Navy rating guide

ND Navy Diver ASVAB score requirements

Score target and study focus for Navy ND.

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Navy Diver

In demand
ASVAB score targetAR+VE 105+ and MC 51+ or 2 more

Performs underwater repair, salvage, search, recovery, and diving operations.

ScoreAR+VE 105+ and MC 51+ or 2 more

3 formula options listed.

FitSpecial Warfare

Good fit if you are prepared for a selective path that combines academic, physical, and screening standards.

TransferCivilian path

Emergency response, diving, maritime operations, explosive safety, security, and specialized public-service roles.

Daily work

What you may do

  • Train for selective missions that combine technical requirements with physical screening.
  • Use discipline, teamwork, mission focus, and procedure under demanding conditions.
ND Navy rating FAQ

Common Navy Diver ASVAB questions

What ASVAB score do you need for Navy ND Navy Diver?
AR+VE 105+ and MC 51+ or AR+2MK+GS 210+ and MC 51+ or GS+MC+EI 157+ and AR+MK 100+ is the planning target shown on this MeritMarch guide. Treat it as study guidance, not a contract promise, because Navy rating access, openings, waivers, medical qualification, and recruiter guidance can change.
What does a Navy ND Navy Diver do?
Performs underwater repair, salvage, search, recovery, and diving operations.
Which ASVAB sections should I study for ND?
Start with the subjects behind the listed formula options: Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mechanical Comprehension, Math Knowledge, General Science, Electronics Information. If your AFQT is not stable yet, keep Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Word Knowledge, and Paragraph Comprehension in the plan too.
Is ND guaranteed if I meet the score target?
No. ASVAB scores are only part of Navy rating access. Current openings, medical standards, citizenship, security screening, education rules, waivers, and Navy needs can all affect whether a rating is available.
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Formula target shown on this page: AR+VE 105+ and MC 51+ or AR+2MK+GS 210+ and MC 51+ or GS+MC+EI 157+ and AR+MK 100+. Current Navy rating access still depends on Navy policy, openings, medical qualification, background screening, waivers, citizenship, and recruiter guidance.

Sources reviewed May 9, 2026: Navy careers, Official ASVAB military-jobs composites, NavyCS rating ASVAB score table, NavyCS Nuclear Power Test reference.