Automating Cisco Service Provider Solutions (SPAUTO)
300-535
A Professional - Concentration-level exam on the Service Provider track, covering Network Programmability Foundation, Automate Service Provider APIs, Configuration Management, and more, rated Medium in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 18 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 60 questions in 90 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 90 min
- Passing Score
- 825
- Exam Questions
- 60
- Exam Fee
- $300
- Format
- Multiple choice / drag and drop / lab simulations
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Exp. Needed
- 18 months
- Cert Valid
- 3 yr
- CE Credits
- 80 credits
- Languages
- English, Japanese
What the 300-535 Exam Covers
5 official domains
Network Programmability Foundation 25%
Automate Service Provider APIs 25%
Configuration Management 15%
Model-Driven Programmability 25%
Automation Tools and CI/CD 10%
Who Should Take This
300-535 target roles
Certification Path
Professional - Concentration · Service Provider
| Prerequisites | 350-501 SPCOR or equivalent knowledge |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | 300-535 |
| Next Step | CCNP Service ProviderDevNet Professional |
300-535 exam guide
How hard is the 300-535 exam?
The 300-535 is rated medium in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 18 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
How long should you study for the 300-535?
A practical plan for this difficulty level is 8–12 weeks of focused study at one to two hours a day. Split the time across the official domains below, finish each domain with practice questions, and reserve the final two weeks for full-length timed practice and review of missed questions.
What is the 300-535 exam format?
Expect around 60 questions, 90 minutes to complete, a passing score of 825, formats include multiple choice, drag and drop, lab simulations, the current blueprint is version 1.0, the official exam fee is $300 USD. It is offered in English, Japanese. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the 300-535 exam?
This is a professional - concentration-level certification, the prerequisite is 350-501 spcor or equivalent knowledge, typical target roles include sp network automation engineer, network devops engineer, network developer, automation engineer. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the 300-535?
Candidates who pass usually continue with CCNP Service Provider, DevNet Professional, this exam sits on the Service Provider track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.
How do you renew the 300-535 certification?
The certification remains valid for 3 years, renewal is possible via ce credits or pass any professional-level or expert-level exam, that path requires 80 continuing-education credits. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.