Exam 474 is typically required for City Carrier Assistant (CCA) and Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) postings, and for other delivery roles that involve customer contact. Mail handler jobs usually use Exam 475. Clerk jobs usually use Exam 476. Always read the posting on usps.com/careers — the invitation names the exact assessment.
Work Scenarios presents workplace situations and asks how you would respond. Tell Us Your Story covers work history, habits, and preferences and looks for consistent answers. Check for Errors asks you to compare addresses, names, and numbers under time pressure. Practice all three; a weak section can pull the overall result down.
USPS does not publish a public passing cutoff. Results are typically Eligible or Ineligible. Eligible candidates are ranked on a hiring register; a higher score generally means being contacted sooner when a vacancy opens. Eligible is not a job offer. Background checks, fingerprints, and a conditional offer still follow.
Study each section, then take timed practice and full mock exams. USPS Assessment Exam is independent prep: a study guide, practice questions for all three sections, and five mock exams with result analysis. Plans are one-time: free preview, $15 study guide, $25 guide plus practice, $42 Complete Prep. Not affiliated with USPS.
Is USPS Exam 474 the same as the Virtual Entry Assessment?
Yes. Exam 474 is the Virtual Entry Assessment used for city carrier and similar delivery roles. Exams 475, 476, and 477 are other Virtual Entry Assessments for different jobs.
Can I take Exam 474 without applying for a job?
No. USPS sends the assessment invitation after you apply to a posting. Independent practice tests, including the free one on this site, are for preparation only and do not replace the official assessment.
Is this site affiliated with USPS?
No. USPS Assessment Exam is independent study material and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with the United States Postal Service.
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