You can take the PSM exam multiple times, as there is no specified limit on the total number of attempts, provided you meet the payment requirements for each set of attempts.
When you register for the PSM exam, you are initially provided with a set number of attempts to pass. Should you not succeed within these initial attempts, a clear pathway exists to retake the exam.
Initial Attempts and Retake Policy
The process for taking the PSM exam is structured to allow for multiple attempts, ensuring candidates have opportunities to demonstrate their proficiency.
- Initial Purchase: Upon your first payment for the PSM exam, you are granted 2 attempts to pass. This allows you a primary try and a backup attempt should the first one not be successful.
- Subsequent Attempts: If you do not pass the PSM exam after exhausting these initial two attempts, you are required to pay the examination fees again. Once the fees are paid, you become eligible to sit for the exam once more. This cycle of re-payment and re-testing implies that there is no absolute cap on the number of times you can attempt the PSM exam. You can continue to take the exam as many times as needed, provided you fulfill the fee payment requirements for each subsequent attempt.
This flexible approach allows individuals to continually pursue certification until they achieve a passing score, without a strict lifetime limit on the number of attempts.
Exam Attempt Overview
To summarize the attempt structure:
| Scenario | Attempts Available | Payment Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Exam Purchase | 2 | Initial fee paid |
| Subsequent Attempts | As needed* | Re-payment required |
*Note: While there is no explicit maximum stated for total attempts, each re-take after the initial two attempts requires an additional payment.
