Credential type: certification examination · verified on the issuer's site September 20, 2026 issuer page

Exam Domains

Kubernetes Fundamentals Kubernetes Fundamentals 44%

Kubernetes Core ConceptsKubernetes Core Concepts
Administration; Scheduling; Containerization; Container Orchestration

Networking Networking 28%

SecuritySecurity
Troubleshooting; Storage

Cloud Native Application Delivery Cloud Native Application Delivery 16%

Application DeliveryApplication Delivery
Debugging

Cloud Native Architecture Cloud Native Architecture 12%

ObservabilityObservability
Cloud Native Ecosystem and Principles; Cloud Native Community and Collaboration

Exam Details

Question Typesmultiple_choice

FormatPerformance-based (hands-on terminal)

Online ProctoringAvailable

ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. ID must match the name on the exam registration. Acceptable forms include passport, driver's license, or national ID card.

RenewalRequired -- Certifications are valid for 2 years. Renewal requires retaking and passing the exam before expiry. No CE credit option — exam retake is the only renewal path.

PrerequisitesThere are no pre-requisites for this exam. (recommended)

Retake PolicyOne free retake attempt is included with the exam purchase. A minimum 12-hour waiting period is required between attempts. The free retake must be used within 12 months of the original purchase.

LanguagesJapanese

Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) (KCNA) Exam Blueprint

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