eJPT (Junior Penetration Tester)
eJPT targets the junior penetration tester role. It covers assessment methodology, host and network auditing, host and network penetration testing, and basic web application testing. INE Security designs it for people with little to no cybersecurity experience who understand networks and systems, and the March 2026 update added reconnaissance, web application and generative AI training content.
Exam Details
Hands-on practical exam in which candidates answer questions from work in a lab environment. Results are graded automatically and usually arrive within a few hours with a per-section breakdown.
The exam requires an INE subscription and an eJPT voucher, sold together in the eJPT + Prep bundle (3 months of novice training) or the INE Fundamentals annual plan. INE shows the price only at checkout. Vouchers expire 180 days after purchase and include one free retake within 14 days.
Requirements and Renewal
Prerequisites
None required. Anyone can attempt the exam, and INE recommends a basic understanding of networks and systems.
Renewal
Renew by submitting 36 CPE credits or earning a more advanced INE certification in the same path, each with a $99 renewal fee ($199 within the 90-day grace period after expiry), or by passing the latest version of the exam with no renewal fee. Each renewal adds three years.
Current Version
eJPT (March 2026 update), in effect since Mar 26, 2026.
Exam Domains
4 domains| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| Assessment Methodologies | 25% |
| Host and Networking Auditing | 25% |
| Host and Network Penetration Testing | 35% |
| Web Application Penetration Testing | 15% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is eJPT?→
eJPT is INE Security's Junior Penetration Tester certification. The hands-on, entry-level exam checks whether a candidate can work as a junior penetration tester.
What is the syllabus for the eJPT certification?→
The exam covers Assessment Methodologies (25%), Host and Networking Auditing (25%), Host and Network Penetration Testing (35%) and Web Application Penetration Testing (15%).
How long is the eJPT exam?→
The exam keeps a 48-hour practical format. The March 2026 update raised it from 35 to 45 questions.
Does the eJPT expire?→
Yes. The credential is valid for three years from the date it is awarded and can be renewed through CPE credits, a more advanced INE certification in the same path, or the latest exam version.
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