SC-400 (Microsoft Information Protection Administrator) — Free Online Mock Test
Purview · sensitivity labels, DLP, insider risk, eDiscovery, records management. · Official language: English.
SC-400 exam at a glance
SC-400 full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length SC-400 mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 60-question, 120-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
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| Conducting body | Microsoft (delivered via Pearson VUE) |
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| Official website | learn.microsoft.com ↗ |
| Mode | Exam SC-400 (Microsoft Information Protection Administrator) and its certification were retired on 31 May 2025. The current path is exam SC-401, which earns the Microsoft Certified: Information Security Administrator Associate certification, covering information protection, data loss prevention, retention and insider risk with Microsoft Purview across Microsoft 365. |
| Frequency | The successor exam, SC-401, is offered year-round by appointment at Pearson VUE. |
| Scoring & marking | The successor exam SC-401 runs about 100 minutes and is scored on Microsoft’s scale of 1000, with 700 required to pass. Microsoft does not publish an exact question count (typically about 40–60 questions). |
| Score validity | The Information Security Administrator Associate certification is valid for 1 year and is renewed free of charge by passing an online assessment on Microsoft Learn. |
| Language | English, plus additional localised languages. |
Who is eligible for SC-400?
No formal prerequisite for SC-401; familiarity with Microsoft 365 services, PowerShell, Microsoft Entra and the Microsoft Defender portal is recommended.
Last verified July 2026 against Microsoft — Information Security Administrator (SC-401, successor to SC-400). Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
SC-400 section breakdown
The SC-400 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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SC-400 (60 Q)
SC-400 scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: SC-400 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: SC-400 (pass 700/1000).
How SC-400 is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
SC-400 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:
- SC-400 (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.
SC-400 topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of SC-400, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
SC-400 (60 Q)
- Storage — Replication · 3
- Databases — Cosmos · 3
- Databases — Azure SQL · 2
- Messaging — Service Bus · 2
- Security — Key Vault · 2
- DevOps — IaC · 2
- Identity — RBAC · 1
- Identity — Managed Identity · 1
SC-400 difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Purview · sensitivity labels, DLP, insider risk, eDiscovery, records management. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's SC-400 bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for SC-400
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what SC-400 really tests
Exam SC-400 (Microsoft Information Protection Administrator) and its certification were retired by Microsoft on 31 May 2025. The current path is exam SC-401, which earns the Information Security Administrator Associate certification — information protection, data loss prevention, retention and insider risk using Microsoft Purview across Microsoft 365. SC-401 runs about 100 minutes, is scored on the 1000-point scale with 700 to pass, and the certification is valid for 1 year with free online renewal.
Preparation tips
- SC-400 is retired — prepare for the successor, SC-401.
- Focus on Microsoft Purview information protection and DLP.
- Note SC-401 drops the compliance scope of SC-400.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Studying SC-400 material — the exam is retired.
- Expecting the old compliance content — SC-401 is security-focused.
SC-400 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.
- SC-400 retired May 2025
- Successor is SC-401
- Microsoft Purview focus
- Information protection
- Data loss prevention
- Retention and insider risk
- Purview across Microsoft 365
- Security alerts
- Aim for 700/1000
Where SC-400 can take you
A strong SC-400 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Information security administrator
- Data protection roles
Best books & official prep for SC-400
- SC-401 study guide — Microsoft Learn
- Microsoft Purview practice — Various
Official practice: SC-400 is retired — prepare for its successor, SC-401, using the Microsoft Learn study guide on information security with Microsoft Purview; the pass mark is 700 of 1000.
Previous-year papers: Microsoft publishes the SC-401 study guide and practice assessment.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the SC-400 exam pattern?
- Microsoft Information Protection Administrator contains 60 questions across 1 section: SC-400 (60 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 120 seconds per question).
- Does SC-400 have negative marking?
- No — SC-400 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is SC-400 scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. SC-400 (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise SC-400 online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length SC-400 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 SC-400?
- SC-400 is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Purview · sensitivity labels, DLP, insider risk, eDiscovery, records management. · Official language: English.
- How long is the SC-400 exam?
- SC-400 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 SC-400?
- SC-400 is split into: SC-400 (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Purview · sensitivity labels, DLP, insider risk, eDiscovery, records management. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during SC-400?
- 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 SC-400 test adaptive?
- No — SC-400 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many SC-400 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct SC-400 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free SC-400 test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge SC-400 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 SC-400 previous year question–style papers included?
- Every SC-400 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 SC-400 mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's SC-400 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 SC-400 mock test on mobile?
- Yes. SC-400 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 SC-400 syllabus?
- The SC-400 syllabus maps to its 1 section: SC-400 (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 SC-400?
- No formal prerequisite for SC-401; familiarity with Microsoft 365 services, PowerShell, Microsoft Entra and the Microsoft Defender portal is recommended. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic SC-400 practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the SC-400 exam and how should I prepare?
- Official SC-400 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 SC-400 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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