NYSTCE · test 163
Physics CST (163)
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At a glance
Exam details
- Format
- Computer-based test (CBT) 90 selected-response items and 1 constructed-response item (nystce.nesinc.com)
- Time
- 3 hours and 30 minutes total appointment time 15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement 3 hours and 15 minutes testing time (nystce.nesinc.com)
- Passing score
- 520 (nystce.nesinc.com)
- Fee
- $122 (nystce.nesinc.com)
Details checked against official sources since 2026-11-09.
What it covers
The program publishes 4 content areas with approximate weights (16%, 16%, 11%, 11%). See the official test framework.
Where it's used
| State |
|---|
| New York |