NCLEX Practice Tests — Kentucky
Free practice tests for the Kentucky NCLEX exam, written from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet handbook and federal standards.
Oversight: Kentucky Board of NursingChoose a practice test
RN: Safe and Effective Care Environment
25-question practice · 25-question mock exam · 70% to pass
KentuckyRN: Health Promotion and Maintenance
25-question practice · 25-question mock exam · 70% to pass
KentuckyRN: Psychosocial Integrity
25-question practice · 25-question mock exam · 70% to pass
KentuckyRN: Physiological Integrity
25-question practice · 25-question mock exam · 70% to pass
KentuckyPN: Coordinated Care
25-question practice · 25-question mock exam · 70% to pass
KentuckyPN: Health Promotion and Maintenance
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 70% to pass
KentuckyPN: Psychosocial Integrity
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 70% to pass
KentuckyPN: Physiological Integrity
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 70% to pass
Step-by-stepKentucky NCLEX Licensing Guide
How to get licensed in Kentucky, step by step.
About the Kentucky NCLEX exam
The Kentucky NCLEX exam is administered by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Like every state, Kentucky adopts the federal standards as a baseline and adds state-specific requirements, fees, and procedures.
- NCLEX + state licensing fee: approximately $200 NCLEX fee + $90 KY fee.
- State nursing board: Kentucky Board of Nursing.
- Kentucky is an NLC member; Kentucky nursing graduates consistently perform at or above the national average on NCLEX first-time pass rates.
To get started, read the official Kentucky handbook (linked above), practice with the tests on this page until you consistently score above 70%, and then schedule your exam with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.
What's in the Kentucky exam: Practice questions modeled on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), organized by client need category as defined by the NCSBN test plan.
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Practice test FAQs
How do I get a NCLEX license in Kentucky?
In general you must meet the eligibility requirements, complete any required education or training, and pass the required knowledge test (and, where applicable, a skills test) administered through the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The exact steps, fees, and documents are set by Kentucky and are covered in the guide above.
Is the NCLEX exam different in Kentucky?
The core knowledge tested is similar across states, but Kentucky sets its own specific rules, procedures, passing requirements, and any state-law content. That is why it is important to study materials specific to Kentucky, which our NCLEX practice tests are written to reflect.
Are these Kentucky practice tests free?
Yes. All of our Kentucky NCLEX practice questions are completely free, with no sign-up or payment required, and every question includes a full explanation. You can start practicing immediately on desktop or mobile.
How should I prepare for the NCLEX exam in Kentucky?
Study the official NCLEX materials from the Kentucky Board of Nursing, focus on the most heavily tested topics, and take practice tests until you consistently score above the passing threshold. You can start with the Kentucky NCLEX practice tests for this state.
Where can I learn more about the NCLEX exam format and scoring?
Our NCLEX exam guide explains the test format, scoring, what is covered, and study strategies that apply in every state, including Kentucky.