Exam Format

• Exam Code: AB-900
• Certification Level: Fundamentals / Beginner
• Exam Duration: 45 minutes
• Passing Score: 700 out of 1000 (scaled scoring model)
• Unscored Content: Beta exams include unscored content that is not identified and does not affect the final score. Results may be delayed until after the beta period ends.

Exam Details

• Question Types: Multiple choice, multiple select, and scenario-based questions
• Number of Questions: Approximately 40–60 questions
• Hands-On / Lab: No live lab environment; knowledge-based scenario questions.

Exam Policies

• Exam Delivery: Proctored exam delivered through Microsoft’s official testing partners (e.g., Pearson VUE).
• Rescheduling/Cancellation: Must follow the testing provider’s standard policy (typically 24–48 hours before the scheduled time).
• Waiting Period: 24 hours before the first retake; further waits per standard Microsoft policy.
• Retake Fee: Full exam fee required for each attempt.

Certification Validity and Renewal

• Validity: Microsoft fundamentals certifications typically expire after one year, and the candidate must renew or retake to maintain status. (Standard Microsoft certification policy)
• Renewal Options: Recertify by passing the current version of the exam.

Exam Fee

• Base Fee: Approximately $99 USD (price may vary by region).
• Taxes: Applicable local VAT/GST depending on country.

Prerequisites

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 core services (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint).
• Understanding of security, identity (Microsoft Entra), and governance features.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 admin centers and AI-driven tools.

Exam Topics

• Identify core features of Microsoft 365 services – Users, groups, teams, sites, libraries, and service roles.
• Understand data protection and governance – Security features, conditional access, data loss prevention, and compliance using Microsoft Purview.
• Perform basic administrative tasks for Copilot and agents – Copilot licensing and billing, usage monitoring, prompt governance, agent creation and approval workflows.

Intended Audience

•  Microsoft 365 Administrators
•  IT Support Professionals
• Cloud Support Specialists
• Security & Compliance Learners
• Individuals new to AI-enabled workplace tools
• Anyone responsible for managing Copilot and agent deployments in Microsoft 365 environments.

Career Impact

Jobs You Can Get:

• Microsoft 365 Administrator, IT Support Specialist, Cloud Administrator, AI Support Analyst.
  

Average Salary:

• U.S.: ~$60,000–$90,000 USD;
• India: ₹4,00,000–₹10,00,000 INR
• United Kingdom: £30,000–£45,000 GBP

Why It’s Valuable:

• Demonstrates foundational understanding of administering Microsoft 365 services with emerging AI capabilities like Copilot and agent management.

Exam Mode

• In-person at authorized Pearson VUE test centres.
• Online through Pearson VUE’s online proctoring system.

Exam Booking Link

• Schedule the AB-900 exam via the official Microsoft certification portal or via Pearson VUE.

Once you pass the exam:

• Certification status appears in the Microsoft Learn certification dashboard.
• Download and share your digital badge and certificate.

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