Salesforce Platform Administrator exam: format, passing score and cost
Short answer: the Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam has 60 scored multiple-choice questions plus up to 5 unscored questions, a 105-minute time limit, and a passing score of 68% (41 of 60) for the English exam.
| Scored questions | 60 |
|---|---|
| Unscored questions | Up to 5 |
| Time limit | 105 minutes |
| Passing score (English) | 68% (41 of 60) |
| Registration fee | US$200 |
| Retake fee | US$100 |
| Prerequisite | None |
| Recommended experience | 6 or more months as an Admin |
| Proctoring | Proctored; no reference materials allowed |
What the exam covers
The exam is split into 8 sections with different weights. The largest is Data and Analytics Management at 17%. See the full list of sections and weights.
How to prepare
Work through the sections in proportion to their weights, then take timed practice exams of 60 questions so the 105-minute limit feels normal. The study plan shows one way to do that, and spaced repetition keeps what you learned from fading.
Source: the official exam guide (Summer '25). Checked against the Summer '25 version of the guide on October 12, 2026; exam details can change, so confirm them on Salesforce's exam page before you book.
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Last updated October 9, 2026.