USCG Exam Prep
Free USCG Captain's License Practice Quiz
2,300+ practice questions across all 12 USCG exam categories — with a written explanation on every answer. Start the free quiz below, no account needed.
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Mixed OUPV questions — Rules of the Road, navigation, safety, and more. No signup, no account, just the questions and explanations.
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How the USCG exam quiz works
Pick a category — or start with the mixed free quiz (OUPV subjects combined).
Answer each question — four choices, same format as the real NMC exam.
Read the explanation — every answer (right or wrong) comes with a written explanation of the rule or concept behind it.
Track weak areas — create a free account to see which subtopics you miss most and drill them until you hit the passing threshold.
Common questions
Is the USCG practice quiz free?
Yes — the Rules of the Road quiz and several other categories are free with no account. Pro ($9.99/month or $29.99/year) unlocks all 2,300+ questions, every category, and full timed USCG-format exams.
How many questions are in the USCG practice quiz?
Binnacle School has 2,300+ questions across all 12 USCG exam categories — Rules of the Road, Navigation General, Deck General, Chart Plotting, Meteorology, Safety, Celestial Navigation, Radar, Engineering, Tankerman, Towing, and OUPV/Master. Every question includes a written explanation.
Does the quiz match the real USCG exam?
Yes — questions are drawn from the National Maritime Center (NMC) question bank and formatted to match actual USCG exam style. The free practice quiz uses the same question types and passing thresholds (90% for Rules of the Road, 70% for all other categories).
Can I take the quiz on my phone?
Yes — Binnacle School works on mobile web and has an iOS app. Quiz progress syncs between web and iOS so you can start on your phone and finish on a computer.
What is the hardest category in the USCG quiz?
Rules of the Road is the most failed module — it has a 90% passing threshold compared to 70% for all other categories. Most candidates spend the most time on this category.