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Scoring Guide
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)Passing Score
Understand the scoring requirements for the CSM exam. Learn what score you need to pass and how the exam is evaluated.
Minimum Passing Score
74%
You need to score at least 74% to pass
Exam Details
Exam Scoring Details
Key information about the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) exam format
Passing Score
74%
Minimum score required to pass
Total Questions
50
Questions on the exam
Time Limit
60 min
To complete the exam
Domains
4
Topic areas covered
Domain Weights
Score by Domain
Questions are distributed across 4 domains
Domain 1Scrum Values and Pillars
25%
~13 questions
Domain 2Scrum Roles
25%
~13 questions
Domain 3Scrum Events
25%
~13 questions
Domain 4Scrum Artifacts
25%
~13 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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