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Scrum Alliance Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

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Your Study Path

CSM Scrum Alliance Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation

1

Phase 1: Complete CST CourseYou are here

Attend the mandatory 16-hour live CSM training course.

16
hours
2

Phase 2: Scrum Framework Refresh

Review Scrum values, events, artifacts, and accountabilities.

6
hours
3

Phase 3: Scrum Master Competencies

Focus on facilitation, coaching, and impediment-removal scenarios.

5
hours
4

Phase 4: Timed Practice and Final Review

Run short timed sets and validate readiness for 50-question exam.

4
hours
Estimated total study time
31 hours
That's about 4 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CSM Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
No formal degree requirement.
Experience
No prior Scrum Master experience required.
Additional Requirements
  • Two exam attempts are included if taken within 90 days of course completion.
  • After included attempts/period, each additional test attempt costs $25.
  • Renew every 2 years with 20 Scrum Education Units (SEUs) and renewal fee.

CSM Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-4 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Scrum Alliance online testing platform

Remote Testing Available
Schedule Your Exam

Retake Policy

Two attempts are included if taken within 90 days of course completion; afterward, each retake costs $25.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeIncluded in course fee (first two attempts within 90 days)
Total Estimated Cost$250-$2,495 initial path, plus retakes and renewal as applicable
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Free CSM Prep Tools

Reported exam pass rate: Scrum Alliance does not publish an official CSM pass-rate percentage.. Check the exam sponsor for the latest official figure.

200 Practice Questions

Targeted question bank aligned to CSM learning objectives.

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Scenario coaching for facilitation, coaching, and Scrum role boundaries.

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What You'll Study

7 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

CSM Exam Details

Scrum Alliance Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Administered by Scrum Alliance

Official Source
74% (37 correct answers out of 50)
Passing Score
50
Questions
60
Minutes
$250-$2,495 (class fee set by trainer; includes first two test attempts within 90 days)
Exam Fee
Study time: 16-30 hours (mandatory 16-hour course plus review)
Prerequisites: Complete a 16-hour live online or in-person course taught by a Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Trainer (CST).
Valid for: 2 years (renew with 20 SEUs and renewal fee)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Scrum Alliance content outline

Scrum FoundationsNot published by Scrum Alliance

Scrum theory, values, events, artifacts, and accountabilities.

Scrum Master Core CompetenciesNot published by Scrum Alliance

Facilitation, coaching, servant leadership, and team support skills.

Service to Team, Product Owner, and OrganizationNot published by Scrum Alliance

Applying Scrum Master practices across team and organizational interfaces.

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7 Chapters

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Practice Quizzes

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