Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (exam AZ-900) demonstrates foundational knowledge of cloud concepts and core Microsoft Azure services, plus Azure...
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Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) exam at a glance
Format
Typically 40–60 questions in multiple formats (Microsoft does not publish an exact count)
Duration
45 minutes
Delivery
Pearson VUE test center or online proctored
Passing score
700 on a scale of 1–1000
Exam cost
$99 USD
Validity
Does not expire (fundamentals certification)
Prerequisites
None
About the Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (exam AZ-900) demonstrates foundational knowledge of cloud concepts and core Microsoft Azure services, plus Azure management and governance. It's the common starting point for a career in Azure and has no prerequisites.
Because it's a fundamentals credential, it does not expire — a nice contrast to Microsoft's role-based certifications.
Who it’s for: Anyone starting with Azure, including technical and non-technical professionals who need cloud literacy.
Official exam page· Details verified August 2026
Exam details can change. Always confirm current requirements, fees, and exam policies with the certification provider before registering.
What the Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) exam covers
- Describe cloud concepts25–30%
- Describe Azure architecture and services35–40%
- Describe Azure management and governance30–35%
How to study for the Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- 1Work through the free Microsoft Learn AZ-900 learning path.
- 2Understand cloud models (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS) and core Azure compute, storage, and networking.
- 3Learn Azure governance tools: cost management, tags, policy, and RBAC.
- 4Review the official AZ-900 study guide for exact topics.
- 5Take the free Microsoft practice assessment.
Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) — frequently asked questions
Does AZ-900 expire?
No. As a fundamentals certification it has no expiration, unlike Azure role-based certs which renew annually.
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