Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator Associate SC-400

The Microsoft Information Protection Administrator exam has a reputation for breadth, and many candidates underestimate how much ground it covers. Getcertkey closes those gaps with 335 practice questions that reflect the style and difficulty you can expect in 2026.

Microsoft SC-400 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Microsoft
Exam Name:	Microsoft Information Protection Administrator
Exam Number:	SC-400
Passing Score:	700 / 1000
Related Certifications:	Microsoft Certified: Security Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Compliance Administrator Associate
Exam Price:	USD 165
Exam Format:	Scenario-based, Multiple-choice, Simulations, Case studies, Drag-and-drop
Available Languages:	Korean, French, Spanish, German, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, English, Chinese (Traditional)
Real Exam Qty:	40–60
Certificate Validity Period:	1 year
Exam Duration:	120 minutes
Recommended Training:	Microsoft Learning Path: Administer information protection and compliance in Microsoft 365
Exam Registration:	Microsoft Learn Exam Registration Pearson VUE Registration
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Online proctored or onsite at authorized test centers
Pre Condition:	Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 services, security, and compliance concepts; familiarity with Microsoft Purview portal and PowerShell recommended
Official Syllabus URL:	https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/resources/study-guides/sc-400

Microsoft SC-400 Exam Syllabus Topics:

SC-400 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the SC-400 exam lead to?

The SC-400 exam is the official Microsoft exam behind the Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate certification, validating the skills measured by the Microsoft Information Protection Administrator credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Microsoft certification program. It also connects to Microsoft Certified: Security Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Compliance Administrator Associate, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the SC-400 exam, and how much time do I get?

The SC-400 exam contains 40–60 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 SC-400 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the SC-400 exam is 700 / 1000, and the official registration fee is USD 165. 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 335 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 SC-400 exam?

Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 services, security, and compliance concepts; familiarity with Microsoft Purview portal and PowerShell recommended 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 SC-400 exam?

You can book the Microsoft Information Protection Administrator exam through the official registration channels below:

• Microsoft Learn Exam Registration
• Pearson VUE Registration

As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite at authorized test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.

What official training is recommended for the SC-400 exam?

Microsoft recommends the following training resources for the Microsoft Information Protection Administrator exam:

• Microsoft Learning Path: Administer information protection and compliance in Microsoft 365

Official courses build the foundation; the 335 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.

Can I try the SC-400 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free SC-400 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Microsoft 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 SC-400 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every Microsoft Information Protection Administrator 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.

Delivery is instant: your download is sent to your email within one minute of payment, with no limit on how many computers you may install the material on. If nothing arrives within two hours, check your spam folder and contact customer service for help.

What topics are covered in the SC-400 exam?

The Microsoft Information Protection Administrator exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:

• Monitor and investigate data and activities by using Microsoft Purview — 15–20% of the exam
• Implement data loss prevention (DLP) — 25–30% of the exam
• Implement information governance — 20–25% 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.

Microsoft Information Protection Administrator Sample Questions:

Question 1

You have a Microsoft 365 E5 subscription that uses Microsoft Teams and contains the users shown in the following table.

You have the retention policies shown in the following table.

The users perform the actions shown in the following table.

For each of the following statements, select Yes if the statement is true. Otherwise, select No.
NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.

Question 2

You have a Microsoft 365 E5 subscription that uses retention label policies. You need to identify all the changes made to retention labels during the last 30 days. What should you use in the Microsoft Purview compliance portal?

A. Content search
B. Reports
C. Activity explorer
D. User data search

Question 3

You have a Microsoft 365 tenant that uses Microsoft Teams.
You create a data loss prevention (DLP) policy to prevent Microsoft Teams users from sharing sensitive information.
You need to identify which locations must be selected to meet the following requirements:
Documents that contain sensitive information must not be shared inappropriately in Microsoft Teams.
If a user attempts to share sensitive information during a Microsoft Teams chat session, the message must be deleted immediately.
Which three locations should you select? To answer, select the appropriate locations in the answer area. (Choose three.) NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.

Question 4

SIMULATION
Task 5
You need to ensure that a group named U.S. Sales can store files containing information subject to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in their OneDrive accounts. All other current GDPR restrictions must remain in effect.

Question 5

You have a Microsoft 365 E5 subscription that contains a security group named Group1 and the users shown in the following table.

You assign the Compliance Manager roles to the users as shown in the following table.

You add two assessments to Compliance Manager as shown in the following exhibit.

For each of the following statements, select Yes if the statement is true. Otherwise, select No. NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.

Solutions: