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This article provides a quick look at how the exam retirement schedule fits into the exam version lifecycle.  Our primary authoritative location for policy information is outlined in Esri Academy under our Retirement Policy tab and our Exam Retirement Policy FAQs article in Esri Community. We recommend that you subscribe to the Esri Technical Certification community to receive program update notifications and click this link to Ask Questions.   How does exam retirement fit into the exam version lifecycle? The exam version lifecycle has three steps: exam publication, pending retirement, and retirement. When a new version of an exam is published, the previous version enters the "pending retirement" stage until the retirement date. Exam retirement occurs in June and December, depending on the publication date of the new version. Exam Publication We maintain an exam publication schedule that lists upcoming publication dates: Exams published in the first half of the year (January–June) will be retired in June. Exams published in the second half of the year (July–December) will be retired in December. You can sign up for email notifications about upcoming exam publications and retirements, click here to subscribe. Pending Retirement When an exam is pending retirement: It remains available in Esri Academy. Candidates can still register and schedule the exam through the Pearson VUE Registration System until the official retirement date. Retired Exams Once an exam is officially retired: It is removed from both Esri Academy and the Pearson VUE Registration System. No new appointments can be scheduled, and the exam is no longer available.   Exams Pending Retirement in 2025-2026 * Exams pending retirement are on Esri Academy until the retirement date listed below. Exam Name and Version Retiring Enterprise Administration Professional 2201 December 31, 2025 Enterprise Geodata Management Professional 2201  December 31, 2025 Enterprise System Design Professional 2201  December 31, 2025 ArcGIS Developer Foundation 2201 June 30, 2026 ArcGIS Online Administration Associate 2024 June 30, 2026 ArcGIS API for Python Associate 2024 June 30, 2026 ArcGIS Utility Network Associate 2024 December 31, 2026 GIS Fundamentals Foundation 2024 December 31, 2026 ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript Associate 2024 December 31, 2026   Previous Exam Version Retirements Exam Version 2101, 2201 Retirement – June 30, 2025 ArcGIS Pro Foundation 2101 ArcGIS Pro Associate 2101 ArcGIS Pro Professional 2201   Exam Version 19-001, 20-001, 2201 Retirement – June 30, 2024 ArcGIS Desktop Associate 19-001 ArcGIS Desktop Professional 19-001 Enterprise Geodata Management Professional 19-001 Enterprise Administration Professional 19-001 ArcGIS Online Administration Specialty 19-001 ArcGIS API for JavaScript Specialty 19-001  ArcGIS Utility Network Specialty 20-001 ArcGIS API for Python Specialty 20-001 GIS Fundamentals Foundation 2201   Exam Version 10.5 Retirement -- December 31, 2020 ArcGIS Desktop Entry 10.5 ArcGIS Desktop Associate 10.5 ArcGIS Desktop Professional 10.5 Enterprise Geodata Management Associate 10.5 Enterprise Geodata Management Professional 10.5 Enterprise System Design Associate 10.5 Enterprise Administration Associate 10.5   Exam Version 10.4 Retirement -- December 31, 2019 ArcGIS Desktop Developer Associate 10.4 Web Application Developer Associate 10.4 Enterprise System Design Associate 10.4 Enterprise Administration Associate 10.4   Exam Version 10.3 Retirement -- December 31, 2018 ArcGIS Desktop Entry 10.3 ArcGIS Desktop Associate 10.3 ArcGIS Desktop Professional 10.3 Enterprise Geodata Management Associate 10.3 Enterprise Geodata Management Professional 10.3 Enterprise System Design Associate 10.3 Enterprise Administration Associate 10.3   Exam Version 10.2 Retirement -- July 31, 2017 ArcGIS Desktop Developer Associate 10.2 Web Application Developer Associate 10.2 Enterprise System Design Associate 10.2 Enterprise Administration Associate 10.2   Exam Version 10.1 Retirement -- July 31, 2016 ArcGIS Desktop Associate 10.1 ArcGIS Desktop Professional 10.1 ArcGIS Desktop Developer Associate 10.1 Web Application Developer Associate 10.1 Enterprise Geodata Management Associate 10.1 Enterprise Geodata Management Professional 10.1 Enterprise System Design Associate 10.1 Enterprise Administration Associate 10.1   Exam Version 10.0 Retirement -- July 31, 2015 ArcGIS Desktop Associate 10.0 ArcGIS Desktop Professional 10.0 ArcGIS Desktop Developer Associate 10.0 Web Application Developer Associate 10.0 Enterprise Geodata Management Associate 10.0 Enterprise Geodata Management Professional 10.0 Enterprise System Design Associate 10.0 Enterprise Administration Associate 10.0     ... View more

