PSAT 2024

• The PSAT assessments offer an important step in helping students prepare for university
• Administered by the College Board, the makers of the SAT
• PSAT is similar in format to the SAT
• Approximately 5 million students participate each year in PSAT/NMSQT
• PSAT/NMSQT - October
• PSAT 8/9 – October

• The PSAT offers students an excellent, and cost-effective way to practice for the SAT.
• The detailed score reports help students and educators gain a deep understanding of the students’ strengths and weaknesses, so they are better prepared for the SAT.
• Even if students do not plan to take the SAT, the PSAT offer meaningful insights into a student’s skills and help them prepare for other similar standardized/competitive exams for India and abroad.

There are 2 levels of the PSAT exam available-

• Students can take the PSAT 8/9 in Grades 8 and 9
• PSAT/NMSQT is best suited to students in Grades 10 and 11

• U.S. Citizens should take the PSAT/NMSQT in Grade 11 even if they have taken the test before, as their 11th Grade PSAT score makes them eligible for the NMSQT scholarship.

1. Digital PSAT (Grade 8/9)

Duration: 2 hours and 25 minutes

It consists of 3 tests:

Most of the questions are multiple choice, though some of the math questions ask you to write in the answer rather than select it.

2. DIGITAL PSAT/NMSQT (Grade 10/11)

Duration: 2 hours and 14 minutes

It consists of 2 tests:

Most of the questions are multiple choice, though some of the math questions ask you to write in the answer rather than select it.

On the day of the exam the student must carry a valid photo ID proof.

• Aadhar card (Valid Aadhaar PVC card with your name and photograph*)

• Valid Original Passport
• School ID (Applicable only for students of Amity schools)

• NO REFUND OR CHANGE WILL BE ACCEPTED ONCE REGISTERED.

Digital PSAT Device Requirements:

Before test day, you'll need to download Bluebook App to the device you’re going to test with. Then 1–5 days before your test, you'll complete a quick exam setup.

You can run the Bluebook™ testing app on a Windows or Mac device, an iPad, or a school-managed Chromebook.

• Your device must be able to connect to Wi-Fi.
• On test day, your device must be fully charged; it will need to stay on for 3–4 hours. We also recommend you bring your device’s power cord or a portable charger.
• If you take an PSAT Exam on an iPad, you’ll need an external keyboard

You can run Bluebook™ on a Windows or Mac device, an iPad, or a school-managed Chromebook. You cannot run Bluebook app on a mobile phone.

• Your device must be able to connect to Wi-Fi.
• On test day, your device must be fully charged; it will need to stay on for 3–4 hours.
• We also recommend you bring your device’s power cord or a portable charger, but you might not have access to an outlet.

Unless students have a College Board-approved accommodation, they can't access these items during the test or breaks:

• Phones smartwatches, fitness trackers, or other wearable technology (simple digital non-smartwatches or analog watches are acceptable)
• Audio players, Bluetooth devices (like wireless earbuds/headphones), or any other electronic devices (except your testing device)
• Detachable privacy screens
• External keyboards for use with laptops or Chromebooks (keyboards for iPads are allowed)
• Stylus for iPad
• Any cameras, recording device, or timer
• Notes, books, or any other reference materials (except as approved as an English language learner support for in-school administrations)
• Compasses, rulers, protractors, or cutting devices
• Headphones, earbuds, or earplugs
• Unacceptable calculators that have computer-style (QWERTY) keyboards, use paper tape, make noise, or use a power cord
• Weapons or firearms

There are only a few things you really need to bring on test day, and a lot of things you'll be better off leaving at home. Be sure to bring:

• Your fully charged device. You must have the app installed and exam setup complete before test day if you're testing with a personal device.
• A power cord and/or a portable charger. We cannot guarantee you’ll have access to an outlet during testing. Your device should be able to hold a charge for 3–4 hours.
• A pencil or pen.
• Scratch paper will be provided—do not bring your own.
• An approved calculator. There’s a graphing calculator built into the app, but you can bring your own if you like.
• An external mouse if you use one.
• An external keyboard if you use one (you can only use external keyboards with tablets—not laptops.)
• An approved photo ID if you’re homeschooled or if you’ll be testing at a school that is different from the one you usually attend.

• NO WATCHES ALLOWED

• Extra batteries for your calculator and backup equipment—you'll have to ask for permission to access them. They can’t be on your desk during the test.
• A bag or backpack.
• A drink or snacks (for your break).
• Epinephrine auto-injectors (for example, EpiPens) are permitted without the need for accommodations.