Will NGN Change Again in 2027?
NCSBN test plan cycles, what might change next, and how to prep for unknowns.
The NCLEX test plan is reviewed every 3 years. Speculation on what's next.
Test plan cycle
Reviewed by NCSBN every 3 years. Next major review likely 2026-2027 with possible 2027-2028 changes.
What might change
Item type refinements based on data. Possible new media (animation, interactive). Continued NGN expansion. Item content updated for current practice (e.g., COVID-era nursing).
What probably won't
Pass/fail outcome. CAT algorithm core. 5-hour test window. Major test plan content categories.
Frequently asked
Should I worry about future changes?
If you're testing in next 12 months: no, current NGN format holds. If you're testing in 2027+: stay tuned to NCSBN announcements.
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