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Key Facts: Islamic Studies License (STT) Exam

Saudi Islamic studies teachers take ETEC/Qiyas professional licensure tests—a general pedagogical MCQ exam plus a specialized Islamic studies subject-knowledge (STT) exam—after meeting Ministry eligibility. This free bank offers 100 practice questions on Qur'an, hadith, aqidah, fiqh, seerah, akhlaq, pedagogy, and assessment.

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1Over approximately how many years was the Qur'an revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)?
A.About 23 years
B.About 10 years
C.About 40 years
D.About 5 years
Explanation: Classical sources agree the Qur'an was revealed gradually over roughly 23 years, beginning in Makkah and continuing in Madinah until shortly before the Prophet's death.
2Surahs revealed before the Hijrah to Madinah are generally classified as what type?
A.Makki
B.Madani
C.Mufassal
D.Muhkam only
Explanation: Makki surahs are those whose revelation began in Makkah; Madani surahs are associated with the Madinan period after the Hijrah.
3In tafsir methodology, what does 'asbab al-nuzul' refer to?
A.Circumstances or occasions of revelation
B.Rules of abrogation (naskh)
C.Variant qira'at readings
D.Grammatical analysis of ayat
Explanation: Asbab al-nuzul are the reported contexts that explain why or when particular verses were revealed, helping teachers situate meaning without replacing the text's general application.
4How many surahs does the standard Qur'an contain?
A.114
B.120
C.99
D.30
Explanation: The mushaf universally used in Saudi schools contains 114 surahs, from Al-Fatihah through An-Nas.
5Tafsir that relies primarily on the Qur'an, authentic Sunnah, statements of the Companions, and Arabic language is called:
A.Tafsir bil-ma'thur (by transmission)
B.Tafsir bil-ra'y (by opinion alone)
C.Tafsir ishraqi (mystical allegory)
D.Tafsir without isnad
Explanation: Tafsir bil-ma'thur anchors interpretation in transmitted evidence—the Qur'an, Sunnah, sahabah, and Arabic usage—which is the mainstream approach in Saudi Islamic education.
6Which concept explains that a later Qur'anic ruling may supersede an earlier one while both texts remain in the mushaf?
A.Naskh (abrogation)
B.Tawil (figurative interpretation)
C.Qiyas (analogy)
D.Ijma' (consensus)
Explanation: Naskh is the classical principle that a later divine command can replace an earlier one in legal effect, though the earlier wording may still be recited.
7The Qur'an is divided into 30 equal reading sections commonly used for monthly khatm. These sections are called:
A.Juz' (ajza')
B.Hizb only
C.Rub' only
D.Ayat al-ahkam
Explanation: A juz' is one-thirtieth of the mushaf; each juz' is further subdivided into two hizb sections for pacing memorization and recitation.
8The seven (or ten) mutawatir qira'at accepted in Sunni scholarship refer to:
A.Authorized modes of Qur'anic recitation transmitted with chains
B.Different translations of the Qur'an
C.Variant orderings of surahs
D.Poetic paraphrases for children
Explanation: Qira'at are orally transmitted recitation modes with minor consonantal/vowel differences, all preserving one revelation; they are taught in advanced tajwid and ulum al-Qur'an units.
9In tajwid instruction, 'makhraj' (point of articulation) primarily teaches students:
A.Where each Arabic letter sound originates in the mouth/throat
B.The meaning of difficult vocabulary
C.The chronological order of revelation
D.How to write calligraphy
Explanation: Makharij al-huruf identify the physical origin of each letter so recitation preserves the Prophet's manner of reading and avoids conflating similar sounds.
10Surah Al-Fatihah is often called Umm al-Kitab because it:
A.Summarizes core themes of worship, praise, and guidance
B.Was the first surah revealed in full
C.Contains the longest ayah in the Qur'an
D.Lists all pillars of Islam
Explanation: Al-Fatihah encapsulates praise of Allah, acknowledgment of lordship, and the prayer for guidance—themes echoed throughout the Qur'an.

About the Islamic Studies License (STT) Exam

The Saudi Specialized Professional License Test in Islamic Studies is the ETEC/Qiyas subject-knowledge licensure examination for Islamic education teachers seeking the professional teaching license. It measures specialized content knowledge across Qur'an and tafsir, hadith sciences, aqidah (tawhid), fiqh, seerah and Islamic history, akhlaq, classroom pedagogy, and assessment aligned to Saudi Ministry Islamic curriculum expectations and teacher professional standards, alongside the separate general pedagogical licensure component. This free practice bank offers 100 multiple-choice questions for STT preparation.

Assessment

Saudi professional licensure for Islamic studies teachers is administered by Qiyas under ETEC. Candidates generally must meet Ministry eligibility requirements and pass a general pedagogical MCQ test (GTT) plus a specialized Islamic studies subject-knowledge MCQ test (STT). Tests are computer-based multiple-choice exams registered through Qiyas e-services. This bank targets the Islamic studies specialization STT, not the separate GTT.

