3. Selection Testing Job seekers who pass the screening and preliminary interview are called in for selection tests. Different types of tests can be conducted and this depends on the company and job profile. Generally these tests can determine an applicant’s ability aptitude and personality. 1. Ability tests assist in determining how well an applicant can perform the tasks assigned to him/her. 2. An aptitude test helps determine the person’s potential to learn on the job and acquire new skills and techniques. A good example of aptitude test is GMAT – general management aptitude test. 3. Personality tests as the name suggests are conducted to measure the prospective employee’s motivation to function in a particular working condition.