PNPT (Practical Network Penetration Tester)
PNPT simulates an external and internal network penetration test: candidates gather OSINT, bypass antivirus and egress controls while moving through an Active Directory network, compromise the domain controller, write a report and present a live debrief. TCM Security describes it as a professional-level exam with no flags and no multiple-choice questions, and points those without professional hacking experience to PJPT first.
Exam Details
Unproctored practical engagement in a cloud-hosted exam network. Candidates must compromise the domain controller, submit a professional report and present findings in a live debrief with senior penetration testers.
Includes one exam attempt plus one free retake and 12 months of access to 45+ hours of on-demand training. The voucher is valid for 12 months. Military, veterans, students, teachers and first responders can request a 20% discount.
Requirements and Renewal
Prerequisites
None. Any individual from any country may sit the exam, and candidates under 18 need a parental consent form. TCM Security recommends that students without professional hacking experience start with PJPT.
Renewal
Does not expire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the PNPT cost?→
The PNPT voucher with training costs $499. It includes one attempt, one free retake and 12 months of training access.
How long is the PNPT exam?→
Candidates have five full days for the assessment and two more days to write the report. A 15-minute live debrief with assessors follows.
Does the PNPT expire?→
No. TCM Security states that the certification does not expire. The exam voucher itself is valid for 12 months.
What does PNPT stand for?→
PNPT stands for Practical Network Penetration Tester, a certification from TCM Security.
Is the PNPT exam proctored?→
No. TCM Security monitors network traffic in the exam environment, but there is no proctor and no monitoring software to install. All tools are allowed, including AI-enabled tools, as long as their use is disclosed in the report.
Exam details are checked against official TCM Security pages. Fees, exam versions, and renewal rules change; confirm with TCM Security before registering. PNPT is a trademark of its owner. This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by TCM Security.