UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test (UK Medical Schools)) — Free Online Mock Test
Since 2025 (Abstract Reasoning withdrawn): 3 cognitive subtests — Verbal Reasoning (44), Decision Making (35), Quantitative Reasoning (36), scored to 2700 — plus Situational Judgement (69), reported as Band 1-4. · Official language: English.
UCAT exam at a glance
UCAT full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length UCAT mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 184-question, 111-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
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| Conducting body | UCAT Consortium, delivered via Pearson VUE |
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| Official website | ucat.ac.uk ↗ |
| Mode | The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) — an admissions aptitude test for applicants to medical and dental (and some clinical science) degree programmes at member universities in the UK, and, as UCAT ANZ, in Australia and New Zealand. |
| Frequency | Taken once per admissions cycle in a scheduled testing window. |
| Scoring & marking | The test is computer-based (about 2 hours) with three cognitive subtests — Verbal Reasoning (44 questions, 22 minutes), Decision Making (35 questions, 37 minutes) and Quantitative Reasoning (36 questions, 26 minutes) — plus a Situational Judgement Test (69 questions, 26 minutes). Each cognitive subtest is scaled 300–900, giving a combined cognitive score of 900–2700, while the Situational Judgement Test is reported in Bands 1–4 (Band 1 strongest). (Abstract Reasoning was removed from the 2025 cycle onward.) |
| Score validity | Scores are valid for the single admissions cycle in which the test is taken. |
| Language | English. |
Who is eligible for UCAT?
No formal academic prerequisite to sit; taken by applicants in the year they apply to participating medical and dental programmes. Requirements are set by the receiving universities.
Last verified July 2026 against UCAT — Official site, UCAT ANZ. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
UCAT section breakdown
The UCAT 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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Verbal Reasoning (44 Q)
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Decision Making (35 Q)
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Quantitative Reasoning (36 Q)
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Situational Judgement (69 Q)
UCAT scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: UCAT has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: UCAT (900-2700 cognitive + SJT Band 1-4).
How UCAT is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
UCAT time strategy
With 184 questions in 111 minutes, you have about 36 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Verbal Reasoning (44 Q)
- Decision Making (35 Q)
- Quantitative Reasoning (36 Q)
- Situational Judgement (69 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.
UCAT topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of UCAT, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Verbal Reasoning (44 Q)
- Reading — Vaccines · 6
- Reading — Plate Tectonics · 6
- Reading — Neural Networks · 5
- Reading — Photosynthesis · 5
- Reading — Trade History · 4
- Reading — Industrialisation · 4
- Reading — Marine Biology · 3
- Reading — Stoicism · 3
Decision Making (35 Q)
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 6
- Reasoning — Blood relations · 3
- Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic) · 2
- Reasoning — Number Series (squares) · 2
- Reasoning — Syllogism (transitive) · 2
- Reasoning — Syllogism (negative) · 2
- Reasoning — Alphabet series · 2
- Reasoning — Ranking · 2
Quantitative Reasoning (36 Q)
- Algebra — Quadratics · 3
- Algebra — Systems · 3
- Algebra — Exponents · 3
- Algebra — Inequalities · 3
- Algebra — Functions · 3
- Geometry — Circles · 3
- Geometry — Triangles · 2
- Geometry — Rectangles · 2
Situational Judgement (69 Q)
- SJT — Confidentiality · 9
- SJT — Competence · 6
- SJT — Patient safety · 5
- SJT — Teamwork · 5
- SJT — Professional Boundaries · 5
- SJT — Honesty · 4
- SJT — Acting Within Competence · 4
- SJT — Reliability · 4
UCAT difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
Since 2025 (Abstract Reasoning withdrawn): 3 cognitive subtests — Verbal Reasoning (44), Decision Making (35), Quantitative Reasoning (36), scored to 2700 — plus Situational Judgement (69), reported as Band 1-4. · Official language: English.
