Welcome PSAT Practice Exam – PSAT Practice Test!
🎓 PSAT Practice Exam – Your First Step Toward College Success
The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a key exam for high school students preparing for the SAT and aiming for scholarship opportunities. Taken in 10th or 11th grade, the PSAT helps you assess your academic readiness and qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Our free PSAT practice tests are designed to mirror the real exam and help you build the skills, confidence, and test-taking strategies needed to succeed.
SAT Math
SAT Writing
SAT Reading
✅ What You Get with Our PSAT Practice Tests
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Full-length PSAT simulations – Practice under real exam conditions
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Covers all tested areas – Reading, Writing & Language, and Math
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Mobile & desktop access – Study anytime, anywhere
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Unlimited practice – Retake tests as many times as needed
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Instant feedback – Review correct answers and explanations
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Track your progress – Monitor your scores and improvement
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100% free – No sign-ups, no fees, no catch
📘 What Does the PSAT Test Include?
The PSAT tests skills across three main sections:
🔹 Reading
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Text-based questions from literature, science, history, and social studies
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Focus on comprehension, interpretation, and vocabulary in context
🔹 Writing & Language
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Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure
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Improving clarity, word usage, and logical flow
🔹 Math
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Algebra, data analysis, problem-solving, and basic geometry
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Includes both calculator and non-calculator portions
📝 PSAT Test Format
| Section | Time | Questions |
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| Reading | 60 minutes | 47 |
| Writing & Language | 35 minutes | 44 |
| Math (No Calculator) | 25 minutes | 17 |
| Math (Calculator) | 45 minutes | 31 |
| Total | 2 hrs 45 min | 139 |
❓ PSAT FAQs
1. Why take the PSAT?
It prepares you for the SAT and qualifies eligible juniors for National Merit Scholarships.
2. When should I take it?
Most students take the PSAT in 10th or 11th grade, with juniors qualifying for scholarship consideration.
3. How is it scored?
Each section is scored from 160 to 760, for a combined score between 320–1520.
4. Does the PSAT include an essay?
No, there’s no essay on the PSAT.
5. Is the PSAT harder than the SAT?
No, the PSAT is slightly easier and shorter than the SAT.
6. How do I register?
Register through your high school, not online. Speak to a school counselor for details.
7. How much does it cost?
The fee is around $18, but many schools cover the cost. Fee waivers may be available.
8. How should I prepare?
Practice regularly with timed quizzes, review grammar and math basics, and simulate the real exam for pacing.