Free RBT practice exams · Updated for 2026
RBT Practice Exams & Questions
Free practice for the Registered Behavior Technician exam, built on the BACB 3rd Edition Test Content Outline that took effect January 1, 2026. Timed 85-question mock exams, domain practice and instant explanations. No signup.
- 85 questions
- 90 minutes
- Detailed explanations
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Pick a full simulation or a quick warm-up. Every question shows an explanation, and answer choices are shuffled each time you see them.
Full Practice Exam
85 questions in 90 minutes, sampled to match the official domain percentages. Review every answer at the end.
Take the exam →Quick Quiz
20 mixed-domain questions, untimed. A fast way to warm up or check a weak area.
Start a quiz →Practice by Topic
Work through one domain at a time with instant feedback, and filter by easy, medium or hard.
Choose a domain →3rd Edition outline
Practice by exam domain
The real exam draws its 75 scored questions from six domains in these proportions. Behavior Acquisition is now the largest.
Data Collection and Graphing
13 of 75 scored questions on the exam · 25 practice questions herePractice this domain →Behavior Assessment
8 of 75 scored questions on the exam · 25 practice questions herePractice this domain →Behavior Acquisition
19 of 75 scored questions on the exam · 25 practice questions herePractice this domain →Behavior Reduction
14 of 75 scored questions on the exam · 25 practice questions herePractice this domain →Documentation and Reporting
10 of 75 scored questions on the exam · 25 practice questions herePractice this domain →Ethics
11 of 75 scored questions on the exam · 25 practice questions herePractice this domain →What changed
Two things changed for RBTs in 2026
Many study sites cover only the new exam outline. RBTs also moved to a new recertification cycle.
A new exam outline
The exam follows the 3rd Edition Test Content Outline from January 1, 2026: six domains, 85 questions (75 scored, 10 unscored) and 90 minutes.
See the new domain weights →Recertification every 2 years
After one final competency assessment, 12 PDUs per 2-year cycle replace the annual assessment. The first PDU deadline is January 2028.
Read the renewal details →Why practice here
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Weighted like the real exam
Full exams draw questions in the same proportions as the official domain percentages.
See the weights →Different every time
Questions and answer choices are shuffled each session, so you learn the concept, not the letter.
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Understand why an option is right or wrong, with a full review after each session.
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Exam facts
The RBT exam at a glance
Figures from the BACB RBT Handbook (updated 06/2026). Exam details can change. Always verify current requirements and exam details with the BACB before applying or testing.
| Format | 85 multiple-choice questions (75 scored + 10 unscored pilot), 4 options each |
|---|---|
| Time limit | 90 minutes |
| Cost to certify | $110 total: $65 BACB application fee + $45 Pearson VUE exam fee |
| Retakes | Up to 8 attempts in 12 months, 7 days between attempts. No BACB retake fee; Pearson VUE charges $45 each time |
| Passing score | Not published. The BACB sets it with the modified Angoff method, so “80%” is only an estimate |
| Recertification | Every 2 years for 2026 recertifications onward; $50 fee |
FAQ
Common questions
Did the RBT exam change in 2026?
Yes. Since January 1, 2026 the exam follows the BACB 3rd Edition Test Content Outline, with six domains and 85 questions (75 scored and 10 unscored).
How many questions are on the RBT exam?
85 questions, of which 75 are scored and 10 are unscored pilot questions. You have 90 minutes.
What is the largest domain on the 2026 RBT exam?
Behavior Acquisition, at 19 of the 75 scored questions (25%).
What score do I need to pass the RBT exam?
The BACB does not publish the scaled passing score. The common 80% figure is an estimate, not an official cutoff.
Are these practice questions from the real exam?
No. They are original questions written for practice and are not copied from any exam. This site is independent and is not affiliated with the BACB.
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