What are MAGE scores?

MAGE is the Department of the Air Force set of four ASVAB composites: Mechanical (AR + 2VE + MC + AS), Administrative (VE + MK), General (VE + AR) and Electronic (AR + MK + EI + GS), each reported as a percentile. The classification directory (DAFECD, Attachment 4) prints the minimum for each specialty. In the 31 October 2026 edition, 1D7X1 Information Technology Systems needs E 60 and 4A2X1 Biomedical Equipment needs M 60 and E 70.

What ASVAB score do I need for the Air Force?

Two things. The enlistment floor is the AFQT: 31 with a high-school diploma, 50 with a GED. Past that, each job has its own MAGE minimum in the classification directory. In the 31 October 2026 edition they run from A 21 or G 24 for the Air Force bands and G 30 for 3F1X1 Services and 3P0X1 Security Forces, up to G 72 for 1A8X2 Airborne ISR Operator, 3H0X1 Historian, 3N0X6 Public Affairs and 6C0X1 Contracting, and E 70 for 2A0X1, 2M0X3 and 2P0X1.

What ASVAB score do I need for Air Force cyber jobs?

The 1D7 family is gated by the Electronic composite. 1D7X1 IT Systems, 1D7X4 Data Engineering and 1D7X5 Cybersecurity need E 60; 1D7X2 and 1D7X3 need M 45 and E 60. The directory's alternate table lets a non-prior-service applicant qualify for most of them with E 55 plus a Cyber Test score of 60. Since the 31 October 2026 edition, 1B4X1 Cyber Warfare Operations has no MAGE minimum: it needs a score of 68 on the Predictive Success Model, a two-factor model of ASVAB and TAPAS scores (until then it was E 70 plus 70 on the Electronic Data Processing Test).

Is the Space Force ASVAB different from the Air Force?

The test is the same and the Space Force codes are in the same directory, but in the 31 October 2026 edition none of the four Space Force specialties prints a MAGE minimum. They are selected with a Predictive Success Model score built from ASVAB subtests and the TAPAS assessment: 47 for 5C0X1 Cyber Operations, 36 for 5I0X1 All Source Analyst, 57 for 5I2X1 Cryptologic Analyst and 36 for 5S0X1 Space Systems Operations.

Which Air Force jobs do not use a MAGE minimum?

In the 31 October 2026 edition: 1A8X1 Airborne Cryptologic Language Analyst and 1N3X1 Cryptologic Language Analyst (a Predictive Success Model score of 75, or proven language proficiency), 1B4X1 Cyber Warfare Operations (68 on the Predictive Success Model), 3E8X1 Explosive Ordnance Disposal (54 on the EOD selection model), 3G0X1 Talent Acquisition, and the four Space Force specialties. Several others pair a MAGE minimum with a model score, such as 1C1X1 Air Traffic Control: G 55 plus 55 on a two-factor model.

What if my MAGE is high but my AFQT is low?

AFQT 31 with a high-school diploma, or 50 with a GED, is the minimum to enlist at all. Below that no MAGE composite helps. Above it, the MAGE minimums decide which specialties are open. The AFQT is computed from four subtests: Arithmetic Reasoning, Mathematics Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension and Word Knowledge.

Can I retake the ASVAB to raise a MAGE score?

Not for that purpose. The Air Force testing manual (DAFMAN 36-2664, Attachment 5) allows a retest only to verify scores that do not appear to reflect an applicant's true ability, and says never to retest just so an applicant can raise an aptitude score to meet a job standard. When a retest is given it is the whole battery: at least 30 days after the first test, 30 more days before a second retest, and six months before any later one.

Yes. On the computer version given at a MEPS or MET site, every subtest has its own time limit. Without tryout questions the limits run from 6 minutes for Shop Information and 7 for Auto Information to 31 for Mathematics Knowledge and 55 for Arithmetic Reasoning; they are longer when unscored tryout questions are added. The testing program says almost all examinees finish each subtest before the time expires and that the test takes about 2 hours on average. The PiCAT, the unproctored version you take with a recruiter's access code, has no time limits on the individual subtests.

Can you use a calculator on the ASVAB?

No. Calculators are not allowed on the ASVAB. The testing program's explanation is that the ASVAB is an employment test meant to show whether you can apply principles to solve problems, so Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge are worked by hand. Practice without a calculator, because that is how the score that counts is earned.

Air Force ASVAB Scores by AFSC (2026) — Every Job's MAGE Minimum

Every specialty in the October 31, 2026 directory

The figure on the right is the MAGE minimum from Attachment 4 of the directory; “or” and “and” follow the table's own dual-aptitude notes. The tag compares it with the scores you entered. Entries with no figure are selected by a predictive model or carry no aptitude minimum.

