PostgreSQL-CE-Certifications PGCES-02

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PostgreSQL-CE PGCES-02 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	PostgreSQL CE
Exam Name:	PostgreSQL CE 8 Silver (PGCES-02) Exam
Exam Number:	PGCES-02
Exam Format:	Scenario-based Questions, Multiple Choice Questions
Exam Duration:	90 minutes
Real Exam Qty:	142
Related Certifications:	PostgreSQL Certified Engineer Certification
Available Languages:	English
Recommended Training:	PostgreSQL Official Documentation Training
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Typically online proctored or test center-based exam delivery
Pre Condition:	Basic knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts is recommended

PostgreSQL-CE PGCES-02 Exam Syllabus Topics:

PGCES-02 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the PGCES-02 exam lead to?

The PGCES-02 exam is the official PostgreSQL CE exam behind the PostgreSQL Certified Engineer (CE) 8 Silver certification, validating the skills measured by the PostgreSQL-CE PostgreSQL CE 8 Silver credential. It sits at the Professional level of the PostgreSQL CE certification program. It also connects to PostgreSQL Certified Engineer Certification, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the PGCES-02 exam, and how much time do I get?

The PGCES-02 exam contains 142 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.

Are there any prerequisites for the PGCES-02 exam?

Basic knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts is recommended Requirements can change when PostgreSQL CE revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

How do I register for the PGCES-02 exam?

You can book the PostgreSQL-CE PostgreSQL CE 8 Silver exam through the official registration channels below:

• PostgreSQL CE Certification Information (official or vendor portal may vary)

As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Typically online proctored or test center-based exam delivery. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.

What official training is recommended for the PGCES-02 exam?

PostgreSQL CE recommends the following training resources for the PostgreSQL-CE PostgreSQL CE 8 Silver exam:

• PostgreSQL Official Documentation Training

Official courses build the foundation; the 145 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.

Can I try the PGCES-02 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free PGCES-02 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if PostgreSQL-CE 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 PGCES-02 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every PostgreSQL-CE PostgreSQL CE 8 Silver 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 PGCES-02 exam?

The PostgreSQL-CE PostgreSQL CE 8 Silver exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:

• PostgreSQL Fundamentals & Architecture
• Advanced PostgreSQL Features
• Database Administration

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.

PostgreSQL-CE PostgreSQL CE 8 Silver Sample Questions:

Question #1

Select an incorrect statement regarding the following SQL statement. Note that "user_view" is a
view.
CREATE OR REPLACE RULE rule_1 AS ON UPDATE TO user_view DO INSTEAD NOTHING;

A. It is defining a rule "rule_1".
B. When executing 'UPDATE user_view', data is updated in the table that is the origin of the view.
C. 'DROP RULE rule_1 ON user_view' deletes the above definition.
D. Executing 'UPDATE user_view' will no longer output errors.
E. It will replace "rule_1" if it already exists.

Question #2

From the SQL commands below, select one that is generally classified as "DDL".

A. SELECT
B. DELETE
C. INSERT
D. CREATE TABLE
E. START TRANSACTION

Question #3

What does the following command do? Select two correct descriptions regarding this SQL
statement.
SELECT * FROM information_schema.tables;

A. Requests a list of defined tables in the "information_schema" database.
B. Requests a list of defined tables in the currently connected database.
C. Requests the contents of the "tables" table in the "information_schema" database.
D. Requests a list of defined tables in the "information_schema" schema.
E. Requests the contents of the "tables" table in the "information_schema" schema.

Question #4

The following SQL statements were executed using psql.
Select the appropriate statement about the result.
LISTEN sign_v; BEGIN; NOTIFY sign_v;
COMMIT; LISTEN sign_v;

A. The message "Asynchronous notification 'sign_v' received" is not received while in this connection.
B. At the point that 'NOTIFY sign_v' is executed, a message that starts with "Asynchronous notification 'sign_v' received" is output.
C. At the point that 'COMMIT' is executed, a message that starts with "Asynchronous notification 'sign_v' received" is output.
D. When 'LISTEN sign_v' is executed for the second time, a message that starts with "Asynchronous notification 'sign_v' received" is output.
E. At the point that 'SELECT * FROM pg_user;" is executed, a message that starts with "Asynchronous notification 'sign_v' received" is output.

Question #5

SQL statements were executed in the following order:
CREATE TABLE fmaster
(id INTEGER PRIMARY KEY, name TEXT);
CREATE TABLE ftrans
(id INTEGER REFERENCES fmaster (id), stat INTEGER, date DATE);
INSERT INTO fmaster VALUES (1, 'itemA');
INSERT INTO ftrans VALUES (1, 1, CURRENT_DATE);
Select two SQL statements that will generate an error when executed next.

A. INSERT INTOftrans VALUES (2, 1, '2007-07-07');
B. INSERT INTOftrans VALUES (1, 1, CURRENT_DATE);
C. UPDATEfmaster SET name = 'itemAX' WHERE id = 1;
D. UPDATEfmaster SET id = 100 WHERE id = 1;
E. UPDATEftrans SET id = 200 WHERE id = 1;

Solutions: