OAR vs. ASTB-E: Which Navy Officer Test to Take in 2026? (Don't Waste an Attempt)

Are you a Navy officer applicant deciding between the OAR and the full ASTB-E? This 3-minute guide explains the critical differences so you can make the right choice for your designator (SWO, Intel, SNA, SNFO, etc.).\n\nLearn about:\n- The 3 subtests of the OAR vs. the 7 of the ASTB-E\n- How to choose based on your career goals\n- The different scoring scales (20-80 vs. 1-9 stanine)\n- The high-stakes 'most-recent-score-replaces-all' rule\n- How to focus your test prep\n\nRead the full guide on our blog:\nhttps://open-exam-prep.com/blog/oar-vs-astb-which-navy-officer-test-2026\n\nStart your prep with free OAR practice questions:\nhttps://open-exam-prep.com/practice/oar ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:06 - Scene 1 0:36 - Scene 2 1:10 - Scene 3 1:43 - Scene 4 2:16 - Scene 5 2:45 - Scene 6 3:17 - Next steps Recommended study resources: Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Open Exam Prep earns from qualifying purchases. We may earn a commission if you buy through these links. - OAR Secrets Study Guide: OAR Exam Review for the Officer Aptitude Rating Test: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1516700465?tag=openexamprep-20 - OAR Test Prep: Officer Aptitude Rating Study Guide and Practice Exam Questions for the Navy: [4th Edition]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637751087?tag=openexamprep-20 - OAR Study Guide: 500+ Practice Questions and Officer Aptitude Rating Test Prep [5th Edition]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637988168?tag=openexamprep-20