NetApp Certified Data Administrator, ONTAP (NS0-162)
NS0-162
A Specialist-level exam on the Data Management track, covering Storage Platforms, Core ONTAP, ONTAP Storage, and more, rated medium in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 6 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
- 64%%
- Exam Questions
- 60
- Exam Fee
- $200
- Format
- multiple-choice
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Exp. Needed
- 6 months
- Cert Valid
- 2 yr
- Free Questions
- 15
- Languages
- English
What the NS0-162 Exam Covers
7 official domains
Storage Platforms
Core ONTAP
ONTAP Storage
Networking
Storage Protocols and Connectivity
Data Protection
Security
Who Should Take This
NS0-162 target roles
Certification Path
Specialist · Data Management
| Prerequisites | NS0-003 or equivalent experience (6-12 months ONTAP admin) |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | NS0-162 |
| Next Step | NS0-163 or NS0-184 |
NS0-162 exam guide
How hard is the NS0-162 exam?
The NS0-162 is rated medium in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 6 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 NS0-162?
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 NS0-162 exam format?
Expect around 60 questions, 90 minutes to complete, formats include multiple-choice, the official exam fee is $200 USD. It is offered in English. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the NS0-162 exam?
This is a specialist-level certification, the prerequisite is ns0-003 or equivalent experience (6-12 months ontap admin), typical target roles include storage administrator, data administrator, storage 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 NS0-162?
Candidates who pass usually continue with NS0-163 or NS0-184, this exam sits on the Data Management 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 NS0-162 certification?
The certification remains valid for 2 years, renewal is possible via pass current exam version. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.
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