Esri Exam Retirement Policy FAQs The exam retirement policy is outlined on our website's Retirement Policy tab, but we understand that the website location contains brief text. This FAQ article addresses the most frequently asked questions. We recommend that you subscribe to this article to receive notifications and click this link to Ask Questions. Click here to access the Exam Retirement Schedule, retired exam learning plans, and exam information guides.     What is the exam retirement? When an exam is pending retirement, the exam is visible in Esri Academy and candidates can still use the Pearson VUE Registration System to make an appointment and take the exam at a Pearson VUE Test Center or with OnVUE until the retirement date.  When an exam is retired, the exam has been removed from Esri Academy and Pearson VUE Registration System, there are no longer any exam appointments available to sit for the exam.   Why do exams retire? Every 18-24 months we review and update the exam content to ensure it reflects current industry adopted workflows and software best practices.    Do all exams retire? Operational exams retire approximately 18-24 months from the exam's publication date. Beta exams are only available for a specific 2-3 weeks, they do not retire.   If an exam retires, does the certification retire? No, to become an Esri Certified Individual, a candidate must earn a passing score on the high stakes proctored exam. Exam retirement only applies to exams, the certifications achieved are never retired.   What if I have been preparing to take an exam that is now pending retirement? When an exam is pending retirement, candidates have approximately six moths to determine which version is the best choice.  Visit the Exam Retirement Schedule to access the learning plans and exam information guides. Compare the exam information guides for the new exam version with the exam information guide of the pending retirement version to determine if the older exam is still the best choice. Then review the retirement date and quickly register for the exam with Pearson VUE, appointment availability may be limited and the retirement date cannot be extended.   What if I purchased an exam voucher for an exam that is now pending retirement? Exam vouchers are not exam specific. You can use the same exam voucher for any beta or operational exam.  When a new exam version is published, it represents the most up to date software and industry workflows. When a new exam version is published, the older exam version will retire within six months of the new exam version's publication date.    What if I have already made an appointment with Pearson VUE to take an exam that is now pending retirement? The Pearson VUE Registration System will honor all scheduled appointments before the retirement date. Appointments will not be offered past the exam retirement date. If an appointment is cancelled, it must be rescheduled before the exam retirement date.  There are no extensions to retirement dates.   We hope this FAQ was helpful, should you have any further questions, please visit our Questions Board to post a question or review the question board label content within our Vouchers-Registration-Delivery.             ... View more

This article provides you with a quick look at key information unique to this ArcGIS Enterprise exam, the level, and its exam versions. As always, our key exam preparation resources begin with Esri Academy where you'll find exam details and  access the exam's corresponding learning plan, and Esri Community where you'll find the Exam Information Guide (EIG). Here is an article to help you select the exam that’s right for you: A Personalized Approach to Exam Selection. We recommend that you subscribe opt in to receive certification updates in your inbox and subscribe to Esri Technical Certification in Esri Community to stay up to date on the latest program information. Click this link to Ask Questions.   Current Version: ArcGIS Enterprise System Design Professional 2025 – In Development The 2025 exam version is intended for candidates with at least 4+ years of applied experience using ArcGIS Enterprise. The exam tests the candidate’s ability to design an advanced GIS for clients that may include custom solutions for unique projects and use cases using best practices. Exam Details Page in Esri Academy (Access exam learning plan, buy exam vouchers) Exam Information Guide in Esri Community (view detailed exam information, access exam preparation resources) Exam State: In Development – available to public 13 November 2025 Exam Level: Professional Exam Version: 2025 Number of Questions: 75 Exam Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes Exam Digital Badge: ArcGIS Enterprise System Design Professional 2025 (Learn more about Esri digital badges here)   Previous Version: Enterprise System Design Professional 2201 – Pending retirement December 31, 2025 The professional level indicates skills and experience with Esri software at 4+ years of experience.  