Exam Format

• Exam Code: CT-MAT
• Level: Specialist (Foundation Extension)
• Duration: 60 minutes (+25% time extension for non-native speakers, i.e., 75 minutes)
• Passing Score: 65% (26 out of 40 questions)
• Unscored Content: None. Every question is scored.

Exam Details

• Question Types: Multiple-choice (application-based and scenario-driven)
• Number of Questions: 40
• Hands-On Questions: No hands-on labs, but questions reflect real-world mobile testing practices.

Validity

• Certification Validity: Lifetime (no expiry)
• Renewal Options: Not required; candidates may progress to Advanced or Specialist Level ISTQB certifications.

Exam Fee

• Varies by country and provider (typically $200 – $250 USD)
• Example: In India, fees range from ₹5,000 – ₹7,500 INR depending on provider (e.g., ITB, GASQ, Brightest).

Prerequisites

• Mandatory:
  • ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification.
• Recommended:
  • Basic understanding of software testing and mobile technologies.
  • Some experience in mobile application development or QA projects.

Exam Topics

• Mobile World – challenges of mobile environments, device fragmentation, networks, and platforms
• Mobile Application Test Types – functional, usability, performance, security, and compatibility testing
• Mobile Application Test Process & Techniques – risk analysis, test design, exploratory testing, automation strategies
• Mobile Application Platforms & Tools – test environments, emulators, simulators, device clouds, automation frameworks
• Mobile Test Automation & Continuous Integration – best practices in CI/CD and DevOps pipelines
• Mobile-Specific Risks & Quality Characteristics – battery usage, interruptions, localization, accessibility

Intended Audience

• Mobile Application Testers
• QA Engineers
• Test Analysts working on mobile projects
• Software Developers in Test (SDET)
• Test Managers overseeing mobile app quality

Career Impact

• Mobile Test Engineer, QA Engineer, SDET for mobile apps, Test Analyst specializing in mobile projects

• U.S. $80,000 – $115,000 USD,
• India ₹6,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 INR,
• UK £38,000 – £60,000 GBP,
• UAE 120,000 – 190,000 AED

• Mobile is one of the fastest-growing markets, and CT-MAT demonstrates expertise in ensuring quality across diverse devices and platforms.

Exam Mode

• In-person at authorized Pearson VUE or ISTQB-accredited exam centers
• Online via remote proctoring platforms (e.g., GASQ, Brightest, AT*SQA)

Exam Booking Link

• ISTQB Global Website
• Local boards (e.g., ASTQB – USA, ITB – India, GASQ – Global)

Once you pass the exam:

• Download your CT-MAT Certificate from your exam provider’s candidate portal
• Processing Time: Certificate available within 24–48 hours (PDF format; some boards also send hard copies)

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