Contract Agents Selection Tool (CAST) Exams

Contract Agents Selection Tool (CAST) Exams

To be prepared for your EPSO CAST exams we offer you the tools and resources you need to succeed. You can put together your own custom package under the 'Single Questions' category with as many questions from as many test types as you like, or you can choose from one of our pre-made discount packages.

  • Unlimited Revision
  • Practice / Exam mode
  • Realistic Simulations
  • 24 Hour Support

"It gave a good backgound for preparation and practice before the exam. The trainer delved into details and was very attentive to each of our questions."

Master the EPSO Computer-Based Tests | 11 March 2023 | Full-day | Verbal, Numerical, Abstract Reasoning

Nino from Italy

"Very useful tips and things to take into account when preparing for the exam. Very clear explanations from the trainer and good to (hopefully) relduce some stress before the actual exam."

Mastering the EU Commission's Internal Competition Oral Test | IN-PERSON Classroom Training | 26 May 2023

Marina from italy

It's useful to get a good feel of the exam before starting off the practice. The training provides useful tips on techniques to analyse information and discard options.

Verbal Reasoning Methodology | 29 August 2023

Marta from Spain

How can I register on the EU Training website? Where is the registration form?

You can register on our website for free via the following link.

Once you register you will have access to a vast library of FREE content, such as many of our Webinars and e-books, and you will also be able to make purchases.

What forms of payment are accepted? Is payment safe?

Regarding payment, the system will offer you online credit card payment (immediate access), payment via PayPal (immediate access) or Virtual Euro Account (immediate access).

Online credit card payment: (immediate access)

Accepted cards:  Mastercard, Visa (please note that Visa Electron card is not always supported).

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For further information, please check our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy or feel free to contact us anytime.

How many times can I use a question? And how many times can I revise a test?

Our questions have no expiration date, your question balance has no expiration date. You can compose new tests as long as you have new questions on your account, and you can revise previous tests without any time limitation.

We created a system that helps your EU exam preparation in the best possible way:

  • After you buy an exam preparation package, you can use these questions to create new tests in any composition and language you wish.
  • Once you launch a new test, the number of questions that you put in there will be deducted from your account and you can use each question once, similarly to a test book where you mark your answer options.
  • However, as a special gift to our customers, we created a system where you can re-take any of your previously composed tests as many times as you like (you can do this by finding the test you wish to re-take via the Practice Activity block of your Dashboard).
  • You can monitor your progress via the Statistics block as well.
  • After submitting or re-taking a test, you can revise all your previous tests in Review mode which includes an option to turn off the 'Explanation' feature to further improve the revision experience.
  • Moreover, revision is not limited in any way. You may revise previous tests and questions for an unlimited period and for an unlimited number of times.

Is there more than one language available for practice questions?

Definitely - yes! There are many languages now available in EU Training's comprehensive EPSO tests practice questions database. 

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EPSO Computer-Based Tests (CBT) Practice Questions:

Verbal Reasoning available in 24 languages! This means that our database offers a total of 13,570 Verbal Reasoning practice tests as follows, in alphabetical order:

  • Bulgarian - 689 practice questions
  • Croatian - 658 practice questions
  • Czech - 100 practice questions
  • Danish - 100 practice questions
  • Dutch - 643 practice questions
  • English - 1,850 practice questions
  • Estonian - 100 practice questions
  • Finnish - 100 practice questions
  • French - 1,635 practice questions
  • Gaelic - 100 practice questions
  • German - 915 practice questions
  • Greek - 1,051 practice questions<
  • Hungarian - 608 practice questions
  • Italian - 1,180 practice questions
  • Latvian - 100 practice questions
  • Lithuanian - 100 practice questions
  • Maltese - 100 practice questions
  • Polish - 634 practice questions
  • Portuguese - 299 practice questions
  • Romanian - 1,083 practice questions
  • Slovak - 99 practice questions
  • Slovenian - 100 practice questions
  • Spanish - 1,162 practice questions
  • Swedish - 100 practice questions

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Numerical Reasoning - three languages available

  • English - 1,294
  • French - 920
  • Spanish - 300

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Abstract Reasoning - two languages available

  • English - 1,712
  • French - 1,447

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Language Comprehension

The language comprehension tests are made up of sets, each set has 12 questions.​

  • Bulgarian - 5 sets
  • Croatian - 10 sets
  • Dutch - 5 sets
  • Estonian - 5 sets
  • French - 30 sets
  • Gaelic - 5 sets
  • German - 10 sets
  • Greek - 20 sets
  • Hungarian - 5 sets
  • Italian - 20 sets
  • Polish - 5 sets
  • Portuguese - 10 sets
  • Romanian - 20 sets
  • Spanish - 20 sets

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CASE STUDY SIMULATIONS

  • English -18
  • French - 5
  • German - 1
  • Italian  - 1
  • Spanish  - 1

Please note:

  • Evaluations are only available in English and French.
  • Case Study simulations will be evaluated up to 5 business days after the date submitted.*
  • *Due to high volume during EPSO Case Study exams peak periods, turnaround may take longer.