Target audience includes roles such as: GIS administrators, GIS managers, GIS consultants, partners with experience in GIS architecture and designing enterprise systems. Exam Details Page in Esri Academy (Access exam learning plan, buy exam vouchers) Exam Information Guide in Esri Community (view detailed exam information, access exam preparation resources) Exam State: Pending Retirement – retiring 31 December 2025 (learn more about exam retirement here) Exam Level: Professional Exam Version: 2201 Number of Questions: 65 Exam Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes Exam Digital Badge: Enterprise System Design Professional 2201 (Learn more about Esri digital badges here)   Exam Version Comparison – 2025 vs 2201 Key Differences: Number of Questions: # of questions changes due to # of sections, overall exam items/topics, and complexity of exam content among other factors. ArcGIS Enterprise System Design Professional 2025 exam has 75 questions ArcGIS Enterprise System Design Professional 2201 exam has 65 questions Exam Blueprint: The exam blueprint is the information outlined in the Exam Information Guide (EIG). This is created as a result of exam development efforts in collaboration with ArcGIS users like yourself. Learn more about exam development below. ArcGIS Enterprise System Design Professional 2025 has 4 sections ArcGIS Enterprise System Design Professional 2201 exam has 4 sections The 4 section topics have remained the same between exam versions 2025 exam version re-organized to align with current software version ArcGIS Enterprise System Design Professional 2025 – in development Enterprise System Design Professional 2201 – pending retirement 31 December 2025 Physical Architecture - % Pending Blueprint Survey Physical Architecture - 37% Apply procedural concepts to document physical architecture that will meet nonfunctional requirements Apply procedural concepts to document physical architecture that will meet non functional requirements Design a highly available deployment Design a highly available deployment Identify the URLs used in ArcGIS Enterprise federation Identify the URLs used in ArcGIS Enterprise federation Given a scenario, use system design inputs to calculate required server capacities Given a scenario, use system design inputs to calculate required server capacities Identify supported storage types for on-premises and cloud-based data sources Identify supported storage types for on-premises and cloud-based data sources Design a load balancer configuration for a highly available ArcGIS Enterprise system Design a load balancer configuration for a highly available ArcGIS Enterprise system Given a scenario, use knowledge of IT to design a system Given a scenario, use knowledge of IT to design a system Apply procedural concepts to adjust architecture to meet constraints Apply procedural concepts to adjust architecture to meet constraints Identify the systems requirements for a server role Identify the systems requirements for a server role Given a scenario, determine which VDI configuration to use Given a scenario, determine which VDI configuration to use Solution Architecture - % Pending Blueprint Survey Solution Architecture - 26% Identify ArcGIS Solutions that will be required in the design Identify ArcGIS Solutions that will be required in the design Identify ArcGIS products that will be required in the design Identify ArcGIS products that will be required in the design Identify ArcGIS Server roles/extensions that will be required in the design Identify ArcGIS Server roles/extensions that will be required in the design Identify appropriate Data Store Roles Identify appropriate Data Store Roles Given a scenario, determine authentication methods based on business needs Given a scenario, determine authentication methods based on business needs Adjust architectural solution to meet constraints Adjust architectural solution to meet constraints Deployment and Troubleshooting - % Pending Blueprint Survey Deployment and Troubleshooting - 15% Apply procedural concepts to select a migration strategy Apply procedural concepts to select a migration strategy Identify potential system integration issues Identify potential system integration issues Interpret results and data from tools Interpret results and data from tools Design a deployment plan for an automated cloud deployment Design a deployment plan for an automated cloud deployment Determine which ArcGIS Monitor counter/extension to use Determine which ArcGIS Monitor counter/extension to use Architectural Concepts - % Pending Blueprint Survey Architectural Concepts - 22% Determine when to use workload separation Determine when to use workload separation Design system based on environment isolation needs Design system based on