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EC-Council

EC-Council Certifications (Certified Ethical Hacker and others)

Cyber security certifications, best known for the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

Facts checked 21 October 2026

Duration
CEH 4h
Delivered through
ECC + Pearson VUE
Results
Not confirmed this session.

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Overview

EC-Council certifies cyber security skills such as ethical hacking, incident handling and forensics. Its best-known credential is the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), now at version 13. CEH has a knowledge exam and an optional practical exam.

Who it is for

  • Penetration testers and ethical hackers
  • Security analysts and SOC staff
  • Network and system administrators moving into security
  • Security managers (C|CISO)

Versions

CEH (v13) knowledge exam

Exam 312-50. Passing it earns the CEH certification.

CEH Practical

20 hands-on challenges in 6 hours. CEH plus Practical gives CEH Master.

Other EC-Council exams

Including CND, CHFI, ECIH and C|CISO.

Where it is accepted

  • Penetration testing and security analyst jobs
  • Employer and government security requirements

Always check the current requirements of the university, employer, regulator or visa authority you are applying to.

Test format

EC-Council sections
SectionWhat it involves
CEH knowledge exam125 multiple-choice questions. 4 hours.
CEH Practical (optional)20 challenges in the iLabs Cyber Range. 6 hours.

Total time: CEH knowledge exam: 4 hours.

Scores and validity

Scoring
Pass mark ranges from 60% to 85%, depending on the exam form.
Validity
Three years. Holders must earn 120 EC-Council Continuing Education (ECE) credits in the three-year period and pay an annual fee (USD 80 for CEH).

How long results take is shown at the top of this page.

Fees

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

Government-issued photo ID per EC-Council and Pearson VUE rules. Not verified this session.

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 EC-Council are booked and paid on the test owner's own system. Delivered through: EC-Council's own ECC Exam Centre (remote proctoring and accredited centres) and Pearson VUE.

  1. 1

    Become eligible (official training, or approved application with two years' experience), buy a voucher from the EC-Council store, then book with EC-Council or Pearson VUE.

  2. 2

    Book on the test owner's official website, choosing a centre near you.

  3. 3

    Pay the test owner directly and keep your confirmation email.

  4. 4

    Check the ID rules and arrive early on test day.

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EC-Council exams use vouchers bought from EC-Council or an accredited training centre.

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GAPICT's status with these organisations

EC-Council FAQs

Do I need training before taking CEH?
Either attend official EC-Council training, or apply with proof of at least two years' IT security experience and pay a USD 100 application fee.
How long does eligibility approval take?
Typically 5 to 10 business days for CEH.
What is CEH Master?
You earn CEH Master by passing both the knowledge exam and the 6-hour CEH Practical.
How long is a voucher valid?
One year from the date of release. Vouchers cannot be transferred.

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.

EC-Council and related names are trademarks of their owners and are used here only to describe the test. GAPICT is independent of EC-Council (International Council of E-Commerce Consultants), is not endorsed by it, and is not currently an authorised centre for this test.

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