If you took advantage of our global retake promotion by completing and scheduling an eligible exam* and you didn’t pass, you may qualify for a free retake attempt. But don’t delay – this offer has limited dates and restrictions.†
Follow the steps below to take advantage of this offer:
Log in to your account and locate the eligible exam you took between May 1 – June 12, 2025.
Schedule your retake exam—make sure to follow the promo code instructions based on the exam program.
Take your free exam between July 7, 2025, and January 20, 2026.
Use this second chance to prove your skills and pass the exam at no additional cost! But act quickly – the redemption window closes on January 20, 2026.
*Free retake eligible on exams that were scheduled and paid for during the promotional period between May 1 – June 12, 2025.
†Please read terms and conditions for participating exam programs as they may vary.
Can I use a prepaid voucher to purchase my exam?
The specific conditions will vary based on the exam program selected. Refer to the terms and conditions associated with your chosen program, as certain exclusions may apply.
When do I use the promo code?
After opting in, you will receive an email with next steps, including details about the promo code and when to apply it.
What is the retake exam deadline?
If you fail your first attempt, your retake exam must be taken by January 20, 2026. Retakes cannot be taken between June 13, 2025 and July 6, 2025.
I already have an exam scheduled for May and June. How do I take advantage of this promotion if I don’t pass on my first try?
This promotion applies to exams registered and taken between May 1- June 12, 2025. If you have an exam scheduled during this period, please visit the landing page to locate your participating program, read the terms and conditions to confirm that your scheduled exam qualifies for this promotion, and opt-in. Once you receive your confirmation email, you may need to cancel and reschedule your exam according to the instructions in the campaign registration confirmation email.
Why don’t I see my exam program listed?
At this time, your exam program is not participating in the promotion.
I failed my exam and I’m trying to schedule my free retake, but the system isn’t letting me reschedule. Why?
Be sure to check the retake rules for your exam/program. All retake rules still apply for this promotion.
How many exams can I take under this promotion?
Please refer to program-specific terms and conditions for the number of retakes allowed for this promotion per program, per candidate.
I’m a candidate in China and I’m unable to use the free retake promo code for SAS exams, why is that?
This promotion is not valid for SAS exams for candidates in China.
I’m a candidate in India and I’m unable to use the free retake promo code for SAS exams, why is that?
This promotion is not valid for SAS exams for candidates in India.
Q: How do I check if the promotion code was properly applied to my registration?
A: If the promotion code was properly applied to your registration, the code will be visible on your confirmation order email.
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Terms & Conditions
PROMOTIONAL OFFER DESCRIPTION:
From May 1, 2025 [12:01 AM PST] to June 12, 2025 [11:59 PM PST] (the “Offer Period”), test in May and June 2025 and receive a free retake if you failed your exam. Once you’ve opted in, enter the promo code that you are sent via email and pay full price for your first attempt. If you fail that exam, simply schedule your second attempt for the same exam and you will receive an auto-discount to pay $0 for the same exam. Terms and conditions apply.
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
By registering for an Exam, you agree to these Terms and Conditions for the promotion described above (the “Offer”).
- Pearson VUE, a business of NCS Pearson Inc., (“Pearson VUE”) is the issuer of this Offer.
- During May 1 – June 12, 2025, opt in, register, enter the promo code sent via email, pay for, and take your Exam. (Offer is only valid for individuals 18 years and older.)
- For the promo code to apply, initial Exam attempts must be completed prior to June 12, 2025. Second exam must be taken between July 7, 2025 – January 20, 2026.
- You may reschedule an Exam so long the first attempt is completed before June 12, 2025. All rescheduled Exams must follow the exam programs’ rescheduling and retake policies.
- All free retakes must follow the exam programs’ retake policies.
- Offer limited to two free retakes per participating exam program.
- For the SAS exam program only, this offer is not valid for candidates in China and India.
- Offer may not be combined with other offers and promotions.
- This offer only applies to Exams that you attempted and failed to pass. It does not apply to exam sessions that were terminated or revoked.
- Pearson VUE reserves the right to modify or cancel the Offer at any time.
- Offer is non-transferable and may not be resold.
- If you violate any of these terms and conditions, the Offer will be invalid.
- Void where prohibited.
- Your information is handled in accordance with the Pearson VUE Privacy Policy.
Terms & Conditions
PROMOTIONAL OFFER DESCRIPTION:
From May 1, 2025 [12:01 AM PST] to June 12, 2025 [11:59 PM PST] (the “Offer Period”), test in May and June 2025 and receive a free retake if you failed your exam. Opt in and pay full price for your first attempt. If you fail that exam, simply schedule your second attempt and use the promo code you are sent via email to pay $0 for the same exam. Terms and conditions apply.
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
By registering for an Exam, you agree to these Terms and Conditions for the promotion described above (the “Offer”).
- Pearson VUE, a business of NCS Pearson Inc., (“Pearson VUE”) is the issuer of this Offer.
- During May 1 – June 12, 2025, opt in, register, pay for, and take your Exam. (Offer is only valid for individuals 18 years and older.)
