CKAD (Linux Foundation — CKAD) — Free Online Mock Test
Hands-on Kubernetes application developer. 15-20 performance-based tasks in a live terminal on Kubernetes v1.35 (2026). Pass at 66%. Post-2025 syllabus revision added Gateway API + expanded troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
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18 questions
120 min
50 distinct variants
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CKAD section breakdown
The CKAD 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.
CKAD scoring & marking scheme
100–1000
Scaled score range
Strategy: CKAD has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: CKAD (Pass / Fail at 66%).
How CKAD is conducted
Mode
Proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow (face detection, room scan, fullscreen lock, tab-switch detection).
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Disabled — once you answer, you cannot return to a question.
Mark for review
Not available on the real interface.
CKAD time strategy
With 18 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 400 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35)
Target ~400 sec/question. If a question takes more than 600 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
CKAD topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CKAD, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35)
- Kubernetes — Nodes · 3
- Kubernetes — Deployments · 2
- Kubernetes — Rollout · 2
- Kubernetes — RBAC · 1
- Linux — Users · 1
- Linux — Permissions · 1
- Linux — Services · 1
- Linux — Disk · 1
Sample CKAD questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge CKAD bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) · Kubernetes — RBAC
Q1. Show all roles in the "dev" namespace.
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) · Linux — Users
Q2. Create a new user "alice" with a home directory.
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) · Linux — Permissions
Q3. Set permissions on /etc/myconfig to rw-r--r-- (644).
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) · Linux — Services
Q4. Start and enable the nginx service.
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) · Linux — Disk
Q5. Mount /dev/sdb1 to /data persistently.
CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) · Linux — Networking
Q6. List all open TCP ports.
These are a handful of the 900 unique CKAD questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
CKAD difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Hands-on Kubernetes application developer. 15-20 performance-based tasks in a live terminal on Kubernetes v1.35 (2026). Pass at 66%. Post-2025 syllabus revision added Gateway API + expanded troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's CKAD bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CKAD
Real test-day interface
Our perf-task skin mirrors the actual CKAD testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
900 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate real CKAD test-day conditions.
Free to start
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first CKAD mock starts in under a minute.
CKAD 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.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length CKAD mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where CKAD can take you
A strong CKAD result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Cloud, DevOps & security roles
A recognised certification unlocks engineer, administrator and architect roles at product and services firms.
Salary & promotion boost
Certified professionals command higher pay and are prioritised for internal promotions and project leads.
Remote & freelance work
In-demand skills open global remote roles and independent consulting opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CKAD exam pattern?
- Linux Foundation — CKAD contains 18 questions across 1 section: CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 400 seconds per question).
- Does CKAD have negative marking?
- No — CKAD has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CKAD scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. CKAD (Pass / Fail at 66%).
- How can I practise CKAD online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length CKAD 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 CKAD?
- CKAD is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Hands-on Kubernetes application developer. 15-20 performance-based tasks in a live terminal on Kubernetes v1.35 (2026). Pass at 66%. Post-2025 syllabus revision added Gateway API + expanded troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
- How long is the CKAD exam?
- CKAD 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 CKAD?
- CKAD is split into: CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Hands-on Kubernetes application developer. 15-20 performance-based tasks in a live terminal on Kubernetes v1.35 (2026). Pass at 66%. Post-2025 syllabus revision added Gateway API + expanded troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CKAD?
- 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 CKAD test adaptive?
- No — CKAD is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CKAD mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CKAD variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 900 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free CKAD test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge CKAD 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 CKAD previous year question–style papers included?
- Every CKAD mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 18-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free CKAD mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's CKAD 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 CKAD mock test on mobile?
- Yes. CKAD 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 CKAD syllabus?
- The CKAD syllabus maps to its 1 section: CKAD — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35). 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 CKAD?
- Eligibility for CKAD — 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 CKAD practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the CKAD exam and how should I prepare?
- Official CKAD 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 CKAD mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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