NBRC RT exam passing score: two cut scores

From January 2027, one NBRC exam decides both credentials. Here is how it is scored and retaken, from the NBRC's RT exam page and FAQ.

Checked October 24, 2026 against the official sources listed at the bottom of this page.

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If you didn't reach the cut you wanted

• You can attempt it three times. After that, you wait at least 120 days between attempts.
• Attempts on the old TMC and CSE exams don't count toward the three.
• If you hold the CRT and score below the low cut, you keep your CRT. You can retake it as many times as needed to earn the RRT.
• Fees: $360 new, $300 repeat.

More questions

What is the passing score for the NBRC RT exam?

There are two cut scores: the low cut score earns the CRT and the high cut score earns the RRT. The NBRC has not published the numbers.

How many questions are on the NBRC RT exam?

185: 160 scored and 25 pretest, in 4 hours.

Is there a wait between NBRC RT exam attempts?

After three attempts, you must wait at least 120 days between attempts.

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