2019 EPSO Graduate Administrators AD5 Competition Timeline

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Applications for the 2019 EPSO Graduate Administrators AD5 competition (EPSO/AD/373/19) are still being accepted until 25 June, 2019.

In the meantime, with the weather warming up many of us are dreaming of summer holidays and would love to get planning. Luckily for us, EPSO has been kind enough to release a rough outline of when we can expect each exam phase to take place.

Please note that the timeline set out below is indicative and could change: 

  • The competition opened for applications on 23 May
  • You MUST validate Part 1 of your application by 25 June 12-noon (Brussels time), otherwise, you won't be able to participate in this EPSO competition. 
  • Part 2 of the application process is expected to open in the second half of July. 
  • The Pre-Selection Exams (covering Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, and the Situational Judgment Test) is planned to take place sometime during September/October.
  • E-tray Exercise will most like be held sometime during December 2019/January 2020.
  • Case Study test is scheduled for March/April 2020.
  • Assessment Centre can be expected in April/May 2020.
  • The results and Reserve List for the 2019 AD5 Generalist competition will be announced in June 2020.

If you haven't completed Part 1 of the application process for the AD5 competition yet, you can apply here. This part is super easy and quick, just MAKE SURE you validate your application by 25 June (12-noon)!

Want to master the EPSO Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, and Situational Judgment Tests? 

To get the maximum value out of your practice tests don't miss this chance to learn vital tips and tricks from an EPSO expert. This training session is specifically designed for candidates undertaking the AD5 Generalists competition and offers the opportunity to meet face-to-face with our highly experienced instructor and to engage with other candidates also undertaking this competition. The session will explore each of the computer-based test's methodology and applies this knowledge to practical simulations of each test type. 

NEXT TRAINING SESSION: Saturday, 6 July (Brussels)

Did you know successful EPSO candidates generally start preparing 10-12 weeks before the exam! 

It might be a good idea to get started on your exam preparation for the computer-based tests now - even before the application process ends.

Want to join the conversation and talk to other candidates about this competition? 
Join the EPSO Administrator Exams (AD5) Facebook group

 

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