This free ASVAB score calculator allows you to easily determine your AFQT percentile score, and find out if you are eligible to join the military in any of the six services. Additionally, it will also allow you to find out which Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) are best suited to your skills and aptitudes.
How to Use this ASVAB Score Calculator
To use this calculator, simply fill in your Word Knowledge (WK), Paragraph Comprehension (PC), Arithmetic Reasoning (AR), and Mathematics Knowledge (MK) subtest scores. We will then calculate your AFQT percentile and tell you which military jobs you are qualified to apply for based upon your total score. If you have taken other subtests such as General Science (GS), Electronics Information (EI), Auto & Shop Information (AS), and Mechanical Comprehension (MC), you may also enter them. Once you click “Calculate My Scores” at the bottom of this page, your results will appear.
ASVAB Score Calculator
Calculate your AFQT percentile, check branch eligibility, and see jobs you qualify for
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What Does My AFQT Score Mean?
The Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) score is the most critical number generated from your ASVAB test results. It is used to determine whether or not you meet the enlistment requirements of the United States military, as well as to measure the relative ranking of candidates within a given service.
Your AFQT is determined by combining the scores of four subtests:
- ✦ Word Knowledge (WK) – Vocabulary and word meanings
- ✦ Paragraph Comprehension (PC) – Reading comprehension
- ✦ Arithmetic Reasoning (AR) – Math word problems
- ✦ Mathematics Knowledge (MK) – General math concepts
The military uses the following formula to calculate your AFQT:
Where VE is Verbal Expression and is equal to WK + PC.
Minimum AFQT Scores By Branch
All six branches of the United States military have specific AFQT minimums required for enlistment:
| Service | High School Diploma | GED |
|---|---|---|
| Army | 31 | 50 |
| Navy | 31 | 50 |
| Air Force | 31 | 50 |
| Marine Corps | 32 | 50 |
| Coast Guard | 40 | 50 |
| Space Force | 36 | 50 |
ASVAB Line Scores Explained
While your AFQT determines whether or not you are eligible for enlistment, your line scores (also referred to as composite scores) will determine which military jobs you are eligible to apply for. The way that the services compute line scores differs, and is dependent upon which subtests were scored. Common line scores include:
- ✦ GT (General Technical) – Used to assign individuals to technical and administrative jobs
- ✦ CL (Clerical) – Used to assign individuals to clerical and office jobs
- ✦ EL (Electronics) – Used to assign individuals to electronic and communication jobs
- ✦ MM (Mechanical Maintenance) – Used to assign individuals to mechanical and maintenance jobs
- ✦ CO (Combat Operations) – Used to assign individuals to combat related jobs
Our calculator will provide you with estimates of your composite scores, giving you an idea of the types of jobs you may be able to pursue.
AFQT Score Categories
AFQT scores are categorized based on your relative performance. There are five categories of AFQT scores. Category I represents the top performers, while Category V represents those who do not meet the enlistment requirements of the military.
| Category | Percentile Score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Category I | 93-99 | Top performers. Eligible for any job in the military. |
| Category II | 65-92 | Above average. Will have a wide range of job opportunities in the military. |
| Category IIIA | 50-64 | Average. Will have several job options available in the military. |
| Category IIIB | 31-49 | Below average. May only have a few job options available in the military. |
| Category IV | 16-30 | Below standards. Very few job options will be available in the military. |
| Category V | 1-15 | Not eligible for military enlistment. |
The higher your category, the more job opportunities will be available to you. Those with a Category I AFQT score will have access to virtually all MOS’s available in the military, including some of the more competitive MOS’s with better pay and benefit packages.
How Accurate is the ASVAB Calculator
This calculator generates an estimated AFQT percentile based on the standard formula provided by the military. Please keep in mind that:
- The actual ASVAB uses an adaptive testing system, where the difficulty of the questions changes depending on your responses to previous questions.
- Each math problem on the actual test is worth 1, 2, or 3 points, depending on its difficulty.
- Official scoring involves statistical scaling that can only be accurately performed by the Department of Defense.
- The best method to ensure you receive an accurate assessment of your ability is to take our full length ASVAB practice tests, which mimic the conditions of the real test.
Ways to Improve Your ASVAB Score
If you feel that your calculated score is less than you would have liked, you should know that the ASVAB is a test that can be studied for. Here are a few tips that can help you increase your score:
Identify Your Weak Areas. Use your subtest scores to identify which subjects need the most improvement. Our study guide breaks down each subject area.
Practice Often. Take our free practice tests several times. Repeated practice has been proven to greatly improve test performance.
Improve Your Vocabulary. The Word Knowledge section is one of the easier areas to improve. Read more and make learning new vocabulary words a part of your daily routine.
Review Basic Math Concepts. Brush up on algebra, fractions, percentages, and geometry. These topics are common in both the math sections of the ASVAB.
Practice Under Timed Conditions. The ASVAB is timed. Practice completing the sections under timed conditions to develop your speed and accuracy.
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