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Philippines Computer-Based National Career Assessment Examination (CB-NCAE)
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CB-NCAE Orientation & Technical DeliveryYou are here
Understand the two-domain structure, delivery on the DepEd LMS through the Safe Exam Browser, the fixed testing sessions, the SY 2026-2027 Technical Assessment, and the DM 108 accommodations for learners who have difficulty seeing.
Verbal Reasoning (English & Filipino)
Master reading comprehension, context clues, Filipino sawikain and tayutay, verbal analogies, and objective argument analysis across both languages.
Numerical & Logical Reasoning
Review non-calculator mental arithmetic, ratios, linear algebra, categorical syllogisms, conditional contrapositives, and informal logical fallacies.
Abstract, Spatial, Mechanical & PARE Subtests
Drill figure series and matrices, cube nets and orthographic views, simple machines and gear ratios, and fast, accurate code and record checking.
CORE Models & SHS Track Planning
Learn Holland's RIASEC types and the Thurstone interest fields, how to read percentile-type results, and the DepEd Order No. 017, s. 2026 tracks and elective clusters.
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9 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Overview, Architecture, and Testing Policies
3 sections
Chapter 2: GSA — Verbal Reasoning (English & Filipino)
4 sections
Chapter 3: GSA — Numerical Reasoning
4 sections
Chapter 4: GSA — Logical Reasoning
4 sections
Chapter 5: GSA — Abstract Reasoning
4 sections
Chapter 6: GSA — Spatial Reasoning
4 sections
Chapter 7: GSA — Mechanical Reasoning
4 sections
Chapter 8: GSA — Perceptual Accuracy and Response Efficiency (PARE)
3 sections
Chapter 9: CORE — Career and Occupational Roles Explorer & Track Guidance
3 sections
CB-NCAE Exam Details
Philippines Computer-Based National Career Assessment Examination (CB-NCAE)
Administered by Department of Education Bureau of Education Assessment (DepEd BEA)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Department of Education Bureau of Education Assessment (DepEd BEA) content outline
Comprehension of written passages, vocabulary in context, word relationships, and inference in both English and Filipino.
Arithmetic, ratios and proportions, percentages, algebra, geometry, statistics, and practical quantitative problem-solving.
Syllogisms, conditional statements and contrapositives, assumptions, argument strength, ordering puzzles, and logical fallacies.
Figure series, matrix completion, rotation sequences, odd-one-out, and rule induction from non-verbal patterns.
Paper folding, nets and solids, cube visualisation, mirror images, orthographic views, and comparison of shapes.
Levers and moments, pulleys, gears, inclined planes, simple circuits, precision measurement, and everyday mechanical principles.
Rapid, accurate comparison of codes and records, symbol counting, alphabetical filing, and detection of transposition errors.
CORE-A applies the RIASEC typology and CORE-B the Thurstone model to profile occupational preferences. Responses record interests, so there is no correct answer to study for.
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What's Next After the CB-NCAE?
After passing the CB-NCAE, you can pursue these career paths
Senior High School Academic Track (elective clusters)
Choose electives from the five Academic Track clusters under DepEd Order No. 017, s. 2026, such as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; Business and Entrepreneurship; or Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, guided by GSA strengths and CORE interests.
Senior High School Technical-Professional (Tech-Pro) Track
Choose among the ten Tech-Pro clusters under DepEd Order No. 017, s. 2026, such as ICT Support and Computer Programming Technologies, Industrial Technologies, Agri-Fishery Business and Food Innovation, or Hospitality and Tourism, with mandatory work immersion.
Philippine State Universities and Colleges (SUC) Admissions
Leverage foundational verbal, numerical, and abstract reasoning aptitudes toward competitive admission tests at national universities such as the UPCAT and DOST-SEI scholarship exams.
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