AZ-305

Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305)

Offered by Microsoft

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert is earned by passing AZ-305 (Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions). Unlike AZ-104...

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Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) exam at a glance

Format

Typically 40–60 questions: multiple choice, case studies, drag-and-drop, and hot-area items (Microsoft does not publish an exact count)

Duration

120 minutes

Delivery

Pearson VUE test center or online proctored

Passing score

700 on a scale of 1–1000

Exam cost

$165 USD

Validity

1 year; renew free via an online assessment on Microsoft Learn

Prerequisites

AZ-104 (Azure Administrator Associate) is required

About the Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) certification

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert is earned by passing AZ-305 (Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions). Unlike AZ-104, this exam is design-focused: identity and governance, data storage, business continuity, and infrastructure — with case-study style questions.

AZ-104 (Azure Administrator) is a required prerequisite. The expert certification renews annually via a free Microsoft Learn assessment.

Who it’s for: Architects and senior engineers who design Azure infrastructure for the business.

Official exam page· Details verified 2026-08

What the Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) exam covers
  • Design identity, governance, and monitoring solutions
    25–30%
  • Design data storage solutions
    20–25%
  • Design business continuity solutions
    15–20%
  • Design infrastructure solutions
    30–35%
How to study for the Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305)
  1. 1Earn AZ-104 first — it is a prerequisite, not optional background.
  2. 2Follow the AZ-305 learning path on Microsoft Learn.
  3. 3Practice design decisions: Hub-Spoke, identity (Entra ID), backup vs. archive, and SKU selection.
  4. 4Work case studies: read requirements and constraints before looking at the questions.
  5. 5Use Microsoft's official practice assessment.
Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) — frequently asked questions

Can I take AZ-305 without AZ-104?

No. Azure Solutions Architect Expert requires AZ-104. Pass Administrator, then Architect.

How often do I renew?

Every year, with a free online assessment on Microsoft Learn if you recertify before expiration.