What are good signs you passed NCLEX?

1. You didn’t receive a new Authorization to Test (ATT)
If you passed, the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) won’t send a new ATT. A new ATT is only issued if you failed and are eligible to retake the exam.

2. Your nursing license status updates
Some state boards update your license online with titles like “Temporary License” or “Nurse of the Future” while processing your permanent license; indicating you passed.

3. Pearson VUE account shows no retest option
After passing, your Pearson VUE account will no longer allow you to schedule another NCLEX. Your exam history may also reflect a completed exam with no retake option.

4. You get unofficial “quick results” (if available)
Certain states offer unofficial results via Pearson VUE within 48 hours for a small fee; though this service isn’t available everywhere.

5. You feel confident about question difficulty
Many test-takers report that questions became more complex, suggesting the computer adaptive test recognized their competence.

These signs are encouraging but not guarantees. Only your official results from your state nursing board confirm your outcome. If in doubt, contact your board or Pearson VUE directly.