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Key Facts: PSLE Exam

6 subjects

Separate written papers

NECTA PSLE 2024 format

50 marks

Each subject paper

NECTA PSLE 2024 format

NECTA's PSLE has six subject papers, each worth 50 marks, with objective and constructed-response tasks rather than a single MCQ test.

Sample PSLE Practice Questions

Try these sample questions to review concepts for the PSLE exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.

1What is the value of 45,820 + 38,495?
A.83,215
B.84,315
C.84,215
D.74,315
Explanation: Adding column by column from right to left: 0 + 5 = 5; 2 + 9 = 11 (write 1, carry 1); 8 + 4 + 1 = 13 (write 3, carry 1); 5 + 8 + 1 = 14 (write 4, carry 1); 4 + 3 + 1 = 8. The sum is 84,315.
2Find the product of 324 and 25.
A.8,100
B.7,800
C.8,200
D.8,000
Explanation: Multiplying 324 by 25: 324 x 20 = 6,480, and 324 x 5 = 1,620. Adding the two partial products: 6,480 + 1,620 = 8,100.
3Find the greatest whole number that divides both 28 and 42 without a remainder.
A.7
B.14
C.21
D.84
Explanation: The common factors of 28 and 42 are 1, 2, 7 and 14. The greatest is 14, since 28 = 2 × 14 and 42 = 3 × 14.
4Convert 3/5 into a percentage.
A.35%
B.50%
C.60%
D.75%
Explanation: To convert a fraction to a percentage, multiply by 100%: (3/5) x 100% = 3 x 20% = 60%.
5A number multiplied by four and then reduced by nine gives nineteen. What is the number?
A.5
B.7
C.9
D.21
Explanation: Write 4x - 9 = 19 and add 9 to get 4x = 28. Dividing by 4 gives x = 7; checking, 4 × 7 - 9 = 19.
6What is the value of 0.75 - 0.285?
A.0.465
B.0.565
C.0.475
D.0.535
Explanation: Aligning decimal places: 0.750 - 0.285. In the thousandths: 10 - 5 = 5; hundredths: 14 - 8 = 6; tenths: 6 - 2 = 4. The difference is 0.465.
7A school has 480 pupils. If the ratio of boys to girls is 3:5, how many girls are in the school?
A.180
B.240
C.300
D.320
Explanation: The total number of ratio parts is 3 + 5 = 8 parts. The value of one part is 480 / 8 = 60 pupils. The number of girls is 5 parts: 5 x 60 = 300 girls.
8Two angles on a straight line are in the ratio 2:3. What is the measure of the larger angle?
A.72°
B.108°
C.90°
D.120°
Explanation: Angles on a straight line sum to 180°. With a ratio of 2:3, the total parts are 2 + 3 = 5. One part is 180° / 5 = 36°. The larger angle is 3 x 36° = 108°.
9Calculate the area of a trapezium with parallel sides of 14 cm and 10 cm, and a perpendicular height of 8 cm.
A.96 cm²
B.192 cm²
C.112 cm²
D.80 cm²
Explanation: The area of a trapezium is given by A = 1/2 x (a + b) x h = 1/2 x (14 + 10) x 8 = 1/2 x 24 x 8 = 12 x 8 = 96 cm².
10A trader bought a sack of rice for TZS 120,000 and sold it for TZS 150,000. What was the percentage profit?
A.20%
B.25%
C.30%
D.15%
Explanation: Profit = Selling Price - Cost Price = TZS 150,000 - TZS 120,000 = TZS 30,000. Percentage profit = (Profit / Cost Price) x 100% = (30,000 / 120,000) x 100% = 1/4 x 100% = 25%.

About the PSLE Exam

Independent OpenExamPrep practice for Tanzania's Primary School Leaving Examination, which assesses primary learning and supports selection of Form I entrants. Standard Seven completers in government and private schools are eligible. This English-language MCQ study adaptation retains Kiswahili for target-language skills. It is not an official translation or format simulation and does not replace listening passages, composition, short written answers or calculation practice. Vocational and creative skills also need practical study beyond MCQs.

Exam sponsor: National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Kiswahili, English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Social Studies and Vocational Skills, and Civic and Moral Education. The 2024 format includes MCQs, matching and written responses, with listening and composition in languages. No separate oral, coursework or practical examination is specified in this rubric.

Time Limit

Mathematics: 2 hours. English/Kiswahili: 1 hour 40 minutes. Other papers: 1 hour 30 minutes; two days in the September 2026 timetable.

Passing Score

No single guaranteed secondary-selection cutoff verified in the cited official format; consult current NECTA and selection guidance.

Exam / Certification Fees

TZS 15,000 for English-medium primary leaving examination in NECTA's table; confirm other funding arrangements with the school.

Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Official sources

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

50 marks

Mathematics

Number operations, fractions, ratios, algebra, geometry, measurement and data.

50 marks each

English and Kiswahili

Listening, reading, grammar, vocabulary and writing; MCQs review selected skills only.

50 marks

Science and Technology

Human health, organisms, matter, energy, technology and investigation.

50 marks

Social Studies and Vocational Skills

History, geography, resources, production, hygiene, food preparation and creative skills.

50 marks

Civic and Moral Education

Rights, responsibilities, governance, integrity, inclusion and peaceful participation.

Preparing for the PSLE Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: No single guaranteed secondary-selection cutoff verified in the cited official format; consult current NECTA and selection guidance.
  • Assessment: Kiswahili, English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Social Studies and Vocational Skills, and Civic and Moral Education. The 2024 format includes MCQs, matching and written responses, with listening and composition in languages. No separate oral, coursework or practical examination is specified in this rubric.
  • Time limit: Mathematics: 2 hours. English/Kiswahili: 1 hour 40 minutes. Other papers: 1 hour 30 minutes; two days in the September 2026 timetable.
  • Exam / certification fees: TZS 15,000 for English-medium primary leaving examination in NECTA's table; confirm other funding arrangements with the school. Official sources

Using Our Practice Resources

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PSLE: Suggested Study Strategy

1Practise written arithmetic and show units.
2Read and write in English and Kiswahili; include listening passages.
3Revise vocational skills and creative work alongside social studies.
4Use the official subject formats and current timetable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can sit PSLE?

NECTA specifies pupils who have completed Standard Seven in government or private schools.

Are all questions multiple-choice?

No. The official format includes written answers, composition, calculations and listening tasks. This English-language MCQ bank is a study adaptation.

How long are the papers?

Mathematics lasts two hours, English and Kiswahili 100 minutes, and the other papers 90 minutes. Check current provisions for special needs.