You become a certified Magento developer by passing an Adobe Commerce certification exam. There are no prerequisites. Most developers start with Developer Professional (AD0-E724, $125, 39/50 to pass), then move up to Developer Expert (AD0-E725) and Architect Master (AD0-E722). Every exam is 50 scored questions in 100 minutes, online proctored, and valid for two years.
Heads up: both front-end developer exams (AD0-E726 and AD0-E727) retire on October 25, 2026. If you planned to sit one, book it now or switch tracks (details below).
I've worked with Magento for over 15 years and have helped a lot of developers prepare for these exams. This page is the facts sheet: every current exam, what it costs, how retakes and renewals work, and what's been retired. For the study plan itself, see the best way to pass the Adobe Commerce certification.
What is a Magento Certified Developer?
A Magento Certified Developer is someone who has passed one or more Adobe Commerce certification exams. Since Adobe bought Magento, the exams carry the Adobe Commerce name, but they test the same platform: module architecture, customizations, checkout, catalog, admin and (on the newer exams) Adobe Commerce Cloud.
A cert won't make you a better developer, but it's the one Magento credential every agency and merchant recognizes on sight.
Available Adobe Commerce Certifications
Adobe Commerce certification comes in three tiers: Professional, Expert, and Master. Each tier targets a different experience level, so pick the one that matches where you are now.
Every exam has 50 scored questions, a 1 hour 40 minute time limit, and its own passing mark. Some exam pages (AD0-E723, AD0-E727 and AD0-E729) also warn that you may get up to 10-12 extra unscored questions mixed in, so don't panic if the count runs past 50.
All prices and passing marks below come from each exam's page on Adobe's certification portal, checked October 16, 2026.
Adobe Commerce Certified Professional
The Professional tier is for developers with a foundational understanding of Magento (Adobe pegs it at 0-12 months of experience). If you work on a Magento team and can handle straightforward projects, this is the right starting point.
| Number | Exam Name | Passing Mark | Duration | Cost | Cost (India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD0-E723 | Business Practitioner | 41/50 | 100 minutes | $125 USD | $95 USD |
| AD0-E724 | Developer | 39/50 | 100 minutes | $125 USD | $95 USD |
| AD0-E726 | Front-End Developer (retiring) | 33/50 | 100 minutes | $125 USD | $95 USD |
Front-End Developer Professional retires October 25, 2026. That's the last day you can sit AD0-E726. Adobe's suggested alternatives are Business Practitioner Professional (AD0-E723) and Developer Professional (AD0-E724).
Tip: AD0-E724 needs 39/50 (78%), the highest bar of any Adobe Commerce developer exam, so don't underestimate it. Adobe bases it on Adobe Commerce 2.4.7, and the objectives split into Architecture (52%), Customizations (36%) and Cloud (12%). The Adobe Commerce Developer Professional Certification Prep (AD0-E724) course is built for exactly this exam.
Adobe Commerce Certified Expert
The Expert tier is for developers with advanced Magento skills who work independently on complex projects and mentor less experienced teammates.
| Number | Exam Name | Passing Mark | Duration | Cost | Cost (India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD0-E729 | Business Practitioner | 35/50 | 100 minutes | $225 USD | $150 USD |
| AD0-E725 | Developer | 33/50 | 100 minutes | $225 USD | $150 USD |
| AD0-E727 | Front-End Developer (retiring) | 37/50 | 100 minutes | $225 USD | $150 USD |
Front-End Developer Expert retires October 25, 2026 too. Adobe's suggested alternatives are Business Practitioner Expert (AD0-E729), Developer Expert (AD0-E725) and Architect Master (AD0-E722).
Adobe Commerce Certified Master
The Master tier is the top level. It's designed for developers who lead complex projects, plan the architecture, and can mentor anyone on the team. There's currently one Master-level exam: Architect.
| Number | Exam Name | Passing Mark | Duration | Cost | Cost (India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD0-E722 | Architect | 30/50 | 100 minutes | $225 USD | $150 USD |
The Architect Master exam is hard. Its objectives are Design (46%), Review (32%) and Configure and Deploy (22%): designing solutions, integrating Adobe Commerce with external systems, using the Commerce test frameworks, tuning performance, and configuring Adobe Commerce Cloud. These resources help with the integration and testing side:
- The Art of GraphQL in Magento 2 (premium course)
- Magento Message Queues with RabbitMQ (premium course)
- Integration Testing (official documentation)
How Much Does Magento Certification Cost?
Certification costs depend on the exam tier and your location:
- Professional-level exams: $125 USD (or $95 USD in India)
- Expert- and Master-level exams: $225 USD (or $150 USD in India)
Each attempt is a separate fee, so a failed attempt costs you the full price again. Adobe adjusts prices from time to time, so check the exam page before you book.
Retake Policy
If you fail on your first attempt, you can retake the exam after 24 hours. If you fail the second (or any later) attempt, you have to wait 15 calendar days before the next one. Every attempt costs the full exam fee.
Exam Delivery
Every current Adobe Commerce exam is online proctored only, and you need a working camera. Adobe delivers them through Excelsoft's easyProctor platform, with both AI and human proctors watching. You schedule, reschedule or cancel from your account on the certification portal, and you can't reschedule within 24 hours of your appointment.
How to Become a Magento Certified Developer
There's no degree or formal prerequisite, but the exams assume hands-on time building real modules, not just reading about them. The short version: get comfortable with PHP and building custom modules, work on real projects, pick the exam that matches your experience, then prepare with practice exams.
For the full study plan (what the exam covers, how to split your study time, and which courses help with which section), read the best way to pass the Adobe Commerce certification. If you're still at the "learn Magento" stage, start with Magento developer training instead.
