CCNP SP Core (Cisco CCNP Service Provider Core (350-501 SPCOR)) — Free Online Mock Test
SPCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. SP architecture, core routing (IS-IS, BGP, MPLS), services, automation & assurance. · Official language: English.
CCNP SP Core exam at a glance
CCNP SP Core key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Cisco Systems (delivered through Pearson VUE). |
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| Official website | cisco.com — 350-501 SPCOR ↗ |
| Mode | Proctored exam at a Pearson VUE test centre or online with proctoring. Duration 120 minutes. |
| Frequency | On demand, year-round. |
| Scoring & marking | Cisco does not publish the question count or passing score — results are on a scaled range (roughly 300–1000) with a variable cut score, and there is no negative marking. 350-501 SPCOR is the core exam for CCNP Service Provider (paired with one concentration exam) and also serves as the qualifying exam for CCIE Service Provider. Blueprint (v1.1) domains: Architecture 15%, Networking 30%, MPLS & Segment Routing 20%, Services 20%, Automation & Assurance 15%. |
| Score validity | The CCNP Service Provider / Specialist certification is valid for 3 years; renew with Continuing Education credits or by re-exam. |
| Language | English and Japanese. |
Who is eligible for CCNP SP Core?
No formal prerequisite; Cisco recommends roughly 3–5 years of service-provider networking experience.
Last verified July 2026 against Cisco — 350-501 SPCOR exam, Cisco Learning Network — SPCOR exam topics. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
CCNP SP Core section breakdown
The CCNP SP Core mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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CCNP SP Core (60 Q)
CCNP SP Core scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: CCNP SP Core has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: CCNP SP Core (pass 700/1000).
How CCNP SP Core is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
CCNP SP Core time strategy
With 60 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 120 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- CCNP SP Core (60 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
CCNP SP Core topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CCNP SP Core, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
CCNP SP Core (60 Q)
- Routing — OSPF · 4
- Routing — BGP · 3
- Security — L2 · 3
- Switching — STP · 2
- Security — VPN · 2
- Security — AAA · 2
- WAN — MPLS VPN · 2
- Virtualization — VXLAN · 1
CCNP SP Core difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
SPCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. SP architecture, core routing (IS-IS, BGP, MPLS), services, automation & assurance. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's CCNP SP Core bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CCNP SP Core
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what CCNP SP Core really tests
SPCOR (350-501) is a 120-minute exam on Cisco service-provider core technologies — SP architecture, IS-IS/OSPF/BGP core routing, MPLS and Segment Routing, VPN services and automation. It is the core exam for CCNP Service Provider and the written qualifier for CCIE Service Provider.
Preparation tips
- Networking is 30% — be fluent in IS-IS (less common elsewhere) as well as BGP.
- Study Segment Routing / SR-TE / SRv6 deeply; they permeate the modern SP blueprint.
- Practise L2VPN/L3VPN service provisioning on IOS XR.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating it like an enterprise exam — SP uses IOS XR and IS-IS-centric design that differ from enterprise IOS.
- Underestimating Segment Routing, which spans the Architecture, MPLS and Services domains.
CCNP SP Core study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Be fluent in IS-IS (IPv4/IPv6), OSPF and BGP — Networking is 30%
- Study SP architecture (Metro Ethernet, Unified MPLS, QoS models)
- Read the SPCOR Official Cert Guide against the v1.1 blueprint
- Go deep on Segment Routing / SR-TE / SRv6 — heavily emphasised
- Cover MPLS (LDP, TE), L2VPN/L3VPN, multicast and QoS
- Practise service provisioning on IOS XR
- Cover programmable APIs, telemetry and assurance
- Take timed practice tests and close gaps
- Review the full 120-minute blueprint
Where CCNP SP Core can take you
A strong CCNP SP Core result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- CCNP Service Provider certification
- Service-provider / carrier engineer
- Path toward CCIE Service Provider
Best books & official prep for CCNP SP Core
- CCNP Service Provider SPCOR 350-501 Official Cert Guide — Cisco Press
Official practice: Cisco’s official training is the Cisco U. course “Implementing and Operating Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologies (SPCOR)”, with labs on IOS XR.
Previous-year papers: Cisco does not release past papers; practice comes from Cisco U. labs and third-party practice tests.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CCNP SP Core exam pattern?
- Cisco CCNP Service Provider Core (350-501 SPCOR) contains 60 questions across 1 section: CCNP SP Core (60 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 120 seconds per question).
- Does CCNP SP Core have negative marking?
- No — CCNP SP Core has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CCNP SP Core scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. CCNP SP Core (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise CCNP SP Core online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length CCNP SP Core mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of CCNP SP Core?
- CCNP SP Core is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. SPCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. SP architecture, core routing (IS-IS, BGP, MPLS), services, automation & assurance. · Official language: English.
- How long is the CCNP SP Core exam?
- CCNP SP Core runs for 120 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in CCNP SP Core?
- CCNP SP Core is split into: CCNP SP Core (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. SPCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. SP architecture, core routing (IS-IS, BGP, MPLS), services, automation & assurance. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CCNP SP Core?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the CCNP SP Core test adaptive?
- No — CCNP SP Core is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CCNP SP Core mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CCNP SP Core variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free CCNP SP Core test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge CCNP SP Core test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are CCNP SP Core previous year question–style papers included?
- Every CCNP SP Core mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 60-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free CCNP SP Core mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's CCNP SP Core mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the CCNP SP Core mock test on mobile?
- Yes. CCNP SP Core mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the CCNP SP Core syllabus?
- The CCNP SP Core syllabus maps to its 1 section: CCNP SP Core (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for CCNP SP Core?
- Eligibility for CCNP SP Core — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CCNP SP Core practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the CCNP SP Core exam and how should I prepare?
- Official CCNP SP Core exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free CCNP SP Core mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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