Scoremojo editorial teamKey takeaways
- Literacy: 85 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes, in three modules.
- Math: 50 multiple-choice questions in 75 minutes.
- The essay is optional and takes 50 minutes.
What is on the EST I?
135multiple-choice questions
2 h 45for both sections
85Literacy questions, 90 min
50Math questions, 75 min
The EST I has a Literacy section and a Math section. Literacy is split into three modules; Math is a single section. An essay is available as an optional extra.
How much time per question?
Literacy works out to about 64 seconds per question, and Math to 90 seconds per question. Practise full sections under that clock, not just single questions.
How should you prepare for the format?
- Take one released EST I paper as a baseline.
- Drill your weakest Literacy and Math topics for several weeks.
- Finish with full timed papers so the 2 h 45 length feels normal.
On ScoremojoSix full EST I tests: the January, March and May 2026 released papers, plus three older sittings labelled "Adapted to 2026".
Where do you register and find dates?
Registration, dates and centres are published on the official EST Egypt website. Always check there before you plan.
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Questions students ask
Is the EST essay required?
It is optional on the official EST site. Check whether the universities on your list ask for it.
Sources
- EST Egypt — FAQs (read 30 Oct 2026)
- EST Egypt (read 30 Oct 2026)
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