ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester
Exam Code: CTFL-AT
The ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester certification validates software testing knowledge in Agile environments, including Agile principles, Agile testing practices, tester roles, test techniques, collaboration, automation support, continuous testing, and quality-focused Agile delivery.
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Exam Format
- Exam Code: CTFL-AT
- Certification Level: Foundation Level Extension
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes
- Passing Score: 26 out of 40 points
- Unscored Content: Not officially specified by ISTQB
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 questions. It evaluates Agile testing knowledge through objective multiple-choice questions based on the official ISTQB CTFL-AT syllabus.
Exam Policies
- Offline Proctoring: Available through authorized ISTQB exam providers, depending on country and provider availability.
- Online Proctoring: Available through authorized ISTQB exam providers that support remote online examination.
- Waiting Period: Retake rules vary by ISTQB Member Board or exam provider. Candidates should check the selected provider’s retake policy before booking.
- Retake Fee: Full or provider-specific retake fee may apply for each additional attempt.
Certification Validity and Renewal
- Validity: Lifetime
- Renewal Options: No renewal is required. ISTQB certifications are generally valid for life.
Exam Fee
- Base Fee: $199 USD through selected ISTQB exam providers
- Taxes: Country-specific VAT/GST may apply.
- Example: In India, 18% tax applies, making the total $234.82 USD ($199 + $35.82 tax)
Prerequisites
To take the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester exam, candidates must usually hold the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level certificate. Basic knowledge of Agile software development and software testing is recommended.
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level certification
- Basic understanding of software testing concepts
- Familiarity with Agile software development is helpful
- Knowledge of Agile values, principles, and team collaboration is useful
- Practical exposure to Scrum, Kanban, or iterative development environments is beneficial
Exam Topics
- Agile Software Development: Agile Manifesto, Agile principles, whole-team approach, early and frequent feedback, and Agile development practices
- Fundamental Agile Testing Principles, Practices, and Processes: Differences between traditional and Agile testing, testing activities, test levels, and Agile team responsibilities
- Status of Testing in Agile Projects: Communicating test status, test progress, product quality, and risks in Agile projects
- Role and Skills of a Tester in an Agile Team: Collaboration, communication, feedback, independence, technical awareness, and supporting business value
- Agile Testing Methods: Test-driven development, acceptance test-driven development, behavior-driven development, exploratory testing, and session-based testing
- Assessing Quality Risks and Estimating Test Effort: Risk identification, risk assessment, testing effort estimation, and Agile planning support
- Techniques in Agile Projects: Test conditions, test cases, acceptance criteria, user stories, and test design in Agile environments
- Tools in Agile Projects: Test management tools, configuration management tools, continuous integration tools, test automation tools, and collaboration tools
Intended Audience
The ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester certification is ideal for testing and software professionals working in Agile teams, including roles such as:
- Agile Tester
- Software Tester
- QA Tester
- Test Analyst
- QA Engineer
- Scrum Team Member
- Test Engineer
- Product Owner
- Business Analyst
- Software Developer
Career Impact
Jobs You Can Get:
- Agile Tester, QA Tester, Software Tester, Test Analyst, QA Engineer, Test Engineer, Scrum Tester, UAT Tester, Junior Automation Tester, Quality Analyst, etc.
Average Salary:
- Varies by country — U.S.: $60,000–$95,000 USD,
- India: ₹4,00,000–₹10,00,000 INR,
- United Kingdom: £30,000–£50,000 GBP,
- UAE: 90,000–170,000 AED per year.
Why It’s Valuable:
- It is a globally recognized ISTQB Agile testing certification that helps testers demonstrate Agile testing knowledge, collaboration skills, and readiness to work in Agile software delivery teams.
Exam Mode
- The exam is proctored and can be taken through authorized ISTQB exam providers.
- In-person at authorized exam centres, depending on provider availability
- Online through approved remote proctoring platforms
- Exam availability and scheduling depend on the selected ISTQB Member Board or exam provider
- Candidates must usually hold the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level certificate
Exam Booking Link
- Book your ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester Exam via ISTQB — Click here (https://istqb.org/certifications/certified-tester-foundation-level-agile-tester-ctfl-at/)
Once you pass the exam
- Receive your ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester certificate from the exam provider or national board
- Processing Time: Certificate availability depends on the selected exam provider
- Log in to your exam provider account
- Navigate to the certifications or results section
- Download your certificate or follow the provider’s certificate delivery process
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ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester
Agile Testing Career Skills
CTFL-AT validates Agile testing knowledge, including Agile principles, tester responsibilities, collaboration, feedback, quality risks, estimation, user stories, acceptance criteria, automation support, and Agile delivery practices.
Globally Recognized Agile Credential
ISTQB Agile Tester certification is internationally recognized, helping testers, QA engineers, developers, product owners, and business analysts demonstrate Agile testing competence across global software teams and organizations.
Supports Modern QA Roles
Agile delivery is widely used in software projects, making CTFL-AT valuable for professionals seeking QA, testing, Scrum, automation, product, and collaborative Agile team responsibilities.
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FAQ
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Who should take the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester exam?
The CTFL-AT exam is suitable for software testers, QA engineers, test analysts, developers, business analysts, product owners, Scrum team members, and professionals working in Agile projects. It is designed for candidates who already understand foundation-level testing and want to apply testing knowledge in Agile software delivery environments.
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How difficult is the CTFL-AT exam?
The CTFL-AT exam is considered foundation-level and moderate in difficulty. It has 40 multiple-choice questions and requires 26 correct answers to pass. Candidates should understand Agile principles, Agile testing practices, tester roles, user stories, acceptance criteria, quality risks, estimation, test automation support, and collaboration within Agile teams.
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Why does ISTQB offer the Agile Tester certification?
ISTQB offers the Agile Tester certification to validate testing knowledge needed in Agile software development. The certification helps professionals understand how testing changes in Agile teams, including collaboration, early feedback, user story testing, acceptance criteria, exploratory testing, automation support, risk-based testing, and continuous quality improvement throughout iterative delivery.
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What tools and resources can be used to prepare for the CTFL-AT exam?
Candidates should prepare using the official ISTQB CTFL-AT syllabus, sample exams, glossary, and accredited training materials. Practical experience with Agile projects, Scrum boards, test management tools, CI/CD tools, collaboration platforms, automation tools, user story analysis, exploratory testing, and acceptance criteria review can improve exam readiness.
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Is the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester certification still valuable in 2026?
Yes, CTFL-AT remains valuable in 2026 because Agile delivery continues to be widely used across software projects. The certification helps testers and QA professionals demonstrate Agile testing skills, collaboration ability, risk awareness, and understanding of quality practices needed in Scrum, Kanban, DevOps, and iterative development environments.
