Exam Details
Microsoft · AZ-900
Prepare for AZ-900: Understand core Azure cloud concepts, services, pricing, and governance.
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The AZ-900 certification validates foundational knowledge of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure services. This fundamentals-level exam is designed for non-technical professionals, students, and anyone starting a cloud career. You'll understand cloud models, core Azure services, pricing, SLAs, security basics, and governance tools. No technical experience is required. This cert is the standard entry point before pursuing any associate-level Azure certification. As cloud adoption accelerates globally, even non-technical roles benefit from understanding the platform powering modern business.
You're a fit for AZ-900 if you:
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| Domain | Weight | What This Means |
|---|---|---|
| Describe cloud concepts | 25–30% | Understand shared responsibility, cloud types (public, private, hybrid), and consumption-based pricing |
| Describe Azure architecture and services | 35–40% | Know core services for compute, networking, storage, databases, and Azure regions and availability zones |
| Describe Azure management and governance | 30–35% | Understand Azure Resource Manager, policy, cost management, monitoring, and the Azure portal |
You're probably ready if you can:
You might need more prep if:
If this feels too advanced:
If you know the basics but want to build confidence:
The AZ-900 exam typically consists of 40 to 60 questions, and candidates are generally given 45 to 65 minutes to complete the assessment. The question formats vary and include:
To pass the Azure Fundamentals exam, you must achieve a scaled score of 700 out of 1000. It is important to note that a score of 700 does not strictly equate to 70% correct, as questions are weighted differently based on their difficulty. ExamOS offers scenario-based practice quizzes that build real exam confidence and help you gauge if you are hitting this target.
The exam content is divided into three primary functional groups:
Microsoft provides a free learning path through Microsoft Learn that covers all the necessary modules. For active practice and reinforcement, ExamOS is a high-quality scenario-based practice quiz platform that helps candidates apply theoretical knowledge to practical exam situations.
The standard cost for the AZ-900 exam is $99 USD, though pricing varies by country and region based on local taxes and currency. Students may be eligible for significant discounts or free vouchers through the Microsoft Learn for Educators program or specific academic institutions.
If you do not pass on your first attempt, you must wait 24 hours before retaking the exam. For subsequent attempts:
Unlike associate-level or expert-level certifications, the AZ-900 Fundamentals certification does not expire and does not require annual renewal. Once you earn the certificate, it remains on your transcript permanently as a testament to your foundational knowledge.
There are no formal prerequisites for this exam. It is specifically designed for:
Earning the AZ-900 certification alone is unlikely to land you a high-paying engineering role, as it is a foundational credential that lacks deep technical implementation skills. However, it significantly improves your profile for:
Once you have mastered the fundamentals, you should choose a path based on your desired career specialization: