CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)/Retake rules
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Retake Rules & Failure Policies (2026)
Retest rules from CompTIA.
- None between the first and second attempts; at least 14 calendar days before the third and any later attempt
- Mandatory Waiting Period
- No overall limit stated
- Attempt Limits
- You pay the full exam price every attempt; there are no free retakes or discounts
- Retest Fee
Retake Policy — CompTIA
- Waiting period: None between the first and second attempts; at least 14 calendar days before the third and any later attempt
- Attempt limits: No overall limit stated
- Retest cost: You pay the full exam price every attempt; there are no free retakes or discounts
Comparing CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) is one of 2 exam groups in Professional Certifications whose owner publishes a waiting period.
- Attempt limits are published by 2 exam groups in Professional Certifications, CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) included.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Retakes
None between the first and second attempts; at least 14 calendar days before the third and any later attempt
No overall limit stated
You pay the full exam price every attempt; there are no free retakes or discounts