※ In particular, PSAT/NMSQT scores are used as a criterion to determine eligibility for the National Merit Scholarship Program scholarship selection.
The test is administered over a total testing time of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes) and consists of two sections: Reading and Writing (64 minutes) and Math (70 minutes).
Testing time: 64 minutes (two modules of 32 minutes each)
Number of questions: 54 questions
Assessment areas:
Testing time: 70 minutes (two modules of 35 minutes each)
Number of questions: 44 questions
Assessment areas:
Candidates must take each of the following exams—PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, and PSAT 8/9—only once. If a candidate takes the same PSAT exam more than once, the score will be cancelled.
PSAT/NMSQT
PSAT 10
PSAT 8/9
Before test day, make sure you’re familiar with test day rules and procedures. Find out what’s staying the same and what’s changing for digital PSAT administrations.
Before the test, Digital PSAT test takers must install and prepare the Bluebook™ application on the device they will use on test day. Please use the PSAT Practice Tests to become familiar with the testing environment.
Device Preparation
Device specifications and installation instructions vary depending on the device type and the test. Please ensure that the device you plan to use on the test day meets the required specifications.
Bluebook Test Application
Bluebook must be installed before the test day. It is supported on devices such as Mac, Windows, and iPads.
For information and inquiries regarding PSAT score release dates and score usage, please refer to the links below.