- For the promo code to apply, initial Exam attempts must be completed prior to June 12, 2025. Second exam must be taken between July 7, 2025 – January 20, 2026.
- You may reschedule an Exam so long the first attempt is completed before June 12, 2025.
- All rescheduled Exams must follow the exam programs’ rescheduling and retake policies.
- All free retakes must follow the exam programs’ retake policies.
- Offer limited to two free retakes per participating exam program.
- Offer may not be combined with other offers and promotions.
- This offer only applies to Exams that you attempted and failed to pass. It does not apply to exam sessions that were terminated or revoked.
- Pearson VUE reserves the right to modify or cancel the Offer at any time.
- Offer is non-transferable and may not be resold.
- If you violate any of these terms and conditions, the Offer will be invalid.
- Void where prohibited.
- Your information is handled in accordance with the Pearson VUE Privacy Policy.
Terms & Conditions
PROMOTIONAL OFFER DESCRIPTION:
From May 1, 2025 [12:01 AM PST] to June 12, 2025 [11:59 PM PST] (the “Offer Period”), test in May and June 2025 and receive a free retake if you failed your exam. Opt in and pay full price for your first attempt. If you fail that exam, simply schedule your second attempt and use the promo code you are sent via email to pay $0 for the same exam. Terms and conditions apply.
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
By registering for an Exam, you agree to these Terms and Conditions for the promotion described above (the “Offer”).
- Pearson VUE, a business of NCS Pearson Inc., (“Pearson VUE”) is the issuer of this Offer.
- During May 1 – June 12, 2025, opt in, schedule, pay for, and take your Exam. (Offer is valid for individuals 13 years [with guardian consent] and older.)
- For the promo code to apply, initial Exam attempts must be completed prior to June 12, 2025. Second exam must be taken between July 7, 2025 – January 20, 2026. Retakes cannot be taken between June 13, 2025 and July 6, 2025.
- You may reschedule an Exam so long the first attempt is completed before June 12, 2025.
- All rescheduled Exams must follow the exam programs’ rescheduling and retake policies.
- All free retakes must follow the exam programs’ retake policies.
- Offer limited to one free retake per participating exam program.
- Offer may not be combined with other offers and promotions, including vouchers.
- This offer only applies to Exams that you attempted and failed to pass. It does not apply to exam sessions that were terminated or revoked.
- Pearson VUE reserves the right to modify or cancel the Offer at any time.
- Offer is non-transferable and may not be resold.
- If you violate any of these terms and conditions, the Offer will be invalid.
- Void where prohibited.
- Your information is handled in accordance with the Pearson VUE Privacy Policy.
Terms & Conditions
PROMOTIONAL OFFER DESCRIPTION:
From May 1, 2025 [12:01 AM PST] to June 12, 2025 [11:59 PM PST] (the “Offer Period”), test in May and June 2025 and receive a free retake if you failed your exam. Once you’ve opted in, enter the promo code you were sent via email and pay full price for your first attempt. If you fail that exam, simply schedule your second attempt for the same exam and you will receive an auto-discount to pay $0 for the same exam. Terms and conditions apply.
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
By registering for an Exam, you agree to these Terms and Conditions for the promotion described above (the “Offer”).
Pearson VUE, a business of NCS Pearson Inc., (“Pearson VUE”) is the issuer of this Offer.
During May 1 – June 12, 2025, opt in, register, enter the promo code you were sent via email, pay for, and take your Microsoft Exam. (Offer is only valid for individuals 18 years and older.)
For the promo code to apply, initial Exam attempts must be completed prior to June 12, 2025. Second exam must be taken between July 7, 2025 – January 20, 2026.
You may reschedule an Exam so long the first attempt is completed before June 12, 2025.
All rescheduled Exams must follow the exam programs’ rescheduling and retake policies.
All free retakes must follow the exam programs’ retake policies.
Offer limited to two free retakes per participating exam program.
The following exams are excluded from this promotion:
DP-700 - Implementing Data Engineering Solutions Using Microsoft Fabric
AI-102- Designing and Implementing a Microsoft Azure AI Solution
AZ-900- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
AZ-204- Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure
MS-102- Microsoft 365 Administrator
SC-401- Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365 (beta)
SC-200- Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
AI-900- Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals
DP-100- Designing and Implementing a Data Science Solution on Azure
DP-203- Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure
DP-300- Administering Microsoft Azure SQL Solutions
DP-420- Designing and Implementing Cloud-Native Applications Using Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
DP-600- Implementing Analytics Solutions Using Microsoft Fabric
DP-900- Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals
PL-300- Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst
Offer may not be combined with other offers and promotions.
This offer only applies to Exams that you attempted and failed to pass. It does not apply to exam sessions that were terminated or revoked.
Pearson VUE reserves the right to modify or cancel the Offer at any time.
Offer is non-transferable and may not be resold.
If you violate any of these terms and conditions, the Offer will be invalid.
Void where prohibited.
- Your information is handled in accordance with the Pearson VUE Privacy Policy.