PMP Practice Test 2026 — Free PMP Exam Prep Questions
The PMP is PMI's flagship credential for experienced project leaders who manage work using predictive, agile and hybrid approaches. Our practice questions follow the July 2026 Examination Content Outline, with scenario-based items across People, Process and the expanded Business Environment domain.
You are the project manager on a predictive warehouse-automation project with a budget at completion (BAC) of $400,000. At the latest status date, planned value (PV) is $180,000, earned value (EV) is $160,000 and actual cost (AC) is $200,000. The cost variance is caused by a labor rate that will stay in place for the rest of the project. What is the estimate at completion (EAC)?
PMP format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at a Pearson VUE test center, online proctored via Pearson VUE OnVue, or paper-based (mainland China is paper-based only, via ATA).
| Domain weights | People 33%, Process 41%, Business Environment 26% |
|---|---|
| Tasks | 26 tasks in total: 8 People, 10 Process, 8 Business Environment |
| Approach mix | About 40% predictive; 60% adaptive/agile and hybrid |
| Pretest items | 10 of the 180 questions are unscored pretest items, placed at random |
| Case-study section | The exam opens with case or scenario question sets, followed by the first 10-minute break |
| New exam launch | 9 July 2026 (replaces the 2021 ECO: People 42%, Process 50%, Business Environment 8%) |
| Emerging themes | AI and sustainability are woven into scenarios rather than tested as standalone topics |
| Renewal | 60 PDUs every 3 years |
Facts last verified Oct 17, 2026. Source: www.pmi.org/-/media/pmi/documents/public/pdf/certifications/new-pmp-examination-content-outline-2026.pdf. Always confirm details with PMI before your exam.
When can you take the PMP?
Appointments are available year-round through Pearson VUE, at test centers or online, within your 1-year eligibility period. The current exam, based on the July 2026 ECO, launched on 9 July 2026.
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What the PMP covers
Every PrepBanq PMP test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
PeopleBuilding a shared vision, leading and empowering the team, managing conflict, engaging and aligning stakeholders, knowledge transfer and communication. | 33% | ~56 | 50 questions → |
ProcessIntegrated planning and delivery approach, scope, value-based delivery, resources, procurement, finance, quality, schedule, status evaluation and closure. | 41% | ~70 | 61 questions → |
Business EnvironmentGovernance, compliance, change control, impediments and issues, risk, continuous improvement, organizational change and external environment changes. | 26% | ~44 | 39 questions → |
How to register for the PMP
- 1Check eligibilityConfirm you meet an education-and-experience path (experience within the last 10 years) and have 35 hours of ECO-aligned training, or hold an active CAPM.
- 2Apply onlineSubmit the PMP application on pmi.org, recording each project's months of experience leading and directing work, plus your training.
- 3Complete an audit if selectedA percentage of applications are audited before payment; submit the supporting documents (audits take about 5-7 business days once complete).
- 4Pay the exam feePay US$405 (member) or US$655 (non-member). Your 1-year eligibility period starts and you receive a PMI Eligibility ID.
- 5Schedule with Pearson VUEBook a test-center or OnVue online proctored appointment using your Eligibility ID, at least 30 days ahead to avoid the US$70 change fee.
- 6Sit the exam and maintain the credentialTake the 180-question, 240-minute exam, then keep the PMP active with 60 PDUs every 3 years.
Eligibility
Experience leading projects within the last 10 years: 60 months with upper-secondary education (EQF 4), 48 months with an associate-level or short-cycle tertiary qualification (EQF 5), 36 months with a bachelor's degree or higher (EQF 6), or 24 months with a GAC-accredited bachelor's or postgraduate degree; plus 35 hours of project management training aligned to the ECO (waived for active CAPM holders)
What to bring
- A valid, unexpired government-issued ID with your photo, your signature and English (Roman) characters or an official English translation; the name must exactly match your scheduling notification; a secondary ID can supply a missing photo or signature; online exams also require identity verification before scheduling
Retake policy
Up to three attempts within the 1-year eligibility period; after three failures, wait 1 year from the last attempt before reapplying
Testing accommodations
Request them during the exam payment process with supporting documentation; you cannot schedule until PMI approves them, and they cannot be added to an existing appointment; some accommodations may rule out online proctoring
Score release
Computer-based candidates get a preliminary pass/fail result at the end of the session, with diagnostic feedback for each domain; the official report is online within 10 business days; paper-based results arrive by email within 6-8 weeks
Credential renewal
3-year certification cycle; renew by earning 60 PDUs every 3 years and paying the renewal fee
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PMP FAQ
How many questions are on the PMP?
The PMP has 180 questions (170 of them scored) and you have 4 hours to finish. Question types: Case or scenario sets (new), graphic-based questions (new), multiple-choice single response and multiple response on all modalities; enhanced matching, matching (drag-and-drop), point-and-click (hotspot) and pull-down list on computer-based test-center exams only.
How long is the PMP exam?
Testing time for the PMP is 4 hours. Two 10-minute breaks: the first after the opening case-study section, the second about halfway through the independent questions; you cannot return to a previous section after a break
What is the passing score for the PMP?
PMP passing standard: PMI does not publish a passing score; it is set by psychometric analysis on a criteria-based standard, and candidates are evaluated on the scored items only.
How much does the PMP cost?
The PMP registration fee is US$405 for PMI members, US$655 for non-members; fees are paid again for the second and third attempts (rates vary by membership and region); rescheduling or cancelling within 30 days of the exam costs US$70. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the PMP?
The PMP covers People (about 33%), Process (about 41%), Business Environment (about 26%).
Who administers the PMP?
The Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam is administered by PMI. Delivery: Computer-based at a Pearson VUE test center, online proctored via Pearson VUE OnVue, or paper-based (mainland China is paper-based only, via ATA).
Can you retake the PMP?
Up to three attempts within the 1-year eligibility period; after three failures, wait 1 year from the last attempt before reapplying
Is there a free PMP practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free PMP practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real PMP formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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