What the PMI-RMP exam looks like
PMI-RMP validates advanced risk skills โ strategy and planning, identification, qualitative & quantitative analysis, response, and ongoing monitoring across predictive and agile projects.
PMI-RMP exam at a glance
| Certifying body | PMI |
|---|---|
| Number of questions | 115 |
| Time allowed | 150 minutes (2h 30m) |
| 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 |
PMI-RMP syllabus & domain weighting
How the 115 questions are distributed across the exam content outline.
Question types on PMI-RMP
- Single best answer (multiple choice)
- Multiple response (choose two or more)
- Numerical / calculation items
How PMI-RMP is scored
PMI reports proficiency by domain rather than a single percentage pass score.
How to prepare for PMI-RMP
- 1Study to the blueprint
Weight your prep to the domains above โ the heaviest domain (Risk Identification) carries the most marks.
- 2Practice timed questions
Rehearse at exam pace โ 1.3 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.
PMI-RMP exam pattern โ FAQ
How many questions are on the PMI-RMP exam?๏ผ
The PMI-RMP exam has 115 questions.
How long is the PMI-RMP exam?๏ผ
You get 150 minutes (2h 30m) to complete the PMI-RMP exam.
What is the passing score for PMI-RMP?๏ผ
PMI reports proficiency by domain rather than a single percentage pass score.
What question types are on the PMI-RMP exam?๏ผ
Single best answer (multiple choice), Multiple response (choose two or more), Numerical / calculation items.
What topics does the PMI-RMP exam cover?๏ผ
Risk Strategy & Planning (22%); Risk Identification (23%); Risk Analysis (23%); Risk Response (13%); Monitor & Close Risks (19%).