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Psychometric
Tests
Psychometric
tests have been used since the early part of the 20th
century. These days psychometric testing is a regular
part of the recruitment or selection process. These
tests measure attributes like intelligence,
aptitude and personality.
As a recruitment and selection tool, such tests are
used at the early stages of selection to screen out
candidates. Psychometric tests (like Myers Briggs Type
Indicator - MBTI) are also used by organizations/companies
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Competitive Exams
ISSB/CSS
Candidates
for selection in Pakistan armed forces (ISSB)
and civil services need to have an introduction and orientation
of the psych tests. For ISSB candidates some preparatory
booklets have been prepared. A testing program
for these candidates is arranged by PTS. Write email for more
info.
| Outline
of the Test |
A
general outline of the tests being used for this
purpose is given in the following paragraphs.
Personal
History Form: This form contains information
about a candidate’s family, education, extra
curricular activities, previous work experience
etc.
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| Intelligence
Tests: These tests attempt to measure your
intelligence—that is, your basic ability to
understand the world around you, assimilate its
functioning, and apply this knowledge to enhance
the quality of your life. A comprehensive Intelligence
test contains verbal and non-verbal items (questions).
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| Personality
Tests: These tests include some standardized
inventories and projective tests like Sentence Completion,
Word Association, Thematic Apperception Test, etc.
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| Group
Discussion: Candidates are exposed to a
session of group discussion. The aim is to observe
and assess their leadership abilities like dynamism,
influencing ability, verbal expression, initiative,
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| Interview:
In some organizations a brief interview is held
to screen candidates for obvious neurotic behavior
like nervous tics, excessive anxiety, compulsive
behavior etc. The motivation of a candidate to serve
a particular organization is also explored through
this interview. |
Duration
The
whole testing program lasts for about 4 – 5 hours.
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