Overview
Cisco certifications test skills in designing, running and securing networks. CCNA is the main associate-level credential. CCNP is the professional level and needs a core exam plus one concentration exam.
Who it is for
- Network engineers and technicians
- Security operations (SOC) analysts
- Students and graduates moving into networking
- Engineers working on network automation
Versions
CCNA (200-301)
One exam on networking fundamentals, IP services, security and automation. Current version v1.1.
CCNP Enterprise
Core exam 350-401 ENCOR plus one concentration exam, such as 300-410 ENARSI.
CCNA Cybersecurity (200-201 CBROPS)
Security operations fundamentals. Formerly CyberOps Associate; renamed in 2025-2026.
CCNA / CCNP Automation
Formerly the DevNet certifications. Renamed from 3 February 2026.
CCST (entry level)
Cisco Certified Support Technician exams, delivered through Certiport.
Where it is accepted
- Networking jobs in telecoms, ISPs, banks and enterprises
- Cisco partner programme staffing requirements
- Progression to CCNP and CCIE
Always check the current requirements of the university, employer, regulator or visa authority you are applying to.
Test format
| Section | What it involves |
|---|---|
| CCNA 200-301 | Computer-based exam. 120 minutes. Question count is not published. |
| CCNP Enterprise core (350-401 ENCOR) | 120 minutes. |
| CCNP Enterprise concentration exams | 90 minutes each. |
| CCNA Cybersecurity (200-201) | 120 minutes. |
Total time: CCNA: 120 minutes. CCNP core: 120 minutes. CCNP concentration: 90 minutes.
Scores and validity
- Scoring
- Pass or fail. Cisco does not publish passing scores; they are set statistically and can change.
- Validity
- Associate, Professional and Expert certifications are valid for three years. Recertify by passing exams or earning Continuing Education credits (30 CE credits for CCNA). CCST certifications earned on or after 15 July 2025 are valid for five years.
How long results take is shown at the top of this page.
Fees
CCNA 200-301 exam (USD)
USD 300
Source (opens in a new tab)CCNP Enterprise core exam 350-401 ENCOR (USD)
USD 400
Source (opens in a new tab)CCNP Enterprise concentration exam, each (USD)
USD 300
Source (opens in a new tab)
| Item | Official fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CCNA 200-301 exam (USD) | USD 300 | Source (opens in a new tab) |
| CCNP Enterprise core exam 350-401 ENCOR (USD) | USD 400 | Source (opens in a new tab) |
| CCNP Enterprise concentration exam, each (USD) | USD 300 | Source (opens in a new tab) |
Fees are set by the test owner, were checked on 21 October 2026, and can change. Confirm the price when you book. GAPICT never takes exam fees.
On test day
Identification
Two forms of ID, both signed; one must be government-issued with a photo.
Arrive early, bring only what the test owner allows, and expect identity checks and a photo at check-in. Read our test day guide and exam day FAQs.
How to book
Exam seats for Cisco are booked and paid on the test owner's own system. Delivered through: Pearson VUE (entry-level CCST exams through Certiport).
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Register through Cisco's exam registration page, which takes you to Pearson VUE.
- 2
Create or sign in to your account on the official booking site.
- 3
Choose your exam, then a test centre, date and time.
- 4
Pay the exam fee to the test owner and keep your confirmation email.
- 5
Check the ID rules and arrive early on test day.
You book and pay in your Pearson VUE account. Rescheduling deadlines (often 24–48 hours) and fees are set by each exam programme.
Need help booking?
We can walk you through the test owner's registration, step by step.
GAPICT's status with these organisations
- Pearson VUEEnquiry made
- CertiportPlanned
Cisco FAQs
Are there prerequisites for CCNA?
How soon can I retake a failed exam?
What happened to CyberOps and DevNet?
How do I keep my CCNA?
Sources
Facts on this page were checked against these official sources on 21 October 2026. If anything here differs from the test owner's website, the owner's website is correct.
- Cisco CCNA (opens in a new tab)
- Cisco CCNP Enterprise (opens in a new tab)
- Cisco exam policies (opens in a new tab)
- Cisco Learning Network: A new era for Cisco certifications (opens in a new tab)
- Cisco CCNA Cybersecurity (opens in a new tab)
Cisco and related names are trademarks of their owners and are used here only to describe the test. GAPICT is independent of Cisco Systems, is not endorsed by it, and is not currently an authorised centre for this test.