AZ-140 Practice Test

The passing score for AZ-140 is 700 out of 1000. Microsoft uses scaled scoring, so the passing threshold represents approximately 70% competency across all exam domains. Candidates typically need strong hands-on AVD experience to score consistently above 700.

The AZ-140 exam contains 40–60 questions. The exact count varies per attempt and may include multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and case study items. Questions are heavily scenario-based, requiring you to apply AVD design and troubleshooting knowledge to real-world situations.

The AZ-140 exam duration is 120 minutes (2 hours). This includes time for reading instructions and case studies. With 40–60 questions in 120 minutes you have roughly 2–3 minutes per question. Efficient time management on case study questions is critical.

The AZ-140 exam costs $165 USD. Microsoft offers discounts for eligible students and through some partner programs. If you fail, a retake also costs $165 unless you have a Microsoft Exam Replay voucher. Thorough practice beforehand is the most cost-effective approach.

Yes, AZ-140 is considered one of the harder Associate-level Azure exams. It tests practical skills across AVD infrastructure, FSLogix, identity integration, networking, and monitoring — not just conceptual knowledge. Questions are scenario-based and require you to choose between technically similar options. Candidates who lack hands-on AVD lab experience consistently underestimate the difficulty.

Most candidates with Azure administrator experience (AZ-104 level) need 8–12 weeks of focused preparation. Without prior AVD experience, plan for 12–16 weeks. We recommend 4–6 weeks of study on Microsoft Learn covering AVD infrastructure, FSLogix, and identity concepts, followed by 4–6 weeks of intensive scenario practice. Focus heavily on FSLogix Cloud Cache, RDP Shortpath, and MSIX App Attach — the most commonly tested advanced topics.

AZ-140 covers four domains: Plan and implement an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure (40–45%) — covering networking, storage, host pool architecture, session host sizing, image management, and Azure Compute Gallery; Plan and implement identity and security (15–20%) — covering AD DS vs Entra ID join, Conditional Access, RBAC, MFA, NSGs, and Azure Firewall; Plan and implement user environments and apps (20–25%) — covering FSLogix profiles, ODFC containers, Cloud Cache, MSIX App Attach, RemoteApp, Microsoft 365 apps, and OneDrive; and Monitor and maintain an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure (10–15%) — covering Azure Monitor, autoscaling, session management, backup, and disaster recovery.

Yes, the AZ-140 certification expires after one year. Microsoft requires annual renewal via a free online assessment on Microsoft Learn. The renewal assessment covers only updated content and can be retaken until you pass. You will receive email reminders before expiration.