CKAD (Linux Foundation — CKAD) — Free Online Mock Test

CKAD exam at a glance

CKAD full-length mock tests

Attempt 50 full-length CKAD mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 18-question, 120-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.

CKAD key facts & eligibility

Who is eligible for CKAD?

No prerequisites.

Last verified July 2026 against Linux Foundation — CKAD. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

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 — Performance Tasks (15-20 · K8s v1.35)
  18 questions · 120 minutes · ~400 sec/question

CKAD scoring & marking scheme

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 — Services · 6
• Kubernetes — Rolling updates · 4
• Kubernetes — Deployments · 3
• Kubernetes — Ingress · 3
• Kubernetes — Rollbacks · 1
• Kubernetes — ConfigMaps · 1

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.

Expert take: what CKAD really tests

The Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), from the CNCF and the Linux Foundation, validates designing, building and deploying cloud-native applications on Kubernetes. It is entirely performance-based — hands-on command-line tasks in a live cluster within 2 hours, with a passing score of 66% and a free second attempt. It has no prerequisites, is offered in English, Simplified Chinese and Japanese, and is valid for 2 years.

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.

Where CKAD can take you

A strong CKAD result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

• Kubernetes application developer
  CKAD validates building and deploying apps on Kubernetes.
• Cloud-native developer
  A recognised hands-on developer credential.

Best books & official prep for CKAD

• Kubernetes documentation & CKAD curriculum — CNCF / Kubernetes
  The official curriculum and docs (permitted during the exam).
• CKAD practice (killer.sh simulator) — Linux Foundation
  Hands-on task practice included with the exam.

Official practice: Practise hands-on tasks — pod design, configuration, multi-container patterns, observability and services — using the killer.sh simulator; the pass mark is 66%.

Previous-year papers: The Linux Foundation publishes the curriculum and provides simulator sessions.

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 3 free full-length CKAD mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 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 3 free for everyone and 47 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 3 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?

No prerequisites. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CKAD practice: 3 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 3 free CKAD mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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