UPCAT (University of the Philippines College Admission Test) — Free Online Mock Test
4 subtests — Language Proficiency, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, Science. 4h total, ~250 MCQs. · Official language: English & Filipino.
Advanced
Philippines
University & Higher Ed
235 questions
240 min
50 distinct variants
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UPCAT section breakdown
The UPCAT 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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Language Proficiency (75 Q)
75 questions · 60 minutes · ~48 sec/question
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Reading Comprehension (50 Q)
50 questions · 60 minutes · ~72 sec/question
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Mathematics (60 Q)
60 questions · 60 minutes · ~60 sec/question
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Science (50 Q)
50 questions · 60 minutes · ~72 sec/question
UPCAT scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: UPCAT has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: UPCAT (UPG score).
How UPCAT 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.
UPCAT time strategy
With 235 questions in 240 minutes, you have about 61 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Language Proficiency (75 Q)
Target ~48 sec/question. If a question takes more than 72 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Reading Comprehension (50 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Mathematics (60 Q)
Target ~60 sec/question. If a question takes more than 90 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Science (50 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
UPCAT topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of UPCAT, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Language Proficiency (75 Q)
- Reading — Vaccines · 5
- Reading — Neural Networks · 5
- Grammar — Subject-Verb Agreement · 5
- Reading — Trade History · 4
- Grammar — Tense · 4
- Grammar — Pronouns · 4
- Grammar — Usage & Confused Words · 4
- Grammar — Punctuation · 4
Reading Comprehension (50 Q)
- Reading — Vaccines · 6
- Reading — Plate Tectonics · 6
- Reading — Photosynthesis · 6
- Reading — Neural Networks · 5
- Reading — Industrialisation · 5
- Reading — Trade History · 4
- Reading — Stoicism · 4
- Reading — Marine Biology · 3
Mathematics (60 Q)
- Algebra — Quadratics · 4
- Algebra — Systems · 4
- Algebra — Exponents · 4
- Algebra — Inequalities · 4
- Algebra — Functions · 4
- Geometry — Circles · 4
- Geometry — Triangles · 4
- Geometry — Rectangles · 4
Science (50 Q)
- Chemistry — Fundamentals · 15
- Biology — Fundamentals · 15
- Physics — Energy · 4
- Physics — Circular Motion · 4
- Physics — Mechanics · 4
- Physics — Electricity · 3
- Physics — Waves · 3
- Physics — Electromagnetism · 2
Sample UPCAT questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge UPCAT bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Language Proficiency (75 Q) · Reading — Globalization
Q1. The passage on globalization primarily aims to:
Why: Correct answer: D — describe a phenomenon or concept. Topic: Reading — Globalization.
Reading Comprehension (50 Q) · Reading — Trade History
Q2. According to the trade history passage, the topic is best described as:
Why: Correct answer: A — well-established and significant. Topic: Reading — Trade History.
Mathematics (60 Q) · Algebra — Quadratics
Q3. One solution of x² - 9x + 20 = 0 is:
Why: Factors as (x - 4)(x - 5) = 0.
Science (50 Q) · Physics — Energy
Q4. A ball is dropped from height 12 m. Speed on impact (g = 10 m/s²):
Why: v = √(2gh).
Language Proficiency (75 Q) · Reading — Trade History
Q5. According to the trade history passage, the topic is best described as:
Why: Correct answer: A — well-established and significant. Topic: Reading — Trade History.
Reading Comprehension (50 Q) · Reading — Vaccines
Q6. Which best summarises the vaccines passage?
Why: Correct answer: B — A concise factual overview. Topic: Reading — Vaccines.
These are a handful of the 11750 unique UPCAT questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
UPCAT difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
4 subtests — Language Proficiency, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, Science. 4h total, ~250 MCQs. · Official language: English & Filipino.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's UPCAT bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for UPCAT
Real test-day interface
Our sat skin mirrors the actual UPCAT testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
11750 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
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first UPCAT mock starts in under a minute.
UPCAT 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 — Language Proficiency (75 Q), Reading Comprehension (50 Q), Mathematics (60 Q), Science (50 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 Language Proficiency (75 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 UPCAT 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 UPCAT can take you
A strong UPCAT 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 UPCAT exam pattern?
- University of the Philippines College Admission Test contains 235 questions across 4 sections: Language Proficiency (75 Q), Reading Comprehension (50 Q), Mathematics (60 Q), Science (50 Q). Total duration is 240 minutes (about 61 seconds per question).
- Does UPCAT have negative marking?
- No — UPCAT has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is UPCAT scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 1. UPCAT (UPG score).
- How can I practise UPCAT online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length UPCAT 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 UPCAT?
- UPCAT is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. 4 subtests — Language Proficiency, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, Science. 4h total, ~250 MCQs. · Official language: English & Filipino.
- How long is the UPCAT exam?
- UPCAT runs for 240 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 UPCAT?
- UPCAT is split into: Language Proficiency (75 Q), Reading Comprehension (50 Q), Mathematics (60 Q), Science (50 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. 4 subtests — Language Proficiency, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, Science. 4h total, ~250 MCQs. · Official language: English & Filipino.
- What tools or aids are allowed during UPCAT?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the UPCAT test adaptive?
- No — UPCAT is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many UPCAT mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct UPCAT variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 11750 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free UPCAT test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge UPCAT 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 UPCAT previous year question–style papers included?
- Every UPCAT mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 235-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free UPCAT mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's UPCAT 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 UPCAT mock test on mobile?
- Yes. UPCAT 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 UPCAT syllabus?
- The UPCAT syllabus maps to its 4 sections: Language Proficiency (75 Q), Reading Comprehension (50 Q), Mathematics (60 Q), Science (50 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 UPCAT?
- Eligibility for UPCAT — 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 UPCAT practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the UPCAT exam and how should I prepare?
- Official UPCAT 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 UPCAT mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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