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Aircrew Operations

1A1X2 Mobility Force Aviator
M 60Short: M +10
The Lead-MAJCOM for aircraft and mission set will determine the Mobility Force Aviator (MFA) performance tasks as outlined in Master Training Tasks/Task Training Lists associated with Mission Design Series crew positions.
Covers every shredout of the specialty · Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code K (70 lbs)
1A1X3 Special Mission Aviator
M 60Short: M +10
The Lead-MAJCOM for aircraft and mission set determines the performance tasks of the Special Mission Aviator (SMA), as outlined in the Master Training Tasks/Task Training Lists for Mission Design Series crew positions.
Covers every shredout of the specialty · Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code K (70 lbs)
1A1X4 Multi-domain Operations Aviator
E 65Short: E +15
Covers every shredout of the specialty · Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code K (70 lbs)
1A1X8 Executive Mission Aviator
M 60 and A 50Short: M +10
The Lead-MAJCOM for aircraft and mission set will determine the Executive Mission Aviator (EMA) performance tasks as outlined in Master Training Tasks/Task Training Lists associated with the Mission Design Series (MDS) crew position.
Covers every shredout of the specialty · Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code K (70 lbs)
1A8X1 Airborne Cryptologic Language Analyst (ACLA)
—No MAGE minimum
Operates, evaluates, and manages airborne signals intelligence information systems and operations activities and related intelligence and analysis activities on ground processing systems.
Alternate cutoff table: Must Obtain minimum score of 75 on Predictive Success Model (PSM)
Specialty description, par. 3.5.1.2: A minimum score of 75 on the Predictive Success Model (PSM), or demonstrated proficiency in a DoD-trained acquisition language with an L2/R2 or better on the DLPT or OPI equivalent.
Covers every shredout of the specialty · Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1A8X2 Airborne ISR Operator
G 72Short: G +22
Operates, evaluates, and manages airborne ISR information systems, operations activities and related intelligence and analysis activities on ground processing systems.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)

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Cyberspace

1B4X1 Cyber Warfare Operations
—No MAGE minimum
Performs duties to develop, sustain, and enhance cyberspace capabilities to defend national interests from attack and to create effects in cyberspace to achieve national objectives.
Alternate cutoff table: Must obtain a minimum score of 68 on Predictive Success Model (PSM)
Specialty description, par. 3.5: Must earn a minimum score of 68 on the 2-factor model that includes the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) and Tailored Adaptive Personality Assessment System (TAPAS) scores.
April 30, 2026 edition: E 70.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs) · Changed in the October 31, 2026 edition

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Command Control Systems Operations

1C0X2 Aviation Resource Management
A 50You meet it
Performs and manages a variety of activities in direct support of aviation, parachutist, and missile combat crew operations.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1C1X1 Air Traffic Control
G 55Short: G +5
Controls en route and terminal air traffic by use of visual, radar, and non-radar means. Supervises and manages air traffic control (ATC) facilities.
Specialty description, par. 3.5.1.1: Must earn a minimum score of 55 on the 2-factor model that includes ASVAB and Tailored Adaptive Personality Assessment System (TAPAS) scores; a minimum of 37 on the TAPAS Category 4 Dominance trait is mandatory.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1C3X1 Command & Control Operations
A 50 and G 50You meet it
Oversees and coordinates emergency action procedures, operational reporting, mission management, crisis management, and threat detection across all echelons of command.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1C5X1 Battle Management Operations
G 55Short: G +5
Oversees and coordinates dynamic high-stakes military operations across various domains which include air, space, land, and sea.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1C6X1 Space Systems Operations
E 60Short: E +10
Manages or performs duties to develop, sustain, and enhance space capabilities to defend national interests from attack and to create effects in the space domain to achieve Service, Combatant Command, and national objectives.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1C7X1 Airfield Management
G 50You meet it
Manages airfield operations, coordinates with civil engineering, safety, air traffic control and various other base agencies to ensure safe aircraft operations within the airfield environment and through the national and international airspace systems.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1C8X3 Radar, Airfield & Weather Systems (RAWS)
M 50 and E 65Short: E +15
Performs full-spectrum communications-electronics maintenance.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)

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Warfighter Communications (1 of 2)

