Question 1

How many NSE8_813 practice questions are there?

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

Question 2

Are there free NSE8_813 sample questions?

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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?

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Every NSE8_813 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does NSE8_813 cover?

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Security Architecture (15%), Infrastructure (15%), Networking (20%), Secure SD-WAN (12%), Security Solutions (18%), Security Operations (10%), Automation (10%).

Question 5

What is the Fortinet NSE8_813 exam?

Accepted Answer

The NSE8_813 is the Fortinet NSE 8 Recertification Written Exam, released on January 16, 2026 as the replacement for the discontinued NSE8_812 written exam. It is a 120-minute, multiple-choice and multiple-select exam delivered at Pearson VUE test centers worldwide. This exam is exclusively available to candidates who already hold an active FCX / NSE 8 certification and need to recertify before their certification expires.

Question 6

Who is eligible to take the NSE8_813 recertification exam?

Accepted Answer

Only candidates who currently hold an active (non-expired) Fortinet FCX / NSE 8 certification are eligible. The exam must be taken no earlier than 6 months before the certification expiration date. Candidates whose NSE 8 has already expired are not eligible for this recertification path and must instead complete the full 4th-generation practical exams (Core + Specialization modules).

Question 7

How many questions are on the NSE8_813 exam and what is the passing score?

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The NSE8_813 exam contains 55 to 60 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. The exam is scored on a Pass/Fail basis. Each question must be answered 100% correctly to receive credit -- there is no partial credit, and no points are deducted for incorrect answers. The exact passing threshold is not publicly disclosed by Fortinet.

Question 8

What is the difference between NSE8_812 and NSE8_813?

Accepted Answer

The NSE8_813 replaces the NSE8_812 written exam, which had its last delivery date on December 31, 2025. The NSE8_813 is similar in depth, scope, products, and versions to the NSE8_812. However, the critical difference is that the NSE8_813 is designated solely as a recertification exam, whereas the NSE8_812 was also used as a prerequisite for initial NSE 8 certification. Under the new 4th-generation structure, new candidates no longer need to pass a written exam.

Question 9

How long does the NSE 8 certification last after passing NSE8_813?

Accepted Answer

When you pass the NSE8_813 recertification exam, your NSE 8 / FCX certification is extended by 3 years from the original expiration date (not from the date you passed the exam). Additionally, all other active Fortinet certifications you hold will have their expiration dates extended to match your new FCX expiration date.

Question 10

What topics does the NSE8_813 exam cover?

Accepted Answer

The NSE8_813 covers the same comprehensive blueprint as the NSE 8 written exam, including Security Architecture, Infrastructure (hardware acceleration, FortiGate operations), Networking (advanced routing, VPN, SD-WAN, NAT), Security Solutions (application security, network security, authentication), Security Operations (SOC solutions, endpoint, management), and Automation (scripting, API, fabric connectors). Questions involve design scenarios with exhibits, configuration extracts, and…

Question 11

How many times can I attempt the NSE8_813 recertification exam?

Accepted Answer

For recertification, candidates have a maximum of 3 attempts on the NSE8_813 written exam, with a mandatory 15-day waiting period between each attempt. If the candidate fails all 3 attempts, they must continue attempting the written exam and then also schedule and pass the most updated version of the practical exam to recertify.

Question 12

What happens if my NSE 8 certification expires before I pass NSE8_813?

Accepted Answer

If your NSE 8 / FCX certification has expired, you are no longer eligible for the written-exam-only recertification path. You must instead complete the full certification process, which under the 4th-generation structure means passing both the NSE 8 Core practical module and one NSE 8 Specialization practical module.

Question 13

Can I use study materials or references during the NSE8_813 exam?

Accepted Answer

No. Reference materials are not permitted in the exam room. The NSE8_813 is a closed-book exam delivered at Pearson VUE test centers. No external documentation, electronic devices, or study aids are allowed during the examination.

Question 14

What Fortinet products and firmware versions are covered on the NSE8_813?

Accepted Answer

The NSE8_813 covers the same product and firmware scope as the NSE8_812. Key products include FortiGate (including 3000/5000/7000 series), FortiAnalyzer, FortiAuthenticator, FortiManager, FortiSandbox, FortiADC, FortiWeb, FortiMail, FortiDDoS, FortiAP, FortiSwitch, FortiSIEM, FortiClient, FortiNAC, and FortiExtender. Firmware versions are based on the most current releases, with the candidate expected to have knowledge spanning up to two major releases from when the exam became available.

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01Exam format120 min · 55-604

02Registration$400 · Pearson VUE4

03Validity2

04In our question bankv1 (135)

What NSE8_813 covers

01Security Architecture15%3 topics

1.1FortiGate Network Security ProductsDemonstrate knowledge of FortiGate Network Security products5 obj.

1.2Fortinet Security Fabric Solution DeploymentsDemonstrate knowledge of Fortinet Security Fabric Solution deployments6 obj.

1.3Fortinet High-Availability SolutionsDemonstrate knowledge of Fortinet high-availability solutions6 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesSelecting appropriate FortiGate hardware models · Confusing FGCP and FGSP use cases

02Infrastructure15%4 topics

03Networking20%4 topics

04Secure SD-WAN12%3 topics

05Security Solutions18%3 topics

06Security Operations10%2 topics

07Automation10%3 topics