Exam Overview

The 800-150 FLDTEC exam is Cisco's current assessment for the Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) Field Technician certification. It measures the practical knowledge required to identify, maintain, restore, and replace Cisco devices at customer sites while working with established service processes and support teams.

• Exam Code: 800-150 FLDTEC v1.0
• Level: Entry-level Cisco Certified Technician certification
• Duration: 120 minutes. Available languages: English and Japanese.
• Passing Score: Not officially disclosed by Cisco (commonly estimated at ~825 out of 1000).
• Unscored Content: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.

Exam Structure

The 800-150 FLDTEC exam covers six official domains spanning networking foundations, service tasks, Cisco software, infrastructure and collaboration architecture, hardware replacement, and UCS and data center architecture.

• Question Types: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.
• Number of Questions: Cisco's official launch announcement described the exam as containing 100 overarching items.
• Hands-On Questions: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.

Exam Policies

Before completing FLDTEC exam registration, review Cisco's certification policies, Pearson VUE admission rules, identification requirements, exam-security agreement, and the terms displayed with the selected appointment.

• Rescheduling: Online Proctored exams can be rescheduled up to 30 minutes before check-in. Test Center exams can be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the scheduled appointment.
• Cancellation: Online Proctored exams can be cancelled up to 30 minutes before check-in. Test Center exams can be cancelled up to 48 hours before the scheduled appointment.
• Retake Policy: After failing an Entry-level written exam, candidates must wait five calendar days, beginning the day after the unsuccessful attempt, before retaking the same exam.
• Retake Fee: Cisco states that candidates may retake an exam for the same cost unless an eligible safeguard, voucher, or promotion expressly provides different terms. The full FLDTEC exam fee therefore normally applies to another attempt.

Certification Validity and Renewal Options

Passing the 800-150 FLDTEC exam earns the Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) Field Technician certification and begins Cisco's standard active certification cycle.

• Validity: Cisco states that most certifications are active for three years. CCT is included in Cisco's current recertification program and is not listed under the five-year CCST exception.
• Renewal Options: Recertify by passing the current CCT FLDTEC exam, any current Associate-level exam, any current technology core or concentration exam, or an eligible CCDE written or practical exam or CCIE lab exam. CE credits do not apply to CCT renewal.

Exam Fee

• Base Fee: The official CBRCOR exam fee is USD 200, excluding applicable taxes. Candidates may also redeem eligible Cisco Learning Credits during scheduling.
• Taxes: Local taxes, currency conversion, and regional checkout rules may affect the final FLDTEC certification cost. The payable amount is shown during registration.
• Example (India): Candidates in India are subject to 18% GST, bringing the total exam fee to USD 236 (USD 200 + USD 36 GST).

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for the 800-150 FLDTEC exam or the Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) Field Technician certification.

• Candidates should study the complete FLDTEC syllabus and understand network components, copper and fiber cabling, addressing, switching, routing, basic Cisco CLI operations, and safe field-service practices.
• Helpful preparation includes familiarity with Cisco Catalyst, Meraki, ISR, ASR, NCS, Nexus, MDS, Secure Firewall, UCS, collaboration endpoints, and the roles these platforms perform in enterprise environments.
• Cisco offers a guided FLDTEC Learning Path in Cisco U. with pre- and post-assessments. The official training is recommended preparation, but completing a specific course is not an exam prerequisite.

Exam Topics

The official FLDTEC syllabus contains six weighted domains:

• Networking Foundations - 20%: Network devices and functions, OSI and TCP/IP models, encapsulation, copper and fiber media, switching, IPv4 and IPv6, routing, campus architecture, infrastructure devices, data center networking, UCS, and collaboration.
• Common Service Tasks and Tools - 15%: Device boot processes, common Cisco IOS commands, file-management tools, physical connectivity checks, remote and console access, device status capture, password recovery, replacement tools, and serial-number identification.
• Cisco Software - 10%: Cisco IOS bundle and install modes, software licensing models, image backup and transfer with FTP, TFTP, or USB, Cisco IOS installation, and management of device configuration files.
• Cisco Infrastructure and Collaboration Architecture - 10%: Infrastructure components, network and collaboration endpoints, on-premises call control and media flow, Cisco UCM, video infrastructure, Webex services, Control Hub, and hosted collaboration solutions.
• Cisco Hardware Replacement - 35%: Safety and ESD practices; replacement procedures for Catalyst, Meraki, ISR, ASR, Cisco 8000, NCS, Secure Firewall, Nexus, MDS, UCS, and collaboration devices; plus NX-OS operations and endpoint replacement.
• Cisco UCS and Data Center Architecture - 10%: LAN, SAN, and Unified Fabric concepts; Nexus, MDS, and UCS placement; ToR, EoR, and FEX models; virtualization and cloud concepts; and Cisco UCS components and connectivity.

