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Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-901)
AI-901 is the required exam for Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals. The current study guide divides its scope into identifying AI concepts and capabilities, and implementing AI solutions using Microsoft Foundry. Microsoft describes candidates as early in AI solution development, but expects Python coding knowledge, foundational technical skills, and familiarity with Azure resources. This is therefore not a purely nontechnical overview. Microsoft's fundamentals exam policy specifies 45 minutes of assessment time, separate from preparation and appointment time. The observed fee is USD 99 with the United States exam region selected, not a worldwide price. Microsoft fundamentals certifications do not expire. Review the current AI-901 objectives rather than assuming older Azure AI Fundamentals preparation materials cover the updated scope.
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- Price
- USD 99United States exam-proctoring region selected; single exam attempt. Not a global price. Confirm local pricing before booking.
- Duration
- 45 minutes (exam only; not preparation time)
- Format
- Certification exam
- Credential
- certification
- Prerequisites
- Conceptual knowledge of AI solutions in Azure and foundational technical skills; Python coding syntax and programming techniques; familiarity with Azure resources, REST APIs, SDKs, and CLIs.
Sources ↗
- Price — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/ai-901/
- Duration — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/support/exam-duration-exam-experience
- Official program page — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/ai-901/
- Modules or exam domains — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/resources/study-guides/ai-901
- Credential details — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/azure-ai-fundamentals/
- Credential details — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/support/credential-expiration-policy
- Credential details — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/support/view-use-share-certificates-achievements
- Credential details — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/renew-your-microsoft-certification
- Cost terms — https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/support/retake-policy
What’s covered
- Identify AI concepts and capabilities
- Implement AI solutions by using Microsoft Foundry
Prerequisites: Conceptual knowledge of AI solutions in Azure and foundational technical skills; Python coding syntax and programming techniques; familiarity with Azure resources, REST APIs, SDKs, and CLIs.
Do I need Python knowledge for AI-901?
Yes. The current study guide says candidates need knowledge of Python coding syntax and programming techniques, along with conceptual knowledge of Azure AI solutions and foundational technical skills. It also calls for familiarity with Azure resources, REST APIs, SDKs, and CLIs. Although Microsoft describes the audience as early in AI solution development, we would not interpret Fundamentals as meaning no technical background. Compare those expectations with your experience before choosing your preparation route.
What does the current AI-901 exam cover?
The current study guide lists two weighted domains: identifying AI concepts and capabilities, at 40–45%, and implementing AI solutions using Microsoft Foundry, at 55–60%. These are assessment domains, not two training modules with assigned study hours. The guide identifies skills measured from April 15, 2026. We would use that dated outline when selecting learning materials, rather than rely on an older scheduling description or assume an earlier exam's topic list is unchanged.
How much does AI-901 cost, and how long does it take?
The observed registration fee is USD 99 with the United States exam-proctoring region selected; Microsoft says pricing depends on where the exam is proctored and excludes applicable taxes. Confirm your local fee before booking. Its fundamentals exam policy provides 45 minutes for the exam and distinguishes that from appointment time. Neither figure establishes preparation time or total qualification cost, and the saved evidence does not verify a separate numeric retake fee.
What credential does AI-901 lead to, and does it expire?
The credential is Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals, and its current credential page lists AI-901 as the required exam. Microsoft's policy says fundamentals certifications do not expire. Credentials can be shared through Microsoft Learn, including on LinkedIn, and certificates can be downloaded or printed. A shared credential can be verified only when the Learn profile is public. Keep these award and sharing rules distinct from completing a course or using a practice assessment.
What you actually do
What the credential is
- Credential type
- certification · Source
- Credential
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals · Source
- Issuer
- Microsoft · Source
- Sharing
- Share through Microsoft Learn, including LinkedIn; downloadable and printable certificate. Public profile required for verification of shared credentials. · Source
- Expiry and renewal
- Fundamentals certifications do not expire. · Source Source
- Exam requirement
- Pass AI-901; passing score 700. · Source Source Source
Total cost to finish
Estimate for the stated payment scope: USD 99 × 1 = USD 99.
- One AI-901 exam attempt, United States region: USD 99 × 1 = USD 99. One exam registration only; no guarantee of passing or complete preparation cost. · Source
Scope: Exam-fee-only estimate: USD 99 × 1 = USD 99. Region: United States. Excludes any applicable taxes, optional preparation and cloud usage. · Source Source
Retakes: Payment is required for retakes if applicable; no numeric retake fee verified. · Source Source
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