environment isolation needs Determine which type of Collaboration to use based on requirements Determine which type of Collaboration to use based on requirements Apply procedural concepts to identify a content delivery strategy Apply procedural concepts to identify a content delivery strategy Identify methods for backup, replication and/or resiliency Identify methods for backup, replication and/or resiliency Given a scenario, determine when to use tiered architectures Given a scenario, determine when to use tiered architectures   Participate in the Next Exam Update Process Exams are updated every 18-24 months, and we welcome ArcGIS users and Subject Matter Experts to help shape the validity of our exam content. Your participation is critical to the success of our program, and your feedback is key to ensuring that the exam enhancements meet the needs of our GIS Industry. To learn how you can participate: Review our Exam Development blog to learn more about our exam development process View upcoming exam participation opportunities and RSVP to events that interest you on our Exam Development Participation board.  Subscribe to the event board to receive notifications when new exam development events are added.   Best to you on your Certification Journey! ... View more

This article provides you with a quick look at key information unique to this ArcGIS Enterprise exam, the level, and its exam versions. As always, our key exam preparation resources begin with Esri Academy where you'll find exam details and  access the exam's corresponding learning plan, and Esri Community where you'll find the Exam Information Guide (EIG). Here is an article to help you select the exam that’s right for you: A Personalized Approach to Exam Selection. We recommend that you subscribe opt in to receive certification updates in your inbox and subscribe to Esri Technical Certification in Esri Community to stay up to date on the latest program information. Click this link to Ask Questions.   Current Version: ArcGIS Enterprise Administration Professional 2025 The 2025 exam version is intended for candidates with at least 4+ years of applied experience using ArcGIS Enterprise. The exam validates skills related to deploying ArcGIS Enterprise; configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting the core components; and managing updates to software and services. Exam Details Page in Esri Academy (Access exam learning plan, buy exam vouchers) Exam Information Guide in Esri Community (view detailed exam information, access exam preparation resources) Exam State: Published 04 November 2025 Exam Level: Professional Exam Version: 2025 Number of Questions: 75 Exam Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes Exam Digital Badge: ArcGIS Enterprise Administration Professional 2025 (Learn more about Esri digital badges here)   Previous Version: Enterprise Administration Professional 2201 – Pending Retirement 31 December 2025 The 2201 exam version is a professional level exam. It is intended for candidates that have four years of applied experience and validates skills related to deploying ArcGIS Enterprise; configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting the core components; and managing updates to services and apps. Exam Details Page in Esri Academy Catalog (Access exam learning plan, buy exam vouchers) Exam Information Guide in Esri Community (view detailed exam information, access exam preparation resources) Exam State: Pending Retirement – 31 December 2025 Exam Level: Professional Exam Version: 2201 Number of Questions: 65 Exam Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes Exam Digital Badge: Enterprise Administration Professional 2201 (Learn more about Esri digital badges here)   Exam Version Comparison – 2025 vs 2201 Key Differences: Number of Questions: # of questions changes due to # of sections, overall exam items/topics, and complexity of exam content among other factors. ArcGIS Enterprise Administration Professional 2025 exam has 75 questions ArcGIS Enterprise Administration Professional 2201 exam has 65 questions Exam Blueprint: The exam blueprint is the information outlined in the Exam Information Guide (EIG). This is created as a result of exam development efforts in collaboration with ArcGIS users like yourself. Learn more about exam development below. ArcGIS Enterprise Administration Professional 2025 has 4 sections ArcGIS Enterprise Administration Professional 2201 exam has 4 sections The 2025 exam version re-organized to align with current software version Exam Information Guide (EIG) – Skills Measured Comparison 2025 Exam Version 2201 Exam Version – Pending Retirement 31 December 2025 Deploy ArcGIS Enterprise - 34%  Implement and Deploy ArcGIS Enterprise - 31% Apply Esri guidelines to install and configure an ArcGIS Enterprise deployment Apply Esri guidelines to install