De Nederlandsche Bank assessment examples
See examples of the DNB assessment parts, including matrices, analogies, number series, and figure sequences, so you know what to expect.
What to expect from the DNB assessment
De Nederlandsche Bank uses a GITP assessment that typically includes an aptitude test and a personality test. The exact parts you need to complete are stated in your invitation email or in the GITP online platform.
This page gives concrete examples of the kinds of exercises you may encounter, so you can prepare with a clearer picture of the format. The focus is on the aptitude test, where pattern recognition and accurate reasoning are often important.
The examples below are not the exact test items, but they reflect the main question types used in this assessment bundle.
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This gives you an immediate feel for the question style and the value of the practice environment.
Examples of the main exercise types
The aptitude test may include several familiar formats. Practicing these examples helps you get used to the logic behind the questions and the pace of the assessment.
- Analogies: spotting the relationship between words or concepts
- Matrices: finding the missing element in a logical grid
- Figure sequences: identifying the figure that follows a pattern
- Number series: working out the next number in a sequence
Each exercise type asks you to recognize structure quickly and apply it under time pressure. That makes short, regular practice more useful than trying to learn everything at once.
How to use these examples in your preparation
Start with one question type at a time and focus on understanding the rule before increasing speed. This keeps the practice practical and close to the way the assessment is built.
If you already know the basic formats, use the examples to check whether your approach is consistent. That can help you work more calmly when the real test combines different patterns.
Use your invitation as the final reference for which parts you need to complete. The platform instructions are the most reliable source for your specific assessment setup.
Why targeted practice is useful
Because the aptitude test is compared with a norm group, it helps to practice with the same types of reasoning tasks in advance. Familiarity with the format can reduce surprises on test day.
Targeted preparation is especially useful if you want to refresh skills you have not used recently. A steady approach also makes it easier to maintain accuracy when the questions become more demanding.
This bundle is intended as a supplement to the information in your invitation and to the GITP platform. It is designed to help you prepare in a focused and realistic way for the parts that may appear.