25%. EPSO numerical reasoning rewards quick percentage-change calculation.
6A server cluster has 8 nodes and serves 24,000 requests per minute evenly. If 2 nodes fail and load is redistributed evenly across the remaining nodes, how many requests per minute does each remaining node handle?
A.4,000
B.3,000
C.3,500
D.6,000
Explanation: After 2 nodes fail, 6 nodes remain. Total load stays at 24,000 requests/minute, so each node handles 24,000 / 6 = 4,000 requests per minute. EPSO numerical items reward extracting the right divisor.
7A cloud bill was EUR 8,000 in Q1 and rose by 15% in Q2, then fell by 20% in Q3. What was the Q3 bill?
A.EUR 7,360
B.EUR 7,600
C.EUR 9,200
D.EUR 6,800
Explanation: Q2 = 8,000 x 1.15 = 9,200. Q3 = 9,200 x 0.80 = 7,360. Sequential percentage changes must be applied multiplicatively, not added together.
8EPSO abstract reasoning items show a series of figures with an underlying rule. What ability does this test primarily assess?
A.Identifying logical patterns among shapes without using language or numbers
B.Knowledge of geometry formulas
C.Speed of mental arithmetic
D.Familiarity with EU institutions
Explanation: Abstract reasoning is a non-verbal, non-numerical test of logical pattern recognition. Candidates spot rules in size, shape, rotation, position, shading and number of elements, then pick the figure that completes the series.
9Which set of pass marks correctly describes the EPSO AD7 ICT reasoning tests?
A.Verbal 10/20; Numerical and Abstract combined 10/20
B.Verbal 15/20; Numerical 5/10; Abstract 5/10 separately
C.All three combined 30/40
D.Verbal 12/20; Numerical and Abstract combined 12/20
Explanation: Per the Notice, verbal reasoning requires 10/20, while numerical and abstract reasoning share a combined pass mark of 10/20. So a strong abstract score can compensate for a weak numerical score within that combined total.
10How many distinct fields are offered in EPSO/AD/429/26, and to how many may a candidate apply?
A.Four fields; a candidate may apply to only one
B.Four fields; a candidate may apply to all four
C.Two fields; a candidate may apply to both
D.Five fields; a candidate may apply to two
Explanation: The competition has four fields (ICT infrastructure, ICT project management, clouds and networks, data science). Candidates must choose and apply to exactly one field, so the choice of field is a strategic decision.

About the EPSO IT/ICT Exam

The EPSO IT/ICT Experts Open Competition (EPSO/AD/429/26) selects administrators at grade AD7 for the EU institutions across four fields: ICT infrastructure, ICT project management, clouds and networks, and data science, with 782 reserve-list places in total. All tests are held remotely and online-proctored on a single day. The multiple-choice components are the pass/fail reasoning tests (verbal, numerical and abstract, taken in language 1) and the scored 30-question Field-Related MCQ taken in 40 minutes in language 2 for the candidate's chosen field. A free-text essay on EU matters (EUFTE) assesses written communication. There is no application fee, and candidates may apply to only one field.

Questions

30 scored questions

Time Limit

Field MCQ 40 min; reasoning tests Verbal 35 min, Numerical 20 min, Abstract 10 min; EUFTE essay 40 min

Passing Score

Field-Related MCQ 15/30; Verbal 10/20; Numerical and Abstract combined 10/20; EUFTE 5/10

Exam Fee

No application fee (free EPSO competition) (European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO), remote online-proctored)

EPSO IT/ICT Exam Content Outline

~55%

Field-Related MCQ (chosen ICT field)

Thirty scored MCQ items in 40 minutes on infrastructure, ICT project management, clouds and networks, or data science, mixing EU frameworks with practical know-how

~15%

Verbal Reasoning

Twenty items in 35 minutes; logical comprehension of passages where answers must be fully supported by the text

~12%

Numerical Reasoning

Ten items in 20 minutes using tables and charts for percentages, ratios and basic arithmetic under time pressure

~10%

Abstract Reasoning

Ten items in 10 minutes identifying logical patterns among figures, with no language or numbers

~8%

EU Knowledge and Digital Policy

EU digital and data frameworks (GDPR, NIS2, DORA, AI Act, procurement, Digital Decade) plus the EUFTE essay on EU matters

How to Pass the EPSO IT/ICT Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Field-Related MCQ 15/30; Verbal 10/20; Numerical and Abstract combined 10/20; EUFTE 5/10
  • Exam length: 30 questions
  • Time limit: Field MCQ 40 min; reasoning tests Verbal 35 min, Numerical 20 min, Abstract 10 min; EUFTE essay 40 min
  • Exam fee: No application fee (free EPSO competition)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
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  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
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EPSO IT/ICT Study Tips from Top Performers

1Read the Notice of Competition (EPSO/AD/429/26) first — it is the only legally binding source of rules, pass marks and deadlines.
2Choose your field based on your last 24 months of work, not your whole career; the Field-Related MCQ tests current operational knowledge.
3Treat the reasoning tests as the real gate: train verbal, numerical and abstract under strict time limits even if you are a strong technical specialist.
4For verbal reasoning, answer only from the passage; outside knowledge and exaggerated options are classic EPSO traps.
5Study the EU digital and data frameworks that recur in the field MCQ: GDPR, NIS2, DORA, the AI Act, EU public procurement and the EU Cloud Strategy.
6Practise 40-minute EUFTE essays on EU topics to sharpen clear, structured written communication in language 2.
7Run full timed mocks of the 30-question Field-Related MCQ so 40 minutes feels comfortable before testing day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the EPSO IT/ICT Experts competition?

EPSO/AD/429/26 is a 2026 open competition run by the European Personnel Selection Office to recruit AD7 administrators in IT/ICT for the EU institutions. It covers four fields and seeks 782 successful candidates for the reserve list.

How is the Field-Related MCQ structured and scored?

The Field-Related MCQ has 30 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 40 minutes, taken in language 2 (English, French or German). The pass mark is 15/30, and because it is also a ranking test, scoring well determines whether your essay is marked.

What are the reasoning tests and their pass marks?

The pass/fail reasoning tests, taken in language 1, are verbal (20 questions, 35 minutes; pass 10/20), numerical (10 questions, 20 minutes) and abstract (10 questions, 10 minutes), with numerical and abstract sharing a combined pass mark of 10/20.

How much does the EPSO ICT competition cost?

There is no application fee. EPSO open competitions are free to enter; candidates only bear optional preparation costs and need EU citizenship and the required languages and experience.

Who can apply to EPSO/AD/429/26?

Applicants must be EU citizens with knowledge of at least two of the 24 official EU languages (language 1 at C1; language 2 at B2 in English, French or German), a relevant degree, and several years of professional ICT experience that varies by field and degree, typically 5 to 9 years.

Can I apply to more than one ICT field?

No. Candidates may apply to only one of the four fields: ICT infrastructure, ICT project management, clouds and networks, or data science. Choosing the field that matches your recent experience is a key strategic decision.

Are the EPSO tests taken remotely?

Yes. All selection tests for this competition are held remotely and online-proctored, completed on a single testing day. There is no in-person assessment centre.

What is the EUFTE and is it multiple choice?

The EUFTE is a 40-minute free-text essay on EU matters, taken in language 2, assessing written communication skills with a pass mark of 5/10. It is not a multiple-choice test, so this practice focuses on the MCQ components.