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CompTIA PT1-002 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CompTIA |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Beta Exam |
| Exam Number: | PT1-002 |
| Passing Score: | 750 (scale 100-900) |
| Real Exam Qty: | Up to 85 |
| Exam Format: | Drag-and-drop, Performance-based, Multiple-choice |
| Related Certifications: | CompTIA Security+ CompTIA CySA+ |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | Beta pricing: $229 USD |
| Exam Duration: | 165 minutes |
| Recommended Training: | Official CompTIA Study Guide CompTIA CertMaster Learn |
| Exam Registration: | CompTIA Registration Pearson VUE |
| Exam Way: | Pearson VUE testing centers or online proctored |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; CompTIA Security+ or equivalent knowledge plus 3-4 years hands-on cybersecurity experience recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.comptia.org/certifications/pentest |
CompTIA PT1-002 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning | 22% | - Analysis of scan results and risk prioritization - Passive and active reconnaissance techniques - Vulnerability scanning and validation |
| Planning and Scoping | 14% | - Engagement planning and scope definition - Rules of engagement and ethics - Legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements |
| Attacks and Exploits | 30% | - Network, wireless, and application attacks - Exploitation techniques and tools - Post-exploitation and lateral movement |
| Reporting and Communication | 18% | - Documenting findings and risk levels - Technical and executive reporting - Remediation recommendations |
| Tools and Code Analysis | 16% | - Interpreting tool outputs - Penetration testing tool usage - Basic script analysis (Python, Bash, PowerShell) |
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The PT1-002 exam contains Up to 85 questions and gives you 165 minutes to complete them. That works out to a brisk pace, so you cannot afford to stall on a single tricky item — flag it, move on, and circle back if time allows. Before exam day, run at least two timed mock sessions with the PracticeVCE desktop or online test engine; practicing against a real clock turns the official time limit into a comfortable rhythm instead of a source of panic.
The PT1-002 exam (full name: CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Beta Exam) is a CompTIA certification exam that leads to the CompTIA PenTest+ credential, positioned at the Intermediate level. It validates the skills CompTIA expects from professionals working with its technologies, and passing it is the key step toward getting certified. It also sits within a broader certification path that includes CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+.
The CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Beta exam is organized into 5 domains. The main areas include Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning (22%), Reporting and Communication (18%), and Attacks and Exploits (30%). Scroll up to the exam syllabus section on this page for the complete topic-by-topic outline.
No mandatory prerequisites; CompTIA Security+ or equivalent knowledge plus 3-4 years hands-on cybersecurity experience recommended
Eligibility requirements can change, so before you register, confirm the latest criteria on the official CompTIA exam page.
To pass the PT1-002 exam you need a score of 750 (scale 100-900), and the official registration fee is Beta pricing: $229 USD. Keep in mind that a failed attempt comes at full price: retaking the exam means paying the entire fee again. A smart way to protect that investment is to self-test first — work through the 0 practice questions at PracticeVCE until your timed scores sit comfortably above the passing line before you book a seat.
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