Exams wouldn't just be on paper, obviously they'd test a variety of skills as are tested in the Imperial Military Commissioning Exams... These include written and practical elements.

Planetary Militaries are already Auxilliaries to the Imperial Military as of the passing of the Capital Ships Act. This act simply assures they are equipped with suitable training to allow efficient cooperation with the Regular Military.

I see no reason to compromise on this legislation and so allow standards to slip.

Anyone whom is considered a failure be dropped from the course all together. Money cannot be wasted on those that do not have a driving passion for their rank and respective courses. It is also an embarrassment not only to the individual, but to his family and friends as well to allow him to keep attempting and wasting time and money. I would suggest that an alternate selection be open to the individual.