Mini Exam
25 Questions - 50 minutes
Mock PenTest+ Exam
85 PenTest+ Questions - 165 minutes
Daily Quiz Exam
10 Questions - 20 minutes
Standard Practice Quiz
50 Questions - 100 minutes
About the CompTIA PenTest+ Certification
The CompTIA PenTest+ certification is a globally recognized credential that validates advanced penetration testing and vulnerability assessment skills. It is designed for cybersecurity professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in identifying, exploiting, reporting, and managing vulnerabilities on a network.
By earning the PenTest+ certification, you gain the ability to perform penetration testing in various environments, including cloud, hybrid, and traditional on-premises networks. It also covers critical topics such as vulnerability management, compliance, and reporting, ensuring you are prepared for modern cybersecurity challenges.
The PT0-003 exam focuses on penetration testing methodologies, vulnerability management, compliance, and reporting, ensuring candidates are prepared for real-world cybersecurity challenges.
- ✅ Comprehensive coverage of penetration testing methodologies
- ✅ Real-world scenario-based questions to enhance practical skills
- ✅ Instant feedback with detailed explanations for continuous improvement
- ✅ Time management tools to help you prepare effectively for the exam
- ✅ Mobile-friendly platform with dark mode support for a seamless experience
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cybersecurity professional, the PenTest+ certification provides a solid foundation to advance your career. Start your journey today and join thousands of certified professionals who have unlocked new opportunities in the cybersecurity industry.
CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003) Exam Details
CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003) certifies the skills required to plan, scope, and carry out a penetration test and then report the findings. It spans engagement management, reconnaissance and enumeration, vulnerability discovery, the attacks and exploits used against modern environments, and post-exploitation and lateral movement. The exam includes hands-on, performance-based questions.
Exam format at a glance
- Exam code: PT0-003
- Number of questions: Maximum of 90 (multiple-choice and performance-based)
- Time limit: 165 minutes
- Passing score: 750 on a scale of 100–900
- Recommended experience: Network+, Security+, and 3–4 years of hands-on security experience
PenTest+ exam domains
The PT0-003 exam is divided into 5 domains. Allocate your study time in proportion to each domain's weight:
| Domain | Exam weight |
|---|---|
| Engagement Management | 13% |
| Reconnaissance & Enumeration | 21% |
| Vulnerability Discovery & Analysis | 17% |
| Attacks & Exploits | 35% |
| Post-exploitation & Lateral Movement | 14% |
How to study for the PenTest+
- Know the tools used in each phase and the order of a penetration test.
- Attacks & Exploits is the single largest domain — over a third of the exam.
- Practice reading and lightly modifying scripts (Bash, Python, PowerShell).
- Practice with realistic, exam-style questions and review every explanation — aim to consistently score 85%+ before exam day.
- Build a week-by-week schedule with our free study plan generator.
Ready to practice? Use the quizzes above, browse PenTest+ practice questions by topic, see all free practice questions or read the PenTest+ study guide.
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