Official PANCE links: NCCPA and Pearson VUE pages in one place
Last checked October 17, 2026 · Links reviewed on that date. We are not affiliated with NCCPA or Pearson VUE.
NCCPA, the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, runs the PANCE and the PANRE, and Pearson VUE delivers the PANCE at over 300 test centers. These official PANCE links cover eligibility and the $550 application, the 2025 blueprint and sample items, scheduling, results and keeping your PA-C.
Official PANCE links
| What you need | Where |
|---|---|
| Eligibility, application, $550 fee and the 180-day window | NCCPA: Become Certified |
| 2025 content blueprint and sample questions | PANCE blueprint |
| Scheduling, test centers and tutorial | Pearson VUE for NCCPA |
| Your results and records | NCCPA Portal |
| Frequently asked questions | NCCPA FAQs |
| CME, PANRE and PANRE-LA | NCCPA: Maintain Certification |
Pages run by NCCPA and Pearson VUE, checked October 17, 2026.
How to use these official PANCE links
- Before you graduate: NCCPA accepts applications from 180 days before your expected program completion date; the Become Certified page explains how.
- Before you study: download the blueprint, which has every content and task weight, and NCCPA’s sample items with critiques.
- Before test day: view Pearson VUE’s tutorial so the interface isn’t new to you.
- After you pass: use the Maintain Certification page to plan your 100 CME credits every two years and the PANRE or PANRE-LA by year 10.
Why official pages matter
PANCE rules and weights change: NCCPA introduced a new blueprint and passing standard in January 2025, and many study guides still show the old 2019 weights, such as cardiovascular at 13% rather than 11%. Prep sites also quote pass rates that differ from NCCPA’s own report (91% for first-time takers in 2025). Check figures that affect your plans on the pages above.
Common questions about official PANCE sources
Where do I apply for the PANCE?
NCCPA’s Become Certified page at nccpa.net.
Where do I schedule the PANCE?
Through Pearson VUE, after NCCPA sends your exam acknowledgement with scheduling instructions.
Where do I see my PANCE results?
In your NCCPA Portal, about two weeks after your exam.
Where can I read about keeping my PA-C?
NCCPA’s Maintain Certification page covers CME, the maintenance fee, the PANRE and the PANRE-LA.
See also our 2025 PANCE blueprint and PANRE and PANRE-LA guides. We first checked these links on October 12, 2026 and rechecked them on October 17, 2026.