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title: Is it necessary to take the PSAT before the SAT?
description: No. The PSAT is not a prerequisite for the SAT. Students can register for the SAT without taking any PSAT examination.
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/is-it-necessary-to-take-the-psat-before-the-sat/"
updated: "2026-10-26"
category: Understanding Standardized Tests
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# Is it necessary to take the PSAT before the SAT?

No. The PSAT is not a prerequisite for the SAT. Students can register for the SAT without taking any PSAT examination.