Simulate the real ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level v4.0 exam with full-length timed sessions. Questions drawn proportionally from all 6 official blueprint domains — the same mix you'll face on test day.
Simulate real exam conditions
For the most realistic CTFL-v4 simulation, start a 60 or 120-question session, put away all notes, set a timer matching the real exam duration (90 minutes), and commit to each answer before moving forward. This trains the time management and decision-making skills the real exam tests.
This free CTFL-v4 mock exam uses the same question distribution as the real ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level v4.0 exam. Each session draws questions proportionally from all 6 official blueprint domains published by ISTQB, so the topic mix you see accurately reflects what you'll face on test day.
CTFL-v4 Domain Distribution
Fundamentals of Testing
Static Testing
Test Tools
Testing Throughout the SDLC
Managing the Test Activities
Test Analysis and Design
Every question is checked against the 2026 CTFL-v4exam objectives and published under the editorial oversight of an engineer with 12+ years' experience. These are original practice questions — not dumps — so you build real understanding rather than memorising answers.
Both the mock exam and practice test use the same question bank. The difference is in how you use them — and when to use each during your CTFL-v4 study plan.
Practice test — for learning
Use the CTFL-v4 practice test when you are studying a domain. Answer questions, read every explanation immediately, and build understanding. Do 10–30 questions per domain per session. This is your primary study tool for the first 4 weeks.
Go to practice test →Mock exam — for simulation
Use the CTFL-v4 mock exam in the final 1–2 weeks before your test date. Complete a 60 or 120-question session without stopping, manage your time, then review all results at the end. This builds exam-day stamina and surfaces final weak spots.
Start 120-question mock →Try these sample questions from the mock exam bank. Commit to an answer before revealing the explanation.
Refer to the exhibit. Which testing activity is most appropriate to determine the root cause of these cascading failures?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
A software company is adopting static testing to reduce defect leakage. Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the primary benefit of static testing over dynamic testing?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
A test manager is evaluating the introduction of test execution tools. Which scenario best describes a situation where a test execution tool is most likely to provide high return on investment?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
Refer to the exhibit. A tester reviews this configuration file during the static testing of a test environment setup. What is the primary risk of this configuration in a formal testing phase?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
A project manager is analyzing test progress during a sprint. The team has completed 60% of planned test cases, but 40% of those executed failed due to a critical environment issue. Which test management action is most appropriate?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
Refer to the exhibit. A software testing team is designing test cases based on a decision table derived from the provided JSON business rule policy. How should the tester handle the 'coupon_valid' condition when designing tests for 'is_member = true' and 'cart_total > 100.00' if the rule engine ignores coupons entirely under these specific criteria?
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Answer all 6 questions to see your domain score breakdown
Sitting the CTFL-v4 under real exam conditions is a skill in itself. Candidates who underperform often do so not because of knowledge gaps, but because of poor time management or test anxiety. Use your final mock exam sessions to address both.
The CTFL-v4 exam lasts 90 minutes. Do not spend more than 90 seconds on any single question on the first pass. Flag difficult ones and return to them after completing the rest.
On every question, immediately eliminate obviously wrong choices. Even if you are unsure between two options, narrowing to two doubles your odds. Most CTFL-v4 distractors contain a subtle error — re-read the scenario constraint before committing to the answer that sounds most familiar.
ISTQB writes many CTFL-v4 questions as realistic scenarios. Read the final sentence first — it tells you what is being asked. Then re-read the scenario with the question in mind to avoid wasting time on irrelevant details.
The real CTFL-v4 is a mental marathon lasting 90 minutes. In the week before your exam, complete at least two full timed mock sessions on separate days to build concentration stamina. If you cannot stay focused for 90 minutes in practice, you will struggle on exam day.
Questions
~144
On the real exam
Time limit
90 min
Official exam duration
Passing score
700/1000
Scaled scoring
The CTFL-v4 uses scaled scoring — your raw percentage correct is converted to a score out of 1000. Consistently scoring above 80% on mock exams puts you well above the 700/1000 threshold, giving you a buffer for any unexpected question types on the real exam.
Yes. Courseiva provides free CTFL-v4 mock exam questions across all official exam domains. The platform includes timed simulation, per-domain score breakdown, missed-question review, and readiness tracking. No account required — free forever, supported by advertising.
The practice test is optimised for learning: you see explanations after each question immediately. The mock exam is optimised for simulation: you answer all questions under time pressure and review at the end. Use practice tests for studying and mock exams for benchmarking.
Aim for consistent scores of 80% or above on full-length CTFL-v4 mock exams before booking your test date. The official passing score of 700/1000 corresponds to roughly 72–75% correct answers, so an 80% buffer accounts for difficulty variation and question styles on the real exam.
Most candidates who pass CTFL-v4 on their first attempt complete 3–5 full-length mock exams in the two weeks before their test. This is enough to identify final weak spots, build stamina, and verify readiness without over-stressing or running out of fresh questions.
No — all Courseiva questions are original, AI-assisted and checked against the public ISTQB exam blueprints, with editorial oversight from an experienced network and security engineer. Exam dumps are memorised real exam questions shared illegally. Using dumps violates your ISTQB certification agreement and can result in your certification being revoked. Our questions make you genuinely competent, not just test-day lucky.
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