Microsoft

Microsoft Power Automate RPA Developer

PL-500

An intermediate-level exam on the Power Automate RPA Developer Associate track, covering Design and develop RPA solutions, Manage and monitor RPA, Secure RPA solutions, rated medium in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 12 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 49 questions in 100 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.

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Exam Details

Time Limit
100 min
Passing Score
700
Exam Questions
49
Exam Fee
$165
Format
multiple-choice / case studies
Difficulty
Medium
Exp. Needed
12 months
Cert Valid
1 yr
Free Questions
15
Languages
en, ja, zh-cn, ko, de, fr, es, pt-br

What the PL-500 Exam Covers

3 official domains

1

Design and develop RPA solutions

2

Manage and monitor RPA

3

Secure RPA solutions

Who Should Take This

PL-500 target roles

RPA Developer
Automation Developer

Certification Path

intermediate · Power Automate RPA Developer Associate

PrerequisitesNone (PL-900 recommended)
Current ExamPL-500

PL-500 exam guide

How hard is the PL-500 exam?

The PL-500 is rated medium in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 12 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 PL-500?

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 PL-500 exam format?

Expect around 49 questions, 100 minutes to complete, a passing score of 700, formats include multiple-choice,case studies, the current blueprint is version current, the official exam fee is $165 USD. It is offered in en, ja, zh-cn, ko and more languages. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.

Who should take the PL-500 exam?

This is a intermediate-level certification, the prerequisite is none (pl-900 recommended), typical target roles include rpa developer, automation developer. 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 PL-500?

Candidates who pass usually continue with None, this exam sits on the Power Automate RPA Developer Associate 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 PL-500 certification?

The certification remains valid for 1 year, renewal is possible via pass free online assessment on microsoft learn. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.


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