About the PSAT/NMSQT
The PSAT/NMSQT mirrors the digital SAT's format and is the gateway to National Merit recognition for juniors.
High-school testing · International · College Board
PSAT/NMSQT Mock Tests, Syllabus & Complete Exam Guide
PSAT/NMSQT — Preliminary SAT / National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Practise 20 full-length mock tests on the official pattern, drill every topic, and get the eligibility, syllabus, cut-off, rank and college details you need — all in one place.
PSAT/NMSQT at a glance
- Test length
- 2 hours 14 minutes
- Questions
- Reading & Writing 54 · Math 44
- Score scale
- 320–1520
- Mocks here
- 20 full tests, no repeats
ModeDigital, multistage adaptive (Bluebook app)
FrequencyOnce a year, in October (schools choose a date)
LanguagesEnglish
By the ExamguruX Editorial TeamReviewed for pattern accuracy against College BoardLast updated 13 October 2026
PSAT/NMSQT full-length mock tests
Attempt 20 full-length PSAT/NMSQT mock tests built on the official 98-question pattern. The first mock is free — every test comes with instant results and a step-by-step solution for each question.
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 01
Free98 Qs · 98 marks134 minEasy
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 02
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minModerate
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 03
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minHard
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 04
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minEasy
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 05
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minModerate
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 06
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minHard
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 07
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minEasy
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 08
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minModerate
PSAT/NMSQT Full Mock Test 09
98 Qs · 98 marks134 minHard
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- Every full-length mock test
- All topic-wise tests, every subject
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- Step-by-step solution for every question
- Indicative marks-to-rank & cut-offs
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PSAT/NMSQT topic-wise tests & syllabus
196 topic tests across 2 subjects — a focused set of 15 tests for every topic in the PSAT/NMSQT syllabus, tagged with approximate exam weightage so you practise where the marks are.
196 topic-wise tests · 15 per topic across 2 subjects. Pick a subject, expand a topic, and start drilling.
Words in Context — Test 01
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 02
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 03
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Words in Context — Test 04
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 05
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 06
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Words in Context — Test 07
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 08
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 09
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Words in Context — Test 10
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 11
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 12
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Words in Context — Test 13
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 14
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 15
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Words in Context — Test 16
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 17
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 18
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Words in Context — Test 19
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 20
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 21
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Words in Context — Test 22
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Words in Context — Test 23
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Words in Context — Test 24
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
PSAT/NMSQT sample questions
A few real PSAT/NMSQT questions with answers and step-by-step solutions, in the exact style of the full mock tests.
Reading and WritingSample 1
Which word best completes the text? "An ___ negotiator, she secured a deal that satisfied both companies."
- A.sanguine
- B.diffident
- C.adroit
- D.meticulous
Solution: "adroit" means skilful and clever, which is exactly what the context describes.
MathSample 2
What value of x satisfies 6x + 7 = 4x − 7?
- A.0
- B.-7
- C.-1
- D.-3
Solution: Collect x terms: 2x = -7 − (7) = -14, so x = -7.
About the PSAT/NMSQT exam
SAT practice for high-school students and, in grade 11, the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
How these mocks help
Twenty full mocks on the official 54 + 44 split, with a separate question pool from our SAT mocks so you can practise both without overlap.
PSAT/NMSQT eligibility & exam pattern
Check whether you meet the PSAT/NMSQT eligibility criteria and understand exactly how the paper is structured and marked before you plan your preparation.
Eligibility criteria
- Who takes it
- Students in grades 10–11, registered through their school.
- National Merit
- Grade 11 scores (for eligible US students) are used to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Exam pattern & marking
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reading and WritingTwo modules of 27 questions, 32 minutes each | 54 | 160–760 |
| MathTwo modules of 22 questions, 35 minutes each; calculator allowed throughout | 44 | 160–760 |
| Total | 98 | 1520 |
The PSAT/NMSQT has the same structure as the Digital SAT — Reading and Writing (54 questions, 64 minutes) and Math (44 questions, 70 minutes), each in two adaptive modules — but is scored 320–1520 and is pitched slightly below the SAT. These mocks follow the 54 + 44 split in 134 minutes. Verbal practice here is sentence-level — text completion, vocabulary in context, grammar, transitions and logic — rather than long reading passages, which are not yet included.
Duration: 2 hours 14 minutes.
How to prepare for PSAT/NMSQT
A proven, focused PSAT/NMSQT preparation method — from building strong fundamentals to peaking with full-length mocks.
- 1
Algebra and Advanced Math first
They make up about 70% of the Math section.
- 2
Learn the conventions rules
Boundaries, subject–verb agreement, pronoun case and verb tense are fast, learnable points.
- 3
Answer everything
There is no penalty for guessing.
PSAT/NMSQT scores explained
Each section is scored 160–760 for a total of 320–1520. The National Merit Selection Index uses section scores.
PSAT/NMSQT marks vs. rank
| Score range | Score | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 1400+ | Total | Strong; may reach National Merit consideration depending on state |
| 320–1520 | Range | Two sections of 160–760 |
Scores at a glance
Reading and Writing160–760
Indicative marks: Section score
Math160–760
Indicative marks: Section score
Pattern follows College Board's published PSAT/NMSQT format. Confirm dates and National Merit rules on collegeboard.org and nationalmerit.org.
What PSAT/NMSQT scores are used for
Scores help predict SAT performance and, for juniors, determine National Merit Scholarship eligibility.
| Use | Where | Notes | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Merit Scholarship Program | USA | Grade 11 qualifying test | State-specific Selection Index cut-offs |
A representative set of institutes that admit through PSAT/NMSQT. Many more programmes participate in the counselling process.
PSAT/NMSQT important dates
The typical PSAT/NMSQT timeline, from notification to counselling. Dates are tentative until the official notification is released.
Test window
October each year, through schools
Scores
Released to students later in the autumn
PSAT/NMSQT — frequently asked questions
Quick, reliable answers to the questions PSAT/NMSQT aspirants ask most.
Is the PSAT/NMSQT harder than the SAT?
No — it has the same format but is pitched slightly lower and scored 320–1520.
Can I use these mocks for SAT practice too?
Yes. The format is identical, and our SAT and PSAT mocks use separate question pools.
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