VPEE

Overview

The Victoria Police Entrance Exam is the written assessment stage for people applying to become police officers or Protective Services Officers with Victoria Police in Australia. The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) delivers it on behalf of Victoria Police.

Who can apply

You must register with Victoria Police recruiting before you can register for the exam. After you apply, you receive an invitation to sit the exam, with an Applicant ID and booking timelines. You need that ID to register on the ACER portal.

Exam pattern

The exam is computer-based. You can sit it online with remote proctoring through a webcam at home, or in person at the Camberwell venue in Melbourne, which runs on one weekend each month.

Marking and results

The ACER page does not publish pass marks or how long a result stays valid, so confirm these with Victoria Police or ACER.

Fees

As listed on the ACER page in 2026, the exam fee is $284 AUD including GST, paid to ACER when you book. Resits (GST included) cost$135 for one component, $191 for two components, and$284 for three or more.

How to apply

1. Register with Victoria Police recruiting.

2. Wait for the invitation with your Applicant ID.

3. Register on the ACER portal and book the exam online or in person.

You are allowed two attempts at the exam in total.

Preparation tips

• Practise abstract reasoning against the clock, since it allows under 30 seconds per question.

• Practise typing a report of 300 to 350 words within 35 minutes. Spell check, cut and paste and formatting are not available.

• Use the on-screen calculator comfortably before the numeracy section.