Project Management
CSMCertified ScrumMaster
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) from Scrum Alliance validates Scrum framework knowledge for facilitating Agile teams.
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Exam facts
Everything you need to know about the CSM exam.
- Passing score
- 37 / 50 (74%)
- Format & length
- 50 questions · 60 minutes
- Voucher cost
- Bundled with required 2-day course (~$995–1,495 total)
- Prerequisites
- Mandatory 2-day CSM course from a Certified Scrum Trainer
- Validity
- 2 years
What’s tested
Key topics on the CSM exam.
The Cert Climb question bank is mapped to every domain on the official CSM exam blueprint, so what you study is what the test asks.
- Scrum Theory
- Scrum Roles
- Scrum Events
- Scrum Artifacts
Who it’s for
Built for the people taking this exam.
Scrum Masters, Agile coaches, project managers transitioning to Agile environments.
Why it matters in 2026
The career signal.
CSM is the Scrum credential most often listed by name in US enterprise and consulting postings, despite costing more than PSM I because of the required 2-day instructor-led course. The course is the value for first-time Scrum Masters; the certification itself is the resume signal. Recognised everywhere, easier to pass than PSM I, but requires renewal every 2 years.
What you get
Everything you need to actually pass.
Full question bank
300 questions covering every objective on the official CSM exam blueprint, with detailed explanations on every option — right and wrong.
Quiz modes
Timed exam simulation, missed-only review, topic drills, and a daily question of the day. Practice the way you study best.
Flashcards
Spaced-repetition flashcards generated from each topic. Pull them up on a phone in the gap between meetings.
Progress tracking
See per-topic accuracy and answered counts. Find weak areas before they cost you on test day.
Per-category premium
Unlocking CSM unlocks every other Project Management exam in the Cert Climb catalog — pay once, stack credentials.
No-fluff explanations
Every wrong answer comes with a 2-3 sentence explanation of why it’s wrong, not just “the correct answer is X.” Pattern recognition is the whole game.
Read while you study
CSM articles & study guides
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about CSM
How many questions does the CSM bank have?
300 questions, organized into 5 subject areas mapped to the official exam objectives.
Is the free trial really free?
Yes. 30 questions, no credit card, no email-trap, no “activate by Friday or pay” spam. You either upgrade because the bank’s good, or you don’t.
What does premium cost?
Premium is sold per category and unlocks every Project Management exam in the Cert Climb catalog. Plans are 1-month, 3-month, or 12-month — see the upgrade modal for current pricing.
How current is the CSM content?
We track exam version updates and refresh the bank within weeks of new objectives. Where the version of an exam matters (e.g. CompTIA SY0-701 vs. SY0-601), question explanations call it out.
Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
Yes. Cancellation is one click from your profile. Your access continues through the end of the period you’ve already paid for.
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