{"id":85967,"date":"2026-10-23T08:28:14","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T08:28:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=85967"},"modified":"2026-10-23T08:28:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T08:28:15","slug":"nmc-cbt-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"NMC CBT Exam 2026: Fee, Format, Pass Mark, and Booking Guide for Indian Nurses"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 8<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"quick-read-box\">\n\n  <div class=\"qr-header\">\n    <span style=\"font-size:18px;\">\u26a1<\/span>\n    <h3 class=\"qr-title\">Quick Read<\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li>NMC CBT exam fee is Rs. 10,540 (\u00a383) for both parts, paid directly to Pearson VUE.<\/li>\n\n    <li>The NMC CBT exam has no fixed national date; you book it whenever a slot suits you.<\/li>\n\n    <li>Indian nurses can sit the NMC CBT exam at Pearson VUE centres across major cities.<\/li>\n\n    <li>You get three attempts at the NMC CBT exam within a one-year window.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <div class=\"qr-footer\">\n    \ud83d\udc49 <strong>Best for: <\/strong> Indian BSc\/GNM nursing graduates and registered nurses applying for NMC registration in the UK.\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/#How_to_Book_the_NMC_CBT_Exam\" title=\"How to Book the NMC CBT Exam\">How to Book the NMC CBT Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/#NMC_CBT_Exam_Centres_in_India\" title=\"NMC CBT Exam Centres in India\">NMC CBT Exam Centres in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/#NMC_CBT_Passing_Score\" title=\"NMC CBT Passing Score\">NMC CBT Passing Score<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/#NMC_CBT_Exam_Syllabus_and_Preparation\" title=\"NMC CBT Exam Syllabus and Preparation\">NMC CBT Exam Syllabus and Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/#Is_There_a_Fixed_NMC_CBT_Exam_Date\" title=\"Is There a Fixed NMC CBT Exam Date?\">Is There a Fixed NMC CBT Exam Date?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/#What_Happens_After_You_Pass_the_NMC_CBT_Exam\" title=\"What Happens After You Pass the NMC CBT Exam\">What Happens After You Pass the NMC CBT Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nmc-cbt-exam\/#3_Takeaways_on_NMC_CBT_Exam\" title=\"3 Takeaways on NMC CBT Exam\">3 Takeaways on NMC CBT Exam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-b57b506\" id=\"what-is-the-nmc-cbt-exam\" data-block-id=\"b57b506\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">What Is the NMC CBT Exam<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nmc.org.uk\/registration\/joining-the-register\/toc\/toc-nursing-and-midwifery\/cbt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The NMC CBT exam<\/a> is the first of two tests that overseas nurses and midwives must pass to join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nmc.org.uk\/registration\/search-the-register\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UK&#8217;s Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register<\/a>. CBT stands for Computer Based Test. It checks whether you have the clinical knowledge and numeracy skills needed to practice safely in the UK before you move on to the practical OSCE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you trained as a nurse or midwife in India and want to work in the UK, this exam is one of the compulsory steps in your registration, alongside an accepted English test (<a href=\"https:\/\/oet.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OET<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/ielts\/practice-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IELTS<\/a>) and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osce.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OSCE<\/a>. You cannot skip it, even if you already have years of clinical experience in India. The NMC CBT exam for nurses and midwives applies equally, whether you are an adult nurse, a mental health nurse, or a midwife, though the exact module you book will differ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-5bccafc\" id=\"nmc-cbt-exam-format-and-structure\" data-block-id=\"5bccafc\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">NMC CBT Exam Format and Structure<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is delivered on a computer at a Pearson VUE test centre and has two parts, each scored separately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Part<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Part A<\/td><td>Numeracy<\/td><td>30 minutes<\/td><td>15<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Part B<\/td><td>Clinical<\/td><td>2 hours 30 minutes<\/td><td>100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That means you will answer about 115 multiple-choice questions in 3 hours. You can take Part A and Part B in the same sitting, and you will receive an independent result for each. If you fail just one part, you only need to resit that part, not the whole exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The clinical section (Part B) tests UK-specific nursing practice:<\/strong> the NMC Code, consent and confidentiality, safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, NEWS2 escalation, and UK medication administration procedures. This section is the part Indian nursing graduates often underestimate, because it leans on UK systems and legislation your Indian nursing course would not have covered in depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-5822afa\" id=\"eligibility-for-the-nmc-cbt-exam\" data-block-id=\"5822afa\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">Eligibility for the NMC CBT Exam<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Before you can book it, you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A nursing or midwifery qualification that NMC accepts as part of your initial application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A passing score in <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/oet-vs-ielts-similarities-difference-between-oet-and-ielts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OET or IELTS<\/a>, since NMC will not issue your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nclex.com\/register.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Authorization to Test (ATT)<\/a> until your English language requirement is cleared.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirmation from NMC that your qualification has passed its initial checks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once NMC sends the ATT, Pearson VUE lets you create an account and book your test slot. It\u2019s important to wait for the ATT to arrive before attempting to book, as your application needs to clear this stage first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Counselor insight:<\/em><\/strong> <em>A common mistake Indian applicants make is to assume they can rush OET and CBT preparation together in the final weeks. In practice, NMC will not release your ATT until your English test result is verified, so clearing OET or IELTS early gives you a longer, calmer runway to prepare for the CBT itself.