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How do I buy test questions in the language I want to practice in?

When buying question packages, you are buying a quota of questions from our database and not specific questions. This means that in the Start New Test block you can choose which language(s) you want to do your practice tests in. You do not pick this up at the time of purchase.

TIP: make sure you click on the little (i) in the table on the Products tab to see how many questions we have in a particular language per test so you don’t over-purchase.

Do the practice test questions I've purchased have an expiration date?

Absolutely not. All your purchased questions will remain in your EU Training Dashboard with no expiration whatsoever. You can start a new test as long as you have questions left in your balance (see the MY QUESTIONS block on your Dashboard), or you can Redo/Review your old tests under the Practice Activity block.

Start practicing! You can purchase EPSO-styel practice test questions here.

Where can I find resources for the EPSO MCQ tests?

EU Training has got you covered! We offer a plethora of FREE resources to help you prepare for your EPSO exams.

I need some general information on the EPSO (EU Career) competitions.

Not sure how EPSO competitions work? Or what the difference is between and EPSO competition and CAST?

Check out the New To EU Exams section to get clarification on the EPSO selection procedures.

If you have specific questions or need free advice, please contact us directly any time!

What services do you offer on this website?

EU Training offers a huge variety of products and services to assist with your EPSO preparation.

Online EPSO exam practice

  • practice questions available for all types of EPSO competitions and CAST
  • simulates the real EPSO test-taking conditions

EPSO Case Study Simulations

  • simulates this EPSO test, including the strict time limits
  • Evaluation available (in English and French ONLY) - get direct feedback from an expert
  • 19 Case studies available in English
  • 5 case studies available in French
  • 1 case study each available in German, Spanish and Italian (no evaluation available for these).

EPSO Classroom Training Sessions

Our classes are held by professional trainers who are EPSO experts. Focused heavily on the practical side of the EPSO exams, these training sessions are designed to enhance a candidate’s confidence by simulating EPSO test conditions before the real thing. EU Training not only offers classes tailored to the various EPSO competitions but also provides EPSO Computer-Based Test training for CAST and all EPSO competitions.

Personal coaching sessions

We help EPSO candidates improve their performance on their exams through one-on-one personal coaching services. Reasoning Skills, EU Career Interviews (was EPSO Assessment Centre) and Middle Management coaching sessions are available via Skype or in-person in Brussels (face-to-face). Candidates will receive focused attention and tailored guidance from expert instructors to prepare for any stage of the EPSO selection process, and boost their EPSO exam performance. Application Assistance services are also offered when applying for a new EPSO competition.

Webinars

EU Training holds many LIVE methodology webinar sessions hosted by EPSO experts and offers a vast library of webinar recordings to help you through every stage of the EPSO selection process, including:

  • the EPSO Computer-Based Tests
  • the EPSO Case Study
  • EPSO interviews
  • ... and even how to get an EU job once you're on the Reserve List.

Free EPSO Info Webcasts

When EPSO releases a new Notice of Competition we help break it down by highlighting the most important details:

  • the application process
  • eligibility requirements
  • best preparation methods for EPSO competitions.

This is a great way to get access to vital information to help you excel in your upcoming EPSO competition and achieve your EU career dreams. EU Training webcasts are always free and the recordings are available to view with or without an EU Training account.

eBooks

We are constantly expanding our eBook collection to offer valuable reading materials that delve deep into key EPSO exams topics. Download all our eBooks for free.

E-learning materials

We keep you posted about the latest EPSO news and developments, and offer valuable advice with our Tips & Tricks articles to tackle tricky EPSO topics, so you can use these insights to your advantage the next time you take an EPSO exam.

EU Jobs

Looking for an EU Job? Scan through our comprehensive list of currently available EU agencies jobs. Also, have all the latest EU employment opportunities sent straight to your inbox by subscribing to our EU JOBS newsletter to get updates every two weeks on upcoming EPSO competitions and job vacancies at EU Institutions.

EU Training Customer Support Team

Last, but definitely not least, our Customer Support is here to help with any website or EPSO related queries - and beyond! Never hesitate to contact us!

We hope you will utilise our ever expanding services and find them usefel, even vital, in your EPSO exam preparation.