How to get the most from these questions
Treat this as a mini diagnostic. Aim for about a minute and a half per question, which matches the real exam's average pace.
- Pick an answer before you second-guess yourself. Your first-instinct accuracy is useful data.
- Read every explanation, even for questions you get right.
- Note the BASK area on each miss. Two misses in the same area is a signal.
All ten are original and written to the 2026 SHRM BASK. They are not actual exam items. SHRM prohibits sharing live exam content, and you should avoid any source that claims to offer it.
SHRM-SCP practice questions
What your score tells you
| Score | What it suggests | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| 9–10 | Strong command of these topics | Test yourself on a larger, timed set to confirm |
| 7–8 | Solid, with a few gaps | Review the BASK areas you missed and log each miss |
| 5–6 | Uneven readiness | Follow a structured plan like our 12-week guide |
| 0–4 | Early in your preparation | Start with the BASK and a full diagnostic |
Ten questions is a small sample. Use it to guide what you study next, not to predict your result.
If you missed scenario questions, the situational judgment framework is the best place to go next. If you missed law questions, review the Workplace domain in the 2026 BASK guide.
Frequently asked questions
No. They are original questions written to the 2026 SHRM BASK. SHRM's candidate agreement prohibits sharing or using actual exam content.
Yes. SHRM provides a set of sample questions for both exams on its certification site. SHRM notes that performance on those samples doesn't indicate how you'll score on the exam.
There is no official number. Focus on steady practice across all six BASK areas, review every explanation, and complete at least two full-length timed simulations.
Each form has 134 questions: 80 knowledge items and 54 situational judgment items, with 24 unscored field-test items mixed in.
Exam facts on this page come from SHRM's published exam details, the 2026 SHRM Certification Handbook, and the 2026 SHRM BASK. Fees, dates and policies can change, so confirm them at shrm.org before you apply. Practice questions here are original and are not actual exam content.