1D7X1 Information Technology (IT) Systems
E 60Short: E +10
IT Systems personnel can perform three primary work roles: Technical Support, Systems Administrator, and Network Operations.
Alternate cutoff table: E:60 OR E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60
1D7X1Z: M:45, E:60 and EDPT:57; OR M:55, E:55, Cyber-Test*: 60 and EDPT:57
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1D7X1A Information Technology (IT) Systems — Network Operations
E 60Short: E +10
IT Systems personnel can perform three primary work roles: Technical Support, Systems Administrator, and Network Operations.
Alternate cutoff table: E:60 OR E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1D7X1B Information Technology (IT) Systems — Systems Administration
E 60Short: E +10
IT Systems personnel can perform three primary work roles: Technical Support, Systems Administrator, and Network Operations.
Alternate cutoff table: E:60 OR E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1D7X2F Radio Frequency Transmissions and Electromagnetic Activities (EMA) — Spectrum Operations
M 45 and E 60Short: E +10
Radio Frequency (RF) Transmissions and Electromagnetic Activities (EMA) involve the use of electromagnetic energy to support a wide range of military and civilian operations.
Alternate cutoff table: M45 and E:60 OR M:45, E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60 (Attachment 4 cells: M 45, E 60)
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1D7X2R Radio Frequency Transmissions and Electromagnetic Activities (EMA) — RF Transmissions
M 45 and E 60Short: E +10
Radio Frequency (RF) Transmissions and Electromagnetic Activities (EMA) involve the use of electromagnetic energy to support a wide range of military and civilian operations.
Alternate cutoff table: M45 and E:60 OR M:45, E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60 (Attachment 4 cells: M 45, E 60)
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1D7X3 Cable and Antenna
M 45 and E 60Short: E +10
Provides command and control (C2) capabilities through installation, maintenance, fault isolation, and reconstitution of fixed cable and wireless distribution systems, local area networks (LAN), and wide area networks (WAN) in support of tactical and strategic operations.
Alternate cutoff table: M45 and E:60 OR M:45, E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60 (Attachment 4 cells: M 45, E 60)
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code L (80 lbs)
1D7X4 Data Engineering
E 60Short: E +10
Data engineering personnel can perform three primary work roles: Knowledge Management, Data Operations and Software Engineer in support of mission requirements.
Alternate cutoff table: Standard, Cyber-Test, or EDPT: M:45, E:60 and EDPT:57; OR M:55, Cyber-Test*:60 and EDPT:57
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1D7X4D Data Engineering — Data Operations
E 60Short: E +10
Data engineering personnel can perform three primary work roles: Knowledge Management, Data Operations and Software Engineer in support of mission requirements.
Alternate cutoff table: E:60 OR E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)

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Warfighter Communications (2 of 2)

1D7X4P Data Engineering — Software Engineering
E 60Short: E +10
Data engineering personnel can perform three primary work roles: Knowledge Management, Data Operations and Software Engineer in support of mission requirements.
Alternate cutoff table: E:60 and EDPT:57; OR E:55, Cyber-Test*: 60 and EDPT:57
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1D7X5 Cybersecurity
E 60Short: E +10
Cybersecurity secures, defends, and preserves data, network, net-centric capabilities, and other designated systems by ensuring appropriate security controls and measures are in place, and taking internal security actions to protect DoDIN systems to execute DAF operations.
Alternate cutoff table: E:60 OR E:55 and Cyber-Test*:60
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)

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Aerospace Physiology

1H0X1 Aerospace Physiology
G 50You meet it
Manages physiological functions and activities. Performs in-flight duties as a Non-Career Enlisted Aviator (non- CEA).
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code J (60 lbs)

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Intelligence (1 of 2)

