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NCLEX Practice Tests — Texas

Free practice tests for the Texas NCLEX exam, written from the Texas Department of Public Safety handbook and federal standards.

Oversight: Texas Board of Nursing

About the Texas NCLEX exam

The Texas NCLEX exam is administered by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Like every state, Texas adopts the federal standards as a baseline and adds state-specific requirements, fees, and procedures.

  • NCLEX + state licensing fee: approximately $200 NCLEX fee + $186 TX fee.
  • State nursing board: Texas Board of Nursing (TXBON).
  • Texas is an NLC member; Texas has the second-largest registered nurse workforce in the US and was one of the original members of the Nurse Licensure Compact.

To get started, read the official Texas handbook (linked above), practice with the tests on this page until you consistently score above 70%, and then schedule your exam with the Texas Department of Public Safety.

What's in the Texas 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.

Practice test FAQs

How do I get a NCLEX license in Texas?

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 Texas Board of Nursing. The exact steps, fees, and documents are set by Texas and are covered in the guide above.

Is the NCLEX exam different in Texas?

The core knowledge tested is similar across states, but Texas sets its own specific rules, procedures, passing requirements, and any state-law content. That is why it is important to study materials specific to Texas, which our NCLEX practice tests are written to reflect.

Are these Texas practice tests free?

Yes. All of our Texas 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 Texas?

Study the official NCLEX materials from the Texas 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 Texas 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 Texas.