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Docker DCA Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Docker / Mirantis |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Docker Certified Associate Exam |
| Exam Number: | DCA |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 55 |
| Passing Score: | 65% |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice (MCQ), Discrete Option Multiple Choice (DOMC) |
| Available Languages: | Japanese, English |
| Exam Price: | $199 USD |
| Recommended Training: | Mirantis Official Training |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite testing via Pearson VUE |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on experience with Docker |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.mirantis.com/training-and-certification/docker-certified-associate/ |
Docker DCA Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Images and Registry | 20% | - Work with Docker Hub and private registries - Sign and verify images with Docker Content Trust - Write efficient Dockerfiles, multi-stage builds - Manage image layers, tagging, and versioning |
| Installation and Configuration | 15% | - Set up Docker Enterprise components - Configure daemon options, logging, and storage drivers - Install Docker Engine on Linux, Windows, and macOS |
| Orchestration | 25% | - Perform rolling updates and rollbacks - Deploy and manage Swarm clusters - Create and manage services, stacks, secrets, and configurations |
| Security | 15% | - Manage user access and roles - Scan images for vulnerabilities - Apply security profiles and capabilities - Secure daemon and API communication |
| Networking | 15% | - Understand bridge, overlay, and macvlan networks - Secure and troubleshoot container networking - Expose ports, publish services, and manage DNS |
| Storage | 10% | - Configure persistent storage and data management - Backup, restore, and migrate data - Use volumes, bind mounts, and tmpfs |
DCA Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the DCA exam lead to?
The DCA exam is the official Docker / Mirantis exam behind the Docker Certified Associate (DCA) certification, validating the skills measured by the Docker Certified Associate (DCA) credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Docker / Mirantis certification program.
How many questions are on the DCA exam, and how much time do I get?
The DCA exam contains 55 questions to be completed within 90 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 DCA exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the DCA exam is 65%, and the official registration fee is $199 USD. 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 189 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 DCA exam?
No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on experience with Docker Requirements can change when Docker / Mirantis revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the DCA exam?
You can book the Docker Certified Associate (DCA) exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite testing via Pearson VUE. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the DCA exam?
Docker / Mirantis recommends the following training resources for the Docker Certified Associate (DCA) exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 189 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the DCA practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free DCA PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Docker 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.
What if I fail the DCA exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every Docker Certified Associate (DCA) purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.
Delivery is instant: your download is sent to your email within one minute of payment, with no limit on how many computers you may install the material on. If nothing arrives within two hours, check your spam folder and contact customer service for help.
What topics are covered in the DCA exam?
The Docker Certified Associate (DCA) exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Security — 15% of the exam
- Networking — 15% of the exam
- Storage — 10% of the exam
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.
Docker Certified Associate (DCA) Sample Questions:
Question 1
Is this statement correct?
Solution: A Dockerfile provides instructions for building a Docker image
A. Yes
B. No
Question 2
Is this a function of UCP?
Solution: enforces the deployment of signed images to the cluster
A. Yes
B. No
Question 3
You are running only Kubernetes workloads on a worker node that requires maintenance, such as installing patches or an OS upgrade.
Which command must be run on the node to gracefully terminate all pods on the node, while marking the node as unschedulable?
A. `docker swarm leave'
B. `kubectl drain <node name>'
C. `docker node update -availability drain <node name>
D. `kubectl cordon <node name>
Question 4
Is this the purpose of Docker Content Trust?
Solution: Verify and encrypt Docker registry TLS.
A. Yes
B. No
Question 5
A company's security policy specifies that development and production containers must run on separate nodes in a given Swarm cluster. Can this be used to schedule containers to meet the security policy requirements?
Solution.label constraints
A. Yes
B. No
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: B | Question 4 Answer: B | Question 5 Answer: A |
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