Project Management
PSM IProfessional Scrum Master I
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) from Scrum.org is a vendor-neutral Scrum certification with no required course — earn it by passing the assessment alone.
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Exam facts
Everything you need to know about the PSM I exam.
- Passing score
- 85% (68 / 80)
- Format & length
- 80 questions · 60 minutes
- Voucher cost
- $200 USD
- Prerequisites
- None required
- Validity
- Lifetime (does not expire)
Exam facts sourced from the official Scrum.org certification page. Last reviewed June 2026.
What’s tested
Key topics on the PSM I exam.
The Cert Climb question bank is mapped to every domain on the official PSM I exam blueprint, so what you study is what the test asks.
- Scrum Framework
- Scrum Events
- Scrum Artifacts
- Done
- Self-Managing Teams
Who it’s for
Built for the people taking this exam.
Scrum practitioners who want a respected certification without paying for a mandatory course. Known for being harder than CSM.
Why it matters in 2026
The career signal.
PSM I has a deserved reputation as the harder Scrum cert — 85% pass mark, no required course, questions test application rather than recall. That difficulty is exactly why technical and product-led organizations (especially software companies) often prefer it over CSM. Lifetime validity, no renewal fees, and a lower price tag make it the better long-term value once you can self-study.
What you get
Everything you need to actually pass.
Full question bank
300 questions covering every objective on the official PSM I 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 PSM I 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
PSM I articles & study guides
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about PSM I
What is the PSM I exam?
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) from Scrum. org is a vendor-neutral Scrum certification with no required course — earn it by passing the assessment alone.
How many questions are on the PSM I exam, and how long is it?
80 questions · 60 minutes
What is the passing score for the PSM I exam?
85% (68 / 80)
How much does the PSM I exam cost?
$200 USD
Are there prerequisites for the PSM I exam?
None required
How long is the PSM I certification valid?
Lifetime (does not expire)
How many questions does the PSM I 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 PSM I 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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