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Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II (PD II)

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How Much Does the PD II Cost?

Exam fee for the Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II (PD II). Pricing varies by region and may change — always confirm before registering.

Exam fee
$200 USD plus applicable taxes for the proctored multiple-choice exam; retake fee $100 USD plus applicable taxes.

How much does the PD II certification cost?

The PD II exam costs $200 USD plus applicable taxes for the proctored multiple-choice exam; retake fee $100 USD plus applicable taxes.. Confirm current pricing with Salesforce before you register.

Exam & requirements

Verified details for the PD II. Always confirm current specifics on the official certification page.

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Exam cost
$200 USD plus applicable taxes for the proctored multiple-choice exam; retake fee $100 USD plus applicable taxes.
Prerequisites
Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I is required. Credential also requires completing required superbadges / practical components as defined by Salesforce.
Exam format
60 multiple-choice / multiple-select questions plus up to 5 unscored questions; 120 minutes; passing score 70%, plus required practical/superbadge components.
Renewal
Salesforce maintenance module requirements apply through Trailhead.
Associated role pay
Roles commonly associated with this certification may include Senior Salesforce Developer, Salesforce Technical Consultant, CRM Application Architect. BLS Software Developers median annual wage: $133,080 (May 2024).. Pay reflects the role, not the certification itself.

Jobs this certification supports

Roles the PD II commonly maps to: Senior Salesforce Developer · Salesforce Technical Consultant · CRM Application Architect

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