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Microsoft 74-135 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Developing E-Business Solutions Using MS BizTalk Server 2004 |
| Exam Number: | 74-135 |
| Exam Duration: | 120-150 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Scenario-based questions, Case study |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40-60 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | USD 125-165 (varies by region, historical) |
| Passing Score: | 700/1000 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No fixed expiration (historical Microsoft certification policy) |
| Related Certifications: | Microsoft Certified Business Solutions Specialist (MCBSS) |
| Recommended Training: | BizTalk Server Documentation (Microsoft Learn - Legacy) BizTalk Server Training Resources |
| Exam Registration: | Prometric Exam Registration Microsoft Certification (Historical / Archived) Pearson VUE Exam Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored exam at authorized testing centers (Prometric or Pearson VUE, historical delivery method) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended experience with BizTalk Server 2004 and basic knowledge of XML, web services, and enterprise integration concepts. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/previous-versions/biztalk/ |
Microsoft 74-135 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Messaging and Integration | - Schemas and message transformation - Adapters and connectivity |
| Business Rules Engine | - Rule authoring and execution - Policy creation and deployment |
| Deployment and Administration | - Application deployment - Security and configuration |
| Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) | - Tracking and reporting business processes |
| BizTalk Server Architecture | - Core components and runtime architecture - Message engine and pipeline processing |
| Orchestration Development | - Business process design - Orchestration shapes and workflows |
74-135 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the 74-135 exam lead to?
The 74-135 exam is the official Microsoft exam behind the Microsoft Certified Business Solutions Specialist (BizTalk Server 2004) certification, validating the skills measured by the Microsoft Developing E-Business Solutions Using MS BizTalk Server2004 credential. It sits at the Professional level of the Microsoft certification program. It also connects to Microsoft Certified Business Solutions Specialist (MCBSS), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 74-135 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 74-135 exam contains 40-60 questions to be completed within 120-150. 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 74-135 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 74-135 exam is 700/1000, and the official registration fee is USD 125-165 (varies by region, historical). 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 40 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 74-135 exam?
Recommended experience with BizTalk Server 2004 and basic knowledge of XML, web services, and enterprise integration concepts. Requirements can change when Microsoft revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the 74-135 exam?
You can book the Microsoft Developing E-Business Solutions Using MS BizTalk Server2004 exam through the official registration channels below:
- Microsoft Certification (Historical / Archived)
- Pearson VUE Exam Registration
- Prometric Exam Registration
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What official training is recommended for the 74-135 exam?
Microsoft recommends the following training resources for the Microsoft Developing E-Business Solutions Using MS BizTalk Server2004 exam:
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What topics are covered in the 74-135 exam?
The Microsoft Developing E-Business Solutions Using MS BizTalk Server2004 exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Messaging and Integration
- Orchestration Development
- Business Activity Monitoring (BAM)
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.
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