PDF Version DemoThe Oracle Database SQL exam has a reputation for breadth, and many candidates underestimate how much ground it covers. Getcertkey closes those gaps with 437 practice questions that reflect the style and difficulty you can expect in 2026.
Oracle 1z1-071 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Oracle |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Oracle Database SQL |
| Exam Number: | 1Z0-071 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 18 months |
| Related Certifications: | Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate Oracle Database Developer Certified Associate |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Available Languages: | Simplified Chinese, Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Spanish, Korean |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Exam Price: | US$245 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Multiple Select |
| Real Exam Qty: | 63 - 78 |
| Recommended Training: | Oracle Database 19c: SQL Workshop Oracle Database SQL Fundamentals |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration Oracle University Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://education.oracle.com/pexam_1Z0-071 |
Oracle 1z1-071 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Displaying Data from Multiple Tables | 15% | - Equijoins and non-equijoins - Self-joins and outer joins - Cartesian products |
| Topic 2: Managing Indexes, Synonyms and Sequences | - Create and use sequences - Create and maintain indexes - Create and use synonyms | |
| Topic 3: Managing Views | - Updatable and read-only views - Create, modify and drop views | |
| Topic 4: Using Data Dictionary Views | - Retrieve metadata and object information | |
| Topic 5: Restricting and Sorting Data | 15% | - WHERE clause and filtering conditions - Operator precedence - Substitution variables, DEFINE and VERIFY commands - ORDER BY clause and sorting rules |
| Topic 6: Using Subqueries to Solve Queries | - Correlated subqueries for update/delete - Single-row and multi-row subqueries | |
| Topic 7: Using SET Operators | - UNION, UNION ALL, INTERSECT, MINUS operators - Ordering results with set operations | |
| Topic 8: Using Single-Row Functions to Customize Output | 20% | - Nested functions usage - Character, number, and date functions |
| Topic 9: Aggregating Data Using Group Functions | 10% | - Handling NULLs in group functions - GROUP BY and HAVING clauses - SUM, AVG, COUNT, MAX, MIN functions |
| Topic 10: Relational Database Concepts | 10% | - Theoretical and physical aspects of relational databases - Relationship between database and SQL - ERD and SQL statement mapping |
| Topic 11: Manipulating Data and Managing Transactions | - Multi-table inserts - Transaction control: COMMIT, ROLLBACK, SAVEPOINT - INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, MERGE statements | |
| Topic 12: Retrieving Data Using SQL SELECT Statement | 20% | - SELECT statement syntax and usage - Arithmetic operations and NULL handling - Column aliases, concatenation, literals and DISTINCT |
| Topic 13: Controlling User Access | - Roles, granting and revoking privileges - System and object privileges | |
| Topic 14: Conversion Functions and Conditional Expressions | 10% | - NVL, NULLIF, COALESCE and CASE expressions - TO_CHAR, TO_NUMBER, TO_DATE functions - Implicit and explicit data type conversion |
| Topic 15: Managing Tables and Constraints | - Data types, creating/altering/dropping tables - Constraints: primary key, foreign key, unique, check, not null - Temporary and external tables | |
| Topic 16: Working with Time Zones and Date/Time Data | - Time zone conversion functions - TIMESTAMP, INTERVAL data types |
1z1-071 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the 1z1-071 exam lead to?
The 1z1-071 exam is the official Oracle exam behind the Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate certification, validating the skills measured by the Oracle Database SQL credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Oracle certification program. It also connects to Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate, Oracle Database Developer Certified Associate, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 1z1-071 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 1z1-071 exam contains 63 - 78 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the 1z1-071 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 1z1-071 exam is 63%, and the official registration fee is US$245. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 437 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the 1z1-071 exam?
No mandatory prerequisites; basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases recommended Requirements can change when Oracle revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the 1z1-071 exam?
You can book the Oracle Database SQL exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the 1z1-071 exam?
Oracle recommends the following training resources for the Oracle Database SQL exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 437 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the 1z1-071 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 1z1-071 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Oracle revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
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What topics are covered in the 1z1-071 exam?
The Oracle Database SQL exam blueprint is organized into 16 domains. The first three are:
- Retrieving Data Using SQL SELECT Statement — 20% of the exam
- Manipulating Data and Managing Transactions
- Working with Time Zones and Date/Time Data
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
Oracle Database SQL Sample Questions:
Question 1
The user SCOTT who is the owner of ORDERS and ORDER_ITEMS tables issues the following GRANT command:
GRANT ALL
ON orders, order_items
TO PUBLIC;
What correction needs to be done to the above statement?
A. ALL should be replaced with a list of specific privileges.
B. WITH GRANT OPTION should be added to the statement.
C. Separate GRANT statements are required for ORDERS and ORDER_ITEMS tables.
D. PUBLIC should be replaced with specific usernames.
Question 2
View the Exhibit and examine the structure of the CUSTOMERS table.
In the CUSTOMERS table, the CUST_LAST_NAME column contains the values 'Anderson' and
'Ausson'.
You issue the following query:
SQL> SELECT LOWER(REPLACE(TRIM('son' FROM cust_last_name),'An','O'))
FROM CUSTOMERS
WHERE LOWER(cust_last_name) LIKE 'a%n';
What would be the outcome?
A. an error because the LOWER function specified is not valid
B. 'Oder' and 'Aus'
C. an error because the REPLACE function specified is not valid
D. an error because the TRIM function specified is not valid
Question 3
What is true about non-equijoin statement performance? (Choose two.)
A. The Oracle join syntax performs better than the SQL:1999 compliant ANSI join syntax.
B. The BETWEEN condition always performs less well than using the >= and <= conditions.
C. Table aliases can improve performance.
D. The BETWEEN condition always performs better than using the >= and <= conditions.
E. The join syntax used makes no difference to performance.
Question 4
Table HR.EMPLOYEEScontains a row where the EMPLOYEE_IDis 109.
User ALICEhas no privileges to access HR.EMPLOYEES.
User ALICEstarts a session.
User HRstarts a session and successfully executes these statements:
GRANT DELETE ON employees TO alice;
UPDATE employees SET salary = 24000 WHERE employee_id = 109;
In her existing session ALICEthen executes:
DELETE FROM hr.employees WHERE employee_id = 109;
What is the result?
A. The DELETE command will immediately delete the row.
B. The DELETE command will immediately return an error.
C. The DELETE command will wait for HR'S transaction to end then return an error.
D. The DELETE command will wait for HR'S transaction to end then delete the row.
Question 5
View the Exhibit and examine the structure of the CUSTOMERStable.
CUSTOMER_VUis a view based on CUSTOMERS_BR1 table which has the same structure as CUSTOMERStable.
CUSTOMERSneed to be updated to reflect the latest information about the customers.
What is the error in the following MERGEstatement?
A. CUSTOMER_VU cannot be used as a data source.
B. The WHERE clause cannot be used with INSERT.
C. The INTO clause is misplaced in the command.
D. The CUSTOMER_ID column cannot be updated.
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: C | Question 2 Answer: D | Question 3 Answer: C,E | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: D |
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