EY Assessment Grids Explained
Learn what EY assessment grids are, how they work in LTP aptitude tests, and how to prepare with a practical step-by-step approach.
What this module covers
This module explains EY assessment grids in a practical way. Grids are used to test abstract reasoning by asking you to find the pattern in a matrix of figures and identify the missing shape.
For candidates invited by LTP, this type of task is part of broader aptitude testing. You may see it alongside other question formats, so it helps to know what to expect and how to approach the exercise efficiently.
The goal is not to memorize answers, but to learn how to analyze visual patterns step by step. That makes the task easier to recognize under time pressure.
Try a sample question right away
This gives you an immediate feel for the question style and the value of the practice environment.
How to approach a grid question
A grid usually contains 3 by 3 squares, with one square missing. Each cell includes a figure that changes according to a rule across the row, column, or both.
- Check how one feature changes at a time, such as shape, number, position, or orientation.
- Compare the pattern across rows and columns instead of looking at a single square in isolation.
- Eliminate options that break the rule, then choose the figure that fits the full matrix.
With practice, you become faster at spotting recurring structures and less likely to be distracted by details that do not affect the logic of the matrix.
Practical checklist before you start
A focused routine helps when you are preparing for an assessment at EY through LTP. Use the module to train the same way you would handle the real test: calmly, systematically, and within a time limit.
- Look for one clear rule first before testing more complex combinations.
- Pay attention to repeated changes in size, rotation, shading, and position.
- Move on quickly if a pattern does not fit; do not spend too long on one item.
This approach is useful not only for grids, but also for other abstract reasoning tasks you may encounter in the same assessment package.
Where this fits in the EY preparation package
EY assessments often combine several components, such as aptitude tests, a personality questionnaire, an interview, and sometimes simulation exercises or games. The exact mix depends on the invitation and the role.
The grids module is one part of that broader preparation. It is especially useful if you want to build confidence in visual logic and pattern recognition before the assessment day.
Because LTP is used by many organizations, this practice also gives you a useful foundation for similar abstract reasoning questions in other assessments.