Intended Audience

The 800-150 FLDTEC exam is suited to professionals who install, service, restore, and replace Cisco equipment in customer environments, including:

• Field Engineers
• Cisco Virtual Internetworking Support Engineers
• Cisco Technical Assistance Center Engineers
• High Touch Operations Managers
• Consulting Engineers
• Network Engineers
• Technical Program Managers

Career Opportunities

Passing the 800-150 FLDTEC exam supports technical service roles that combine device identification, on-site repair, replacement workflows, configuration handling, and coordination with remote support teams, including:

• Cisco Field Technician
• Field Service Engineer
• Network Support Technician
• Data Center Support Technician
• UCS Support Technician
• Collaboration Support Technician

Average Salary (Approximate)

Cisco does not publish salary data for CCT holders. The figures below are approximate market ranges for Field Service Technician or Field Service Engineer roles from PayScale and Glassdoor. Salaries vary by experience, employer, location, job role, and industry.

• U.S.: Approximately USD 40,000-80,000 per year in total pay for Field Service Technicians (PayScale, July 2026).
• India: Approximately INR 194,000-1,000,000 per year in base pay for Field Service Engineers (PayScale, May 2026).
• United Kingdom: Approximately GBP 25,000-46,000 per year in base pay for Field Service Engineers (PayScale, June 2026).
• UAE: Approximately AED 60,000-372,000 per year in total pay for Field Service Engineers in Dubai (Glassdoor, April 2026).

Exam Delivery Options

During FLDTEC exam registration, candidates can review the delivery methods available for the 800-150 appointment and their location.

• Pearson VUE Test Center - Take the exam in a proctored environment at an authorized Pearson VUE test center, subject to local availability.
• Online Proctored Exam (OnVUE) - Cisco written certification exams are generally available through OnVUE, subject to the candidate's country, exam availability, system requirements, and appointment options shown during scheduling.
• Online Exam Rules: Run the required system test, use an approved computer with webcam and microphone, present acceptable identification, maintain a clear private workspace, and remain under live-proctor supervision.
• Test Center Rules: Arrive according to the appointment instructions, bring the required identification, store prohibited items, accept Cisco's candidate agreement, and follow all check-in and proctor directions.

Exam Registration

Follow these steps to complete FLDTEC exam registration:

• Open Cisco's official exam scheduling portal and sign in with the Cisco account linked to the certification profile.
• Select the 800-150 FLDTEC exam and choose an available Pearson VUE test center or OnVUE online-proctored appointment, where offered.
• Confirm the exam language, date, time, delivery method, identification requirements, and the rescheduling and cancellation terms shown with the booking.
• Pay the FLDTEC exam fee, apply an eligible voucher, or redeem Cisco Learning Credits, then save the appointment confirmation.

After Passing the Exam

After passing the 800-150 FLDTEC exam, review the result and certification record in Cisco CertMetrics.

• Passing earns the Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) Field Technician certification, which validates skills in diagnosing, restoring, repairing, and replacing critical Cisco networking and system devices at customer sites.
• Use Cisco CertMetrics to access exam history, score reports, certificates, transcripts, certification logos, and the credential's expiration information.
• Keep the certification profile and email address current so Cisco can deliver status and recertification notices throughout the active certification period.

Why the 800-150 FLDTEC Exam Is Worth It

• Earns the Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) Field Technician certification
• Validates support skills across networking, data center, UCS, and collaboration
• Demonstrates knowledge of safe hardware replacement and software restoration
• Builds a Cisco-recognized foundation for on-site technical service careers