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Microsoft AI Certification Exams: Compare All 5 Practice Exams

Choose the right Microsoft AI certification with confidence. We have built realistic practice tests for every exam in the suite, from Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-901) to the Expert-level Agentic AI Solutions Architect (AB-100). Compare specs, find the exam that matches your role, and start practising in under a minute.

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Which Microsoft AI exam should I take?

The right Microsoft AI certification depends on your role and your goal. Pick the audience that fits you best, then read the matching exam guide. If you sit between two roles, our comparison table below shows the full spec side by side.

End users of M365 Copilot

Use Copilot daily and want a credential that proves practical fluency.

AB-730 · AI Business Professional

Business leaders driving adoption

Lead AI strategy, change, and adoption inside your organisation.

AB-731 · AI Transformation Leader

IT admins and Microsoft 365 administrators

Secure, govern, and configure Copilot and agents at the tenant level.

AB-900 · Copilot and Agent Administration Fundamentals

Builders new to Azure AI

Validate the fundamentals of AI on Azure with Microsoft Foundry.

AI-901 · Azure AI Fundamentals (Refreshed)

Solutions architects and senior engineers

Design enterprise-scale agentic AI systems on the Microsoft stack.

AB-100 · Agentic AI Business Solutions Architect

Compare all 5 Microsoft AI certification exams

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ExamTitleLevelDurationSectionsPrerequisiteBest forAction
AI-901
Azure AI Fundamentals (Refreshed)Beginner45 minutes2NoneBuilders new to Azure AIView exam
AB-900
Copilot and Agent Administration FundamentalsBeginner45 minutes3NoneIT and Microsoft 365 administratorsView exam
AB-730
AI Business ProfessionalBeginner45 minutes3NoneEnd users of M365 CopilotView exam
AB-731
AI Transformation LeaderBeginner45 minutes3NoneBusiness leaders driving adoptionView exam
AB-100
Agentic AI Business Solutions ArchitectExpert100 minutes3Active Associate-level Microsoft certificationSolutions architects and senior engineersView exam

Detailed exam guides

Read a quick summary of each Microsoft AI exam, then dive into the full study guide when you are ready.

AI-901
Beginner45 minutes

Azure AI Fundamentals (Refreshed)

The AI-900 replacement. Validate your understanding of AI concepts and responsibilities, and your ability to implement AI solutions using Microsoft Foundry, including generative AI apps, agents, text, speech, vision, and Azure Content Understanding.

What you'll learn

  • Identify AI concepts and responsibilities
  • Implement AI solutions by using Microsoft Foundry
  • Prepare for the official Microsoft AI-901 exam format and pass mark
AB-900
Beginner45 minutes

Copilot and Agent Administration Fundamentals

Demonstrate your ability to support, secure, and protect an AI-enabled Microsoft 365 environment as an administrator.

What you'll learn

  • Core Features & Objects of Microsoft 365 Services
  • Data Protection & Governance for Microsoft 365 and Copilot
  • Basic Administrative Tasks for Copilot and Agents
AB-730
Beginner45 minutes

AI Business Professional

Demonstrate your understanding of generative AI concepts and how Microsoft AI services can transform business operations.

What you'll learn

  • Generative AI Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Copilot Solutions
  • AI Business Applications
AB-731
Beginner45 minutes

AI Transformation Leader

Validate your ability to lead AI-driven digital transformation initiatives using Microsoft AI tools and services.

What you'll learn

  • Business Value of Generative AI
  • Microsoft AI Apps & Services
  • Implementation & Adoption
AB-100
Expert100 minutes

Agentic AI Business Solutions Architect

Validate your ability to plan, design, and deploy enterprise-scale agentic AI solutions using Microsoft technologies.

Prerequisite: requires an active Associate-level Microsoft certification.

What you'll learn

  • Plan AI-Powered Business Solutions
  • Design AI-Powered Business Solutions
  • Deploy AI-Powered Business Solutions

The Microsoft AI certification path

Microsoft groups its AI exams into two skill levels for the 2026 cycle. Four Beginner-tier exams sit at the foundation. AI-901 (Azure AI Fundamentals Refreshed) covers the platform and Microsoft Foundry. AB-900 covers Copilot administration. AB-730 and AB-731 cover business adoption from the user and leader perspectives. Each Beginner exam stands on its own, with no formal prerequisite, and each takes 45 minutes.

