CCAR-F exam format, at a glance
Everything about how the Claude Certified Architect, Foundations exam is built: length, timing, scoring and how much each domain counts.
- Questions
- 60 multiple choice
- Time limit
- 120 minutes
- Scoring
- Scaled, out of 1000
- Pass mark
- 720
- Delivery
- Pearson VUE, proctored
- Domains
- 5, blueprint weighted
Domain weights
Question counts are what a 60-question form works out to at each weight.
| Domain | Weight | About |
|---|---|---|
| Agentic Architecture & Orchestration | 27% | 16 questions |
| Claude Code Configuration & Workflows | 20% | 12 questions |
| Prompt Engineering & Structured Output | 20% | 12 questions |
| Tool Design & MCP Integration | 18% | 11 questions |
| Context Management & Reliability | 15% | 9 questions |
Pacing
120 minutes for 60 questions is about 2 minutes each. The questions are scenario based, so most of that time goes to reading. A full timed mock is the only way to find out whether your pace holds for two hours.
Take the full timed mock
Claude Prep runs 120-minute mock exams scored on the same 1000-point scale, weighted to the official domains.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the CCAR-F exam?+
60 multiple-choice questions, each with one correct answer and three distractors.
How long is the CCAR-F exam?+
120 minutes, which works out to about 2 minutes per question.
What is the CCAR-F passing score?+
The exam is scored on a scaled 1000-point scale and you need 720 to pass.
Which CCAR-F domain is weighted the most?+
Agentic Architecture & Orchestration at 27%. The five domain weights are 27%, 20%, 20%, 18%, 15%.
How do I register for the CCAR-F exam?+
The exam is delivered by Pearson VUE, online or at a test center, through Anthropic's Claude Partner Network. Check the official registration page for the current price and eligibility before you book.