Free PSM 1 Mock Exam
Direct answer: Looking for a free PSM 1 mock exam or PSM mock test? Pretty Scrum’s Exam Mode recreates the real Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master I assessment: 80 questions, 60 minutes, no explanations during the test, and an 85% pass line. Use it as a readiness checkpoint, then return to adaptive Study Mode when a weak topic shows up.
PSM 1 and PSM I are the same certification. “Mock test” and “mock exam” here mean the same timed simulator.
Start the free PSM 1 mock test → · Practice test (Study Mode) · Exam questions guide
What this mock exam simulates
| Real PSM 1 / PSM I format | 80 multiple-choice, multiple-answer, and true/false questions |
|---|---|
| Time limit | 60 minutes |
| Passing score | 85% |
| Correct answers needed | 68 out of 80 |
| Current Scrum.org fee | $200 USD per attempt |
| Pretty Scrum cost | Free |
The goal is not to copy official Scrum.org questions. Every Pretty Scrum question is original and based on the 2020 Scrum Guide. The point is to recreate the pressure, timing, and reasoning style so you know whether you are ready before paying for the official assessment.
Mock Exam vs Study Mode
| Mode | Use it when | Feedback | Best outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study Mode | You are still learning or fixing weak topics | Instant explanations after every question | Better understanding of the Scrum Guide |
| Mock Exam | You want to test readiness under exam pressure | Score and review after the session | A realistic pass/fail signal |
If you score below 85%, do not book the real exam yet. Go back to Study Mode, drill the weak topics, then run another mock.
How to use the mock exam
- Read the 2020 Scrum Guide at least twice.
- Take a few adaptive Study Mode sessions to find weak topics.
- Run the 80-question mock exam without notes or pausing.
- Review every wrong answer and re-read the matching Scrum Guide chapter.
- Book the real PSM 1 only after two timed mocks above 85%.
What the mock exam tests
- Scrum Master accountability and what the Scrum Master does not do.
- Product Owner accountability, Product Goal, and Product Backlog ordering.
- Developers, self-management, Sprint Backlog ownership, and Daily Scrum rules.
- Scrum events, timeboxes, cancellation, and Sprint Goal protection.
- Scrum artifacts and commitments: Product Goal, Sprint Goal, Definition of Done.
- Empiricism, Scrum values, and common traps from workplace habits.
FAQ
Is this the official PSM 1 exam? No. Pretty Scrum is an independent prep tool and is not affiliated with Scrum.org. The official assessment is taken at Scrum.org.
Does this PSM mock test use real Scrum.org questions? No. The questions are original and based on the 2020 Scrum Guide. Copying official exam questions would be both unethical and bad preparation.
What score should I get before booking the real exam? Aim for at least two full timed mocks above 85% without notes. If you are scoring 82-84%, wait and fix weak topics first.
Should I start with the mock exam or practice test? Start with the practice test if you are still learning. Use the mock exam when you want a readiness check.
Next steps
Start with the mock test, then use the result to guide your study: take the free PSM 1 mock exam.
Related: PSM 1 practice test, PSM 1 exam questions, passing score, sample questions, and the PSM 1 study guide.
Author: Maurice Heinze (PSM I, certified by Scrum.org). Last updated: 2026-07-21.