Professional Cloud Architect (PCA) Exam Blueprint

PCA

60Questions
120 minDuration
$200Price
2 yearsValid For
2Languages
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Exam Domains

1 Designing and planning a cloud solution architecture 25%
2 Managing and provisioning a cloud solution infrastructure 18%
3 Designing for security and compliance 18%
4 Analyzing and optimizing technical and business processes 15%
5 Managing implementation 12%
6 Ensuring solution and operations excellence 12%

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice, Multiple Select
FormatLinear
Online ProctoringAvailable
ID RequirementsOne valid, government-issued photo ID with full name, photo, and signature. Name must match registration exactly.
RenewalRequired -- Recertify by passing the same or higher-level exam before expiry. Associate certs valid 3 years; Professional certs valid 2 years.
Retake Policy14-day waiting period after first failed attempt. 60-day waiting period after second failed attempt. 1-year waiting period after third failed attempt within 12 months.
LanguagesEnglish, Japanese

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