{"id":30698,"date":"2025-09-09T14:36:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T14:36:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=30698"},"modified":"2025-09-09T14:42:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T14:42:53","slug":"opra-exam-passing-marks-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"OPRA Exam Passing Marks Explained: Minimum Score &#038; Success Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-black ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd9933;color:#dd9933\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd9933;color:#dd9933\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#What_is_the_OPRA_Exam\" >What is the OPRA Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#OPRA_Exam_Structure\" >OPRA Exam Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#OPRA_Exam_Content_Breakdown\" >OPRA Exam Content Breakdown<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#OPRA_Exam_Passing_Marks_Grading_System\" >OPRA Exam Passing Marks &amp; Grading System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#OPRA_Exam_Results\" >OPRA Exam Results<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#Cognitive_Levels_Tested\" >Cognitive Levels Tested<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#Preparation_Tips_for_OPRA_Exam_Success\" >Preparation Tips for OPRA Exam Success<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#How_Elite_Expertise_Can_Help_You_Prepare\" >How Elite Expertise Can Help You Prepare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/opra-exam-passing-marks-explained\/#FAQs_on_OPRA_Exam_Passing_Marks_2025\" >FAQs on OPRA Exam Passing Marks 2025<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"30698\" class=\"elementor elementor-30698\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-24c14fa8 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"24c14fa8\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-366cc9e4 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"366cc9e4\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a985ff1 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3a985ff1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>OPRA exam passing marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are determined using a psychometric standard-setting process, not a fixed percentage.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>OPRA exam minimum marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reflect the ability required for provisional pharmacist registration.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Results are released in about 4 weeks and provide section feedback but no raw scores.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Success is based on overall performance, not individual content areas.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing with the official resources and well-structured guidance will increase your potential chances of success.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Overseas Pharmacist Readiness Assessment (OPRA) exam is a critical step that every aspiring overseas-trained pharmacist must clear to practice in New Zealand or Australia. The most common concern they face is in terms of understanding the <\/span><b>OPRA exam passing marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the overall process, and the way the grading system works.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep reading as we rightly guide you through the <\/span><b>OPRA exam minimum marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the exam structure, exam cut-off score and the right ways to effectively prepare for success in 2025.\u00a0<\/span>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_OPRA_Exam\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What is the OPRA Exam?<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OPRA examination is vitally used to assess whether an international pharmacy graduate has the potential knowledge and skills to effectively practice in New Zealand or Australia. This particular exam ensures that the overseas pharmacists can meet the professional standards before they start applying for the intern or provisional registration.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passing the OPRA exam is a must to take forward the registration process, and without completing it, you can never progress in terms of practising as a fully registered pharmacist.\u00a0<\/span>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OPRA_Exam_Structure\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>OPRA Exam Structure<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OPRA exam is a closed-book and computer-based examination that is conducted in approved test centres.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exam Format<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The exam format has 120 multiple-choice types of questions.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exam Duration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 150 minutes (Roughly 2 hours and 30 minutes).<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pre-exam activities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 5 minutes for a non-disclosure agreement and 10 minutes for a tutorial.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Post-exam:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 5 minutes for a feedback survey.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The questions are randomly ordered and multiple live versions of the exam exist. This ensures fairness and maintains exam integrity.<\/span>\n\n<iframe title=\"How to Become a Licensed Pharmacist in Australia from India 2025 | OPRA Exam Full Journey\" width=\"1260\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/M6zXeSORtZ8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OPRA_Exam_Content_Breakdown\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>OPRA Exam Content Breakdown<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam covers five major content areas, each contributing to the overall score:<\/span>\n<style>\n  .styled-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n    margin: 20px 0;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    text-align: left;\n    box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .styled-table thead tr {\n    background-color: #D69E33;\n    color: #ffffff;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-weight: bold;\n  }\n  .styled-table th, \n  .styled-table td {\n    padding: 12px 16px;\n  }\n  .styled-table tbody tr {\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n  }\n  .styled-table tbody tr:nth-of-type(even) {\n    background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  }\n  .styled-table tbody tr:hover {\n    background-color: #f1f7ff;\n  }\n  .styled-table tbody tr:last-of-type {\n    border-bottom: 3px solid #D69E33;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<table class=\"styled-table\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th>Content Area<\/th>\n      <th>Weight (%)<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Biomedical Sciences<\/td>\n      <td>20%<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Medicinal Chemistry &amp; Biopharmaceutics<\/td>\n      <td>10%<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Pharmacokinetics &amp; Pharmacodynamics<\/td>\n      <td>10%<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Pharmacology &amp; Toxicology<\/td>\n      <td>15%<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Therapeutics &amp; Patient Care<\/td>\n      <td>45%<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since Therapeutics and Patient Care make up nearly half of the exam, mastering clinical applications and safe use of medicines is critical for success.<\/span>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OPRA_Exam_Passing_Marks_Grading_System\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>OPRA Exam Passing Marks &amp; Grading System<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key question for candidates is: What are the<\/span><b> OPRA exam passing marks?<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OPRA exam uses a scaled scoring system. This means:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>OPRA exam cut-off score<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is determined using psychometric standard-setting methods involving subject matter experts.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The passing standard reflects the minimum ability level required to begin supervised practice as an intern pharmacist.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 90% of questions are scored, while 10% are unscored and used for testing.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Success is measured against the passing standard, not against other candidates.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In short, there is no fixed percentage or raw score publicly disclosed. Instead, the <\/span><b>passing score for the OPRA pharmacy exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is based on overall performance across all 120 questions.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This approach ensures fairness regardless of which version of the exam you receive.<\/span>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OPRA_Exam_Results\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>OPRA Exam Results<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you sit the exam, results are typically released within 4 weeks. You\u2019ll receive an email notification when your results are available.