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Key Facts: MUET Exam
MUET is administered by Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia (the Malaysian Examinations Council) three times a year for entry to Malaysian university degree programmes.
Since January 2021 the four MUET papers are weighted equally at 25% each, replacing the old format where Reading carried the largest share.
MUET is scored on an aggregated scale out of 360, with each paper marked out of 90 (Malaysian Examinations Council).
MUET results are reported as bands from 1.0 (lowest) to 5+ (highest), mapped to CEFR levels from A2 up to C1+.
The MUET Reading paper (800/3) has 40 questions across seven parts and lasts 75 minutes (MPM test specifications).
The MUET Listening paper (800/1) has 30 questions across five parts in about 50 minutes, with each text played twice.
The regular MUET fee is RM150 for Malaysian candidates and RM350 for non-Malaysian candidates (MPM).
MUET results released since 2009 are valid for five years from the date of release, after which a retake may be required.
MUET is Malaysia's compulsory CEFR-aligned university English test with four equally weighted papers (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing) scored from Band 1.0 to 5+ out of 360; the regular fee is RM150 for Malaysians.
Sample MUET Practice Questions
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1MUET Reading Part 1 (multiple matching). Read three short notices and answer: Which event is FREE to attend? A. Campus Jazz Night — Tickets RM10 at the Student Union desk. Saturday, 8 pm, Main Hall. B. Career Fair 2026 — Open to all students and the public. No entry charge. 10 am to 4 pm, Sports Complex. C. Film Society Screening — Members only; annual membership RM25. Which notice describes the event that is free to attend?
2Read this short text and answer the question. 'The library's new self-checkout machines have cut average waiting time at the counter by half. Staff who once spent hours scanning books now help students find resources and use research databases.' What is the main idea of the text?
3Inferring meaning from context (a key MUET Reading skill). Read: 'Despite the heavy rain, the volunteers worked tirelessly until the flood barriers were complete.' In this sentence, the word 'tirelessly' most nearly means
4Read this passage. 'Coral reefs cover less than one percent of the ocean floor, yet they support roughly a quarter of all marine species. When water temperatures rise even slightly for prolonged periods, corals expel the algae living in their tissues and turn white, an event known as bleaching. Bleached corals are not dead, but they are far more likely to starve.' According to the passage, coral bleaching occurs when
5Distinguishing fact from opinion is a MUET Reading skill (Part 4). Which of the following statements is an OPINION rather than a fact?
6Read this passage. 'Some employers argue that a four-day working week reduces output. However, trials in several companies have shown the opposite: when given an extra day off, employees reported higher job satisfaction and, in many cases, produced the same amount of work in fewer hours.' What is the writer's attitude towards the four-day week?
7MUET Reading Part 5 (gapped text). Read the paragraph with one gap. 'Electric vehicles produce no exhaust emissions while driving. ____ This means the overall environmental benefit depends heavily on how a country generates its power.' Which sentence best fills the gap?
8Read this passage. 'Sleep researchers have found that students who study late into the night often perform worse in examinations than those who sleep early and revise in the morning. The brain consolidates new information during deep sleep, so cutting sleep short can undo hours of revision.' What can be inferred from the passage?
9Read this text and identify its purpose. 'Warning: Do not operate this blender without the lid securely in place. Always switch off and unplug the unit before removing the jug or cleaning the blades.' What is the main purpose of this text?
10Read these two short reviews of the same cafe and answer the comparison question (MUET Reading Part 4). Review 1: 'Great coffee and friendly staff, but the place gets very crowded at lunch.' Review 2: 'The food is delicious and there is plenty of seating, though service can be slow.' On which point do the two reviewers DISAGREE?
About the MUET Exam
The Malaysian University English Test (MUET) is the compulsory English proficiency test for entry to first-degree studies at Malaysian universities, administered three times a year by Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia (the Malaysian Examinations Council). Since a major reform in January 2021, MUET is aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR): the old Band 1 to 6 scale (maximum 300) was replaced by bands from 1.0 to 5+ on an aggregated score out of 360, and the four papers were re-weighted to 25% each and made more communicative and real-world in focus. The four components are Listening (800/1, 50 minutes, 30 questions), Speaking (800/2, 30 minutes), Reading (800/3, 75 minutes, 40 questions) and Writing (800/4, 75 minutes). Candidates must attempt all four papers to receive an overall band, and results are valid for five years. This free practice set covers the selected-response skills of Reading and Listening with self-contained passages and transcripts, plus the MCQ-testable knowledge of Writing and Speaking such as register, format, language functions and the test's structure.
