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Key Facts: QPS Entrance Exam
60 MCQ + 1 task
Literacy 30, Abstract Reasoning 30, plus Writing
ACER QPSea
1h 45m
Total Assessment Time
ACER QPSea
35 min
Time Per Component
ACER QPSea
AUD $279
Unsponsored First Attempt Fee
ACER QPSea
3 years
Result Validity
ACER QPSea Results
7 days
Results Turnaround
ACER QPSea Results
The QPSea is the ACER-delivered Queensland Police Service entrance assessment. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes across three components — Literacy (30 questions), Abstract Reasoning (30 questions), and a Writing task — each timed at 35 minutes. Results are reported as Standard Met or Standard Not Met, and candidates must pass all three. Sponsored applicants test free; an unsponsored first attempt costs AUD $279.
Sample QPS Entrance Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to review concepts for the QPS Entrance exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1Read the passage: 'Fatigue affects driving performance. Being awake for about 17 hours has a similar effect on performance as a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.05. After 24 hours awake, performance is comparable to a BAC of 0.10.' According to the passage, being awake for 17 hours is most similar to which BAC?
2Choose the correctly spelled word.
3Which sentence uses correct grammar?
4What is the closest meaning of the word 'apprehend' as used in 'The officers moved to apprehend the suspect'?
5Read the passage: 'A road safety poster advises drivers to take a 15-minute break every two hours of driving. It warns that micro-sleeps can last just a few seconds but are enough to cause a serious crash.' What is the main purpose of the poster?
6Select the sentence with correct punctuation.
7Read the passage: 'Community policing relies on trust between officers and residents. When residents feel respected and heard, they are more willing to report crime and cooperate with investigations.' Which statement is TRUE according to the passage?
8Which word correctly completes the sentence? 'The new recruit had a strong sense of ___ and always told the truth.'
9Choose the most clearly written version of the sentence for a police report.
10Read the passage: 'Body-worn cameras record interactions between police and the public. Footage can be used as evidence, but officers must follow privacy guidelines on when cameras may be switched off.' What can be reasonably inferred?
About the QPS Entrance Exam
The Queensland Police Service Entrance Assessment (QPSea) is the entry-level test that applicants must pass to progress toward becoming a QPS police recruit. It is delivered by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) and runs for 1 hour 45 minutes across three separately timed and scored components: Literacy (30 multiple-choice questions), Abstract Reasoning (30 multiple-choice questions), and a Writing task — each allowed 35 minutes. Digital literacy and numeracy are no longer part of the assessment. The QPSea is conducted mainly online through remote proctoring via webcam, with venue-based testing available in Brisbane five times per year.
Exam sponsor: Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) on behalf of the Queensland Police Service, via remote proctoring or Brisbane venue. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
60 questions
Time Limit
1 hour 45 minutes (35 minutes per component)
Passing Score
Standard Met on each component (benchmarked to the Australian Core Skills Framework; exact cut score shown on results certificate)
Exam / Certification Fees
$0 for sponsored applicants (QPS voucher); AUD $279 for an unsponsored first attempt
Exam sponsor websiteReported exam pass rate: Not published. The Queensland Police Service and ACER do not publish a first-time pass-rate percentage for the QPSea. Exam sponsor website
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Literacy
Reading comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and verbal reasoning — 30 multiple-choice questions in 35 minutes
Abstract Reasoning
Next-in-sequence, complete-the-pattern matrices, odd-one-out, analogies, and rotation/reflection logic — 30 multiple-choice questions in 35 minutes
Writing (non-MCQ)
One online writing task in 35 minutes, scored against the Australian Core Skills Framework; not part of the multiple-choice practice bank
Preparing for the QPS Entrance Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Standard Met on each component (benchmarked to the Australian Core Skills Framework; exact cut score shown on results certificate)
- Exam length: 60 questions
- Time limit: 1 hour 45 minutes (35 minutes per component)
- Exam / certification fees: $0 for sponsored applicants (QPS voucher); AUD $279 for an unsponsored first attempt Official sources
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QPS Entrance: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the QPS Entrance Assessment (QPSea)?
The QPSea is the Queensland Police Service entrance assessment, delivered by ACER, that applicants must pass to progress toward becoming a police recruit. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and has three timed components: Literacy, Abstract Reasoning, and a Writing task.
Does the QPSea still include numeracy?
No. Digital literacy and numeracy are no longer part of the QPSea. The current assessment covers Literacy, Abstract Reasoning, and an online Writing task. This practice bank focuses on the two multiple-choice components: Literacy and Abstract Reasoning.
Who administers the QPSea?
The assessment is delivered by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) on behalf of the Queensland Police Service. Candidates book and sit the test through the ACER Portal at qps.acer.org.
How much does the QPSea cost?
Sponsored applicants pay nothing because QPS Recruiting provides a voucher covering one assessment. An unsponsored first attempt costs AUD $279, and a late reschedule fee of AUD $107 may apply.
How is the QPSea scored?
Each component is scored separately and benchmarked against the Australian Core Skills Framework. Results are reported as Standard Met or Standard Not Met, with the benchmark score shown on the results certificate. Candidates must meet the standard for all three components.
Can I sit the QPSea online from home?
Yes. The QPSea is conducted mainly online through remote proctoring via a webcam from your own home. ACER also offers venue-based testing in Brisbane five times per year for those who prefer supervised, face-to-face conditions.
Can I retake the QPSea?
Yes. Candidates receive one additional attempt and may re-sit only the component(s) they failed. QPS Recruiting pays for a resit of up to two components, and results remain valid for three years.
How long until I get my results?
ACER provides results within 7 business days of completing the assessment. You are notified by email when results are ready to download from the ACER Portal. Appeals about results are not accepted, though test-day concerns can be raised with the supervisor.