How to prepare for the English NMT in 2025? TOP 14 textbooks

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05 September 2025

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Oleksandra Kulish

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What materials should you use to prepare for the NMT? This is one of the first questions that arises when graduates begin preparing for the national multi-subject test. Many are confused: where to start, how to get everything done, where to find textbooks, and how best to prepare — on your own or with a tutor?

In this article, we have compiled a list of the best guides for the 2026 NMT, and we will also share useful tips to help you prepare productively. The choice between self-study or lessons with a teacher is an individual decision. However, if you notice that you are having difficulties with certain subjects, it is worth contacting a tutor.

What is included in the English section of the NMT

The NMT English test is divided into two sections: “Reading” and “Language Use,” which contain 32 tasks of various types. These include: choosing one correct answer from four options (5 tasks), establishing correspondences (11 tasks), and filling in the blanks (16 tasks).

The purpose of the NMT English test is to assess the level of knowledge acquired during secondary education. The tasks in the “Reading” section allow you to understand how well-developed your reading skills are: the ability to comprehend the content of authentic texts, find the necessary information in various types of materials, understand the structure of the text, and grasp the logical connections between its parts. The “Language Use” section tests language skills (lexical and grammatical): the ability to select the meaning of words depending on the context and to use grammatical structures correctly.

All tasks in the 2025 NMT English test are based on authentic texts from open sources: printed publications, Internet resources, information booklets, advertising materials, or fiction. The texts have been adapted to suit the methodological objectives while retaining their original content and context.

Key points to pay attention to when preparing

With a solid knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, you will easily cope with reading and listening comprehension, as well as writing and speaking, which are tested on the NMT.

But if your level still needs improvement, don't worry! You have enough time to prepare, and Dinternal Education will help you with that.

The table below lists the lexical topics that you need to master in order to successfully pass the NMT in 2026. The test tasks are based on these topics!

Topic	Translation
Me, my family, my friends	Me, my family, my friends
Accommodation	Accommodation
Clothes	Clothes
Shopping	Shopping
Food	Food
Healthcare	Healthcare
Lifestyle	Lifestyle
Rest and leisure	Rest and leisure
Art	Art
Cinema, theatre and TV	Cinema, theatre and TV
Painting	Painting
Music	Music
Literature	Literature
Sports	Sports
Weather, nature, environment	Weather, nature, environment
Travelling	Travelling
Mass media	Mass media
Youth and youth culture	Youth and youth culture
Science and tech progress	Science and tech progress
Hometown/village	Hometown/village
Ukraine	Ukraine
Ukraine in the world	Ukraine in the world
Countries with studied languages	Countries with studied languages
Holidays and traditions	Holidays and traditions
School life and education	School life and education
Work and profession	Work and profession

The following table contains NMT grammar topics in English, mastering which will help you get the highest score!

Topic	Translation
Adjective	Adjective
Adverb	Adverb
Clause	Clause
Conjunction	Conjunction
Determiner	Determiner
Modality	Modality
Noun	Noun
Phrase	Phrase
Preposition	Preposition
Pronoun	Pronoun
Verb	Verb

Top 14 textbooks

For each section of the NMT, we have selected textbooks that will be a reliable aid in achieving high results.

Exam Tutor (Pearson Education Ltd)

An educational resource designed to prepare students for exams, including qualification tests such as GCSE, A Level, and BTEC. It contains practical exercises, past exam questions, and tips for effective exam preparation, helping students improve their knowledge and confidence.

Gold Experience 2nd edition B1+ Student's book (Pearson Education Ltd)

Eight levels of English for high-quality preparation for international exams! The course is designed specifically to develop test-taking skills and is developed in accordance with current exam standards in Ukraine. Relevant topics and materials from various fields of science and everyday life form interdisciplinary connections and broaden students' horizons.

Focus on exams UA B1+ (Dinternal Education Publishing, Pearson Education Ltd)

The new edition of the well-known Focus on Exams textbook has been created with the current educational realities and needs of Ukrainian schoolchildren in mind. In the new edition, students will find even better and more in-depth preparation for all parts of the External Independent Testing (EIT), as well as 90 minutes of audio materials created in the exam format.

