PDF Version DemoA Nutanix credential carries real weight with employers, and the Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 exam is the step that earns it. Getcertkey makes that step shorter with 85 expert-prepared practice questions for the NCSE-Level-1 exam.
Nutanix NCSE-Level-1 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Nutanix |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 |
| Exam Number: | NCSE-Level-1 |
| Passing Score: | 300 out of 500 / 70% |
| Related Certifications: | NCP-MCI NCSC-Level-1 NCSE-Core |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60–85 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Scenario-based |
| Exam Price: | $199 USD |
| Recommended Training: | Nutanix Official Documentation Nutanix SE Academy |
| Exam Registration: | Nutanix Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or in-person at authorized test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; basic knowledge of virtualization, storage, and networking recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.nutanix.com/education/certification |
Nutanix NCSE-Level-1 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Data Protection and Disaster Recovery | 12% | - Snapshot and replication - Business continuity planning - High availability and fault tolerance |
| Administration and Operations | 30% | - Cluster monitoring and health checks - Performance optimization - Virtual machine management |
| Troubleshooting and Integration | 8% | - Common issue resolution - Support and escalation procedures - Public cloud integration basics |
| Nutanix Architecture and Technology | 20% | - Software-defined infrastructure overview - Prism management interface - Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV) |
| Deployment and Configuration | 30% | - Initial cluster deployment - Cluster planning and sizing - Network and storage configuration |
Common Questions About the Nutanix NCSE-Level-1 Exam
What is the Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 exam all about?
The NCSE-Level-1 exam is the official Nutanix exam behind the Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 certification, validating the skills measured by the Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 credential. It sits at the Entry / Foundation level of the Nutanix certification program. It also connects to NCSE-Core, NCP-MCI, NCSC-Level-1, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the NCSE-Level-1 exam, and how much time do I get?
The NCSE-Level-1 exam contains 60–85 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 NCSE-Level-1 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the NCSE-Level-1 exam is 300 out of 500 / 70%, and the official registration fee is $199 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 85 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 NCSE-Level-1 exam?
No mandatory prerequisites; basic knowledge of virtualization, storage, and networking recommended Requirements can change when Nutanix revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the NCSE-Level-1 exam?
You can book the Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or in-person at authorized test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the NCSE-Level-1 exam?
Nutanix recommends the following training resources for the Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 85 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the NCSE-Level-1 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free NCSE-Level-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 Nutanix 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 NCSE-Level-1 exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 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 NCSE-Level-1 exam?
The Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- Troubleshooting and Integration — 8% of the exam
- Nutanix Architecture and Technology — 20% of the exam
- Administration and Operations — 30% 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.
Nutanix Certified Systems Engineer (NCSE): Level 1 Sample Questions:
Question 1
A prospect discloses they have had multiple instances of unplanned downtime in the last 3 months due to server hardware failures. The team has been through multiple reorganizations in support of a struggling cloud migration project. As a result, cummunication whithin the team has suffered and some notifications from their SNMP based monitoring solution have been ignored.
Which Nutanix feature should the SE highlight?
A. Prism
B. Pulse
C. Watchtower
D. Insights
Question 2
Prospective customer explains their current infrastructure and upcoming goals. They are a fast-growing software company with approximately 3000 employees. Engineering accounts for approximately half of total staff and is behind on product releases.
This department has been building their own infrastructure using available hardware, SaaS offerings, and public cloud.
There's a new CIO attempting to gain control of existing and incoming
information systems while supporting the agile environment responsible for their rapid innovation with a minimal staff. From this information, which two addressable pain points or gaps should be discerned?(Choose two)
A. significantly degraded end user experience
B. ""Shadow IT"" that increases the risk of security breaches and brand damage
C. System availability issues
D. SQL Server performance issues
E. Slow response time from the infrastructure group (SLAs) that could result in product release delays
Question 3
An SE is performing workload discovery with an SMB prospect running SQL Server. The databases is less than 1 TB, but its performance and uptime are critical to the prospect's business operations. Sizer sugests using
1065S nodes.
Which aspects of the NX-1065S-G5 would cause an SE to filter out that nodel from Sizer's Automatic configuration? (choose two.)
A. Single Power Supply
B. 1Gb Networking
C. Limited to 4 nodes
D. Single Socket Processor
E. Single HDD
Question 4
Oracle HCL for certified Joint Support with Nutanix has Oracle Linux and Oracle VM via iSCSI listed.
What Nutanix feature is used by this certified Configuration.
A. ACS
B. ABS
C. OSS
D. AFS
Question 5
A prospect is planning to refresh hundreds of remote locations. Each location has the following configuration:
* 2x HPE DL360 servers running vSphere, each using its own local storage
* 3-4 Windows VMs with no plans to expand
Scheduling the initial meeting to discuss the opportunity has been challenging as the prospect believes a Nutanix solution would be overpriced for their remote site needs.
What are two Nutanix capabilities the SE should highlight to address solution cost concerns? (Choose two.)
A. Xi DRaaS
B. Foundation
C. 1 -Node and 2-Node Clusters
D. AHV
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: B | Question 2 Answer: C,E | Question 3 Answer: B,D | Question 4 Answer: B | Question 5 Answer: A,C |
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