Read more about the application process for the 2026 NSW Government Graduate Program in our comprehensive guide with tips for applicants.
There are six stages to our application
process.
- Stage 1: Online application
- Stage 2: Ability assessment (Raven’s Advanced Progressive Matrices)
- Stage 3: Individual task and Hogan Personality Inventory
- Stage 4: Assessment Centres
- Stage 5: Successful candidate pool, and pre-employment checks
- Stage 6: Offers
We want our graduate cohorts to reflect the diversity of the community we serve. Our workplaces are culturally safe and inclusive. Aboriginal people, people with disability or neurodivergence, and people from all backgrounds are supported, respected, valued, and empowered to deliver for the state of NSW.
We have extra information for candidates who might like to request an adjustment to our application process.
You may request an adjustment at any stage to support you through the application and recruitment process. Each request will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Information for Aboriginal graduates
Read about further information to assist you throughout the recruitment process.
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Information about adjustments throughout the recruitment process and how we can support you.
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