National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) ® 2026
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Quick Answer: The NPTE (NPTE) exam has 225 questions in 5 sections, a 5-hour appointment time limit, a 600 (scaled 200-800) passing score, and costs $485 USD. It covers Musculoskeletal System, Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems, Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Systems, Other Body Systems. ExamCert has 600+ free practice questions, a full study guide, and a money-back guarantee.
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The NPTE-PT is the national licensure examination administered by FSBPT that all physical therapists must pass to be licensed to practice in every US state and jurisdiction. It measures the entry-level knowledge needed for safe, effective patient care across all major body systems, and in 2026 it remains the single mandatory gateway to the PT profession.
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NPTE (NPTE) Exam Domains
225 questions in 5 sections in 5-hour appointment. Passing score: 600 (scaled 200-800). Exam fee: $485 USD. Format: Multiple choice.
Musculoskeletal System
Examination, differential diagnosis, and interventions for the largest body-system area on the exam.
Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems
Tests and measures, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions for neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Systems
Examination, evaluation, and interventions for cardiac, vascular, and respiratory conditions.
Other Body Systems
Integumentary, lymphatic, metabolic and endocrine, GI and GU systems, and multi-system interactions.
Non-Systems & Equipment
Equipment and devices, safety and protection, and therapeutic modalities (thermal, electrical, mechanical).
Professional Responsibilities & Research
Ethics, legal and regulatory standards, practice management, and evidence-based practice.
Why NPTE?
The NPTE-PT is the national licensure examination administered by FSBPT that all physical therapists must pass to be licensed to practice in every US state and jurisdiction. A respected FSBPT credential for Licensed Physical Therapist, Outpatient Orthopedic PT, Inpatient Rehabilitation PT.
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Who Is the NPTE Exam For?
Target Audience
For candidates seeking entry-level physical therapist licensure in the United States — typically final-term DPT students and new graduates, plus internationally educated PTs pursuing US licensure.
Recommended Prerequisites
- •Graduate from (or be in the final term of) a CAPTE-accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program
- •Be approved to test by a state licensing board
- •Register and pay through FSBPT and schedule at a Prometric test center
Official Exam Details
Format: Multiple choice
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