Certification Overview

Microsoft positions Azure AI Fundamentals as a structured way to demonstrate foundational AI concepts and the ability to identify and implement introductory AI solutions with Azure and Microsoft Foundry. The current assessment scope emphasizes Identify AI concepts and capabilities, Implement AI solutions by using Microsoft Foundry. Candidates are expected to connect product knowledge with the practical decisions made in real Microsoft environments. Depending on the role, this can include planning, configuration, development, governance, security, monitoring, troubleshooting, or optimization.

The credential is designed for students and early-career technical professionals beginning AI solution development. It is relevant to career paths such as AI Support Associate, Junior AI Developer, Cloud AI Trainee, Technical Business Analyst. Microsoft classifies it at the Beginner level, while Atmic Networks maps it to Entry Level for website filtering. The certification can validate a focused role or provide a foundation for a broader Microsoft learning path, but it does not replace practical project experience.

The official earning path is: Pass exam AI-901: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals. Mandatory prerequisites are stated separately from recommended experience: None. Candidates should prepare from the active Microsoft Learn certification page and study guide, use hands-on labs where appropriate, and review the latest skills measured before scheduling. Microsoft updates exams regularly, so the current online study guide is the controlling blueprint even when the exam code remains unchanged.

Exam appointments are delivered through Microsoft's authorized testing workflow, with pricing based on the country or region where the exam is proctored. After passing, candidates can review the credential in the Credentials area of their Microsoft Learn profile. Does not expire. Candidates should keep their personal Microsoft account and legal identification details accurate so exam records, certificates, and renewal activity remain accessible. Current transition: Exam AI-900 retired on 30 June 2026. AI-901 is the current required exam and candidates must use the AI-901 study guide.

Track Details & Exam Requirements

Certification provider: Microsoft

Credential type: Fundamentals certification

Microsoft level: Beginner

Current status: Active

Official earning rule: Pass exam AI-901: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals

Mandatory prerequisites: None

Recommended experience: Hands-on familiarity with the technologies in the active study guide is recommended

Certification path

1. Pass exam AI-901: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals

Exam 1 - AI-901: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals

Exam code: AI-901

Exam name: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals

Current exam version: Microsoft does not publish a numbered exam version; use the current Microsoft Learn study guide

Status: Active

Exam duration: 45 minutes

Exam format: Secure proctored assessment; interactive components may appear where Microsoft enables them

Number of questions: Not officially specified

Passing score: 700 or greater on Microsoft's scaled scoring model

Languages: English, Arabic (Saudi Arabia), Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), French, German, Indonesian (Indonesia), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, and Spanish

Testing provider: Pearson VUE

Delivery options: Online proctored or authorized test center, subject to regional availability

Exam price: Pricing varies by country or region; confirm the final amount during official registration

Skills measured: The active Microsoft study guide covers:

• Identify AI concepts and capabilities
• Implement AI solutions by using Microsoft Foundry

Exam retake policy

• A candidate may retake a failed certification exam after 24 hours for the first retake.
• Subsequent failed attempts use Microsoft's increasing waiting periods, and a maximum of five attempts per exam is allowed within a 12-month period.
• Beta exam results can be delayed while Microsoft completes scoring and quality analysis.

Registration, results, and credential tracking

• Use a personal Microsoft account for scheduling so the exam history remains available if employment or school access changes.
• Schedule through the official Microsoft Learn exam page and Pearson VUE workflow; the legal name must match the identification presented at check-in.
• Use the Credentials area of the Microsoft Learn profile to review certification status, expiration, renewal eligibility, certificates, and sharing options.
• Microsoft provides a shareable digital credential and electronic certificate after the full certification requirements are completed.

Current update

Exam AI-900 retired on 30 June 2026. AI-901 is the current required exam and candidates must use the AI-901 study guide.

Validity & Recertification

Validity: Does not expire

Renewal method: No renewal assessment is required

Expired certification: Not applicable because the certification does not expire

Recordkeeping: Monitor the Microsoft Learn profile rather than relying only on reminder emails