New Close-Up B1+ Student's Book for UKRAINE (National Geographic)

The B1+ level textbook contains 12 chapters with exercises on reading, vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, and writing. The topics are updated and relevant, and each chapter ends with a video lesson or a “Live Well, Study Well” section. At the end, there is a collection of reference materials: Grammar, Vocabulary, Writing, Speaking Reference. Students get access to the National Geographic Learning platform, which has all the audio and video materials and extended dictionaries with Ukrainian translations.

High Note 3 Student's Book (Pearson Education Ltd)

The textbook combines English language learning with the development of 21st-century life skills, teaching students to set ambitious goals and achieve them. The course topics promote self-awareness, critical thinking, and preparation for the National Multidisciplinary Test and international exams.

Prepare for School Exams. Grade 10 (Linguist)

A new course for 10th grade students with an increased focus on vocabulary, grammar, cultural components, and life skills. It combines preparation for the NMT and the Cambridge B2 First exam, developing all types of speech activities.

Gold Experience 2ed C1 (Pearson Education Ltd)

The course immerses students in a linguistic and social environment, forms interdisciplinary connections, and helps hone key skills for successful testing. Additional material is available in electronic format. To activate teacher access and obtain a book with answers to the exercises, please contact the Pearson representative.

Formula C1 Advanced Coursebook (Pearson Education Ltd)

This course takes the stress out of preparing for internal and international exams and makes learning a comfortable and effective process. The main program consists of two main

components — Coursebook and Exam Trainer, which can be used together or separately depending on the level of knowledge, duration, and intensity of the course. Formula is suitable for classroom work, self-study, and digital environments.

Formula C1 Advanced Exam Trainer (Pearson Education Ltd)

Formula combines a flexible structure, simple and relevant topics, and effective strategies, making it suitable for classroom work, self-study, and digital environments. Available at levels B1, B2, and C1.

English Language Workbook The Wolf of Wall Street (LangLover)

A unique way to learn English through Martin Scorsese's cult film. The workbook consists of two parts: pre-viewing and post-viewing tasks covering Vocabulary, Plot, and Grammar. Additionally, built-in QR codes provide access to Quizlet, explanations of new vocabulary, and links to the original film.

Focus 2nd Edition (Pearson Education Ltd)

The textbook combines interesting topics for life and learning and develops all types of language skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing. The flexible course program allows it to be adapted to different paces and levels of the group, and interactive tasks make learning exciting and effective.

Gold Experience 2ed B2+ (Pearson Education Ltd)

An English course for preparing for international exams, adapted to Ukrainian standards. The course covers eight levels and helps hone testing skills through modern texts, interesting topics, and simple to more complex interactive tasks.

New Close-Up B2+ (National Geographic)

An updated reissue of the popular course with a modern design, dynamic photos, socially relevant videos, and real stories from National Geographic. The course contains 12 sections with lessons in Reading, Vocabulary and Use of English, Grammar, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. Relevant topics, updated texts, tips, and exercises help you master key language and life skills.

Practical tips to help you pass the NMT in English

Preparing for the NMT can be intense, but the right approach will help you achieve high results.

Practice regularly. Complete test tasks in conditions that are as close to real life as possible. Keep track of time to learn how to manage it properly.
Study grammar and vocabulary. Pay attention to tenses, conditional sentences, passive voice, modal verbs, and vocabulary. Use textbooks, online resources, and apps.
Practice reading. Read news, articles, and scientific texts in English. This improves your understanding of the text and expands your vocabulary.
Create a study plan. Divide your time between grammar, vocabulary, and reading. Set specific goals for each day and week.
Don't forget to take breaks. Regular breaks help you avoid burnout and increase productivity.
Analyze your mistakes. Break down each mistake to eliminate your weaknesses.
Take practice tests. They help you assess your level and prepare for the real exam.

Systematic preparation, using various resources, and regularly analyzing your mistakes significantly increase your chances of success on the NMT.