Question 1

How many JN0-481 practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

150 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free JN0-481 sample questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

Accepted Answer

Every JN0-481 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does JN0-481 cover?

Accepted Answer

Data Center Architectures (IP Fabrics, EVPN-VXLAN) (15%), Juniper Apstra Architecture (14%), Apstra Design Phase (14%), Apstra Build and Deploy Phases (14%), Blueprint Operations (15%), Data Center Multitenancy (14%), Intent-Based Analytics (14%).

Question 5

What is the JN0-481 exam?

Accepted Answer

JN0-481 is the current exam for Juniper's Data Center, Specialist (JNCIS-DC) certification. It is a specialist-level, 90-minute, 65-question multiple-choice exam delivered by Pearson VUE that validates your ability to design, configure, and troubleshoot modern data center fabrics using Juniper Apstra 5.1 and Junos v24.4.

Question 6

Did JN0-481 replace JN0-480?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Juniper announced on April 24, 2025 that JN0-481 replaces JN0-480 for the JNCIS-DC certification. JN0-480 reached end of life (EOL) on June 15, 2025, and JN0-481 became the active exam on June 16, 2025.

Question 7

What topics does JN0-481 cover?

Accepted Answer

The exam covers seven objective areas: Data Center Architectures (IP fabrics, EVPN-VXLAN), Juniper Apstra Architecture, the Apstra Design Phase, the Apstra Build and Deploy Phases, Blueprint Operations, Data Center Multitenancy, and Intent-Based Analytics. It is heavily focused on the Juniper Apstra intent-based networking workflow.

Question 8

What are the prerequisites for JN0-481?

Accepted Answer

Juniper recommends holding the JNCIA-DC (Data Center, Associate) certification before attempting JNCIS-DC. There is no strictly enforced prerequisite, but intermediate knowledge of Juniper Apstra and data center technologies is expected.

Question 9

How much does the JN0-481 exam cost and how long is it valid?

Accepted Answer

The JNCIS-DC (JN0-481) specialist exam costs 300 USD through Pearson VUE. The certification is valid for three years, after which you must recertify by passing the current exam (or a higher-level Data Center track exam) or through approved course attendance.

Question 10

What is the retake policy if I fail JN0-481?

Accepted Answer

You can retake the exam at any time after your first failure. After a second (or subsequent) failure, you must wait 14 calendar days before retaking, beginning the day after your failed attempt.

Question 11

What software versions does JN0-481 test?

Accepted Answer

JN0-481 is aligned to Juniper Apstra 5.1 and Junos v24.4. Much of the exam focuses on the Apstra intent-based data center automation workflow (design, build/deploy, blueprint operations, multitenancy, and intent-based analytics).

Question 12

How much does the JN0-481 exam cost?

Accepted Answer

The JN0-481 exam fee is $300 (USD; local pricing varies by region and provider).

Question 13

How long is the JN0-481 certification valid?

Accepted Answer

3 years. Recertification: Pass the current JNCIS-DC exam (or higher on the Data Center track) within three years; Recertification through approved course attendance.

JN0-481Data Center, Specialist (JNCIS-DC) practice test

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JN0-481Data Center, Specialist (JNCIS-DC) practice test

Full access

Practice JN0-481 in the simulator.

JN0-481, by the numbers.

Everything about JN0-481.

Exam information

01Exam format90 min · 65 multiple-choice questions4

02Registration$300 · Pearson VUE, online proctoring3

03Validity3 years2

04In our question bankv1 (150)

What JN0-481 covers

01Data Center Architectures (IP Fabrics, EVPN-VXLAN)15%3 topics

1.1IP Fabric concepts, operation, and functionalityDescribe the concepts, operation, or functionalities of an IP fabric2 obj.

1.2Ethernet VPN (EVPN)Identify the concepts, operation, or functionalities of Ethernet VPN (EVPN)2 obj.

1.3VXLANIdentify the concepts, operation, or functionalities of VXLAN2 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesInterpret spine-leaf fabric designs · Confusing route distinguisher with route target

02Juniper Apstra Architecture14%1 topic

03Apstra Design Phase14%1 topic

04Apstra Build and Deploy Phases14%1 topic

05Blueprint Operations15%1 topic

06Data Center Multitenancy14%1 topic

07Intent-Based Analytics14%1 topic

How do I earn this certification?

01PrerequisitesJN0-105 / JNCIA-DC track1

02Current levelJN0-4811

03Next level optionsJN0-683, JNCIE-DC Lab2

04Alternative pathsJN0-351, JN0-3622

How to study for this exam?

01Official vendor materialJNCIS-DC Certification page (official exam objectives)7

What's changed on this exam?

01Coverage changesJuniper Apstra 5.1, Junos OS v24.42

Who should take this exam?

01Mandatory requirementsNone. Anyone can sit JN0-481.

02Recommended preparationJNCIA-DC (Data Center, Associate)1

Three ways to practise

Study mode

Timed mode

Flashcards

JN0-481 questions, answered

How many JN0-481 practice questions are there?

Are there free JN0-481 sample questions?

What does full access include?

What topics does JN0-481 cover?

What is the JN0-481 exam?

Did JN0-481 replace JN0-480?

What topics does JN0-481 cover?

What are the prerequisites for JN0-481?

How much does the JN0-481 exam cost and how long is it valid?

What is the retake policy if I fail JN0-481?

What software versions does JN0-481 test?

How much does the JN0-481 exam cost?

How long is the JN0-481 certification valid?