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Preliminary SAT (PSAT) Class Deliverables

Online Live / Classroom Deliverables

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Comprehensive Sessions

36 hours of Online or Offline concept-based and topic-wise PSAT sessions

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Targeted Practice

36 Works sheets to cover every concept and question type tested on PSAT

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Strategic Mock Tests

Additional 10 hours of online Workshops targeting test taking strategies

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In-Depth Analysis

10 Hours of Test analysis and review (2 hour long sessions after each Mock PSAT)

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Access to Resources

5 Mock PSATs during the 5 weekends leading up to the test date

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Official College Board Tests

1 Official Full length College Board Tests

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Official College Board Tests

10 Section Tests (5 Modules each of English and Math)

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Official College Board Tests

Customised practice sheets to address weak areas of the students (weak areas are determined through analysis of student’s performance on Mock PSATs)

About Digital PSAT

The Preliminary SAT (PSAT) is a standardized test that serves as a preparatory exam for the SAT. Students planning to take the SAT as juniors can use the PSAT to familiarize themselves with the digital testing experience. Additionally, it serves as the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program, making it a crucial step for students aiming for scholarships and college admissions. The PSAT assesses students' reading, writing, and math skills, helping them identify their strengths and areas for improvement before taking the SAT.

Why Study at GIDE?

Why Study at GIDE

PSAT Exam Pattern

The digital PSAT comprises two sections: Reading and Writing and Math. 

Module
No. of Questions
Duration

Reading & Writing Module 1

27

32 minutes

Reading & Writing Module 2

27

32 minutes

Break

10 minutes

Math Module 1

22

35 minutes

Math Module 2

27

35 minutes

The total test duration is 2 hours 24 minutes (including the 10 minute break after the two modules of Reading and Writing). 

PSAT/NMSQT & PSAT 10: Each section (Reading & Writing, Math) is scored between 160–760, with a total possible score of 1520.

Digital PSAT Exam Syllabus: Reading and Writing

This section assesses college and career readiness in literacy through questions that require:

Type of English

Details

Information and Ideas:

• Identifying central ideas and key details for comprehension.
• Analyzing evidence from text, tables, and graphs.
• Making inferences for showing reasoning skills.

Craft and Structure:

• Understanding and using high-utility words in context.
• Evaluating text structure and purposes.
• Making connections between contemporary and related texts.

Standard English Conventions:

• Editing text for proper grammar and standard English sentence structure usage and punctuation.

Expression of Ideas:

• Revising text for clarity, effectiveness, written expression and rhetorical goals.

PSAT Exam Fee Structure

The PSAT exam fee varies based on your location and school policies. The standard PSAT/NMSQT fee is approximately $18, but some schools may cover the cost. Check with your school for specific details.

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