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Our not-for-profit membership organization was  \nfounded more than 120 years ago. We pioneered programs like the SAT® and AP® to expand  \nopportunities for students and help them develop the skills they need. Our BigFuture® program  \nhelps students plan for college, pay for college, and explore careers. Learn more [at](at cb.org)[ cb.org](at cb.org).  \nAbout National Merit Scholarship  \nCorporation (NMSC)  \nNMSC® is an independent, not-for-profit organization that operates without government  \nassistance. NMSC conducts the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an annual academic  \ncompetition for recognition and college scholarships. The PSAT/NMSQT® is the screening test  \nfor high school students who wish to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Program.  \nIf you have questions about any aspect of the National Merit Scholarship Program, including  \nstudent participation requirements, the selection process, and awards offered, see the NMSC  \nsection of this publication.  \nThe PSAT/NMSQT  \nThe Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is  \ncosponsored by College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Contact customer  \nservice if you have suggestions, questions, or comments about exam setup, administration, or  \nscore reports. If you wish to report test administration irregularities, you must notify your test  \ncoordinator or the PSAT/NMSQT office immediately.  \nPSAT/NMSQT Customer Service  \nPHONE: 866-630-9305  \nINTERNATIONAL: +1-212-713-8000  \n[EMAIL:](EMAIL: psathelp@info.collegeboard.org)[ psathelp@info.collegeboard.org](EMAIL: psathelp@info.collegeboard.org)  \n© 2026 College Board. College Board, AP, BigFuture, SAT, and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of College Board.  \nBluebook, Connections, PSAT, and The Official SAT Study Guide are trademarks owned by College Board. PSAT/NMSQT  \nis a registered trademark of College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation. NMSC, National Merit, and the  \ncorporate “Lamp of Learning” logo are federally registered service marks of National Merit Scholarship Corporation. All  \nother marks are the property of their respective owners. Visit College Board on [the web:](the web: collegeboard.org)[ collegeboard.org](the web: collegeboard.org).  \nKhan Academy is a registered trademark in the United States and other jurisdictions. 2627-PN-079  \nii Fall 2026 PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide  \nContents  \nCollege Board  \n2 Test-Taking Information  \n2 Using This Guide  \n2 How the PSAT/NMSQT Is Organized  \n3 Bluebook Digital Testing  \n4 Before You Test  \n5 Away Students  \n5 Special Considerations  \n6 Test Dates and Fee  \n6 Testing Devices  \n6 If You Need Testing Accommodations  \n8 English Learner Support  \n8 Privacy Policies  \n8 Telemarketing Scams  \n8 Test Question Inquiries  \n8 Additional Information on the SAT Suite of Assessments  \n9 Prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT  \n9 Test Preview  \n9 Full-Length Adaptive PSAT/NMSQT Practice Tests  \n10 Official SAT Prep on Khan Academy  \n10 Student Question Bank  \n10 Question of the Day  \n10 Paper-Based Practice Tests  \n10 The Official SAT Study Guide  \n11 What the Reading and Writing Section Is Like  \n12 What the Math Section Is Like  \n13 Information You’ll Need on Test Day for Digital Testing  \n13 Test Day Items  \n13 Test Day Steps  \n14 Su","cbCail7GiLdEUL9t","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCail7GiLdEUL9t","pdf",2015425,44,"English","# Contents\n## College Board\n## Test-Taking Information\n## Using This Guide\n## How the PSAT/NMSQT Is Organized\n## Before You Test\n## Away Students\n## Special Considerations\n## Test Dates and Fee\n## Testing Devices\n## If You Need Testing Accommodations\n## English Learner Support\n## Privacy Policies\n## Telemarketing Scams\n## Test Question Inquiries\n## Additional Information on the SAT Suite of Assessments\n## Prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT\n## Test Preview\n## Full-Length Adaptive PSAT/NMSQT Practice Tests\n## Official SAT Prep on Khan Academy\n## Student Question Bank\n## Paper-Based Practice Tests\n## The Official SAT Study Guide\n## What the Reading and Writing Section Is Like\n## What the Math Section Is Like\n## Information You’ll Need on Test Day for Digital Testing\n## Test Day Items\n## Test Day Steps\n## Submitting Your Answers\n## After the Test\n## How the PSAT/NMSQT Is Scored\n## Retesting\n## BigFuture School and Connections\n## Getting Your Scores\n## Explore Career Options\n## College Board National Recognition Program\n## Scholarship Programs\n## PSAT/NMSQT Testing Rules\n## National Merit Scholarship Program\n## Overview\n## Steps in the 2028 National Merit Scholarship Competition\n## Entry Requirements\n## When to Take the Test\n## Eligibility Verification\n## Program Recognition\n## NMSC Selection Index\n## Commended Students\n## Semifinalists\n## Finalists\n## Choosing Scholarship Winners\n## Types of Scholarships\n## National Merit $2500 Scholarships\n## Corporate-sponsored Scholarships\n## College-sponsored Merit Scholarships\n## Scholarship Sponsors\n## Colleges and Universities","[{\"question\":\"What is the PSAT/NMSQT used for in the National Merit Scholarship Program?\",\"answer\":\"The PSAT/NMSQT is the qualifying screening test for high school students who wish to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Program. 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