and configure an ArcGIS Enterprise deployment Apply Esri best practices to configure security for ArcGIS Enterprise Apply Esri best practices to configure security for ArcGIS Enterprise Apply procedural concepts to authorize ArcGIS Enterprise Apply procedural concepts to authorize ArcGIS Enterprise Determine the appropriate ArcGIS Server roles Identify appropriate ArcGIS Server roles Determine the appropriate ArcGIS Data Store types Identify appropriate ArcGIS Data Store types Explain how to configure ArcGIS Enterprise portal organization settings   Troubleshoot ArcGIS Enterprise - 18% Troubleshoot ArcGIS Enterprise - 17% Troubleshoot functional issues between ArcGIS Enterprise components Troubleshoot functional issues between ArcGIS Enterprise components Interpret ArcGIS Enterprise logs to determine the causes of issues Interpret ArcGIS Enterprise logs Troubleshoot performance issues Troubleshoot performance issues Maintain and Support ArcGIS Enterprise - 22% Maintain and Support ArcGIS Enterprise - 22% Determine how to perform system health checks and maintain stability Determine how to perform system health checks and maintain stability Apply best practices to conduct backups and restorations Apply best practices to conduct backups and restorations Apply procedural concepts to optimize services Apply procedural concepts to optimize services Apply Esri guidelines to upgrade ArcGIS Enterprise Apply Esri guidelines to upgrade ArcGIS Enterprise Manage Content and Users in ArcGIS Enterprise - 26% Manage Content - 31% Explain how to configure service capabilities and properties to meet user requirements Apply procedural concepts to configure service capabilities and properties to meet user requirements Explain how to register on-premises or cloud-based data sources with ArcGIS Enterprise Apply procedural concepts to register on-premises or cloud-based data sources Explain how to manage groups and content Apply procedural concepts to manage groups and content Explain how to manage users Apply procedural concepts to manage users Explain how to set up and manage distributed collaborations Apply procedural concepts to set up and manage distributed collaborations   Apply procedural concepts to configure portal website   We hope you will engage with us during the next exam update process Exams are updated every 18-24 months, and we welcome ArcGIS users and Subject Matter Experts to help shape the validity of our exam content. Your participation is critical to the success of our program, and your feedback is key to ensuring that the exam enhancements meet the needs of our GIS Industry. To learn how you can participate: Review our Exam Development blog to learn more about our exam development process View upcoming exam participation opportunities and RSVP to events that interest you on our Exam Development Participation board.  Subscribe to the event board to receive notifications when new exam development events are added. ... View more

ArcGIS Developer Foundation 2201 This article provides you with a quick look at key information unique to this exam. As always, our key exam resources are the Exam Information Guide and Learning Plan located on the Exam Details Page and ArcGIS Documentation. We recommend that you subscribe to this article to receive notifications and click this link to Ask Questions.   ArcGIS Developer Foundation 2201 The 2201 exam version is the initial launch of this exam. The 2201 exam version is designed for candidates with between 0-2 years’ skills and experience. The target audience includes roles such as: App solution developer, GIS developer, GIS analyst, GIS administrator. Exam Details Page in Esri Academy Catalog   Published date: January 2022  Exam State: Available to the public  Exam Duration: 1 Hour, 40 minutes Number of Questions: 65 multiple choice – single select ... View more

The purpose of this article is to notify the reader of unique details specific to this exam version. This exam is currently ‘Available to Public’ and was published 22 April 2024. We recommend that you subscribe to this article to receive notifications about the release of the exam version’s key resources and click this link to Ask Questions.   Key Resources for Esri GIS Fundamentals Foundation 2024 Certification Exam Our key exam resources are the Exam Information Guide and Learning Plan located on the Exam Details Page and ArcGIS Documentation. Learn more about exam preparation resources here. The Exam Details Page in the Esri Academy (includes links to the Exam Information Guide and the exam Learning plan) ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online – ArcGIS Documentation Publish Date: 22 April 2024 Exam State: Available to public Link to Credly Digital Badge Previous Version: GIS Fundamentals Foundation 2201 Retired 30 June 2024 (Esri Exam Retirement Schedule) ... View more