Is Magento Certification Worth It?
Yes, if you work at an agency or bill clients. Adobe partner status is tied to the number of certified people on staff, so agencies notice certs when they hire.
- Credibility with employers and merchants. A cert shows you've been tested on real Magento skills, which helps when a merchant or agency is choosing between developers.
- Job postings ask for it. Many Adobe Commerce roles list certification as preferred or required.
- It keeps you current. Each new exam version (and each renewal) tracks newer platform releases, so you end up learning the parts of Magento you don't touch every day.
I also made a video covering some of the hidden advantages of Adobe's Magento 2 certifications that aren't immediately obvious.
Adobe Commerce Certification Renewals
Adobe Commerce certifications expire after two years. Renewal is free for most certifications: you pass two short renewal modules (about 15 minutes each) from the Renewals tab in your Adobe certification account, and your certification renews automatically for another two years.
- When: Adobe notifies you 180 days before your certification expires, and you can renew any time in that window.
- If it expires: you have to retake (and pay for) the full exam to get it back.
- Retiring certifications can't be renewed. Adobe extended existing front-end certifications to October 31, 2028, but once they expire, they're gone.
Adobe's certification program details page has the current renewal rules.
Verifying Magento Certifications
When you pass, Adobe issues a digital badge. You'll find it in your certification account under My Account > Achievements, where each badge opens a shareable Credential page. Put that link on your resume and LinkedIn so employers and clients can verify it.
Adobe also lists solution partners, and the number of certified employees at an agency affects its partner level. You can browse the Adobe Commerce partner directory and filter by location, industry, partner level, or company size.
Retired Magento Certifications
Adobe regularly retires exams and replaces them with new versions. Here are the retired Magento and Adobe Commerce exams and what replaced them:
| Number | Exam Name | Level | Retired | Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD0-E702 | Developer | Professional | January 2022 | AD0-E711 |
| AD0-E705 | JavaScript Developer | Professional | November 2022 | AD0-E710 |
| AD0-E711 | Developer | Professional | November 2022 | AD0-E717 |
| AD0-E719 | Front-End Developer | Professional | August 2023 | AD0-E721 |
| AD0-E717 | Developer | Professional | February 2025 | AD0-E724 |
| AD0-E712 | Business Practitioner | Professional | Superseded | AD0-E723 |
| AD0-E721 | Front-End Developer | Professional | Superseded | AD0-E726 |
| AD0-E726 | Front-End Developer | Professional | Oct 25, 2026 | None (track retired) |
| AD0-E700 | Business Practitioner | Expert | October 2021 | AD0-E708 |
| AD0-E703 | Developer | Expert | January 2022 | AD0-E709 |
| AD0-E701 | Front-End Developer | Expert | March 2022 | AD0-E710 |
| AD0-E706 | Commerce Cloud Developer | Expert | March 2022 | AD0-E709 |
| AD0-E707 | Order Management Developer | Expert | March 2022 | N/A |
| AD0-E709 | Developer | Expert | November 2022 | AD0-E716 |
| AD0-E710 | Front-End Developer | Expert | August 2023 | AD0-E720 |
| AD0-E716 | Developer | Expert | February 2025 | AD0-E725 |
| AD0-E708 | Business Practitioner | Expert | May 2026 | AD0-E729 |
| AD0-E720 | Front-End Developer | Expert | Superseded | AD0-E727 |
| AD0-E727 | Front-End Developer | Expert | Oct 25, 2026 | None (track retired) |
| AD0-E704 | Architect | Master | November 2022 | AD0-E718 |
| AD0-E718 | Architect | Master | August 2023 | AD0-E722 |
A cert from a retired exam stays valid until its expiry date. Retiring certifications can't be renewed, so if you want to stay certified, plan to sit the replacement (or Adobe's recommended alternative).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become an Adobe Commerce certified developer?
Pick the exam that matches your experience (usually Developer Professional, AD0-E724), book it on Adobe's certification portal, and pass it. There are no prerequisites, no required training, and the exam is taken online from home.
How hard is the Magento certification exam?
Hard enough that you shouldn't wing it. Developer Professional (AD0-E724) needs 39 out of 50 (78%), the highest bar of any Adobe Commerce developer exam (Business Practitioner Professional, AD0-E723, is higher at 41/50). The questions are scenario-based and specific, so most developers who fail underestimate how much hands-on experience they need.
How long should I study for the Magento certification?
It depends on how much Magento you already write. The study plan breaks Developer Professional prep into three phases of about 5-6 weeks of part-time study in total. Plan on longer for the Expert exams, and longer again for Architect Master.
Are the Adobe Commerce front-end certifications being retired?
Yes. Front-End Developer Professional (AD0-E726) and Front-End Developer Expert (AD0-E727) can't be taken after October 25, 2026. If you already hold one, Adobe extended it to October 31, 2028, but it can't be renewed after that.
Can I take the Magento certification exam online?
Yes, and that's the only option. Every current Adobe Commerce exam is online proctored and needs camera access.
What happens if I fail the exam?
You can retake it after 24 hours, and you pay the exam fee again. After a second failure, you wait 15 calendar days before each later attempt.
Do Magento certifications expire?
Yes, after two years. Most can be renewed at no cost by passing two short renewal modules during the 180 days before expiry. Retiring certifications (like the front-end ones) can't be renewed.
Next step
If AD0-E724 is your first exam, the Adobe Commerce Developer Professional Certification Prep (AD0-E724) course has practice exams that mirror the real format. And if you just passed (or just failed) an exam, I'd like to hear which sections caught you off guard. That's how this page stays accurate.
