What the CAPM exam looks like
CAPM covers predictive and agile project management plus business analysis fundamentals. Ideal for students, new PMs and anyone starting a project-management career.
CAPM exam at a glance
| Certifying body | PMI |
|---|---|
| Number of questions | 150 |
| Time allowed | 180 minutes (3h) |
| Question format | Single best answer (multiple choice), Multiple response (choose two or more), Numerical / calculation items |
| Scoring | Reported as proficiency by domain (Above / Target / Below Target) โ no fixed percentage pass mark. |
| Open / closed book | Closed book |
CAPM syllabus & domain weighting
How the 150 questions are distributed across the exam content outline.
Question types on CAPM
- Single best answer (multiple choice)
- Multiple response (choose two or more)
- Numerical / calculation items
How CAPM is scored
PMI reports proficiency by domain (Above/Below Target), not a fixed percentage pass mark.
How to prepare for CAPM
- 1Study to the blueprint
Weight your prep to the domains above โ the heaviest domain (Project Management Fundamentals & Core Concepts) carries the most marks.
- 2Practice timed questions
Rehearse at exam pace โ 1.2 minutes per question on average.
- 3Master the question types
Get comfortable with single best answer (multiple choice), multiple response (choose two or more), numerical / calculation items before test day.
- 4Take full mock exams
Sit at least a few full-length, timed mocks and review every explanation until your weak domains are green.
CAPM exam pattern โ FAQ
How many questions are on the CAPM exam?๏ผ
The CAPM exam has 150 questions.
How long is the CAPM exam?๏ผ
You get 180 minutes (3h) to complete the CAPM exam.
What is the passing score for CAPM?๏ผ
PMI reports proficiency by domain (Above/Below Target), not a fixed percentage pass mark.
What question types are on the CAPM exam?๏ผ
Single best answer (multiple choice), Multiple response (choose two or more), Numerical / calculation items.
What topics does the CAPM exam cover?๏ผ
Project Management Fundamentals & Core Concepts (36%); Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies (17%); Agile Frameworks / Methodologies (20%); Business Analysis Frameworks (27%).