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Everything you need to know about the CKA certification exam, from preparation strategies to exam day tips.
120 minutes
Duration
15-20 performance tasks
Questions
66%
Passing Score
$395 USD
Exam Cost
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Learn aliases like 'k=kubectl' and use '--dry-run=client -o yaml' to generate manifests quickly. Time is critical in this exam.
You can access kubernetes.io/docs during the exam. Practice navigating it quickly - know where to find YAML examples for each resource type.
Set up clusters using kubeadm on VMs or use tools like minikube/kind. Hands-on practice is essential for a performance-based exam.
The exam uses multiple clusters. Always run 'kubectl config use-context <context>' at the start of each question to avoid mistakes.
Don't get stuck on hard questions. Skip and return if you're spending more than 8-10 minutes on a single task.
After completing each task, verify it works (e.g., kubectl get, describe, test connectivity). Partial credit is often available.