Healthcare

NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure

← Browse exams
Certification

NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure

National Council Licensure Examination — RN

20-question mock95 min66% pass markUnited States

Single questions with instant feedback — no timer, learn as you go.

See official guidance ↓
Start here · Official guidance

From practice to the real exam

01
Complete nursing program
Graduate from a state-approved RN program (ADN or BSN).
02
Apply for licensure
Apply to the state Board of Nursing where you want to practice.
03
Register with NCSBN
Register for NCLEX-RN at nclex.com. $200 USD plus state fees.
04
Receive ATT
Authorization to Test arrives by email. Schedule within the validity window.
05
Take the exam
Computer-adaptive: 75-145 questions, up to 5 hours. Uses the Next Generation NCLEX format.
Official resources
Heads up: Links open in a new tab and go to government / awarding-body sites. AceMark is not affiliated — always verify deadlines and fees on the official page.
Exam blueprint

What this exam covers

5 topics · drawn across your practice and mock
01Physiological integrity
32%7 questions
02Pharmacology
23%5 questions
03Safe & effective care
18%4 questions
04Health promotion
14%3 questions
05Psychosocial integrity
14%3 questions
Your study path
Master this exam, topic by topic
Drill one topic at a time. After each session you'll see where you went wrong and can retake until you've got it.
Questions per session
View full mastery board →
Related Healthcare examsUSMLE Step 1NCLEX-PNCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Browse all exams →

Frequently asked questions

Is the NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure practice test free?

Yes. The core NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure practice on AceMark is free to start — no credit card needed. Sign in (takes 10 seconds) if you'd like to track your progress, save attempts, and unlock the Mentor. Otherwise, browse and explore questions without an account.

How many questions are in the NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure quiz?

Each NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure attempt draws 20 questions and runs for about 300 minutes under realistic timed conditions.

Can I retake the NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure test, and are the questions randomised?

Yes. Every attempt pulls a fresh, randomised set of questions, so you can't memorise your way through — you retake it until you genuinely know the material.

What score do I need to pass the NCLEX-RN — Registered Nurse Licensure?

The pass mark used in this simulation is 66%. AceMark scores every attempt instantly and shows which topics to review.