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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: GitHub Foundations Exam

75

Scored Questions

GitHub

70%

Passing Score

GitHub

120 min

Exam Duration

GitHub

$99

Exam Fee

GitHub

3 years

Validity

GitHub

30%

Collaboration Domain

Largest domain

The GitHub Foundations exam has 75 scored questions (plus ~10-15 pretest) in 120 minutes with a passing score of 70%. Key domains: Collaboration Features (30%), Introduction to Git and GitHub (22%), Project Management and Security (15%), Modern Development (13%), and Community/Open Source (12%). No prerequisites required. $99 exam fee. Certification valid for 3 years. Available online proctored.

About the GitHub Foundations Exam

The GitHub Foundations Certification validates foundational knowledge of Git version control, GitHub collaboration features, and the GitHub ecosystem. Launched in 2024, it covers repositories, pull requests, GitHub Actions, Copilot, security features, and open source practices. It is GitHub's entry-level certification and requires no prior experience.

Questions

75 scored questions

Time Limit

120 minutes (2 hours)

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$99 (GitHub / PSI)

GitHub Foundations Exam Content Outline

22%

Introduction to Git and GitHub

Git basics, repositories, commits, branches, version control concepts, and the GitHub ecosystem

8%

Working with GitHub Repositories

Creating repos, managing files, settings, templates, visibility, README, and license files

30%

Collaboration Features

Pull requests, issues, code review, branch protection, GitHub flow, labels, milestones, and projects

13%

Modern Development

GitHub Actions, Copilot, Codespaces, Packages, and CI/CD workflows

15%

Project Management and Security

GitHub Projects, Dependabot, secret scanning, code scanning, 2FA, and audit logs

12%

Community and Open Source

Open source licensing, contributing workflows, inner source, GitHub Sponsors, and community health files

How to Pass the GitHub Foundations Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 75 questions
  • Time limit: 120 minutes (2 hours)
  • Exam fee: $99

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

GitHub Foundations Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus on Collaboration Features (30%) — master pull requests, code review, issues, GitHub flow, and branch protection
2Create a GitHub account and practice hands-on — create repos, branches, PRs, and issues to build muscle memory
3Learn GitHub Actions basics — know workflow triggers, YAML structure, jobs, steps, runners, and secrets
4Understand open source licensing differences — MIT (permissive), Apache (patent), GPL (copyleft)
5Know GitHub security features — Dependabot, secret scanning, code scanning, 2FA, and the dependency graph

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GitHub Foundations certification?

The GitHub Foundations certification validates foundational knowledge of Git, GitHub collaboration features, and the GitHub ecosystem. Launched in 2024, it is GitHub's entry-level certification covering repositories, pull requests, GitHub Actions, Copilot, security features, and open source practices. No prior experience is required.

How many questions are on the GitHub Foundations exam?

The exam has approximately 75 scored questions plus 10-15 unscored pretest questions, for a total of about 85-90 questions in 120 minutes. The passing score is 70%. Questions are multiple-choice and test conceptual understanding of Git and GitHub features.

What is the largest domain on the GitHub Foundations exam?

Collaboration Features is the largest domain at 30% of the exam. It covers pull requests, issues, code review, GitHub flow, branch protection rules, CODEOWNERS, labels, milestones, and GitHub Projects. Focus your study time here along with Git/GitHub Basics (22%).

How should I prepare for the GitHub Foundations exam?

Plan for 20-40 hours of study over 1-3 weeks. Use the free GitHub Skills courses and Microsoft Learn paths as your primary study materials. Create a GitHub account and practice the features hands-on. Focus on Collaboration Features (30%) and Git/GitHub Basics (22%). Complete 100+ practice questions and aim for 80%+ before scheduling.

Is the GitHub Foundations certification worth it?

Yes — GitHub is the world's largest development platform with 100M+ developers. The certification validates skills employers look for in DevOps, software development, and technical roles. At $99 it is affordable, requires no prerequisites, and complements cloud certifications (AWS, Azure). The certification is valid for 3 years.

What are the prerequisites for the GitHub Foundations exam?

There are no prerequisites — anyone can take the exam regardless of education or experience level. It is designed as an entry-level certification. GitHub recommends familiarity with Git basics and having used GitHub, but this is not required. Free learning resources are available on GitHub Skills and Microsoft Learn.