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Nutanix NCA Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Nutanix |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) v6.5 |
| Exam Number: | NCA-6.5 |
| Related Certifications: | Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Exam Price: | $199 USD |
| Passing Score: | 300 out of 500 |
| Exam Format: | Drag and drop, Multiple choice, Multiple response, Scenario-based |
| Real Exam Qty: | 50 |
| Available Languages: | English, Japanese |
| Recommended Training: | Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Foundations (NHCF) NCA v6.5 Exam Prep Course |
| Exam Registration: | Nutanix Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months general IT infrastructure experience and 3–6 months hands-on Nutanix experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.nutanix.com/support-services/training-certification/certifications/certification-details-nutanix-certified-associate-6_5 |
Nutanix NCA Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Nutanix Architecture and Concepts | 20% | - Nutanix cluster components and architecture - Storage concepts: Acropolis Distributed Storage Fabric (ADSF), erasure coding, compression - Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) fundamentals - Networking basics: AHV, IP address management, network segmentation |
| Topic 2: Virtual Machine Management | 15% | - VM configuration: hardware settings, networks, disks - Creating, cloning, and deleting VMs - VM operations: start, stop, migrate, snapshot |
| Topic 3: Monitoring, Alerts, and Troubleshooting | 15% | - Identifying common issues and basic troubleshooting steps - Understanding and configuring alerts and events - Log collection and analysis basics - Monitoring performance and health metrics |
| Topic 4: Cluster Management and Operations | 25% | - Cluster creation and initial configuration - Resource management: CPU, memory, storage allocation - Node addition, removal, and maintenance - Life cycle management: upgrades, patches, and firmware updates |
| Topic 5: Prism UI Navigation and Usage | 25% | - Dashboard interpretation and navigation - Viewing cluster, node, and VM status and details - Accessing and using tools and features within Prism - Navigating Prism Element and Prism Central |
NCA Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the NCA exam lead to?
The NCA exam is the official Nutanix exam behind the Nutanix Certified Associate certification, validating the skills measured by the Nutanix Certified Associate v6.5 credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Nutanix certification program. It also connects to Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP), Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the NCA exam, and how much time do I get?
The NCA exam contains 50 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 NCA exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the NCA exam is 300 out of 500, 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 79 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 NCA exam?
No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months general IT infrastructure experience and 3–6 months hands-on Nutanix experience Requirements can change when Nutanix revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the NCA exam?
You can book the Nutanix Certified Associate v6.5 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 NCA exam?
Nutanix recommends the following training resources for the Nutanix Certified Associate v6.5 exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 79 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the NCA practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free NCA PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Nutanix 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 NCA exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every Nutanix Certified Associate v6.5 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.
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What topics are covered in the NCA exam?
The Nutanix Certified Associate v6.5 exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- Monitoring, Alerts, and Troubleshooting — 15% of the exam
- Prism UI Navigation and Usage — 25% of the exam
- Cluster Management and Operations — 25% 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.
Nutanix Certified Associate v6.5 Sample Questions:
Question #1
Which is the default native Linux bridge in AHV?
A. virbro
B. vs0
C. bridge0
D. br0
Question #2
What minimum number of clusters must be registered to Prism Central to open a support case from the UI?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 0
D. 1
Question #3
What is the purpose of Life Cycle Management (LCM)?
A. To manage network configurations
B. To automate application deployment
C. To simplify software and firmware upgrades
D. To optimize server performance
Question #4
What is the purpose of the OpLog?
A. Persistent data storage
B. Dynamic read cache
C. Persistent write buffer
D. Global metadata
Question #5
An administrator wants to collect log files that have been requested by Nutanix Support.
From which Prism Element dashboard can this be accomplished?
A. Analysis
B. Settings
C. Alerts
D. Health
Solutions:
| Question #1 Correct Answer: D | Question #2 Correct Answer: D | Question #3 Correct Answer: C | Question #4 Correct Answer: C | Question #5 Correct Answer: B |
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