What you're being assessed on
The Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I) assessment validates a candidate's understanding of the Scrum framework, Scrum values, Scrum Team, Scrum events, Scrum artifacts, Definition of Done, and Scrum Master accountabilities.
This exam-only package provides a PSM I assessment password/voucher. Training is not included. The assessment is administered by Scrum.org and can be taken online using the assessment password provided to the candidate.
Candidates do not need to attend PSM training before purchasing the assessment. After receiving the assessment password, the candidate can access the official online assessment through their Scrum.org account.
This exam-only package provides a PSM I assessment password/voucher. Training is not included. The assessment is administered by Scrum.org and can be taken online using the assessment password provided to the candidate.
Candidates do not need to attend PSM training before purchasing the assessment. After receiving the assessment password, the candidate can access the official online assessment through their Scrum.org account.
How the exam works
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80 multiple-choice questions
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60 minutes — the timer runs on our server, so closing the tab doesn't stop it
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Pass mark is 85%
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2 attempts included in the fee; retakes are $150.00
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Answers autosave as you go, and questions and options are shuffled per candidate
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Available immediately after payment — sit it whenever you're ready
Eligibility & prerequisites
- No mandatory training prerequisite
- No prior Scrum certification required
- Basic familiarity with Scrum is recommended
- Candidates should review the Scrum Guide before attempting the assessment
What the exam covers
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Understanding and Applying the Scrum Framework
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Empiricism
3
Scrum Values
4
Scrum Team
5
Scrum Events
6
Scrum Artifacts
7
Definition of Done
8
Developing People and Teams
9
Self-Managing Teams
10
Facilitation
11
Coaching and Mentoring
12
Managing Products with Agility
13
Forecasting and Release Planning
14
Product Value
15
Product Backlog Management
16
Stakeholders and Customers
What this certification proves
OUTCOME 1
Understanding of the Scrum framework
OUTCOME 2
Understanding of Scrum values
OUTCOME 3
Understanding of Scrum Team accountabilities
OUTCOME 4
Understanding of Scrum events
OUTCOME 5
Understanding of Scrum artifacts and commitments
OUTCOME 6
Understanding of the Definition of Done
OUTCOME 7
Understanding of Scrum Master accountabilities
OUTCOME 8
Ability to apply Scrum principles and practices
Skills validated by this exam
Who should sit it
- Aspiring Scrum Masters
- Scrum Masters
- Project Managers
- Agile Project Managers
- Scrum Team Members
- Product Owners
- Developers
- Team Leads
- Software Development Managers
- Agile practitioners
What your fee covers
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PSM I assessment password/voucher
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One official PSM I assessment attempt
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Online assessment access
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Assessment process guidance
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Scrum.org assessment access
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PSM I certification upon successful completion
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Free Credly digital credential upon successful certification
Your certificate
Certification: Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I)
Certification Body: Scrum.org
Assessment: Official Scrum.org online assessment
Assessment Attempts: 1 per purchased assessment password
Passing Score: 85%
Validity: Lifetime; no renewal fee or recurring certification renewal is required.
Training Requirement: Not mandatory. Candidates can purchase the PSM I assessment independently without attending training.
Certification Body: Scrum.org
Assessment: Official Scrum.org online assessment
Assessment Attempts: 1 per purchased assessment password
Passing Score: 85%
Validity: Lifetime; no renewal fee or recurring certification renewal is required.
Training Requirement: Not mandatory. Candidates can purchase the PSM I assessment independently without attending training.