Nutanix

Nutanix Certified Professional 5.10

NCP

A Professional-level exam on the Nutanix Core track, covering Cluster Configuration, Storage and Virtualization, Networking, and more, rated Medium in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 6 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 55 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
70%
Exam Questions
55
Exam Fee
$200
Format
multiple-choice
Difficulty
Medium
Exp. Needed
6 months
Cert Valid
2 yr
Free Questions
20
Languages
English

What the NCP Exam Covers

5 official domains

1

Cluster Configuration 20%

2

Storage and Virtualization 20%

3

Networking 20%

4

Management and Security 20%

5

Troubleshooting 20%

Who Should Take This

NCP target roles

Systems Administrator
Infrastructure Engineer
Nutanix Administrator

Certification Path

Professional · Nutanix Core

PrerequisitesNCA
Current ExamNCP

NCP exam guide

How hard is the NCP exam?

The NCP 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 NCP?

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 NCP exam format?

Expect around 55 questions, 90 minutes to complete, formats include multiple-choice, the current blueprint is version 5.10, 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 NCP exam?

This is a professional-level certification, the prerequisite is nca, typical target roles include systems administrator, infrastructure engineer, nutanix administrator. 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 NCP?

this exam sits on the Nutanix Core 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 NCP 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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