At the Expert tier sits AB-100 (Agentic AI Business Solutions Architect). AB-100 is gated: candidates must hold at least one active Associate-level Microsoft certification, such as AB-730, AB-731, AI-102, or a qualifying Dynamics 365 or Power Platform Associate credential. AB-100 runs for 100 minutes and tests planning, design, and deployment of enterprise-scale agentic AI systems.

A common path is AI-901 first to ground yourself in Azure AI, then AB-730 or AB-731 depending on whether you build with Copilot or lead its rollout, then AB-100 once you hold the Associate prerequisite. AB-900 sits to one side as the administrator track and pairs naturally with AB-730 or AB-731 for cross-functional teams.

Expert
AB-100

Plan, design, and deploy enterprise-scale agentic AI solutions

Prerequisite: active Associate-level Microsoft certification

Beginner
AI-901

Azure AI fundamentals on Microsoft Foundry

AB-900

Copilot and agent administration

AB-730

M365 Copilot for end users

AB-731

AI adoption and transformation leadership

Frequently asked questions about Microsoft AI exams

Direct answers to the questions we hear most often from candidates choosing between the five Microsoft AI certifications.

Which Microsoft AI certification should I take first?
For most people, AI-901 (Azure AI Fundamentals Refreshed) is the best starting point because it grounds you in the wider Microsoft AI platform. If you only ever use Microsoft 365 Copilot in daily work, start with AB-730. If you lead AI adoption inside your organisation, start with AB-731. IT administrators should start with AB-900. Save AB-100 for after you hold an Associate-level Microsoft certification.
How much do the Microsoft AI practice exams cost on Examinotion?
Each Microsoft AI practice exam costs £12.99 for full access, including 200+ questions, five full-length mock exams, detailed explanations, and a free study guide. We do not run a subscription; you buy each exam once and keep access until you pass. Five free practice questions on every exam, no card required.
Which Microsoft AI exam is best for beginners?
All four Beginner-level exams (AI-901, AB-900, AB-730, and AB-731) are suitable for newcomers and have no formal prerequisite. AI-901 suits you if you want a broad Azure AI foundation. AB-730 suits you if you already use Microsoft 365 Copilot and want practical validation. AB-900 suits IT-leaning roles. AB-731 suits managers and team leaders.
How long does each Microsoft AI exam take?
AI-901, AB-900, AB-730, and AB-731 each run for 45 minutes. AB-100 runs for 100 minutes due to its Expert-level scope. Every Examinotion practice test mirrors the real exam timing so you can rehearse pacing under pressure.
Are these official Microsoft exams?
No. Examinotion provides high-quality practice exams that mirror the format, style, and difficulty of the official Microsoft certification exams. To earn a Microsoft credential, you book and sit the official exam through Microsoft Learn or Pearson VUE. Our practice tests are designed to prepare you for that experience.
Can I try a free practice question before paying?
Yes. Every Microsoft AI exam on Examinotion includes five free practice questions with full explanations. No card details required. Register a free account and start practising in under a minute.
What is the difference between AI-901 and AB-900?
They sound similar but they are completely different exams. AI-901 (Azure AI Fundamentals Refreshed) is the developer-leaning fundamentals exam covering Microsoft Foundry, machine learning, and generative AI on Azure. AB-900 (Copilot and Agent Administration Fundamentals) is the administrator exam covering tenant-level configuration, governance, and security for Microsoft 365 Copilot. Different audiences, different content, both 45 minutes.
Do I need work experience to take these exams?
No formal experience is required for AI-901, AB-730, AB-731, or AB-900. Microsoft recommends some hands-on familiarity with Microsoft 365 Copilot for AB-730 and AB-731, and basic Python familiarity helps for AI-901. AB-100 is the only exam with a formal gate: an active Associate-level Microsoft certification.
How long should I study for a Microsoft AI exam?
Most candidates spend two to four weeks on the Beginner-level exams (AI-901, AB-730, AB-731, AB-900) and four to six weeks on AB-100. With Examinotion you get 200+ practice questions and five timed mock exams per certification, which most candidates find sufficient when paired with the official Microsoft Learn paths.
What if I do not pass the real exam after using Examinotion?
Our practice questions closely mirror the real exam format and difficulty. If you do not pass after working through our Pro question bank, contact support. We will review your preparation, identify weak areas, and may offer extended access or additional study resources to help you succeed on your next attempt. We also offer a 7-day money-back guarantee on every exam.

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