DCAS civil service exams
One course for the abilities tested on many NYC civil service exams.
Many New York City civil service exams test the same core abilities: reading, writing, reasoning, ordering information, working with numbers and clerical accuracy. The UBCC Civil Service Master Class teaches each one, with a study book and a large practice bank. Always check the Notice of Examination for your exact exam.
What’s tested
Abilities on this exam, with the number of UBCC practice questions for each.
Spatial Orientation
Find your way using maps and directions.
Written Comprehension
Understand written rules, reports and procedures.
Mathematical Reasoning
Choose the right math to solve a work problem.
Essential Clerical and Communication Skills
Check names, numbers and records accurately.
Security Procedure and Protocol
Follow security rules and procedures correctly.
Written Expression
Choose the clearest, most accurate way to write information.
Problem Sensitivity
Notice when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Deductive Reasoning
Apply general rules to specific situations.
Inductive Reasoning
Find the pattern or rule behind separate facts.
Information Ordering
Put steps and events in the correct order.
Visualization
Picture how objects look when moved or rearranged.
Number Facility
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and correctly.
Memorization
Study a picture or text, then answer from memory.
Free practice questions
Free sample questions for this exam are being prepared. Visit a free class to try the full question bank.
Join a classWhat’s included for members
- Every practice question has a full explanation and names the trap behind each wrong answer
- Learn mode: one question at a time with instant feedback
- Test mode: timed practice tests scored at the end
- My Mistakes: review every question you missed
- Progress that goes into your Verified Career Profile automatically
How UBCC helps you get the job
Live evening classes
Monday to Friday, 6–8 PM, in person in Jamaica, Queens or online.
Explained in Bangla
Difficult ideas explained in Bangla whenever you need it.
Your instructor
Tasks, messages and follow-up from a teacher who knows your progress.
Job Hub and tracker
City, state and federal job sites, and every application tracked with you.
Verified Career Profile
Your practice and scores become proof you can share with employers.
Common questions
Is this the official exam?
No. UBCC is an independent career center. We prepare you for the exam; the exam itself is given by the City or State agency that runs it.
Does passing guarantee a job?
No. The exam is one step. Agencies also check minimum requirements, background and other steps listed in the Notice of Examination.
Can I study in Bangla?
Yes. Classes are taught in English and Bangla, and teachers explain in Bangla whenever you need it.
How do I join?
Send a request or visit our office during office hours, Monday to Friday, 4–9 PM. We will call you and help you choose the right program.
UBCC is not part of the City or State of New York. Exam dates, fees and requirements are set by the agency that gives the exam.