What the PMP exam looks like
The PMP exam spans People, Process and Business Environment across predictive, agile and hybrid approaches. For experienced project leaders ready to prove their expertise.
PMP exam at a glance
| Certifying body | PMI |
|---|---|
| Number of questions | 180 |
| Time allowed | 230 minutes (3h 50m) |
| 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 |
| Scheduled breaks | 2 optional break(s) of 10 min |
PMP syllabus & domain weighting
How the 180 questions are distributed across the exam content outline.
Question types on PMP
- Single best answer (multiple choice)
- Multiple response (choose two or more)
- Numerical / calculation items
How PMP is scored
PMI scores across domains as Above Target / Target / Below Target โ there is no published % pass mark.
How to prepare for PMP
- 1Study to the blueprint
Weight your prep to the domains above โ the heaviest domain (Process) 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.
PMP exam pattern โ FAQ
How many questions are on the PMP exam?๏ผ
The PMP exam has 180 questions.
How long is the PMP exam?๏ผ
You get 230 minutes (3h 50m) to complete the PMP exam.
What is the passing score for PMP?๏ผ
PMI scores across domains as Above Target / Target / Below Target โ there is no published % pass mark.
What question types are on the PMP exam?๏ผ
Single best answer (multiple choice), Multiple response (choose two or more), Numerical / calculation items.
What topics does the PMP exam cover?๏ผ
People (42%); Process (50%); Business Environment (8%).