EC-Council CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v13)) — Free Online Mock Test
125 Q / 240 min. MCQ scenario-based. Pass at 70%. · Official language: English.
EC-Council CEH exam at a glance
EC-Council CEH full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length EC-Council CEH mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 125-question, 240-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
EC-Council CEH key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | EC-Council |
|---|---|
| Official website | eccouncil.org ↗ |
| Mode | The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) — a certification validating knowledge of ethical-hacking methodology, from reconnaissance and scanning through system, web, network and cloud attacks and their countermeasures. The knowledge exam has code 312-50. |
| Frequency | Offered year-round via the EC-Council exam portal or Pearson VUE. |
| Scoring & marking | The knowledge exam has 125 multiple-choice questions in 4 hours. Because each exam form is difficulty-calibrated, there is no single fixed passing percentage — cut scores range roughly from 60% to 85% depending on the form. A separate CEH Practical (a 6-hour, 20-challenge hands-on exam) leads to the CEH Master designation. |
| Score validity | The certification is valid for 3 years and is maintained under the EC-Council Continuing Education (ECE) scheme (120 credits over the cycle). |
| Language | English. |
Who is eligible for EC-Council CEH?
Either complete official EC-Council CEH training, or self-study with at least 2 years of information-security work experience plus an approved eligibility application.
Last verified July 2026 against EC-Council — CEH. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
EC-Council CEH section breakdown
The EC-Council CEH mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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CEH — Full Exam (125 Q)
EC-Council CEH scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: EC-Council CEH has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: CEH (% scaled, pass 70%).
How EC-Council CEH is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
EC-Council CEH time strategy
With 125 questions in 240 minutes, you have about 115 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- CEH — Full Exam (125 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
EC-Council CEH topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of EC-Council CEH, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
CEH — Full Exam (125 Q)
- Scanning & Enumeration · 20
- System Hacking · 17
- Sniffing & Social Engineering · 16
- Web Server & Web App Hacking · 16
- Malware Threats · 15
- Footprinting & Reconnaissance · 12
- Denial of Service & Session Hijacking · 12
- Vulnerability Analysis · 10
EC-Council CEH difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
125 Q / 240 min. MCQ scenario-based. Pass at 70%. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's EC-Council CEH bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for EC-Council CEH
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what EC-Council CEH really tests
The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), from EC-Council, validates ethical-hacking methodology across reconnaissance, scanning, system, web, network and cloud attacks and countermeasures. The knowledge exam (312-50) has 125 multiple-choice questions in 4 hours; because forms are difficulty-calibrated, there is no single passing percentage (cut scores range roughly 60–85%). Eligibility is via official training or two years of security experience, and the certification is valid for 3 years under the ECE scheme. A separate 6-hour, 20-challenge CEH Practical leads to CEH Master.
Preparation tips
- Learn the tools and the attack phases, not just definitions.
- Expect a form-dependent cut score, not a fixed 70%.
- Consider the CEH Practical to earn CEH Master.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming a fixed passing percentage — cut scores vary by form.
- Neglecting cloud, wireless and countermeasure topics.
EC-Council CEH study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Footprinting and reconnaissance
- Scanning and enumeration
- Vulnerability analysis
- System hacking and malware
- Web and network attacks
- Cloud and wireless
- 125-question practice tests
- Tools and countermeasures
- Consider CEH Practical
Where EC-Council CEH can take you
A strong EC-Council CEH result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Ethical hacker / pen tester
- SOC & security roles
Best books & official prep for EC-Council CEH
- CEH v-series courseware — EC-Council
- CEH practice tests — Various
Official practice: Study the EC-Council CEH modules and practise across the attack phases; the cut score is form-dependent (about 60–85%).
Previous-year papers: EC-Council publishes the exam blueprint; providers supply practice questions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the EC-Council CEH exam pattern?
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v13) contains 125 questions across 1 section: CEH — Full Exam (125 Q). Total duration is 240 minutes (about 115 seconds per question).
- Does EC-Council CEH have negative marking?
- No — EC-Council CEH has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is EC-Council CEH scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. CEH (% scaled, pass 70%).
- How can I practise EC-Council CEH online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length EC-Council CEH mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of EC-Council CEH?
- EC-Council CEH is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. 125 Q / 240 min. MCQ scenario-based. Pass at 70%. · Official language: English.
- How long is the EC-Council CEH exam?
- EC-Council CEH runs for 240 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in EC-Council CEH?
- EC-Council CEH is split into: CEH — Full Exam (125 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. 125 Q / 240 min. MCQ scenario-based. Pass at 70%. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during EC-Council CEH?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the EC-Council CEH test adaptive?
- No — EC-Council CEH is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many EC-Council CEH mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct EC-Council CEH variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 6250 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free EC-Council CEH test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge EC-Council CEH test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are EC-Council CEH previous year question–style papers included?
- Every EC-Council CEH mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 125-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free EC-Council CEH mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's EC-Council CEH mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the EC-Council CEH mock test on mobile?
- Yes. EC-Council CEH mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the EC-Council CEH syllabus?
- The EC-Council CEH syllabus maps to its 1 section: CEH — Full Exam (125 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for EC-Council CEH?
- Either complete official EC-Council CEH training, or self-study with at least 2 years of information-security work experience plus an approved eligibility application. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic EC-Council CEH practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the EC-Council CEH exam and how should I prepare?
- Official EC-Council CEH exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free EC-Council CEH mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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