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-53d6251\" id=\"nmc-cbt-exam-fee\" data-block-id=\"53d6251\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">NMC CBT Exam Fee<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NMC CBT exam fee is \u00a383 (approximately <strong>Rs. 10,540<\/strong>) for booking both Part A and Part B together through Pearson VUE. This is a combined booking fee, not a per-part charge, as long as you book both parts at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you need to resit only one part, the fee is lower:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Part A only:<\/strong> \u00a350 (approx. Rs. 6,350)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Part B only:<\/strong> \u00a370 (approx. Rs. 8,890)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Both parts again:<\/strong> \u00a383 (approx. Rs. 10,540)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The INR figures above use an exchange rate of \u00a31 = Rs. 127. This rate moves daily, so check the live GBP to INR rate before you make the payment, and carry a small buffer for currency fluctuation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This fee does not include your NMC application fee, OSCE fee (\u00a3794), or the final \u00a3153 registration fee you pay after passing both exams. Budget for the full sequence, not just the CBT, when planning your registration costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-e44bf49\" id=\"how-to-book-the-nmc-cbt-exam\" data-block-id=\"e44bf49\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Book_the_NMC_CBT_Exam\"><\/span>How to Book the NMC CBT Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete your NMC application and clear your English language requirement (OET or IELTS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wait for NMC to issue your Authorization to Test (ATT) to Pearson VUE.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create your Pearson VUE account once you receive the confirmation email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log in, select the exam code that matches your registration category (for example, RNA for Adult Nurse), and choose both modules for your first attempt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the fee and confirm your test centre and slot.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Double-check that you have selected the correct exam and module before paying. If you book the wrong category, NMC cannot accept that attempt toward your registration, and Pearson VUE will not refund the fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-b86cd2c\" id=\"nmc-cbt-exam-centres-in-india\" data-block-id=\"b86cd2c\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NMC_CBT_Exam_Centres_in_India\"><\/span>NMC CBT Exam Centres in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India is one of the top three countries by CBT volume worldwide, alongside Nigeria and the Philippines, according to NMC&#8217;s own test-centre tender documentation. Pearson VUE runs test centres in multiple Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, and other major centres depending on current availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exact centre locations change based on Pearson VUE&#8217;s network at any given time, so always confirm your nearest centre in your Pearson VUE account when you book, rather than relying on a list from a blog or forum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-0632ac2\" id=\"nmc-cbt-passing-score\" data-block-id=\"0632ac2\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NMC_CBT_Passing_Score\"><\/span>NMC CBT Passing Score<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part A and Part B do not share one pass mark. Part A&#8217;s (Numeracy) pass mark is fixed and published at 87 percent, meaning you need 13 of 15 questions correct, which is notably higher than most candidates expect given the section&#8217;s tight 30-minute limit. Part B&#8217;s (Clinical) pass mark is not fixed, it is standard-set after each sitting and varies by nursing field, typically estimated in the 60 to 70 percent range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will know your result for each part within 48 hours, visible in your Pearson VUE account and later reflected in your NMC application status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-0a31481\" id=\"nmc-cbt-exam-syllabus-and-preparation\" data-block-id=\"0a31481\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NMC_CBT_Exam_Syllabus_and_Preparation\"><\/span>NMC CBT Exam Syllabus and Preparation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exam syllabus for Part B spans four broad domains tied to the NMC Code: being an accountable professional, promoting health and preventing ill health, assessing and planning care, and leading and managing care. Part A tests nursing-relevant numeracy: drug calculations, fluid balance, and similar practical maths you would use on a ward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To prepare:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Study the NMC&#8217;s own Test of Competence handbook and sample questions first, since third-party mock tests vary widely in accuracy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus extra time on UK-specific content your Indian training did not cover directly, such as the Mental Capacity Act and NEWS2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice numeracy questions under timed conditions, since Part A&#8217;s 30-minute limit leaves little room to double-check calculations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use mock tests only as a confidence check once you have covered the syllabus, not as your primary study material.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-ce6d43e\" id=\"is-there-a-fixed-nmc-cbt-exam-date\" data-block-id=\"ce6d43e\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_There_a_Fixed_NMC_CBT_Exam_Date\"><\/span>Is There a Fixed NMC CBT Exam Date?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike entrance exams in India that run on a fixed national calendar, it does not have set annual sittings. Searches for &#8220;NMC CBT exam dates 2026&#8221; usually come from this exact confusion: there is no single national date to look up. Once your ATT is issued, you choose a slot based on Pearson VUE&#8217;s test centre availability near you, and you could, in theory, book and sit the exam within days, subject to seats being open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see a blog or forum post quoting specific exam dates for a given year, treat it with caution. The only dates that matter are the ones available in your Pearson VUE booking screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-0c98902\" id=\"what-happens-after-you-pass-the-nmc-cbt-exam\" data-block-id=\"0c98902\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_After_You_Pass_the_NMC_CBT_Exam\"><\/span>What Happens After You Pass the NMC CBT Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Passing this exam is one step in a longer process. After you clear it, you move on to the OSCE (the practical exam), and once you pass both, you pay the final registration fee to receive your NMC PIN and begin practicing in the UK. You can read the <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nursing-uk-eligibility-cost-top-colleges-admission-process\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">full UK