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Pass the USMLE Step 1 Exam
Practice with realistic USMLE Step 1 questions, detailed explanations, exam simulation, and weak-area tracking.
Free 10-question readiness test. No credit card required.
Are you ready for the USMLE Step 1 exam?
Take a free 10-question readiness test drawn from the USMLE Step 1 question bank, balanced across its topics. You get a practice readiness estimate and a per-topic breakdown of your strong and weak areas — before you spend a minute studying the wrong thing.
Don't discover your weak areas on exam day. Know what to study next.
Start Readiness TestWhat you get
- 1,000 realistic practice questions with detailed explanations for every answer.
- Timed exam simulation — 40 questions in 60 minutes, matching the format described in the exam overview below.
- Topic-specific practice across 18 topics, so you can drill exactly where you are weak.
- Weak-area identification — the readiness test and your practice history show which topics need work.
- Progress tracking — pick up where you left off, on any device.
- Personalized study recommendations based on your results.
Open the full USMLE Step 1 study app — $99 one-time, first questions free.
Exam overview
| Exam code / version | Step 1 |
|---|---|
| Category | Healthcare |
| Program | CertEdge |
| Practice questions on CertSight | 1,000 |
| Timed mock format | 40 questions in 60 minutes |
| CertSight price | $99 one-time — this is CertSight's prep price, not the official exam fee |
| Who it is for | Medical students and graduates seeking US licensure |
| Prerequisites | Enrollment in or graduation from medical school |
| Content last reviewed | October 2026 |
USMLE Step 1 has up to 280 questions in one 8-hour session, delivered in blocks (up to 40 questions in 60 minutes; from May 2026, blocks of up to 20 in 30 minutes). This mock simulates one 60-minute block.
USMLE Step 1 topics
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Behavioral Science
- Cardiovascular
- Neurologic
- Gastrointestinal
- Respiratory
- Endocrine
- Reproductive
- Musculoskeletal
- Renal
- Hematologic
- Psychiatric
- Immunologic
- Multisystem
Try a few questions
Sample questions from the USMLE Step 1 bank. Answers are checked on the server — nothing is revealed until you answer.
Question 1. A young patient has sudden regular narrow-complex tachycardia at 180 beats per minute. Vagal maneuvers fail. What is the next step?
Question 2. At what age should HPV-based cervical cancer screening begin?
Question 3. A patient has hematemesis with a history of alcohol use. Endoscopy shows esophageal varices with active bleeding. What is the immediate treatment?
How CertSight helps
- Practice with realistic questions and instant explanations.
- Measure with the free readiness test and timed mock exams.
- Identify weaknesses from your per-topic results.
- Improve by drilling your weakest topics first.
- Retest and track your readiness as it grows.
USMLE Step 1 FAQ
Is there a free USMLE Step 1 practice test?
Yes. This page offers a free 10-question readiness test — no account or credit card required. You see your score and a per-topic breakdown as soon as you finish.
How many USMLE Step 1 practice questions does CertSight include?
The full USMLE Step 1 prep includes 1,000 practice questions, each with a detailed explanation of the answer.
What is the timed mock exam format?
The timed mock has 40 questions in 60 minutes. USMLE Step 1 has up to 280 questions in one 8-hour session, delivered in blocks (up to 40 questions in 60 minutes; from May 2026, blocks of up to 20 in 30 minutes). This mock simulates one 60-minute block.
How much does CertSight cost for USMLE Step 1?
Full access to the USMLE Step 1 prep is $99 — a one-time purchase (no subscription), with lifetime access and free content updates. The first questions are free to try.
Who is this USMLE Step 1 prep for?
Medical students and graduates seeking US licensure
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