KPMG Assessment Exclusion Preparation Guide
Prepare calmly for the KPMG exclusion assessment with focused practice on common LTP and Harver (NOA) components and clear next steps.
Prepare for the KPMG assessment with focus
This guide is for candidates preparing for the KPMG assessment delivered through LTP or Harver (NOA). The invitation email usually tells you which components matter most, so the best approach is to prepare in a focused way rather than trying to cover everything at once.
The exclusion module is part of abstract reasoning preparation. It asks you to spot the shape that does not fit a pattern by comparing features such as number, shape, size, position, fill, lines, or angles. Working calmly and systematically is often more useful than rushing for the first answer that looks right.
Try a sample question right away
This gives you an immediate feel for the question style and the value of the practice environment.
Start with the parts most likely to appear
Begin with the assessment details in your email. KPMG assessments can include online tests, questionnaires, and sometimes additional assignments, so the exact mix can vary by invitation. That makes the email your most reliable guide for what to prioritize first.
For exclusion practice, it helps to work from broad pattern recognition to careful checking. First identify the common rule across four shapes, then compare the remaining one against that rule. If the pattern is not obvious, move through one feature at a time instead of guessing too early.
If your invitation also mentions cognitive ability testing, keep your preparation aligned with the skills KPMG commonly uses. Figure sequences, number sequences, syllogisms, analogies, matrices, and arithmetic skills are frequent building blocks in this type of assessment, so they are a practical place to spend your time.
Keep your preparation practical and balanced
KPMG may use either LTP or Harver (NOA), and both providers can include a mix of aptitude tests and additional questionnaires. Because the format depends on the invitation, the goal is to become comfortable with the style of the questions, not to memorize a fixed test structure.
A careful routine works better than scattered practice. Short, regular sessions help you recognize patterns faster and maintain accuracy under time pressure. That is especially useful for exclusion questions, where one overlooked detail can change the answer.
This preparation is relevant across different KPMG roles, from analyst and associate to senior associate, manager, director, and partner. The common thread is the same: clear expectations, focused practice, and close attention to the content named in your email.
What the exclusion module asks you to do
In exclusion questions, four of five shapes usually follow the same rule, while one does not. The rule may relate to a visible property such as fill, line direction, size progression, or placement. The task is to identify the item that breaks the pattern by comparing each feature in a structured way.
This module trains abstract reasoning rather than subject knowledge. The most useful habit is to slow down enough to check each shape against the others before deciding. That method supports both accuracy and confidence when the timer starts to matter.
If you have access to a free practice test, use it to get familiar with the format before moving into broader practice. That can make the actual assessment feel more predictable, especially if you are combining exclusion with other common KPMG test components.