CheckPoint Certification 156-315.1

Short on study time for the CheckPoint Check Point Certified Security Expert NGX exam? Getcertkey condenses your preparation into 142 focused practice questions for the 156-315.1 exam, so even a packed schedule leaves room for steady, measurable progress.

CheckPoint 156-315.1 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Check Point Software Technologies
Exam Name:	Check Point Certified Security Expert NGX
Exam Number:	156-315.1
Real Exam Qty:	140–150
Certificate Validity Period:	Certification valid until next major platform update
Exam Price:	Approx. USD 150–200
Related Certifications:	Check Point Certified Security Administrator NGX (CCSA) Check Point Certified Managed Security Expert NGX Check Point Certified Security Expert Plus NGX
Passing Score:	70%
Exam Duration:	90 minutes
Exam Format:	Multiple choice
Available Languages:	English
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Delivered through Pearson VUE testing centers or online proctored
Pre Condition:	Recommended: Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) and hands-on experience
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.checkpoint.com/services/training/certification-program/

CheckPoint 156-315.1 Exam Syllabus Topics:

156-315.1 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the 156-315.1 exam lead to?

The 156-315.1 exam is the official Check Point Software Technologies exam behind the CheckPoint Certification certification, validating the skills measured by the CheckPoint Check Point Certified Security Expert NGX credential. It sits at the Expert level of the Check Point Software Technologies certification program. It also connects to Check Point Certified Security Administrator NGX (CCSA), Check Point Certified Managed Security Expert NGX, Check Point Certified Security Expert Plus NGX, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 156-315.1 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 156-315.1 exam contains 140–150 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 156-315.1 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 156-315.1 exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is Approx. USD 150–200. 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 142 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 156-315.1 exam?

Recommended: Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) and hands-on experience Requirements can change when Check Point Software Technologies revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the 156-315.1 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 156-315.1 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if CheckPoint 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 156-315.1 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every CheckPoint Check Point Certified Security Expert NGX 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 156-315.1 exam?

The CheckPoint Check Point Certified Security Expert NGX exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:

• VPNs and Remote Access
• Security Policy & Network Configuration
• System Management & Troubleshooting

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.