Here are the current exam details for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification as of 2025:Exam Format:Type: Online, proctored, performance-basedDuration: 2 hoursEnvironment: Command-line tasks in a live Kubernetes environmentAttempts: Includes 2 exam attempts within a 12-month periodScoring:Passing Score: 66%Each CKA simulator session has 17 questions, and you will receive a different set of questions (17 total) in each attempt. The exam is scored based on the weight of each domain, not just the number of correct answers.Cost:Standard Price: $395 USDBundle Option: You can bundle the CKA exam with a THRIVE subscription (includes training and other resources) for $645 USD.Domains and Weightings:Troubleshooting – 30%Troubleshoot clusters, nodes, and componentsMonitor resource usageEvaluate container logs and outputTroubleshoot services and networkingCluster Architecture, Installation & Configuration – 25%Manage RBACInstall and configure clusters using kubeadmSet up HA control planesUse Helm and KustomizeUnderstand CRDs and operatorsServices & Networking – 20%Pod connectivity and network policiesService types: ClusterIP, NodePort, LoadBalancer
What you'll learn
understand the structure and requirements of the CKA exam
develop skills in troubleshooting Kubernetes clusters and nodes
gain hands-on experience with Kubernetes installation and configuration
learn about networking policies and service types in Kubernetes
Course objectives
prepare for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator exam
emphasize hands-on practice with command-line tasks
familiarize with key concepts and practices in Kubernetes administration