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Microsoft does not offer a permanent free certification program for everyone interested in its courses.
What is available:
- Microsoft Learn training content can be free to access.
- Certification exams are typically paid.
- Free certification exams or vouchers are sometimes offered through limited-time promotions such as Microsoft Ignite, Microsoft Build Cloud Skills Challenge, and similar event-based offers.
- These offers are usually time-limited and may require specific eligibility, such as attending an event in person or completing a challenge.
- Students and educators may have access to discounts or free/discounted exam vouchers through specific academic programs.
Examples from the available offers:
- Microsoft Ignite attendees who attended in person could claim one free eligible exam.
- Microsoft Build Cloud Skills Challenge participants who completed a challenge could claim one free eligible exam.
- Educators in Microsoft Learn for Educators can request free practice assessments and free/discounted certification exam vouchers.
References:
- Microsoft Ignite and Microsoft Ignite The Tour: Free Certification Exam Offer
- Microsoft Build Cloud Skills Challenge 2020: Free Certification Exam
- Microsoft Build Cloud Skills Challenge May 2022: Free Certification Exam
- Options for Certifications
- Can I earn free certificate from azure program - Microsoft Q&A
- Question on vouchers - Microsoft Q&A
- Is this program and free and will I will get a certificate after completion of a course? - Microsoft Q&A