AFPSAT General Information: PH History, Geography, AFP Knowledge
AFPSAT General Information: PH History, Geography, AFP Knowledge
AFPSAT General Information is the subtest where preparation moves scores most directly. Unlike the other four subtests (which require skill development), General Information is largely memorisation against a finite scope.
This post is the topic-by-topic plan that the AFPSAT 2026 pillar guide hands off to.
What AFP actually asks
Approximate item distribution:
| Topic block | Approx. items |
|---|---|
| Philippine history | 12 |
| Philippine geography | 8 |
| 1987 Constitution basics | 6 |
| Current events | 8 |
| AFP knowledge (structure, ranks, history) | 7 |
| World geography + history | 4 |
Philippine history
Drill list:
- Pre-colonial: barangay system, baybayin, datus
- Spanish colonial: Magellan (1521), Legazpi (1565), Galleon trade, encomienda
- Philippine Revolution: KKK (1892), Pact of Biak-na-Bato (1897), Independence (June 12, 1898)
- American era: Treaty of Paris (1898), Philippine-American War, Tydings-McDuffie (1934)
- Commonwealth era (Quezon, Osmeña)
- WWII and Japanese occupation (1942-1945) — significant AFPSAT focus on AFP-relevant battles
- Post-independence presidential administrations
- Martial Law era and EDSA Revolution
- Post-EDSA reforms
For each era: know the key dates and major figures. AFP-specific history (USAFFE, Bataan Death March, AFP founding, Philippine Scouts) gets disproportionate attention.
Philippine geography
- Three island groups (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao)
- Major regions and their key cities
- Major mountain ranges, rivers, lakes
- Major bays and gulfs
- Population centres
- Strategic geography (sea lanes, AFP-relevant locations)
1987 Constitution basics
Focus on:
- Article II (Declaration of Principles, especially civilian authority over military)
- Article III (Bill of Rights)
- Article XVI (General Provisions on AFP)
AFPSAT items often reference Article XVI provisions on the AFP's role and structure.
Current events
The hardest block to drill specifically. Practical approach:
- Read one major Philippine news source for 2-3 months before the test
- Track major military events (West PHL Sea, AFP modernisation)
- Track major appointments (AFP Chief of Staff, DND Secretary)
AFP knowledge
The AFPSAT-specific block. Drill:
- AFP structure (Army, Navy, Air Force, plus AFP HQ)
- Ranks: enlisted (Pvt, Cpl, Sgt, etc.) + officer (2Lt, 1Lt, Capt, Maj, LtCol, Col, BGen, MGen, LtGen, Gen)
- AFP service academies (PMA Baguio, NDCP, AFPCGSC)
- AFP missions and roles
- Major AFP history (founding date, key battles, modernisation programmes)
- ROTC and reservist programme structure
- Code of Conduct for AFP personnel
World geography + history
Light coverage. Drill:
- Continents, major countries
- World wars at survey level
- Major international organisations (UN, ASEAN, NATO)
- Famous historical figures (Lincoln, Churchill, Gandhi, etc.)
A 3-week General Information drilling plan
| Week | Focus | Volume target |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philippine history (full timeline) + geography | 80 items |
| 2 | Constitution + AFP knowledge | 60 items |
| 3 | Current events + world geography + mock | 1 mock + 40 items |
Realistic General Information scores
| Diagnostic baseline | Realistic test-day score |
|---|---|
| 40% | 65% |
| 55% | 78% |
| 65% | 85% |
The preparation delta is largest on this subtest because the scope is finite.
Where Super Tutor fits
Super Tutor's AFPSAT track covers General Information with item drilling. Free tier opens PH history; the Focused plan (₱49/week, ₱249/month, ₱1,999/year) opens AFP knowledge + Constitution + mocks.
What to read next
The AFPSAT 2026 pillar guide covers the full review. Other sub-test plans: Verbal, Numerical, Logical Reasoning, Spatial.
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