PMP–CAPM Eligibility Calculator

Free PMP–CAPM eligibility checker to determine if you’re ready for the PMI exams based on your education, PM experience, and training hours.

How this PMP–CAPM eligibility checker works

Enter your highest education, recent project management experience (in months), and any PM education/training you’ve completed. We’ll estimate whether you’re currently eligible for the PMP or CAPM exam—or what you still need.

Check your eligibility

What counts as experience?
Any time in the last 8 years leading, managing, or supporting project tasks counts.

Do you already have a CAPM Certification?

PMP & CAPM eligibility FAQs

Do CAPM holders meet PMP’s 35-hour education requirement?

Yes. Holding the CAPM satisfies the 35 hours of project management education required for PMP eligibility.

How recent should my project experience be?

Experience is typically counted within the last 8 years.

How many hours of training do I need?

CAPM requires at least 23 hours. PMP requires 35 hours (or a current CAPM).