MTEL · test 091
Vocational Technical Literacy Skills Test (191/291) (091)
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At a glance
Exam details
- Format
- Computer-based test (CBT) and online proctored test; Reading subtest (191): 60 multiple-choice questions Writing subtest (291): 40 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-response assignments (mtel.nesinc.com)
- Time
- Computer-Based Testing 4 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time (for one or both subtests). 15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement 4 hours testing time Read more about registering for subtests. Online Proctoring Tutorial and nondisclosure agreement: 15… (mtel.nesinc.com)
- Fee
- Reading subtest (191) only: $69.50 Writing subtest (291) only: $69.50 Both subtests: $112 (mtel.nesinc.com)
Details checked against official sources since 2026-11-09.
What it covers
The program publishes 12 content areas with approximate weights (15%, 15%, 15%, 15%, 15%, 25%, 11%, 11%, 11%, 11%, 11%, 45%). See the official test framework.
Where it's used
| State |
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| Massachusetts |