NMC CBT Mock Test 115 Questions
Take a free NMC CBT mock test with 115 original nursing practice questions. Work through 15 nursing numeracy and 100 clinical scenarios, follow your progress and review detailed answers and topic performance.
Independent educational practice, not an official or endorsed NMC examination. Numeracy questions use multiple-choice answers, unlike official Part A.
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About this free NMC CBT practice test
Use this online CBT revision quiz to practise choosing the safest nursing action in common clinical situations. The 115 original questions combine clinical knowledge, professional responsibilities, patient safety, medicines management and calculation-style multiple-choice items. A detailed answer review helps identify topics that may need further study.
The official NMC nursing CBT is divided into Part A: Numeracy (15 short-answer items) and Part B: Clinical (100 multiple-choice items). This mock test matches the official question count but uses multiple-choice answers for numeracy instead of the official short-answer format. It is independent practice, not an official NMC CBT examination. Visit the NMC's official CBT guidance for the authoritative examination structure.
How to take the NMC CBT mock test
- Choose Exam Simulation to see explanations at the end, or Learning Mode to review as you go.
- Start the test, answer the first four questions and complete the enquiry form to unlock Question 5.
- Use the navigator to revisit answered questions, flag uncertain topics and track progress.
- Submit the test for your practice percentage, category breakdown and full question-by-question rationales.
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Frequently asked questions about the NMC CBT mock test
Is this NMC CBT mock test free?
Yes. You can start this 115-question nursing practice test at no charge. After the first four answered questions, you must submit the Medax enquiry form to unlock the rest of the test. No payment is required.
How many questions are in the official NMC CBT for nurses?
The official nursing CBT contains 115 questions: 15 numeracy questions in Part A and 100 clinical multiple-choice questions in Part B. The official test allows three hours in total. This 115-question practice quiz mirrors the official question count, but its numeracy items use multiple-choice options rather than constructed numerical answers.
Are these official NMC CBT examination questions?
No. These are independent, original practice questions provided by Medax Group for revision. They are not official, recalled or endorsed NMC or Pearson VUE examination questions.
Do I get answers and explanations for the CBT practice questions?
Yes. After submitting the mock test, you can review your answers, correct options, explanations and results by topic. Learning Mode also lets you check explanations during your attempt.
Can I take this NMC CBT mock test on a mobile phone?
Yes. The quiz is responsive on phones, tablets and desktops. It saves non-sensitive question progress within your current browser tab so you can continue your attempt there.
What should I revise after completing the CBT mock test?
Review incorrect answers, revisit medicines management, nursing numeracy, patient safety and professional standards as needed, and use trusted guidance and structured CBT preparation materials to strengthen weaker topics.