Cisco exams are delivered by Pearson VUE. You can take them at a test center or online from home.
1. When to book
Finish your path: Complete all the lessons and labs of your path.
Use the Exam Simulator: Practice in real exam conditions until you score well consistently. Then book your exam.
2. Create your Cisco account
Cisco account: Create one on cisco.com if you don't have one yet.
Profile: Your name must match your government-issued photo ID exactly.
3. Schedule the exam
Where: Sign in on Pearson VUE's Cisco page and pick your exam (200-301, 350-401 or 300-410).
Test center: Choose a nearby Pearson VUE center, a date and a time.
Online (OnVUE): Choose the home or office option. Run the system test in advance, from the room you will test in.
4. Price
On cisco.com: CCNA $300, ENCOR $400, ENARSI $300 (USD). Local prices and taxes can vary, so check the current price before booking.
5. On exam day
Test center: Arrive early with your government-issued photo ID.
Online: Check-in opens 30 minutes before your start time. Closed door, clear desk, no notes and no extra monitors.
6. Need help?
Exam prep questions: Ask on our Discord server.
Booking issues: Contact Pearson VUE or Cisco directly.