How Hard Is the NCLEX-PN? 2025 Pass Rate, Length and Passing Standard
NCSBN reports an 86.6% NCLEX-PN pass rate for first-time U.S.-educated candidates in 2025 (77.3% all, 41.7% repeat). 85 to 150 items, 5 hours.
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What’s on the NCLEX-PN? 8 Content Areas and Exact Weights (2026)
NCLEX-PN 2026 test plan: 8 content areas, Coordinated Care 21%, 85 to 150 items, 5 hours, 18 case study items. Effective April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2029.
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What Is the Difference Between the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN?
Both NCLEX exams run 85 to 150 items in 5 hours; fee is $200 until Feb 1, 2027, then $350. Compare pass rates, passing standards, and content.