2 formula options listed.
Navy rating guide
NF Nuclear Power Program ASVAB score requirements
Score target and study focus for Navy NF.
NF
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Nuclear Power Program
ASVAB score targetNFa: VE+AR+MK+MC 252+ or AR+MK+EI+GS 252+; both lines 235+ or 1 more
Selective nuclear-field path for reactor, electrical, mechanical, and electronics training.
Good fit if you want a technical path with strict procedures and a strong systems mindset.
Power generation, electronics, mechanical systems, nuclear operations, logistics, and submarine support roles.
Study first
Focus these areas
Word KnowledgeParagraph ComprehensionArithmetic ReasoningMath KnowledgeMechanical ComprehensionElectronics InformationGeneral Science
- Start with word knowledge, paragraph comprehension, arithmetic reasoning, math knowledge; those subjects show up directly in the listed Navy formula options.
- Keep AFQT fundamentals steady too: arithmetic reasoning, math knowledge, word knowledge, and paragraph comprehension.
Daily work
What you may do
- Support submarine, nuclear, electronics, logistics, or technical systems in a highly procedural environment.
- Work with exact standards, watchstanding, technical manuals, and close team coordination.
NF Navy rating FAQ
Common Nuclear Power Program ASVAB questions
What ASVAB score do you need for Navy NF Nuclear Power Program?
NFa: VE+AR+MK+MC 252+ or AR+MK+EI+GS 252+; both lines 235+ or NFb/NAPT: one line+NAPT 290+, both lines 225+, and NAPT 50+ 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 NF Nuclear Power Program do?
Selective nuclear-field path for reactor, electrical, mechanical, and electronics training.
Which ASVAB sections should I study for NF?
Start with the subjects behind the listed formula options: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Mechanical Comprehension, Electronics Information, General Science. If your AFQT is not stable yet, keep Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Word Knowledge, and Paragraph Comprehension in the plan too.
Is NF 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: NFa: VE+AR+MK+MC 252+ or AR+MK+EI+GS 252+; both lines 235+ or NFb/NAPT: one line+NAPT 290+, both lines 225+, and NAPT 50+. 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.