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Trooper Testing Information
                                                                     
 
 
 
 
 
 
The push-ups and sit-ups portions of the
 physical testing usually eliminates around
 half of the applicants that show up for
 Entry Level Testing.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Being able to do the minimum requirements is usually not enough for applicants who attend this stressful and highly competitive selection process.
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Being physically fit is not enough for this career.  Recruits must be mentally sharp, able to reason through problems, and think on their feet.  The high school equivalency written test is the first measure of this ability.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Overview
 
Applications are currently being accepted for the next testing cycle.  
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  •  Entry Level Testing scheduled for September 11th and 12th has been canceled -
           Due to budgetary reasons the Oregon State Police is canceling the scheduled entry level
           testing.  Please watch the website for future testing dates.
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In order to complete the initial application process you will need to submit an application.  Applications will be accepted up to 30 days prior to testing dates.  If selected to continue through the testing process you will receive an invitation to attend the next testing cycle.  Applicants must confirm their attendance prior to testing.  Test confirmations will be taken two weeks prior to testing. Physical Abilities Liability Release forms will be given at testing and will need to be completed and signed by each applicant.  If a form is needed to obtain a physician release stating you are physically/medically able to perform the tests please contact Elsa Hernandez at 503-378-4175.
 
The first day of Entry Level Testing is comprised of two portions -- a physical fitness test and a general knowledge written exam.  The physical fitness tests takes place in the morning.  Applicants who successfully pass the physical fitness portion of the testing will be continue to the written test.  The general knowledge written test will be administered in the afternoon.  The written test has a 3 hour time limit.  Applicants who successfully pass the written test will be attend the suitability testing on day two.
 
The second day of testing consist of a battery of tests that includes psychological and cognitive ability. These tests rank suitability for law enforcement.
 

Physical Fitness Test
  • The physical abilities test is based on the U.S. Army standards (see scoring standards listed below) in accordance with Oregon Revised Statute 181.260.
  • If an applicant fails any portion of this test, the testing will be discontinued. Applicants who fail to pass the physical abilities test will be allowed to re-test on the next testing date.
  • To review the proper methods for the physical abilities test, please review the Physical Abilities Test Standards
 

           Male/Female Push-Ups* (2 Minutes Times)
 Repetitions /
Age Group
 17-21
 22-26
 27-31
 32-36
 37-41
 42-46
 47-51
 52-56
57-61 
62+ 
 Male
 42
 40
 39
 36
34 
30
25 
20 
18 
16 
 Female
 19
 17
 17
 15
 13
 12
 10
 9
 8
 7
 
  How to Properly Perform a Push Up
 
 
Click here for a video demonstration on how to properly perform push-ups.
 
 
 
 
 

        Male/Female Sit-Ups* (2 Minutes Timed)
 Repetitions /
Age Group
 17-21
 22-26
 27-31
 32-36
 37-41
 42-46
 47-51
 52-56
 
57-61 
 
62+ 
  Male
 53
50 
45 
42 
38 
32 
30 
28 
27 
26 
  Female
 53
50 
45 
42 
38 
32 
30 
28 
27 
26 
 
 
How to Properly Perform a Sit Up
 
 
 
Click here for a video demonstration on how to properly perform sit-ups.
 
 
 
 
 
        Male/Female 2 Mile Run
  Repetitions /
Age Group
 17-21
 22-26
27-31 
32-36 
37-41 
42-46 
47-51 
52-56 
57-61 
62+ 
 Male
 15:54
16:36 
17:00 
17:42 
18:18 
18:42 
19:30 
19:48 
19:54 
20:00 
 Female
 18:54
19:36 
20:30 
21:42 
22:42 
23:42 
24:00 
24:24 
24:48 
25:00 

Written Test
The written test is a multi-part test, consisting of timed and un-timed portions.  The written test will be administered to applicants who pass the Physical Abilities Test.
 
 

 
Page updated: August 30, 2010

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