nursing registration process<\/a> if you want to see where the CBT fits alongside the OSCE, visa, and documentation steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once registered, Indian nurses typically see a meaningful jump in pay compared to roles back home. If you are weighing whether the registration process is worth it financially, it helps to look at <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/nursing-salary-in-uk-overview-scope-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">what you can earn once registered<\/a> before you commit the time and fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-fd263ef\" id=\"3-takeaways-on-nmc-cbt-exam\" data-block-id=\"fd263ef\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Takeaways_on_NMC_CBT_Exam\"><\/span>3 Takeaways on NMC CBT Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Three things to act on before you book your NMC CBT exam:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clear your OET or IELTS first,<\/strong> since NMC will not issue your Authorization to Test until your English score is verified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget Rs. 10,540 (\u00a383) for the combined CBT fee,<\/strong> but check the live GBP to INR rate on the day you pay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t wait for a &#8220;fixed exam date&#8221;;<\/strong> book your slot as soon as your ATT and Pearson VUE accounts are ready.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Not sure how NMC CBT fits into your UK nursing registration timeline?<\/em> <em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/webflow_progressive_form?utm_source=Counselling_SEO&amp;utm_medium=Blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Talk to a LeapScholar counselor<\/a><\/u><\/em> <em>to map out your CBT, OSCE, and visa steps before you apply.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-21761ec\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions-about-nmc-cbt-exam\" data-block-id=\"21761ec\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">Frequently Asked Questions About NMC CBT Exam<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<ul class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740020999\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the NMC CBT exam for nursing?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It is the first of two tests (part of the NMC&#8217;s Test of Competence) that overseas-trained nurses and midwives must pass to register with the UK&#8217;s Nursing and Midwifery Council. It checks clinical knowledge and numeracy against UK practice standards, separately from the practical OSCE.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740050455\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">How much is the NMC CBT exam fee?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The combined fee for Part A and Part B is \u00a383, approximately Rs. 10,540 at \u00a31 = Rs. 127. Resitting only one part costs less: \u00a350 for Part A, \u00a370 for Part B.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740068105\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I book my NMC CBT exam?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p> You can book only after NMC issues your Authorization to Test. Once issued, create a Pearson VUE account, select the exam code matching your registration type, and pay the fee to confirm your slot and test centre.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740091783\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Are there NMC CBT exam centres in India?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Pearson VUE operates test centres in several major Indian cities, and India is among the top three countries globally for CBT candidate volume. Centre availability is relatively good as a result, though you should confirm your nearest one at the time of booking.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740117999\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the minimum passing score for the CBT NMC exam?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Part A&#8217;s pass mark is fixed at 87 percent (13 of 15 questions). Part B&#8217;s pass mark is not fixed; it is set after each sitting and varies by field, typically in the 60 to 70 percent range.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740148428\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I take the NMC CBT exam online?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The booking process is online, but the test itself is not. You must sit it in person at a supervised Pearson VUE test centre, there is no remote or at-home option.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740178089\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is there a fixed NMC CBT exam date for 2026?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The exam is booked on demand through Pearson VUE rather than held on set annual dates, so ignore any source listing a single national exam date for the year.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740210952\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">How many attempts are allowed for the NMC CBT exam?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You are allowed three attempts, and all three must be completed within a one-year window from your first sitting.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740242670\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is the CBT exam difficult for nurses?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most candidates pass, with an estimated overall pass rate around 89 percent. The numeracy section&#8217;s tight time limit and the clinical section&#8217;s UK-specific content are usually what catch people out, not a lack of core nursing knowledge.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740281645\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long is the validity of CBT? <\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Your CBT result stays usable as long as you pass the OSCE within two years of it. Once both are passed, your Test of Competence remains valid for five years.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740307591\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the NMC CBT exam syllabus?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Part A covers nursing-relevant numeracy, and Part B covers four domains tied to the NMC Code: accountable professional practice, promoting health, assessing and planning care, and leading and managing care.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1792740333409\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">What happens if I fail one part of the NMC CBT exam?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p> You only need to resit the part you failed, not the full exam, and you pay the lower single-part fee for that resit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 8<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\u26a1 Quick Read NMC CBT exam fee is Rs. 10,540 (\u00a383) for both parts, paid directly to Pearson VUE. The NMC CBT exam has no fixed national date; you book it whenever a slot suits you. Indian nurses can sit the NMC CBT exam at Pearson VUE centres across major cities. 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