Exam sponsor: Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia (Malaysian Examinations Council), under the Malaysian Ministry of Education. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
70 questions
Time Limit
About 230 minutes total across four papers (Listening 50 min, Speaking 30 min, Reading 75 min, Writing 75 min)
Passing Score
Reported as a band from 1.0 to 5+ (CEFR A2 to C1+) based on an aggregated score out of 360; there is no single fixed pass mark, and universities set their own minimum band.
Exam / Certification Fees
RM150 for Malaysian citizens and RM350 for non-citizens (regular sessions); MUET on Demand costs RM250 / RM550.
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Reading
Seven parts, ten texts, 40 questions in 75 minutes: multiple matching, three- and four-option MCQs and a gapped text testing main ideas, specific information, inferencing, fact vs opinion, attitude, cause and effect and comparison.
Listening
Five parts, seven texts, 30 questions in about 50 minutes: dialogues and monologues with three-option MCQs and a multiple-matching task on main ideas, details, attitude and implied meaning; each text is played twice.
Writing
Two tasks in 75 minutes: a guided letter or email (at least 100 words) and an essay (at least 250 words), assessed on register, accuracy, organisation and cohesion.
Speaking
Individual presentation (2 minutes) and group discussion (8 to 12 minutes), assessed on accuracy, range, fluency and interaction such as turn-taking and reaching consensus.
Preparing for the MUET Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Reported as a band from 1.0 to 5+ (CEFR A2 to C1+) based on an aggregated score out of 360; there is no single fixed pass mark, and universities set their own minimum band.
- Exam length: 70 questions
- Time limit: About 230 minutes total across four papers (Listening 50 min, Speaking 30 min, Reading 75 min, Writing 75 min)
- Exam / certification fees: RM150 for Malaysian citizens and RM350 for non-citizens (regular sessions); MUET on Demand costs RM250 / RM550. Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MUET and who administers it?
MUET is the Malaysian University English Test, a compulsory English proficiency test for entry to first-degree studies at Malaysian universities. It is administered three times a year by Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia, the Malaysian Examinations Council (MPM/MEC), a statutory body under the Ministry of Education.
How is MUET scored and what is the highest band?
Since 2021 each of the four papers is scored out of 90, giving an aggregated score out of 360. Results are reported as bands from 1.0 (lowest) to 5+ (highest), mapped to CEFR levels from A2 up to C1+. There is no single fixed pass mark; universities set their own minimum band.
What are the four MUET papers and how long are they?
The four papers are Listening (800/1, 50 minutes), Speaking (800/2, 30 minutes), Reading (800/3, 75 minutes) and Writing (800/4, 75 minutes). Each paper is weighted equally at 25%. Candidates must attempt all four to obtain an overall band.
How many questions are in the Listening and Reading papers?
The Listening paper has 30 questions across five parts (dialogues, monologues and a multiple-matching task), with each recorded text played twice. The Reading paper has 40 questions across seven parts, using multiple matching, three- and four-option multiple-choice questions and a gapped text.
What changed in the January 2021 MUET reform?
MUET was aligned to the CEFR. The old Band 1 to 6 scale (maximum 300) was replaced by bands 1.0 to 5+ on an aggregated score out of 360, the four papers were re-weighted to 25% each, and the content became more communicative and real-world rather than grammar-and-exam-based.
How much does MUET cost and how long are results valid?
The regular MUET fee is RM150 for Malaysian candidates and RM350 for non-Malaysian candidates; MUET on Demand costs RM250 and RM550 respectively. MUET results issued since 2009 are valid for five years from the date of issue.
When is MUET held in 2026?
MUET 2026 runs in three sessions. The written tests (Reading, Writing and Listening) are scheduled around 25 April, 27 June and 17 October 2026, with the Speaking tests taken on separate dates spread over about two weeks before or around each written test.