Time Limit

Commonly about two hours of answering time for Qiyas professional tests, plus early arrival for identity verification; confirm the duration shown for your registered session.

Passing Score

Older licensing documentation cited 50% on subject and pedagogical components; current prep sources often cite about 60% per component. A single fixed public pass mark for the Islamic studies STT was not confirmed on the official pages reviewed for this bank. Verify the current standard in Qiyas e-services.

Exam Fee

Commonly reported at about 100 SAR per licensure test component, with higher fees sometimes cited for repeat attempts. Confirm the current fee in the Qiyas e-services portal before payment. (National Center for Assessment (Qiyas), under the Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC))

Islamic Studies License (STT) Exam Content Outline

18%

Qur'an and Tafsir

Revelation, surah classification, asbab al-nuzul, ulum al-Qur'an, tajwid, compilation, naskh, and tafsir bil-ma'thur.

14%

Hadith Sciences

Sanad/matn, classifications, kutub al-sittah, mustalah, and teaching authenticated Sunnah.

16%

Aqidah (Tawhid)

Pillars of iman, rububiyyah, uluhiyyah, asma wa sifat, qadar, and mainstream creed instruction.

18%

Fiqh

Worship, taharah, salah, zakat, sawm, hajj, muamalat, and Hanbali-aligned classroom fiqh.

14%

Seerah and Islamic History

Prophetic biography, Hijrah, khulafa rashidun, and Islamic civilization themes.

8%

Akhlaq and Character Education

Tahdhib, truthfulness, parental kindness, teacher adab, and soul purification.

8%

Islamic Pedagogy and Curriculum

Lesson design, differentiation, active learning, and Ministry standards alignment.

4%

Assessment and Evaluation

Formative/authentic assessment, rubrics, and item analysis for Islamic studies.

How to Pass the Islamic Studies License (STT) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Older licensing documentation cited 50% on subject and pedagogical components; current prep sources often cite about 60% per component. A single fixed public pass mark for the Islamic studies STT was not confirmed on the official pages reviewed for this bank. Verify the current standard in Qiyas e-services.
  • Assessment: Saudi professional licensure for Islamic studies teachers is administered by Qiyas under ETEC. Candidates generally must meet Ministry eligibility requirements and pass a general pedagogical MCQ test (GTT) plus a specialized Islamic studies subject-knowledge MCQ test (STT). Tests are computer-based multiple-choice exams registered through Qiyas e-services. This bank targets the Islamic studies specialization STT, not the separate GTT.
  • Time limit: Commonly about two hours of answering time for Qiyas professional tests, plus early arrival for identity verification; confirm the duration shown for your registered session.
  • Exam fee: Commonly reported at about 100 SAR per licensure test component, with higher fees sometimes cited for repeat attempts. Confirm the current fee in the Qiyas e-services portal before payment.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Islamic Studies License (STT) Study Tips from Top Performers

1Map your review to Islamic studies teacher professional standards—content mastery (Qur'an, hadith, aqidah, fiqh) and pedagogical application—then practise timed MCQs under exam conditions.
2Do not neglect the separate general pedagogical licensure component (GTT) if your eligibility requires both tests; this bank practises only the Islamic studies STT specialization.
3Strengthen weak subskills systematically: if you miss hadith classification or fiqh items, revisit those units before pedagogy questions.
4Practise under timed conditions with roughly 1–2 minutes per item to match the pacing of Qiyas professional computerized tests.
5Connect content review to pedagogy items—know how to teach Qur'an recitation with tajwid, explain aqidah with evidence, and design valid classroom assessments for Islamic studies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs the Saudi specialized Islamic studies professional license test?

The specialized Islamic studies licensure pathway targets teachers of Islamic education in Saudi public schools who must meet ETEC/Qiyas professional license requirements alongside Ministry eligibility rules. Confirm your category in Qiyas e-services.

Is the Islamic studies STT the same as the general pedagogical test?

No. The general pedagogical test (التربوي العام) measures shared teaching competencies for all subjects. The specialized Islamic studies STT measures subject knowledge—Qur'an, hadith, aqidah, fiqh, seerah, akhlaq, pedagogy, and assessment—in your field.

How many questions are on the live STT Islamic studies exam?

Public prep materials for specialized teacher tests often describe roughly 60–88 items in a timed computerized session. ETEC does not always publish one fixed count on the main pages reviewed for this bank. This free practice set has 100 Islamic-studies-focused MCQs.

What is the passing score and exam fee?

Older documentation cited 50% on subject and pedagogical components; current prep sources often cite about 60% per component and about 100 SAR per test. These figures were not confirmed as a single stable public table on the official Qiyas pages reviewed for this bank. Always verify current rules in Qiyas e-services before registering.

What Islamic studies topics should I study for the STT?

Review Qur'an and tafsir, hadith sciences, aqidah (tawhid), fiqh, seerah and Islamic history, akhlaq, Islamic pedagogy, and classroom assessment, plus how these apply in Saudi Islamic education classrooms. This bank distributes 100 practice items across those domains.