Google Cloud
Scoring Guide
Cloud EngineerPassing Score
Understand the scoring requirements for the GCP-3 exam. Learn what score you need to pass and how the exam is evaluated.
Minimum Passing Score
Scaled score
You need to score at least Scaled score to pass
Exam Details
Exam Scoring Details
Key information about the Cloud Engineer exam format
Passing Score
Scaled score
Minimum score required to pass
Total Questions
50-60
Questions on the exam
Time Limit
120 min
To complete the exam
Domains
5
Topic areas covered
Domain Weights
Score by Domain
Questions are distributed across 5 domains
Domain 1Setting up a cloud solution environment
20%
~13 questions
Domain 2Planning and configuring a cloud solution
20%
~13 questions
Domain 3Deploying and implementing a cloud solution
25%
~16 questions
Domain 4Ensuring successful operation of a cloud solution
20%
~13 questions
Domain 5Configuring access and security
15%
~10 questions
Important Notes
- Some questions may be unscored (used for research)
- All questions carry equal weight within their domain
- There is no penalty for wrong answers - always guess
- Results are typically available immediately after the exam
Scoring Tips
- Aim for 80%+ in practice exams before taking the real exam
- Focus on high-weight domains for maximum impact
- Do not spend too long on any single question
- Review flagged questions at the end if time permits
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