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Professional Scrum Master I
Also known as: PSM-I
60 minutes
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About This Certification
The Professional Scrum Master I (PSM-I) from Scrum.org is one of the most respected Scrum certifications in the world. Founded by Ken Schwaber, co-creator of Scrum, Scrum.org maintains a rigorous certification programme that prioritises genuine understanding over attendance-based credentials.
PSM-I validates fundamental Scrum knowledge including the Scrum framework, its values, events, roles, and artifacts. The 85% passing threshold is significantly higher than most IT certifications.
Unlike Scrum Alliance's CSM which requires attending a 2-day certified training, PSM-I can be taken without mandatory training. Scrum.org provides a free Open Assessment that gives you a preview of question style and difficulty.
PSM-I is a lifetime certification - it never expires, a significant advantage over other Scrum certifications that require renewal fees.
PSM-I validates fundamental Scrum knowledge including the Scrum framework, its values, events, roles, and artifacts. The 85% passing threshold is significantly higher than most IT certifications.
Unlike Scrum Alliance's CSM which requires attending a 2-day certified training, PSM-I can be taken without mandatory training. Scrum.org provides a free Open Assessment that gives you a preview of question style and difficulty.
PSM-I is a lifetime certification - it never expires, a significant advantage over other Scrum certifications that require renewal fees.
Who Should Take This Exam?
Scrum Masters new to the role or wanting formal validation
Developers and team members working in Scrum teams
Product Owners seeking broader Scrum understanding
Agile coaches and consultants
Project managers transitioning to Agile
Developers and team members working in Scrum teams
Product Owners seeking broader Scrum understanding
Agile coaches and consultants
Project managers transitioning to Agile
What You'll Learn
Explain the Scrum framework, values, and theory
Describe the roles of Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developers
Explain the purpose and activities of Sprint Planning
Describe the Daily Scrum and its purpose
Explain the Sprint Review and Sprint Retrospective
Explain the Product Backlog and Sprint Backlog management
Explain the Increment and the Definition of Done
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisites required
No mandatory training attendance required
Thorough understanding of the current Scrum Guide is essential
Taking the free PSM Open assessment on Scrum.org is strongly recommended
No mandatory training attendance required
Thorough understanding of the current Scrum Guide is essential
Taking the free PSM Open assessment on Scrum.org is strongly recommended
Exam Details
Format: Multiple choice and multiple answer questions
Questions: 80
Duration: 60 minutes
Passing Score: 85% (68 out of 80 correct)
Fee: USD 200 per attempt
Delivery: Online - no test centre required
Validity: Lifetime - never expires
Questions: 80
Duration: 60 minutes
Passing Score: 85% (68 out of 80 correct)
Fee: USD 200 per attempt
Delivery: Online - no test centre required
Validity: Lifetime - never expires
Salary Potential
United States: USD 90,000 - USD 140,000 per year (Scrum Master roles)
UK: GBP 50,000 - GBP 85,000 per year
UAE: AED 120,000 - AED 220,000 per year
India: INR 7,00,000 - INR 18,00,000 per year
UK: GBP 50,000 - GBP 85,000 per year
UAE: AED 120,000 - AED 220,000 per year
India: INR 7,00,000 - INR 18,00,000 per year
Frequently Asked Questions
PSM-I has an 85% passing threshold with no mandatory training. CSM requires 2-day certified training. Both are well respected.
No. PSM-I is a lifetime certification that never expires, unlike CSM which requires 2-year renewal.
Unlimited attempts, with a 24-hour wait between attempts and USD 200 fee per attempt.
The passing threshold is 85%, requiring 68 of 80 questions correct.
$200
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