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How Wrexa Edge prepares you for UCAT
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what UCAT really tests
The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) is an admissions aptitude test for medical and dental degree applicants at member universities in the UK and, as UCAT ANZ, in Australia and New Zealand. From the 2025 cycle it has three cognitive subtests — Verbal Reasoning (44 questions, 22 minutes), Decision Making (35 questions, 37 minutes) and Quantitative Reasoning (36 questions, 26 minutes) — plus a Situational Judgement Test (69 questions, 26 minutes). Each cognitive subtest is scaled 300–900 for a combined 900–2700, while the SJT is reported in Bands 1–4. (Abstract Reasoning was removed.)
Preparation tips
- Train per-subtest pacing — timing is the hardest part.
- Use the free official UCAT practice tests and question bank.
- Don’t neglect the Situational Judgement Test — it is banded separately.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Preparing for Abstract Reasoning — it was removed from 2025 onward.
- Expecting the old 900–2790 range — the cognitive score is now 900–2700.
UCAT 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.
- Three cognitive subtests + SJT
- Scaled 900-2700 plus SJT bands
- Strict per-subtest timing
- Verbal Reasoning and Decision Making
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Situational Judgement practice
- Official UCAT practice tests
- Pacing and keyboard shortcuts
- Review weak subtests
Where UCAT can take you
A strong UCAT result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Medical & dental admissions
- Aptitude differentiator
Best books & official prep for UCAT
- Official UCAT preparation — UCAT Consortium
- UCAT practice books & question banks — Various
Official practice: Use the free official UCAT practice tests and question bank, focusing on Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning and the Situational Judgement Test under time pressure.
Previous-year papers: The UCAT Consortium provides official practice tests mirroring the live format.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the UCAT exam pattern?
- University Clinical Aptitude Test (UK Medical Schools) contains 184 questions across 4 sections: Verbal Reasoning (44 Q), Decision Making (35 Q), Quantitative Reasoning (36 Q), Situational Judgement (69 Q). Total duration is 111 minutes (about 36 seconds per question).
- Does UCAT have negative marking?
- No — UCAT has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is UCAT scored?
- Scaled score range: 900 to 2700. UCAT (900-2700 cognitive + SJT Band 1-4).
- How can I practise UCAT online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length UCAT 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 UCAT?
- UCAT is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. Since 2025 (Abstract Reasoning withdrawn): 3 cognitive subtests — Verbal Reasoning (44), Decision Making (35), Quantitative Reasoning (36), scored to 2700 — plus Situational Judgement (69), reported as Band 1-4. · Official language: English.
- How long is the UCAT exam?
- UCAT runs for 111 minutes total across 4 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in UCAT?
- UCAT is split into: Verbal Reasoning (44 Q), Decision Making (35 Q), Quantitative Reasoning (36 Q), Situational Judgement (69 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Since 2025 (Abstract Reasoning withdrawn): 3 cognitive subtests — Verbal Reasoning (44), Decision Making (35), Quantitative Reasoning (36), scored to 2700 — plus Situational Judgement (69), reported as Band 1-4. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during UCAT?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the UCAT test adaptive?
- No — UCAT is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many UCAT mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct UCAT variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 9200 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free UCAT test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge UCAT 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 UCAT previous year question–style papers included?
- Every UCAT mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 184-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free UCAT mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's UCAT 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 UCAT mock test on mobile?
- Yes. UCAT 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 UCAT syllabus?
- The UCAT syllabus maps to its 4 sections: Verbal Reasoning (44 Q), Decision Making (35 Q), Quantitative Reasoning (36 Q), Situational Judgement (69 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 UCAT?
- No formal academic prerequisite to sit; taken by applicants in the year they apply to participating medical and dental programmes. Requirements are set by the receiving universities. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic UCAT practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the UCAT exam and how should I prepare?
- Official UCAT 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 UCAT mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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