Scrum Professional Scrum Master PSM-I

A Scrum credential carries real weight with employers, and the Scrum Professional Scrum Master I exam is the step that earns it. Getcertkey makes that step shorter with 340 expert-prepared practice questions for the PSM-I exam.

Scrum PSM-I Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Scrum.org
Exam Name:	Professional Scrum Master I
Exam Number:	PSM-I
Real Exam Qty:	80
Exam Duration:	60 minutes
Available Languages:	Spanish, English, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, Chinese
Passing Score:	85%
Related Certifications:	PSPO-II PSM-III PSPO-I PSM-II
Exam Price:	$150 USD
Exam Format:	Multiple Choice (Single and Multiple Answer)
Certificate Validity Period:	Lifetime (no expiration)
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Online proctored exam (available 24/7) or in-person at authorized testing centers
Pre Condition:	No formal prerequisites required. Recommended: basic understanding of Scrum through Open Assessment or training course
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.scrum.org/professional-scrum-master-i-certification

Scrum PSM-I Exam Syllabus Topics:

PSM-I Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the PSM-I exam lead to?

The PSM-I exam is the official Scrum.org exam behind the Professional Scrum Master certification, validating the skills measured by the Scrum Professional Scrum Master I credential. It sits at the Entry / Foundational level of the Scrum.org certification program. It also connects to PSM-II, PSM-III, PSPO-I, PSPO-II, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the PSM-I exam, and how much time do I get?

The PSM-I exam contains 80 questions to be completed within 60 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 PSM-I exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the PSM-I exam is 85%, and the official registration fee is $150 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 340 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 PSM-I exam?

No formal prerequisites required. Recommended: basic understanding of Scrum through Open Assessment or training course Requirements can change when Scrum.org revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the PSM-I practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free PSM-I PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Scrum 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 PSM-I exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every Scrum Professional Scrum Master I 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 PSM-I exam?

The Scrum Professional Scrum Master I exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:

• Scrum Accountabilities
• Scrum Artifacts
• Agile and Scrum Principles

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.

Scrum Professional Scrum Master I Sample Questions:

Question 1

You are the Scrum Master on a newly formed Scrum Team. Which three of the following activities would probably help the team in starting up? (Choose three.)

A. Ensure the team understands they need a definition of "Done".
B. Ask the Product Owner to discuss the product or project, its history, goals, and context, as well as answer questions.
C. Have the development managers for each Development Team member introduce their direct reports and go over their responsibilities on the Scrum Team.
D. Have the Scrum Team members introduce themselves to each other and give a brief background of their skills and work history.
E. Ensure the Scrum Team members have compatible personalities.
F. Introduce a bonus system for the top performers in the team.

Question 2

You are the Scrum Master for four Scrum Teams working from the same Product Backlog.
Several of the developers come to you complaining that work identified for the upcoming two Sprints will require full-time commitment from a technical specialist who is external to the teams.
What are two key concerns for the Scrum Master to take into account in this situation? (Choose two.)

A. The desire to maintain a stable velocity.
B. The ability of the Development Teams to produce integrated Increments.
C. The need to have enough work to keep all Development Team members busy.
D. The benefit of Development Teams figuring out a solution for themselves.

Question 3

As the Development Team starts work during the Sprint, it realizes it has selected too much work to finish in the Sprint. What should it do?

A. Find another Scrum Team to give the excess work to.
B. As soon as possible in the Sprint, work with the Product Owner to remove some work or Product Backlog items.
C. Inform the Product Owner at the Sprint Review, but prior to the demonstration.
D. Reduce the definition of "Done" and get all of the Product Backlog items "Done" by the new definition.

Question 4

What are the two primary ways a Scrum Master keeps a Development Team working at its highest level of productivity? (Choose two.)

A. By removing impediments that hinder the Development Team.
B. By ensuring the meetings start and end at the proper time.
C. By facilitating Development Team decisions.
D. By keeping high value features high in the Product Backlog.

Question 5

Which three of the following are feedback loops in Scrum? (Choose three.)

A. Sprint Review.
B. Release Planning.
C. Refinement Meeting.
D. Daily Scrum.
E. Sprint Retrospective.

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