1N0X1 All Source Intelligence
G 55Short: G +5
Performs/manages intelligence activities/functions including discovering, developing, evaluating, and providing intelligence information.
Alternate cutoff table: Must obtain minimum score of 26 on Predictive Success Model (PSM) and G:53 OR standalone of G:55 (Attachment 4 cells: G G53/G55*)
Specialty description, par. 3.5.1.2: A minimum score of G53 and PSM 26 on the 1N0X1 TAPAS/ASVAB predictive success model (PSM), or a standalone score of G55.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1N1X1A Geospatial Intelligence — Imagery Analyst
M 64Short: M +14
Manages, supervises, and performs intelligence activities and functions including analysis, integration, and fusion of multi-source geospatial data and intelligence to support warfighting operations and other intelligence activities that achieve the commander’s objectives.
Alternate cutoff table: Must obtain minimum score of 50 on Predictive Success Model or M: 64 (Attachment 4 cells: M 64, G 50)
Specialty description, par. 3.5.1.2: A minimum score of PSM 50 on the 1N1X1A TAPAS/ASVAB predictive success model (PSM), or a standalone score of M64.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1N2X1A Signals Intelligence Analyst — Electronic Non-Communications Analyst
A 64Short: A +14
Acquires, processes, identifies, analyzes, and reports on electromagnetic emissions. Operates electronic equipment and computer systems to exploit signals intelligence production efforts.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1N2X1C Signals Intelligence Analyst — Signals Analyst
A 68 or G 67Short: A +18
Acquires, processes, identifies, analyzes, and reports on electromagnetic emissions. Operates electronic equipment and computer systems to exploit signals intelligence production efforts.
Alternate cutoff table: A:68 or A:64 and Cyber-Test*60; OR G: 67 or G:63 and Cyber-Test* 60 (Attachment 4 cells: A 68/64*, G 67/63*)
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1N3X1 Cryptologic Language Analyst
—No MAGE minimum
Employs foreign language skills to collect, transcribe, translate, analyze, and report intelligence information.
Alternate cutoff table: Must Obtain minimum score of 75 on Predictive Success Model (PSM)
Specialty description, par. 3.5.1.2: Must obtain a minimum score of 75 on the Predictive Success Model (PSM), or demonstrated proficiency in a DoD-trained acquisition language with an L2/R2 or better on the DLPT or OPI equivalent.
Covers every shredout of the specialty · Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1N4X1A Cyber Intelligence Analyst — Analyst
G 62Short: G +12
Responsible for discovering and analyzing computer network data, recognizing and assessing usable intelligence from a variety of sources, and influencing offensive and defensive cyber operations.
Alternate cutoff table: Must obtain a minimum score of 46 on Predictive Success Model (PSM) and G:62 or G:57 and Cyber-Test* 60
Specialty description, par. 3.5.1.2: A minimum score of 46 on the 1N4X1A TAPAS/ASVAB predictive success model (PSM), or a minimum of G:57 on the ASVAB in addition to a minimum of 60 on the Cyber Test. If PSM and Cyber Test score is unavailable, G:62 may be used as an alternative qualification standard.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1N4X2 Cryptologic Analyst & Reporter
G 62Short: G +12
Performs and manages cryptologic intelligence analysis activities and functions in all domains.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)
1N7X1 Human Intelligence Specialist
G 65Short: G +15
Retrain-In Only. Perform human intelligence (HUMINT) operations – from source development and operations to debriefing and mission analysis – in support of multi-domain operations across all phases of conflict and at every echelon.
Alternate cutoff table: Must obtain minimum score of 44 on Predictive Success Model (PSM) and G: 62 or G: 65 (Attachment 4 cells: G 62/65*)
Specialty description, par. 3.4.10: A minimum score of 65 in General on the ASVAB, or a minimum score of 62 in General plus a minimum score of 44 on the 1N7X1 TAPAS/ASVAB predictive success model (PSM).
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)

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Intelligence (2 of 2)

1N8X1 Targeting Analyst
G 67Short: G +17
Manages, supervises, and performs targeting intelligence and targeting operations to enable an effects-based approach to operations.
Alternate cutoff table: Must obtain minimum score of 63 on Predictive Success Model (PSM) OR G: 67
Specialty description, par. 3.5.1.2: A minimum score of 63 on the 1N8X1 TAPAS/ASVAB predictive success model (PSM); if a PSM score is unavailable, G:67 may be used as an alternative qualification standard.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code G (40 lbs)

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Aircrew Flight Equipment

1P0X1 Aircrew Flight Equipment
M 40You meet it
Directly supports aircraft generation, sortie production, and enables aircrew and special warfare operator performance through aircrew flight equipment and life- sustaining assets.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code K (70 lbs)

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Safety

1S0X1 Safety
A 57Short: A +7
Manages and conducts safety programs. Plans, organizes, directs, and controls safety activities.
Strength code G (40 lbs)

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Aircrew Protection

1T0X1 Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape (SERE) Specialist
G 55Short: G +5
Experts in Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape (SERE) in support of personnel recovery (PR).
Specialty description, par. 3.4.1.2: Must score a 55 or higher on the SERE 2-Factor Selection Model.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code K (70 lbs)

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Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA)

1U1X1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Pilot
G 64 or E 54Short: G +14
Operates specialized mission aircraft and commands flight crews to accomplish reconnaissance, surveillance, and other missions.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code K (70 lbs)

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Weather

1W0X1 Weather
G 66 and E 50Short: G +16
Performs and manages the collection, analysis, and forecast of atmospheric weather and space environmental, including sea state, conditions to enable decision superiority and application of land, air, space, and cyberspace power across the full spectrum of military operations.
Not open to non-U.S. citizens · Strength code J (60 lbs)

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