NCLEX-RN Exam Study Guide 2026-2027
NCLEX-RN Exam Study Guide 2026-2027
The Complete Preparation System with 300+ Practice Questions, Detailed Answer Rationales & Test Taking Strategies
By Capra Academy · Published April 24, 2026 · 320 pages
About This Book
Pass the NCLEX-RN with confidence using a study guide built for real exam success. Three full-length practice exams with multiple choice, select all that apply, and scenario-based questions. Detailed answer rationales for every question, comprehensive content review across all NCLEX-RN categories, and high-yield strategies for prioritization and delegation.
What’s Inside
- Three Full-Length Practice Exams
- Multiple Choice & Scenario-Based Questions
- Detailed Answer Rationales
- Comprehensive Content Review
- Prioritization & Delegation Strategies
- 2026-2027 Updated Edition
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the NCLEX-RN compare to the HESI and ATI exams?
The NCLEX-RN is the actual licensing exam, while HESI and ATI are readiness assessments taken during nursing school. For a detailed comparison, see our NCLEX-RN vs HESI vs ATI guide →
What is the best study plan for the NCLEX-RN?
Most successful candidates follow an 8-12 week structured study plan covering all four Client Needs categories. See our 10-week NCLEX-RN study schedule → for a week-by-week breakdown.
How hard is the NCLEX-RN really?
The 2024 first-time pass rate for U.S.-educated candidates is 91.2%, but drops to 50.9% for repeat takers. Read our full NCLEX-RN difficulty analysis → for tips on how to pass.
What is the NCLEX-RN exam?
The NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses) is a pass/fail licensure examination required for nursing graduates seeking to practice as registered nurses in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It is administered by NCSBN using Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT).
How many questions are on the NCLEX-RN?
The Next Generation NCLEX-RN has 85 to 150 items, with a 5-hour time limit. The average first-time U.S.-educated candidate completes about 100 items in 2 hours and 14 minutes. About 65.4% of candidates finish at the minimum of 85 items.
What is the NCLEX-RN pass rate?
The 2024 first-time pass rate for U.S.-educated candidates is 91.2%. The repeat pass rate is 50.9%. For internationally educated candidates, the first-time pass rate is 53.8%. The overall pass rate is 73.3%.
How much does the NCLEX-RN cost?
The NCLEX-RN registration fee is $200 USD through Pearson VUE. Additional state licensing fees vary from $0 to over $400 depending on the state.
What changed with the Next Generation NCLEX (NGN)?
Launched April 1, 2023, the NGN added case studies and 5 new item types with partial credit scoring. The question count changed from 75-145 to 85-150. The passing standard was retained at 0.00 logits.