Oracle Database Certification

Oracle Database certifications prove you can query, administer, tune and secure Oracle databases. Oracle currently offers 12 Database exams, from Database Foundations for beginners to Associate and Professional exams for SQL developers and DBAs, on both Oracle AI Database (26ai) and Oracle Database 19c. The table lists each exam's official question count, time limit and passing score.

Oracle Database Certification Practice Exams
Exam Level Questions Time Passing score
1Z0-006: Oracle Database Foundations Foundations 60 120 min 60%
1Z0-071: Oracle Database SQL Associate 63 120 min 63%
1Z0-171: Oracle AI Database SQL Associate Associate 60 120 min 65%
1Z0-182: Oracle AI Database Administration Associate Associate 60 120 min 65%
1Z0-076: Oracle Database 19c: Data Guard Administration Professional 74 120 min 61%
1Z0-078: Oracle Database 19c: RAC, ASM, and Grid Infrastructure Administration Professional 77 120 min 65%
1Z0-082: Oracle Database Administration I Professional 72 120 min 60%
1Z0-083: Oracle Database Administration II Professional 68 120 min 57%
1Z0-084: Oracle Database 19c - Performance Management and Tuning Professional 55 90 min 60%
1Z0-116: Oracle Database Security Administration Professional 72 120 min 59%
1Z0-149: Oracle Database Program with PL/SQL Professional 65 90 min 66%
1Z0-183: Oracle AI Database Administration Professional Professional 65 120 min 60%

Questions, time and passing score: Oracle University exam pages, checked October 2026. Each exam page has free sample questions; the premium practice exam gives 2 months of unlimited Full and Mini attempts.

Which exam should you take?

  • New to databases: Start with 1Z0-006 Oracle Database Foundations, the only Foundations-level exam in this list.
  • SQL developers and analysts: Take 1Z0-071 Oracle Database SQL, or the newer 1Z0-171 Oracle AI Database SQL Associate if you work on 26ai.
  • DBAs on Oracle AI Database (26ai): Begin with 1Z0-182 Administration Associate, then move on to 1Z0-183 Administration Professional.
  • DBAs on Oracle Database 19c: Take 1Z0-082 Administration I and 1Z0-083 Administration II, then specialise: 1Z0-076 Data Guard, 1Z0-078 RAC, ASM and Grid Infrastructure, 1Z0-084 Performance Management and Tuning, or 1Z0-116 Security Administration.
  • PL/SQL developers: Take 1Z0-149 Oracle Database Program with PL/SQL.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on Oracle Database certification exams?

Between 55 and 77. Most exams last 120 minutes; 1Z0-084 and 1Z0-149 last 90 minutes. Passing scores range from 57% (1Z0-083) to 66% (1Z0-149).

Should I take the 19c or the AI Database (26ai) exams?

Both tracks are live. Choose the release your employer runs: the 26ai exams (1Z0-171, 1Z0-182, 1Z0-183) cover Oracle's newest database, the 19c exams cover the long-term release most companies still run.

Which Oracle Database exam is the easiest to start with?

1Z0-006 Oracle Database Foundations is the entry-level exam: 60 questions in 120 minutes with a 60% passing score.

See every Oracle certification practice exam on the Oracle certification page.

No votes yet

Oracle Database Testimonials... (Write a Testimonial!)

  • My Confidence Went Up

    Exams can be intimidating, but the mock tests were exactly what I needed to feel prepared. They boosted my confidence and helped me clear the 1Z0-078 exam.

    wilsonpayne
    Sep 11 2024 - 04:16
  • Gained Certification and Recognition

    Achieving Oracle Administration expertise feels amazing. My boss asked about the Oracle Database Administration I certification, and when I confirmed I had it, he was impressed and rewarded me with new responsibilities and a pay increase.

    Kobevaldez
    Sep 8 2024 - 20:13
  • Demo Test Sets the Stage

    The practice tests were key to clearing my Oracle certification. With over 680 scenario-based questions, I practiced diligently and passed the 1Z0-071 with 90%. The multiple-choice format and timed environment made it feel like the real exam.

    Sidneyholland1994
    Sep 4 2024 - 01:34
  • 1Z0-149 Mock Tests Prepared Me Well

    The 1Z0-149 practice tests were as tough as the ones my mom used to make. With the challenging environment, strict time limits, and detailed scoring, they helped me prepare for the exam, and I finally cleared it!

    roy83
    Sep 2 2024 - 18:35
  • Reliable and Challenging Exam Prep

    I wish I had known about these mock tests for my first attempt; they would have made a difference. On my second try, I scored well in the actual exam. The site’s random question order and shuffled answers made it challenging, and the ability to review results and track progress is far better than using PDFs. It’s a dependable resource for the 1Z0-076 exam.

    KatherynLocke
    Aug 30 2024 - 11:06