Jahiziyah Test (Readiness Test)
The Jahiziyah Test is a national standardized assessment administered by the Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC) for undergraduate students expected to graduate. It is one of the key outputs of the Higher Education Graduates’ Readiness for the Labor Market Program.
The test aims to measure program learning outcomes—knowledge, skills, and values—for each academic specialization, and to support universities in evaluating the quality of their educational outcomes and identifying opportunities for improvement, without affecting students’ graduation status or academic progression.
Objectives of the Test
• Measure the level of achievement of core learning outcomes for each specialization
• Support alignment between academic program outcomes and labor market requirements
• Provide universities with standardized data to support improvement and development
• Contribute to achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program
Target Group
• Undergraduate students expected to graduate during the 2025–2026 academic year
• The test covers 51 academic specializations across scientific, engineering, administrative, and humanities disciplines
Test Administration and Specifications
• Mode of Administration: On-site electronic testing conducted in university computer labs
• Question Type: Multiple-choice questions
• Number of Questions: Between 55 and 85 questions, depending on the specialization
• Test Duration: Between 90 and 120 minutes (including the questionnaire)
• Test Language:
o English for selected specializations (e.g., engineering, computer science, translation, English language)
o Arabic or English for other specializations, as determined by the university
Test Schedule
• Test administration begins on February 1, 2026
• Test administration ends on February 17, 2026
• The test is conducted during official university working hours according to a predefined schedule for each specialization
Preparation for the Test
• Review the approved academic standards for the specialization, which form the basis of the test
• Arrive early at the test venue and bring an approved form of identification
• Comply with test hall instructions and refrain from using personal electronic devices
• Approach the test seriously as an assessment tool for educational learning outcomes
After the Test
• Upon completing the questions, students will proceed directly to the questionnaire
• The questionnaire is an integral part of the evaluation process
• Test results are used for quality analysis and improvement at the program and institutional levels, not for individual student evaluation
Awareness Message
The Jahiziyah Test is a national tool for measuring the quality of university education outcomes. It contributes to the development of academic programs and enhances graduates’ readiness for the labor market within the framework of quality assurance and accreditation.