Renewals are free
There’s no cost to renew your certification, just make sure you pass the online assessment before your certification expires. Fundamentals certifications do not expire.
MICROSOFT CERTIFICATION RENEWAL
Keep pace with technology
Validate your skills and advance your career by annually renewing your Microsoft Certification for free.
Need to renew your associate, expert, or specialty certification? It’s simple.
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Six-month renewal window
You can take the renewal assessment any time during your six-month eligibility window, via Microsoft Learn. Once you pass, your certification will be extended one year from the expiration date.
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Assessments are short and unproctored
Assessments focus on recent technological and industry updates, so they’re shorter than the original exam(s) and are open book. You can take the assessment as many times as you need as long as you pass before your certification expires.
Stay Microsoft Certified
You worked hard to earn your Microsoft Certification. Watch this short video for a step-by-step overview of the annual renewal process.
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Three steps to renew
Renew your certification for free in three simple steps. To get started, visit your profile on Microsoft Learn.
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Connect your profiles
Connect your Microsoft Learn profile with your certification profile and look for the renew button.
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Refresh your skills
Prepare for the renewal assessment with free, self-paced modules on your certification renewal page.
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Pass the assessment
Pass the free, unproctored, online assessment before your certification expires. Assessments are open book.
Boost your skills and increase your confidence
Prepare for the renewal assessment with the collection of free learning modules available on the renewal page for your certification.
Embrace a growth mindset to advance your career
Microsoft’s free and convenient annual certification renewal process ensures you’re up to date on the latest technology changes. Check your renewal timeline and make sure your skills and certifications are up to date. Once you’re eligible, you’ll receive an email reminding you to renew. Check out the detailed FAQ for answers to all your questions about certification renewals, expiration dates, and more.
