Question 1

Can I take the PMP exam without project management experience?

Accepted Answer

No, PMI requires either (a) a 4-year degree + 36 months of project management experience + 35 contact hours of PM education, or (b) a high-school diploma + 60 months of experience + 35 contact hours. There is no waiver. If you lack experience, take the CAPM first, it has no experience prerequisite and is a stepping stone to PMP.

Question 2

How much does PMP certification cost in India in 2026?

Accepted Answer

PMP exam fee for PMI members is $405 USD (~₹34,000) and $555 USD (~₹46,500) for non-members in 2026. Add ~₹15,000 for PMI annual membership (which lowers the exam fee), ₹15,000–₹40,000 for an Indian REP-accredited training course (35 contact hours), and ₹3,000–₹8,000 for practice exam access. Total: roughly ₹65,000–₹1,10,000.

Question 3

PMP vs PRINCE2, which is easier?

Accepted Answer

PRINCE2 Foundation is significantly easier than PMP, it's a multiple-choice knowledge test on the PRINCE2 method with no experience requirement. PMP is harder because it tests application and judgement, requires documented experience, and runs 180 questions over nearly 4 hours. PRINCE2 Practitioner is closer to PMP in difficulty.

Question 4

Is PMP certification overrated in 2026?

Accepted Answer

PMP is sometimes called overrated because it doesn't teach hands-on PM skills, it validates them. In agile-heavy tech orgs, Scrum Master / SAFe credentials may matter more day-to-day. But PMP still moves the salary needle 15–25% in construction, energy, government, consulting, and healthcare, and it's globally recognized in a way no other PM credential matches.

Question 5

PMP exam application audit, what is it?

Accepted Answer

PMI randomly audits ~10% of PMP applications. If audited, you must submit signed verification from your project sponsors/managers confirming your hours and a copy of your education certificate within 90 days. Audited applicants typically pass if their experience is real and documented. Be prepared with verifiable contacts before applying.

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