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VMware 5V0-31.20 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | VMware (Broadcom) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | VMware Cloud Foundation Specialist |
| Exam Number: | 5V0-31.20 |
| Passing Score: | 300 (scaled 100-500) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | $250 USD |
| Exam Format: | Single-choice, Drag-and-drop, Multiple-choice, Scenario-based |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | VMware Certified Specialist - Cloud Foundation Deployment VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No expiration |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60-70 |
| Recommended Training: | VMware Cloud Foundation: Deploy and Manage |
| Exam Registration: | VMware Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite testing at Pearson VUE authorized centers |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6+ months hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation, vSphere, NSX-T, and SDDC concepts |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.broadcom.com/support/education/vmware/certification |
VMware 5V0-31.20 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Troubleshooting and Repair | 12% | - Health monitoring and diagnostics
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| Topic 2: Architecture and Technologies | 25% | - VMware Cloud Foundation core architecture
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| Topic 3: Administrative and Operational Tasks | 8% | - User access and permissions
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| Topic 4: Lifecycle Management | 15% | - Update and upgrade procedures
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| Topic 5: Planning and Designing | 20% | - Workload domain design
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| Topic 6: Installation, Configuration and Setup | 20% | - Bring-up and deployment process
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5V0-31.20 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the 5V0-31.20 exam lead to?
The 5V0-31.20 exam is the official VMware (Broadcom) exam behind the VMware Certified Specialist - VMware Cloud Foundation 2021 certification, validating the skills measured by the VMware Cloud Foundation Specialist credential. It sits at the Specialist level of the VMware (Broadcom) certification program. It also connects to VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization, VMware Certified Specialist - Cloud Foundation Deployment, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 5V0-31.20 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 5V0-31.20 exam contains 60-70 questions to be completed within 120 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 5V0-31.20 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 5V0-31.20 exam is 300 (scaled 100-500), and the official registration fee is $250 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 74 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 5V0-31.20 exam?
No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6+ months hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation, vSphere, NSX-T, and SDDC concepts Requirements can change when VMware (Broadcom) revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the 5V0-31.20 exam?
You can book the VMware Cloud Foundation Specialist exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite testing at Pearson VUE authorized centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the 5V0-31.20 exam?
VMware (Broadcom) recommends the following training resources for the VMware Cloud Foundation Specialist exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 74 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the 5V0-31.20 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 5V0-31.20 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if VMware 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 5V0-31.20 exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every VMware Cloud Foundation Specialist 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 5V0-31.20 exam?
The VMware Cloud Foundation Specialist exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Installation, Configuration and Setup — 20% of the exam
- Architecture and Technologies — 25% of the exam
- Troubleshooting and Repair — 12% 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.
VMware Cloud Foundation Specialist Sample Questions:
Question #1
An administrator adds permissions to a namespace m vSphere with Tanzu.
Which prerequisite must be satisfied before a user or group can be assigned to a namespace?
A. It must be a member of vSphere SSO identity source
B. It must be created in Kubernetes cluster.
C. It must be assigned with Administrator role in vCenter Server
D. It must be assigned with Administrator role on SDDC Manager level.
Question #2
Which set of options is acceptable for vSAN Failures to Tolerable (FTT) policy when creating a VI Workload Domain from UI?
A. FTT=0, 1, or 2
B. FTT=0, 1,5,or 6
C. FTT=0, 1,2, or 3
D. FTT= 1, 2, or 3
Question #3
Which role is required to edit backup configuration in SDDC Manager?
A. ADMIN
B. POWER USER
C. OPERATOR
D. SUPER ADMIN
Question #4
Which sizing tool is available for calculating management domain storage requirements?
A. vSAN ReadyNode Sizer
B. Virtualization Assessment Package
C. VMware Compatibility Guide
D. VMware Configuration Maximums
Question #5
An architect designs a VMware Cloud Foundation which includes three workload domains in addition to the management domain Each workload domain is comprised of two Clusters with 19 hosts in each. There is a requirement to keep the NSX-T Manager instances to a minimum for ease of management Which NSX-T Manager VM appliance sizing option should the architect choose to support the workload domains using the minimum number of NSX-T Manager clusters?
A. Deploy three NSX-T Manager clusters using the large VM appliance size and assign one NSX-T Manager cluster per workload domain.
B. Deploy three NSX-T Manager clusters using the medium VM appliance size and assign one NSX-T Manager cluster per workload domain.
C. Deploy one NSX-T Manager cluster using the medium VM appliance size to support all three workload domains.
D. Deploy one NSX-T Manager cluster using the large VM appliance size to support all three workload domains.
Solutions:
| Question #1 Correct Answer: D | Question #2 Correct Answer: C | Question #3 Correct Answer: A | Question #4 Correct Answer: A | Question #5 Correct Answer: D |


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