Question 1

How many Plat-Admn-201 practice questions are there?

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

Question 2

Are there free Plat-Admn-201 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 Plat-Admn-201 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does Plat-Admn-201 cover?

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Configuration and Setup (15%), Object Manager and Lightning App Builder (15%), Sales and Marketing Applications (10%), Service and Support Applications (10%), Productivity and Collaboration (10%), Data and Analytics Management (17%), Automation (15%), Agentforce AI (8%).

Question 5

What is the Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam (Plat-Admn-201)?

Accepted Answer

The Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam (Plat-Admn-201), also commonly referred to as ADM-201, is the baseline credential for Salesforce professionals. It validates your ability to configure, maintain, and customize the Salesforce platform, covering areas such as user management, security, automation, data management, reports and dashboards, and the new Agentforce AI capabilities. The exam consists of 60 scored multiple-choice/multiple-select questions plus up to 5 non-scored…

Question 6

How much does the Salesforce Platform Administrator certification exam cost?

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The Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam registration fee is $200 USD (plus applicable taxes). If you need to retake the exam, the retake fee is $100 USD. The exam can be taken at Kryterion Webassessor testing centers, Pearson VUE testing centers, or through online proctoring from the comfort of your home.

Question 7

What are the prerequisites for the Salesforce Administrator certification?

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There are no formal prerequisites required to take the Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam. However, Salesforce recommends having at least 6 months of hands-on experience as a Salesforce Administrator. Completing the Administration Essentials for New Admins course (ADX201) or the Preparing for Your Salesforce Administrator Certification course (CRT-101) is highly recommended to maximize your chances of passing.

Question 8

What topics are covered on the Salesforce Admin exam in 2026?

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As of the December 2025 update, the Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam covers 8 domains: Configuration and Setup (15%), Object Manager and Lightning App Builder (15%), Automation (15%), Data and Analytics Management (17%), Sales and Marketing Applications (10%), Service and Support Applications (10%), Productivity and Collaboration (10%), and the newly added Agentforce AI (8%). The biggest change was the introduction of Agentforce AI as a dedicated domain and an increase in Data…

Question 9

What changed in the Salesforce Admin exam update for 2026?

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Effective December 15, 2025, Salesforce updated the Platform Administrator exam with several significant changes: a new Agentforce AI domain (8%) was added covering AI use cases, Agent Builder, and prompt management. The passing score increased from 65% to 68%. Configuration and Setup dropped from 20% to 15%, Object Manager and Lightning App Builder dropped from 20% to 15%, and Data and Analytics Management increased from 14% to 17%. Up to 5 non-scored questions are now included for…

Question 10

How do I maintain my Salesforce Administrator certification?

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To maintain your Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator credential, you must complete Trailhead maintenance modules released with each Salesforce release cycle (Spring, Summer, and Winter -- three times per year). These modules cover new features and updates to the platform. If you fail to complete the maintenance requirements by the due date, your credential may expire or become suspended. You can track your maintenance status and due dates through the Trailhead certification portal.

Question 11

Is the Salesforce Admin certification worth it in 2026?

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Yes, the Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator certification remains one of the most valuable entry-level IT certifications in 2026. It serves as the foundation for the entire Salesforce certification ecosystem and is a prerequisite for many advanced certifications. With over 150,000 Salesforce customers worldwide, demand for certified administrators continues to grow. The addition of Agentforce AI to the exam also demonstrates that certified administrators now have AI skills, making the…

Question 12

What is the passing score for the Salesforce Admin exam?

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The passing score for the Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam is 68%. The exam consists of 60 scored multiple-choice and multiple-select questions, plus up to 5 non-scored questions that are used by Salesforce for performance data gathering. You have 105 minutes to complete the exam. There is no negative marking, so you should attempt every question.

Question 13

What is Agentforce AI on the Salesforce Admin exam?

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Agentforce AI is a new domain added to the Salesforce Administrator exam effective December 15, 2025, carrying an 8% weight. It covers Salesforce's advanced AI platform built on Einstein AI that helps businesses deploy digital labor. On the exam, you need to understand Agentforce capabilities and use cases, when it is appropriate to use AI, security and permission troubleshooting for AI agents, and how to maintain, update, and install prompts and instructions in Agent Builder including testing…

Question 14

How long should I study for the Salesforce Admin exam?

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Most candidates spend 4-8 weeks preparing for the Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator exam, depending on their prior experience with the Salesforce platform. Salesforce recommends having at least 6 months of hands-on administration experience. The official Trailhead preparation trailmix takes approximately 60 hours to complete. A recommended study approach is to work through the official Trailhead modules, complete the Administrator Certification Prep trail, take practice exams, and…

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01Exam format105 min · 60 scored + up to 5 non-scored4

02Registration$2002

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04In our question bankv1 (160)

What Plat-Admn-201 covers

01Configuration and Setup15%6 topics

1.1Company SettingsDescribe the information found in the company settings (for example: company settings fiscal year, business hours, currency management, default settings)3 obj.

1.2Declarative UI ConfigurationDistinguish and understand the administration of declarative configuration of the User Interface (UI) (for example: UI/UX settings, app menu, list views, global actions, Lightning App Builder)4 obj.

1.4Organization Security ControlsExplain the various organization Security Controls (for example: Identity verification, Setup Audit Trail, Login Hours, Session Settings, agent access)2 obj.

1.6Profiles and Permission SetsGiven a scenario, determine the appropriate use of a custom profile or permission set (using the various profile settings, permission set group, and muting)2 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesConfigure company settings · Confusing profiles with permission sets

02Object Manager and Lightning App Builder15%3 topics

03Sales and Marketing Applications10%3 topics

04Service and Support Applications10%2 topics

05Productivity and Collaboration10%4 topics

06Data and Analytics Management17%5 topics

07Automation15%3 topics

08Agentforce AI8%2 topics