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Pass the FRV Written Selection Test (WST)

Timed practice tests that follow the FRV Written Selection Test (WST) sections, including mechanical reasoning, plus beep test, PAT and interview prep.

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The aptitude test

FRV Written Selection Test (WST)

Run by
ACER
How you sit it
Online at a test centre, or from home with live webcam supervision
Cost
$238 (free with a current Centrelink Health Care Card)
SectionQuestionsTimeWhat it tests
Literacy30 questions35 minutesReading comprehension
Abstract reasoning30 questions35 minutesShape patterns and sequences
Numeracy30 questions35 minutesOn-screen calculator provided
Mechanical reasoning32 questions20 minutesLevers, pulleys, gears, forces and fluids
  • You must pass all four sub-tests.
  • The test takes 2 hours 5 minutes, plus extra time if unscored trial questions are included.
  • Your own calculator isn't allowed. Remote candidates use a small whiteboard for working; paper isn't permitted.
  • A WST result is valid for 3 years.
Practice tests

VIC practice tests

Each test follows the real exam's sections and timing: literacy, abstract reasoning, numeracy, mechanical reasoning. Buy one, or get all of them in the pack or bundle.

VIC practice test 1Full-length: literacy, numeracy, abstract reasoning and a written report, with explanations
Buy for $12.99
VIC practice test 2Full-length: literacy, numeracy, abstract reasoning and a written report, with explanations
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VIC practice test 3Full-length: literacy, numeracy, abstract reasoning and a written report, with explanations
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VIC practice test 4Full-length: literacy, numeracy, abstract reasoning and a written report, with explanations
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VIC practice test 5Full-length: literacy, numeracy, abstract reasoning and a written report, with explanations
Buy for $12.99
Fitness

VIC beep test & physical aptitude test

These are the current physical tests. Train well above the minimum: the tests are done in protective gear, and you'll need the fitness for recruit training.

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TestStandard
Shuttle run (beep test)Level 9.6 (second attempt allowed)
Physical Aptitude Test (PAT)11 firefighting tasks in PPE (second attempt allowed)
PAT tasksLadder raise and extension, stair climb with high-rise pack, container haul, chain cutting, hose advance and pull, equipment carry, hose couplings, crew member rescue
Pricing

Everything for VIC

Practice test pack$54.99All 5 VIC practice testsBuy now
Interview & assessment course$39.99Panel, video and group assessment prepBuy now
Beep test & PAT course$29.9912-week plan for the VIC physical testsBuy now
Single practice test$12.99One timed test — choose on the state pageChoose a test
VIC complete bundleBest value
$99$124.97
  • All 5 VIC practice tests
  • VIC beep test & PAT course
  • Interview & assessment course
  • Works on phone, tablet and laptop
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Checked against official sources in October 2026. Recruiting rules change — always confirm with Fire Rescue Victoria before you apply: ACER — FRV test · FRV — recruitment FAQs · FRV — shuttle run · FRV — PAT tasks