Examination Administration
DSAFS®
DSAFS® Certification Exams are conducted online and are live-proctored. Exam scheduling is based on availability and follows a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your preferred date and time, DSAFS advises scheduling your exam at least one month before your exam scheduling deadline.

Rigorous, Yet Convenient
DSAFS certification exams are delivered following the world’s most rigorous test-delivery standards, adhering to Question and Test Interoperability (QTI) norms. Registered candidates can take DSAFS certification exams anytime and anywhere, across 180+ countries. Special testing arrangements can be made for employees of organizations or university students upon prior request.
The exam fee for DSAFS certification is $499, which includes the cost of the first attempt. No additional exam fee is required unless a candidate is retaking the exam, rescheduling after canceling a previously scheduled exam, or missing the exam due to a no-show for any reason.
Comprehensive Evaluation
DSAFS® exams for data analytics and data scientist certifications consist of multiple-choice, single-answer questions, all carrying equal weight. There is no penalty for incorrect answers. A typical DSAFS certification exam includes a diverse set of questions designed to evaluate a candidate's mastery of foundational principles and concepts, comprehension of techniques and processes, and practical skills in applying programming and analytical tools to solve real-world data challenges.
