Word and Excel Test for Applicants

Word and Excel Test for Applicants

The Word and Excel Test for Applicants measures the real skills your team needs.

Instead of hoping they’re “proficient” in Microsoft Office, you’ll get real proof, before you hire.

This assessment covers the two tools most office jobs rely on: Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

If your role needs someone who can create documents, organize data, and avoid constant hand-holding, this test (interactive, not multiple-choice) will tell you who’s ready.

Word and Excel Test for Applicants: Score Report

When the test is finished, you’ll receive a complete score report in your inbox. No login needed.

Overall Proficiency
Quick snapshot of how they performed across both Word and Excel.

Skill Ratings
Each section is rated Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced.

Answer Breakdown
See what they got right or wrong and where they may need coaching.

Time Insights
Review how long they spent on each question to get a feel for confidence and pace.

Word and Excel: Important Skills

This assessment focuses on tasks that mimic real office work.

Applicants will complete short simulations (not multiple choice) that show how well they can:

Format and clean up business letters in Word

Insert images, bullet points, and tables

Enter formulas, and build clean spreadsheets in Excel

Sort and filter data correctly

Handle file saving and print layout tasks

Who should take the Word and Excel test?

This test is for any applicant expected to use Word or Excel on the job. It’s especially helpful for admin, office support, data entry, and assistant roles.

What questions are included on the Word and Excel Test?

Questions are based on modern Microsoft Office features used in Word and Excel 2016 or later.

How much does this cost?

Pricing is simple and flexible as your needs change. Each test completed uses one test credit. (See pricing for credits )

Can I get a free sample before I purchase?

Yes, just visit Try for Free to provide your information and we’ll send a free sample of the test you request.

How it Works