MS-700

You have 100 minutes to complete the assessment. Microsoft states the exam is proctored and that you may have interactive components to complete as part of it. A free exam sandbox lets you interact with different question types in the same interface used during the exam, which is worth trying before you schedule.

Microsoft rates the certification at intermediate level, with the administrator role and Microsoft 365 as the product. It suits administrators who already plan, implement, manage, and maintain Teams collaboration and calling solutions and who understand how Teams integrates into Microsoft 365 services. Hands-on tenant experience matters more than memorization.

Microsoft lists four assessed areas: configure and manage a Teams environment; manage teams, channels, chats, and apps; manage meetings and calling; and monitor, report on, and troubleshoot Teams. Microsoft does not publish the percentage weighting of each area, so treat the four listed areas as equally important when you plan study time.

Yes. Microsoft states you can retake a failed certification exam 24 hours after the first attempt; for subsequent retakes, the amount of time varies. Check the full exam retake policy before rescheduling so you know the waiting period that applies to your situation.

Yes. Microsoft notes that role-based and specialty certifications expire unless renewed, and the renewal frequency for this credential is 12 months. You renew at no cost by passing an online assessment on Microsoft Learn, which lets you review the latest updates to the technology for your job role.

The exam is offered in English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), German, French, Spanish, and Portuguese (Brazil). Microsoft also notes that the English language version of the certification will be updated on October 27, 2026, and points candidates to the study guide linked in the Certification resources section for details about the upcoming changes.

Start with the official Exam MS-700 study guide to see the topics covered, updates, and additional resources. Then take the practice assessment on AI Skills Navigator, which requires you to be signed in to launch it. Finally, run the exam sandbox to get comfortable with the interface and question types before scheduling through Pearson Vue.

Schedule through Pearson Vue. Microsoft states the price is based on the country or region in which the exam is proctored, so check the amount shown for your location at booking. Microsoft strongly recommends registering with a personal MSA account: if you register with an organizational work or school account, your exam records will be lost and unrecoverable if you leave that organization.

Microsoft directs candidates to the Microsoft Credentials support forums, where a forum moderator responds within one business day, Monday through Friday. You can also use the exam sandbox and study guide resources beforehand to reduce surprises on exam day, and review the exam duration and exam experience page for details.