As of 13 April 2026, Marines schedule AFCT, DLPT, and DLAB tests through a new online tool in the Navy College Management Information System (NCMIS), not by calling the education center. The old way still works, but it is no longer the recommended approach. The new tool shows real-time availability across the entire Marine Corps, so you can see open slots without going back and forth with an office.
Heads up: Starting 13 April 2026, use the NCMIS scheduling tool at
https://myeducation.netc.navy.milto book your AFCT, DLPT, or DLAB. The education center route still works but is no longer preferred.
Who it affects
All Marines in the Fleet Marine Force who need to schedule an AFCT, DLPT, or DLAB. That includes SMCR and IMA Marines who need classification or language testing. If you have a test coming up, this changes how you book it.
What you need to do
- Go to
https://myeducation.netc.navy.miland submit your scheduling request through the NCMIS tool. - Do not skip the appointment. A no-show triggers a notification to your command's senior enlisted advisor. Further no-show policy will be published in a forthcoming testing Marine Corps Order.
- For policy background and additional info, visit
https://www.manpower.marines.mil/Divisions/Plans-and-Policies/Manpower-Plans-and-Policy/Manpower-Analysis-MPA/Test-Control/. - Questions go to MPA at
smb_manpower_msab_testing@usmc.mil.
Key dates
- 13 April 2026: NCMIS scheduling tool is effective and preferred for all test scheduling requests.
The official version
MARADMIN 171/26 is the source. It references MCO 1230.5C (Classification Testing) as the governing order. Additional test policy will be published in a forthcoming testing Marine Corps Order (not yet released as of this writing).
This is written by a reservist, for reservists. It is not an official publication of HQMC or MARFORRES. Always verify guidance with your command or unit S-1 before acting on any article or summary.