Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Exam Code: CSM-001
The Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification validates knowledge of Agile and Scrum principles, including Scrum roles, events, artifacts, planning, estimation, team collaboration, servant leadership, facilitation, Agile project delivery, and supporting teams in applying Scrum practices effectively.
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Exam Format
- Exam Code: CSM-001
- Certification Level: Foundational / Professional
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes
- Passing Score: 70%
- Unscored Content: GAQM does not officially mention unscored questions for the CSM-001 exam.
Exam Details
- Question Types: Multiple choice questions
- Number of Questions: 40 multiple-choice questions
- Hands-On Questions: The exam does not include hands-on lab tasks. It assesses Agile concepts, Scrum roles, responsibilities, events, artifacts, planning, estimation, team collaboration, meetings, facilitation, and Scrum implementation knowledge.
Exam Policies
- Offline Proctoring: GAQM does not primarily list this exam as an offline test-centre exam.
- Online Proctoring: The exam is conducted in AI-proctored online mode and can be taken anytime, anywhere within the voucher validity period.
- Waiting Period: The exam voucher includes two attempts. If the candidate fails both attempts, a new voucher must be purchased.
- Retake Fee: A new exam voucher must be purchased if the candidate does not pass within the included attempts.
Certification Validity and Renewal
- Validity: Lifetime
- Renewal Options: The CSM certificate is valid for life, so renewal is not required.
Exam Fee
- Base Fee: $150 USD for the exam voucher
- Taxes: Country-specific VAT/GST may apply.
- Example: In India, 18% tax applies, making the total $177 USD ($150 + $27 tax)
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for taking the CSM-001 exam. However, it is recommended to have:
- Basic understanding of Agile project management concepts
- Familiarity with Scrum framework, roles, events, and artifacts
- Interest or experience in software development, testing, project management, or Agile delivery
- Understanding of team collaboration and iterative product development
- Completion of the GAQM E-Course is recommended because many exam questions are drawn from the E-Course
Exam Topics
- History of Agile: Agile background, Agile frameworks, project development challenges, project pains, and Agile approaches to solving delivery problems
- Introduction to Scrum: Scrum framework, Scrum values, Scrum principles, empirical process control, and Agile product development
- Scrum Roles and Responsibilities: Scrum Master, Product Owner, Developers, team responsibilities, servant leadership, facilitation, and team support
- Scrum Events: Sprint, Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, and effective meeting practices
- Scrum Artifacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment, artifacts, commitments, transparency, inspection, and adaptation
- Planning and Estimation: Product planning, Sprint planning, estimation techniques, backlog refinement, prioritization, and iterative delivery
- Scrum Implementation: Applying Scrum in teams, improving collaboration, supporting team productivity, and helping organizations adopt Agile practices
Intended Audience
The CSM certification is ideal for professionals working in or planning to work with Agile and Scrum teams, including roles such as:
- Scrum Master
- Agile Team Member
- Project Manager
- Software Developer
- Tester or QA Professional
- Business Analyst
- Product Team Member
- Team Lead or Manager
Career Impact
Jobs You Can Get:
- Scrum Master, Agile Project Manager, Agile Team Member, Project Coordinator, Business Analyst, Product Team Member, QA Analyst, Software Developer, and Agile Delivery Associate.
Average Salary:
- Varies by country — U.S.: $80,000–$125,000 USD,
- India: ₹7,00,000–₹20,00,000 INR,
- United Kingdom: £45,000–£80,000 GBP,
- UAE: 160,000–320,000 AED per year.
Why It’s Valuable:
- It validates Scrum knowledge, Agile team collaboration skills, servant leadership understanding, and the ability to support iterative product delivery and Agile project environments.
Exam Mode
The exam is proctored and can be taken:
- Online through GAQM’s AI-proctored exam platform
- Anytime and anywhere within the exam voucher validity period
Exam Booking Link
- Book your CSM-001 Exam via GAQM — Certified Scrum Master (CSM) official certification page
https://gaqm.org/certifications/scrum_agile/csm
Once you pass the exam
- Download your Certified Scrum Master certificate from your GAQM candidate profile
- Processing Time: Certificate and digital badge are issued after successfully qualifying in the exam
- Log in to your GAQM account
- Navigate to the certification or exam section
- Download your e-certificate and access your digital badge
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Strong Scrum Foundation
The CSM certification validates essential Scrum knowledge, including Agile values, Scrum roles, events, artifacts, planning, estimation, facilitation, team collaboration, servant leadership, and iterative product delivery.
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This certification supports developers, testers, analysts, project managers, team leads, and aspiring Scrum Masters who want structured knowledge to work effectively in Agile and Scrum-based project environments.
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CSM offers lifetime validity, making it useful for professionals seeking long-term recognition of Scrum knowledge, Agile teamwork capability, and facilitation skills without recurring renewal requirements or expiry.
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FAQ
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Who should take the Certified Scrum Master CSM-001 exam?
The CSM-001 exam is ideal for Scrum Masters, Agile team members, project managers, developers, testers, business analysts, product team members, team leads, and managers. It is suitable for professionals who want to understand Scrum roles, events, artifacts, Agile delivery, team collaboration, and servant leadership practices.
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How difficult is the CSM-001 exam?
The CSM-001 exam is considered foundational to moderate in difficulty. Candidates must answer 40 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes and score at least 70%. The exam focuses on Agile concepts, Scrum framework, roles, responsibilities, events, artifacts, planning, estimation, meetings, facilitation, and practical Scrum implementation knowledge.
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Why does GAQM offer the Certified Scrum Master certification?
GAQM offers the Certified Scrum Master certification to validate knowledge of Agile and Scrum practices used in software and project delivery environments. The credential helps professionals demonstrate understanding of Scrum roles, events, artifacts, planning, estimation, collaboration, servant leadership, and supporting teams in delivering value iteratively.
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What tools and resources can be used to prepare for the CSM-001 exam?
Candidates can prepare using the official GAQM CSM E-Course, course outline, sample exam, Scrum Guide, Agile Manifesto, and study materials covering Scrum roles, events, artifacts, planning, estimation, facilitation, and team collaboration. GAQM recommends the E-Course because many exam questions are drawn from it.
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Is the Certified Scrum Master certification still valuable in 2026?
Yes, the CSM certification remains valuable in 2026 for professionals working in Agile and Scrum-based environments. Organizations continue to need Scrum-aware professionals who can support collaboration, improve delivery, facilitate team events, remove obstacles, and help teams apply Agile principles to deliver customer value.