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what you can expect:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Results show whether you met the <\/span><b>OPRA exam minimum marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for passing.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will also receive feedback on your performance in each content area.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, your overall outcome (pass or unsuccessful) is determined by total performance, not individual section scores.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raw marks and percentages are not shared, as they do not reflect the psychometric grading system.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If unsuccessful, you may re-register and pay the fee to attempt the full exam again. Partial credits are not carried forward.<\/span>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cognitive_Levels_Tested\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Cognitive Levels Tested<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OPRA exam does more than test recall. Questions are designed across three cognitive levels:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recall\/Remembering<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 55% of questions.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Comprehension\/Understanding<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 30%.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Application<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 15%.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This structure ensures you not only remember facts but also demonstrate clinical application skills, which are essential for pharmacy practice.<\/span>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><a style=\"background-color: #ffcc00; color: #000; padding: 15px 25px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 8px; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/opra-exam-preparation-course\/ \">\n\ud83d\udc49 Join the OPRA Preparation Course Now <\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_Tips_for_OPRA_Exam_Success\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Preparation Tips for OPRA Exam Success<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To achieve the <\/span><b>OPRA exam passing marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, preparation is key. Here are some of the proven strategies that you can follow to achieve success in your first attempt itself:<\/span>\n<ol>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Focus on the High-Weight Areas <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Always prioritise Therapeutics &amp; Patient Care (45%) and then the Biomedical Sciences (20%).<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mastering Dose Calculations <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Practice calculations in terms of dosages, dilutions and infusion rates.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Using Official Resources<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Make use of the previous years&#8217; <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/opra-exam-preparation-course\/\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">OPRA exam<\/span><\/a> papers as samples, then make use of textbooks, clinical guidelines and journals to learn better.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Simulating Exam Conditions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Time yourself answering 120 MCQs in 150 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Staying Updated <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Base your preparation on the most recent evidence-based resources.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seeking Expert Guidance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Well-structured coaching can certainly make a big difference.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Elite_Expertise_Can_Help_You_Prepare\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>How Elite Expertise Can Help You Prepare<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing for the OPRA exam on your own can feel overwhelming. This is where Elite Expertise provides an advantage. Their OPRA Exam Preparation Course is designed specifically for overseas-trained pharmacists.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With tailored study plans, expert guidance, and practical tips, Elite Expertise helps you:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand the <\/span><b>OPRA exam grading system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on key content areas.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build confidence with practice materials and exam strategies.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximise your chances of reaching the <\/span><b>OPRA exam minimum marks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> required to pass.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your goal is to secure your pharmacy career in Australia or New Zealand, Elite Expertise can be your trusted partner in exam preparation.<\/span>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Final Words<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OPRA examination is the right gateway to becoming a registered pharmacist in New Zealand or Australia. By correctly and effectively understanding the <\/span><b>OPRA exam cut off score<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, following the best preparation strategies, results system, you can certainly approach the upcoming exam with high confidence.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get the best support in terms of reaching the required <\/span><b>passing score for OPRA pharmacy exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you must get to know and apply for the Elite Expertise OPRA Exam Preparation Course. With our right guidance and trustworthy resources, you can wisely take your first step in becoming an overseas pharmacist. <\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-41263fe elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"41263fe\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2262883 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"2262883\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e31712c sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"e31712c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"max-width:800px; margin:auto; font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n  <h2 style=\"text-align:center; color:#D69E33; font-size:26px; margin-bottom:20px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_OPRA_Exam_Passing_Marks_2025\"><\/span>\r\n    FAQs on OPRA Exam Passing Marks 2025\r\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n  <style>\r\n    .accordion {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n      color: #fff;\r\n      cursor: pointer;\r\n      padding: 14px 18px;\r\n      width: 100%;\r\n      border: none;\r\n      text-align: left;\r\n      outline: none;\r\n      font-size: 16px;\r\n      transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\r\n      margin-bottom: 5px;\r\n      border-radius: 4px;\r\n    }\r\n    .accordion:hover {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n    }\r\n    .active-acc, .accordion.active-acc {\r\n      background-color: #005F87;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel {\r\n      padding: 0 18px;\r\n      background-color: #F9F9F9;\r\n      display: none;\r\n      overflow: hidden;\r\n      border-left: 3px solid #0073AA;\r\n      border-radius: 0 0 4px 4px;\r\n      margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel p {\r\n      margin: 12px 0;\r\n      color: #555;\r\n      line-height: 1.5;\r\n    }\r\n  <\/style>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">1. What is the OPRA Exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The OPRA Exam is a knowledge assessment for overseas pharmacists seeking registration in Australia or New Zealand.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">2. How many questions are in the OPRA Exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The OPRA Exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 150 minutes.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">3. What areas does the exam cover?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The exam covers Biomedical Sciences, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacology, Therapeutics, and Patient Care.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">4. Is there a fixed passing mark?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>No, the passing mark is determined using a psychometric standard-setting process.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">5. How is the exam graded?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The OPRA exam uses a scaled scoring system, with 90% scored questions and 10% unscored trial questions.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">6. When are results released?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Results are typically released about 4 weeks after the exam.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">7. Do candidates get feedback?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, candidates receive feedback by content area, but only an overall Pass\/Unsuccessful result is provided.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">8. Can I retake the exam if I fail?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, candidates may retake the exam, but they must re-register and pay the full fee again.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">9. 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