The Casper test takes approximately 65 to 85 minutes to complete. But that range can feel misleading — the actual experience depends on how fast you type, how you pace yourself, and whether you use the optional break.
Here's exactly what you're signing up for, broken down by section.
Total Time: 65–85 Minutes
Casper is not a marathon, but it's intense. There's no going back to revise, no skipping questions, and no pausing mid-section. The pressure is consistent from start to finish.
The test has 14 sections total:
- 4 video response sections
- 10 typed response sections
Video Response Sections: ~4 Minutes Each
Each video section works like this:
- Watch a short scenario video (30–90 seconds)
- Read 1 question (shown on screen)
- Prepare your answer — 10 seconds
- Record your video response — 60 seconds
You speak directly to the camera. No retakes. The entire section takes roughly 3–4 minutes per scenario.
Total time for all 4 video sections: ~15 minutes
Tips for Video Sections
- Structure your answer in the first 5 seconds — state your position immediately
- Don't fill silence by repeating the question back
- 60 seconds is enough for 3–4 substantive sentences
Typed Response Sections: ~5 Minutes Each
Each typed section works like this:
- Read a scenario (text-based, 1–3 paragraphs)
- Answer 2–3 open-ended questions in sequence
- 5 minutes total for all questions in that section
The timer runs for the entire section — you decide how to split time across the questions. If a section has 3 questions, that's under 2 minutes per answer.
Total time for all 10 typed sections: ~50 minutes
Tips for Typed Sections
- Write at least 50 WPM — slow typing is the #1 cause of incomplete answers
- Aim for 3–4 sentences per question
- Don't spend more than 90 seconds on any single question
Optional Break
After approximately the first half of the exam, you're offered an optional break. Most test-takers take it — 2–3 minutes to reset, stretch, and breathe before the second half.
Full Timing at a Glance
| Component | Time |
|---|---|
| Instructions & setup | ~5 min |
| 4 video response sections | ~15 min |
| 10 typed response sections | ~50 min |
| Optional break | ~3 min |
| Total | ~65–85 min |
How Long Should You Study Before the Casper Test?
Most students prepare for 2–4 weeks before their test date. You don't need months of prep — Casper rewards natural reasoning and communication, not memorized facts.
A realistic study schedule:
- Week 1: Learn the 9 core competencies, do 3–5 timed practice scenarios
- Week 2: Focus on typed sections at full speed, identify weak competencies
- Week 3: Video practice, timing drills, full mock exam
- Day before: 2 warmup scenarios only — don't overdo it
FAQs
How long does the Casper test take in total? 65–85 minutes, depending on your typing speed and whether you take the optional break.
How long do you have per question on Casper? For typed sections, you have 5 minutes for 2–3 questions (roughly 90–150 seconds per question). For video sections, you have 60 seconds to record your answer.
How long does it take to get Casper test results? Score reports are released approximately 3 weeks after your test date.
How long to study for the Casper test? 2–4 weeks of focused preparation is typical. Daily practice in the final week is most effective.
Can you pause the Casper test? No. You cannot pause mid-section. There is one optional break offered between sections.