What the CSM exam looks like
CSM covers Lean-Agile foundations and the Scrum Master's role as a servant leader โ enabling the Scrum Team, facilitating events and safeguarding transparency.
CSM exam at a glance
| Certifying body | Scrum Alliance |
|---|---|
| Number of questions | 50 |
| Time allowed | 60 minutes (1h) |
| Question format | Single best answer (multiple choice), Multiple response (choose two or more), True / false |
| Scoring | Fixed pass mark of 74%. |
| Open / closed book | Closed book |
CSM syllabus & domain weighting
How the 50 questions are distributed across the exam content outline.
Question types on CSM
- Single best answer (multiple choice)
- Multiple response (choose two or more)
- True / false
How CSM is scored
Scrum Alliance CSM requires 74% (37/50) to pass.
How to prepare for CSM
- 1Study to the blueprint
Weight your prep to the domains above โ the heaviest domain (Scrum Master Role & Servant Leadership) 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), true / false 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.
CSM exam pattern โ FAQ
How many questions are on the CSM exam?๏ผ
The CSM exam has 50 questions.
How long is the CSM exam?๏ผ
You get 60 minutes (1h) to complete the CSM exam.
What is the passing score for CSM?๏ผ
Scrum Alliance CSM requires 74% (37/50) to pass.
What question types are on the CSM exam?๏ผ
Single best answer (multiple choice), Multiple response (choose two or more), True / false.
What topics does the CSM exam cover?๏ผ
Lean, Agile & Scrum Foundations (15%); Scrum Master Role & Servant Leadership (25%); Product Owner & Product Backlog (15%); Developers & Self-Management (15%); Scrum Events (20%); Artifacts & Transparency (10%).