NBME Psychiatry Form #8 Now in Core Step Prep Predictor

Core Step Prep’s free score predictor now supports NBME Psychiatry Form #8, helping students use updated shelf data with qbank and CSPCE prep.

NBME has announced an important update for Psychiatry shelf exam preparation: **a new Psychiatry Form (#8) is now available**. As shared in the announcement, **score report information may take up to 48 hours to appear on INSIGHTS**, and **no forms were retired at this time**.

For students who rely on practice data to guide study decisions, that kind of update matters immediately. When a new form is released, score prediction tools need to reflect it quickly so students can keep using the latest information available to estimate performance and plan next steps with confidence.

That is exactly why Core Step Prep has updated its **free score predictor** to support the new Psychiatry form. The goal is simple: help you make the best possible use of your NBME data so your score prediction remains as accurate as possible.

This update also fits into a broader study strategy. You can pair the score predictor with the **Core Step Prep Step 2 CK qbank**, which includes **800 free questions**, along with **other NBME assessments** and the **USMLE Step 2 CK Comprehensive Examination (CSPCE)**. In addition, **CSPCE Form 1 is available for free for both USMLE Step 1 and USMLE Step 2 CK**.

Whether you are trying to honor every rotation, sharpen your exam-readiness strategy, or push toward a target Step score, this update is designed to keep your preparation practical and current.

What's New

The headline update is straightforward: **Core Step Prep’s free USMLE and NBME Clinical Shelf score predictor now supports NBME Psychiatry Form #8**.

That means students taking the newest Psychiatry form can continue to use the predictor as part of their shelf and Step 2 CK preparation workflow without waiting for a later platform update. If your goal is to translate assessment performance into a clearer picture of where you stand, this matters.

Here is the exact NBME announcement provided:

“A new Psychiatry Form (#8) is now available. Please allow up to 48 hours for your score report information to be available on INSIGHTS. No forms were retired at this time.”

From a study-planning standpoint, there are two immediate implications:

1. You can use the new form in your score prediction workflow

Because the Core Step Prep score predictor now supports Psychiatry Form #8, you can incorporate your results into the same system you already use for shelf and USMLE planning.

2. You should expect a short reporting delay

NBME notes that score report information may take **up to 48 hours** to appear on INSIGHTS. That timing matters if you are trying to review results quickly, adjust your schedule, or decide when to take another assessment.

Who It Helps

This update is especially relevant for **USMLE Step 2 CK** and **clinical shelf** learners who want to use their assessment performance in a structured way.

Medical students preparing for Psychiatry shelf exams

If you are taking the Psychiatry shelf and using NBME forms to benchmark progress, support for Form #8 helps you continue using the score predictor without interruption.

Students building a broader Step 2 CK strategy

Shelf performance does not exist in isolation. Many students use shelf results, question bank performance, and comprehensive assessments together to shape Step 2 CK preparation. The updated predictor supports that bigger-picture approach.

Learners aiming for stronger rotation performance

The prompt makes the goal clear: use these tools to help **honor every rotation** and work toward the **desired Step score**. If that is your focus, having access to the newest supported form is a meaningful advantage.

NP, PA, RN, and pre-med learners exploring additional resources

Core Step Prep also points non-USMLE learners to **Core Test Prep** resources. If you are a **NP, PA, RN, or pre-med student**, there are track-specific qbanks available there, along with a promotional offer described below.

Key Details

Below is a concise summary of the announcement and related resources mentioned in the prompt.

| Resource or Update | What to Know | |---|---| | NBME Psychiatry Form #8 | A new Psychiatry form is now available. | | INSIGHTS reporting | Score report information may take up to 48 hours to be available on INSIGHTS. | | Retired forms | No forms were retired at this time. | | Core Step Prep score predictor | The free score predictor now supports the new Psychiatry form. | | Step 2 CK qbank | Includes 800 free questions. | | CSPCE | Can be used alongside NBME assessments and the qbank for exam prep. | | CSPCE Form 1 | Available for free for USMLE Step 1 and USMLE Step 2 CK. | | Core Test Prep offer | NP, PA, RN, and pre-med learners can pick the qbank for their track and use promo code **C0R3T35TPR3P01YR** for **1 year of free access**; **sign up required before May 31, 2026**. |

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How to Use

The most effective way to use this update is to fold it into a practical study workflow.

Step 1: Take note of the new NBME Psychiatry form

If you are planning your Psychiatry shelf preparation, recognize that **Form #8 is now available** and that **no forms were retired at this time**. That helps you understand where this new form fits within your current assessment options.

Step 2: Allow time for score reporting

After taking the form, remember that NBME says score report information may take **up to 48 hours** to appear on INSIGHTS. Build that delay into your timeline so you are not making decisions before your data is available.

Step 3: Use the updated Core Step Prep score predictor

Once your information is available, use the **free Core Step Prep USMLE and NBME Clinical Shelf score predictor** to incorporate results from the new Psychiatry form.

Step 4: Pair prediction with active practice

Use the predictor alongside the **Core Step Prep Step 2 CK qbank**, including the **800 free questions**, to turn score estimates into targeted studying.

Step 5: Add broader assessment data

Strengthen your preparation by combining the predictor with **other NBME assessments** and the **USMLE Step 2 CK Comprehensive Examination (CSPCE)**.

Step 6: Use free CSPCE Form 1 where relevant

If you are studying for **USMLE Step 1** or **USMLE Step 2 CK**, note that **CSPCE Form 1 is available for free**.

Step 7: Share the right resource with the right learner

If you are advising classmates or peers outside the USMLE track, point **NP, PA, RN, and pre-med students** to **Core Test Prep**. They can choose the qbank for their track and use promo code **C0R3T35TPR3P01YR** for **1 year of free access**, with **sign up required before May 31, 2026**.

At the practical level, this announcement is about staying current and reducing friction. A new form has been released, the score predictor already supports it, and students can continue building their study plans around updated assessment data instead of waiting.

Key Takeaways

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