STEP (Sixth Term Examination Paper (Mathematics)) — Free Online Mock Test
Cambridge admissions math test. 12 long-form questions / 3 hours. · Official language: English.
Elite
United Kingdom
University & Higher Ed
12 questions
180 min
50 distinct variants
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STEP section breakdown
The STEP 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.
STEP scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: STEP has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: STEP (Grade S/1/2/3/U).
How STEP is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
Tools available during the STEP exam
Wrexa Edge renders these tools inside the mock test exactly as they appear on the real STEP exam — same shortcuts, same behaviour.
STEP time strategy
With 12 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 900 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
STEP topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of STEP, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
STEP — Full Paper (12 Q)
- Probability · 1
- Calculus — Chain Rule · 1
- Calculus — Product Rule · 1
- Calculus — Definite Integral · 1
- Calculus — Limits · 1
- Algebra — Quadratic Formula · 1
- Algebra — Logarithms · 1
- Trigonometry — Equation · 1
Sample STEP questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge STEP bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) · Probability
Q1. Two fair dice are rolled. Find the probability that the sum is 7. Justify by listing outcomes.
Why: 6 favourable outcomes out of 36 = 1/6.
STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) · Calculus — Chain Rule
Q2. Differentiate f(x) = (3x² + 1)⁵ using the chain rule. Show each step.
Why: f'(x) = 5(3x²+1)⁴ · 6x = 30x(3x²+1)⁴.
STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) · Calculus — Product Rule
Q3. Differentiate f(x) = x²·eˣ using the product rule. Justify your method.
Why: f'(x) = 2x·eˣ + x²·eˣ = x·eˣ(2 + x).
STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) · Calculus — Definite Integral
Q4. Evaluate ∫₀² (3x² + 2) dx and explain the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus step.
Why: [x³ + 2x] from 0 to 2 = (8 + 4) − 0 = 12.
STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) · Calculus — Limits
Q5. Evaluate lim(x→0) (sin x)/x and explain why the answer is 1.
Why: Standard limit = 1, provable by the squeeze theorem or by L'Hôpital's rule.
STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) · Algebra — Quadratic Formula
Q6. Solve 2x² + 3x − 2 = 0 using the quadratic formula. Show the discriminant.
Why: Δ = 9 + 16 = 25; x = (−3 ± 5)/4 → x = 1/2 or x = −2.
These are a handful of the 600 unique STEP questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
STEP difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
Cambridge admissions math test. 12 long-form questions / 3 hours. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's STEP bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for STEP
Real test-day interface
Our sat skin mirrors the actual STEP testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
600 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
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STEP 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.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on STEP — Full Paper (12 Q) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length STEP mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where STEP can take you
A strong STEP result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Professional degree programmes
Admission into engineering, science and professional courses at leading universities.
Research & higher studies
A strong result opens postgraduate study, research assistantships and study-abroad pathways.
Campus placements
Top institutions bring recruiters from industry, PSUs and global companies to campus.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the STEP exam pattern?
- Sixth Term Examination Paper (Mathematics) contains 12 questions across 1 section: STEP — Full Paper (12 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 900 seconds per question).
- Does STEP have negative marking?
- No — STEP has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is STEP scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. STEP (Grade S/1/2/3/U).
- How can I practise STEP online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length STEP mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of STEP?
- STEP is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. Cambridge admissions math test. 12 long-form questions / 3 hours. · Official language: English.
- How long is the STEP exam?
- STEP runs for 180 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 STEP?
- STEP is split into: STEP — Full Paper (12 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Cambridge admissions math test. 12 long-form questions / 3 hours. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during STEP?
- Digital scratchpad / rough-work area for working out problems.
- Is the STEP test adaptive?
- No — STEP is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many STEP mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct STEP variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 600 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free STEP test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge STEP test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are STEP previous year question–style papers included?
- Every STEP mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 12-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free STEP mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's STEP 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 STEP mock test on mobile?
- Yes. STEP 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 STEP syllabus?
- The STEP syllabus maps to its 1 section: STEP — Full Paper (12 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 STEP?
- Eligibility for STEP — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic STEP practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the STEP exam and how should I prepare?
- Official STEP 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 10 free STEP mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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