CCNA 200-301 Exam: Cost, Format, Number of Questions and Passing Score (2026)
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The CCNA 200-301 exam costs $300 and lasts 120 minutes. Cisco does not publish the number of questions (candidates report about 100 to 120) or the passing score. Questions mix multiple choice, drag-and-drop and command-line simulations, and you cannot go back to a question once you move on. You can retake after 5 days, and the certification is valid for three years. v1.1 runs until 2 February 2027; v2.0 starts on 3 February 2027.Checked against Cisco's exam pages on 12 October 2026.
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CCNA exam facts at a glance
Cisco's US list price, checked October 2026. Local prices and taxes vary.
One sitting, booked through Pearson VUE.
Cisco does not publish a count; this is the range candidates report.
Cisco does not publish a passing score, and it can change between exam forms.
Wait 5 calendar days between attempts; each attempt is a new fee.
Renew with 30 continuing education credits or a qualifying exam.
Question types and exam rules
- Question types: multiple choice with one or several answers, drag-and-drop, and lab-style simulations where you configure or troubleshoot a device from its command line.
- No going back. Once you move to the next question you cannot return. There is no review screen at the end, so budget time per item from the start.
- No formal prerequisite. Cisco recommends about a year of experience implementing and administering Cisco solutions, but anyone can book.
- At a test centre or online with a remote proctor, through Pearson VUE.
What the CCNA covers
Six domains in v1.1, from Network Fundamentals to Automation and Programmability, with IP Connectivity the heaviest. Every domain, weight and topic, and what moves in v2.0: CCNA 200-301 exam topics. Where candidates lose the most marks: how hard is the CCNA?
What the CCNA really costs
| Budget | What it includes | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Exam only | One attempt at list price | $300 |
| Exam + one retake | Two attempts | $600 |
| Free study stack + exam | Jeremy's IT Lab, Cisco Packet Tracer, a free full-length practice exam | $300 |
| FigigExams pack + exam | 5 full-length exams, 510 questions and 9 troubleshooting labs, $39 once | $339 |
Cisco Learning Credits and employer vouchers are accepted. The rest of the stack, priced: best CCNA study resources.
Scoring, retakes and renewal
- Score report: pass or fail with your score and a percentage per domain, which is the best map for a second attempt.
- Retakes: 5 calendar days between attempts at the written exam. Every vendor's rules side by side: exam retake rules.
- Renewal: valid for three years. Earn 30 Cisco continuing education credits, or pass a qualifying exam such as another associate exam or a CCNP core or concentration exam.
Which version you are booking
CCNA 200-301 v1.1 can be taken until 2 February 2027. v2.0 starts on 3 February 2027 with the same exam number. Book v1.1 if you can sit before the switch; otherwise study the v2.0 topics. What changes: CCNA v2.0 changes. A FigigExams pack includes future versions at no extra cost.
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Frequently asked questions about the CCNA exam
How much does the CCNA exam cost?
$300 at Cisco's US list price, checked October 2026, per attempt. Prices vary by country and tax. A retake is another $300.
How many questions are on the CCNA exam?
Cisco does not publish a question count. Candidates report roughly 100 to 120 questions in the 120-minute exam, including multiple choice, drag-and-drop and simulations.
What is the passing score for the CCNA?
Cisco does not publish a passing score for the CCNA 200-301, and it can vary between exam forms. Aim to clear unseen full-length practice exams with a clear margin.
Can you go back to previous questions on the CCNA?
No. Cisco exams do not let you return to a question once you move on, and there is no review screen at the end.
How long do I have to wait to retake the CCNA?
5 calendar days between attempts at the CCNA 200-301 exam.
Can I take the CCNA online?
Yes. The CCNA is delivered by Pearson VUE at a test centre or online with a remote proctor.