How hard is MD-102? +
MD-102 is scenario-heavy. Questions hinge on which Intune policy, enrollment method or update tool fits a very specific situation. Autopilot modes - user-driven, pre-provisioning, self-deploying and device preparation - blur together under pressure, as do Apple, Android and Knox enrollment options. Intune Suite add-ons like Endpoint Privilege Management, Remote Help and Cloud PKI are also in scope, even if your tenant never licensed them.
What changed in the latest MD-102 update? +
As of October 27, 2026, the outline includes a domain on optimizing endpoint operations with automation, monitoring and reporting, weighted at 10-15%. Microsoft Graph, KQL device queries and remediation scripts now earn real points. Older practice sets will not cover this. Download the current study guide from Microsoft Learn and check your materials against it.
What is the MD-102 exam format and passing score? +
Expect roughly 40-60 questions in about 100 minutes, proctored online or at a Pearson VUE center. Question types include multiple choice, drag-and-drop, hot-area items and case studies. You need 700 on a scaled 1 to 1000 scale. That is not 70% correct - Microsoft weights items differently and does not publish the formula.
How much does MD-102 cost and how do I keep it current? +
The exam costs $165 in the US, and pricing varies by country. Passing earns the Endpoint Administrator Associate certification, valid for one year. You renew for free by passing an online assessment on Microsoft Learn in the six months before it expires. MD-102 also counts as a prerequisite toward the Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert credential.
How long should I prepare for MD-102? +
If you manage Intune daily, 4-6 weeks is realistic. If your experience is mostly on-prem Configuration Manager or Group Policy, allow 8-10 weeks and build a test tenant. Practice Autopilot, compliance and Conditional Access, update rings versus Windows Autopatch and Hotpatch, and a few Graph or KQL queries for the new reporting domain.
What is the MD-102 retake policy? +
If you fail a Microsoft exam, you can retake it after 24 hours. After that, each further retake requires a 14-day wait, with a maximum of five attempts in any 12-month period. Use the skill-area breakdown on your score report to decide what to restudy rather than starting over.