Gold Standard Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP)®

Demonstrate your ability to lead projects in any industry with this globally recognized certification and open the door to a world of opportunities. The Project Management Professional® certification acknowledges candidates who are skilled at managing the people, processes, and business priorities of professional projects.

Apply Now / Register Check Eligibility
17%
Higher median salaries with PMP certification
$135k
Median salary of PMP certified US professionals
1.7M+
Holders globally across all industries
PMP® Gold Standard Certification

3+ years of experience required

Ideal for Project Managers, Program Managers, PMO Leaders, Agile Practitioners, and Team Leads leading complex projects.

Member Price $405.00
Full Price $555.00
Duration 230 Mins
Career Impact

Is a PMP right for you?

The PMP certification proves you have the project leadership and expertise in any way of working; predictive, hybrid or agile. Unlike other certifications, PMP demonstrates your ability to lead projects without being tied to any specific methodology, industry or geography.

That's why employers around the world recognize PMP as the gold standard certification in Project Professional certifications. And, why PMP holders earn more, on average, than non-certified colleagues.

17%
Report higher median salaries than non-certified peers.
$135,000
Median salary for PMP Project Professionals in the US.
1.7M+
PMP holders globally make it the #1 project certification.

Exam Content Outline (ECO)

Step-By-Step Guidance

Your Path to PMP® Certification

Follow these 5 structured steps to navigate your journey towards gaining the PMP credential.

Step 1: Prepare & Verify Eligibility

To apply, you'll need to meet the eligibility requirements including academic education, project leadership experience, and Project Professional training.

Online On-Demand Prep Course

Train with our flexible online, on-demand PMP® Exam Prep Course to earn required contact hours at your own pace.

Instructor-Led Authorized Training

Learn live online or in person with certified PMI-Authorized Training Partners (ATPs).

Step 2: Submit Your Application

The application verifies that you meet PMP eligibility criteria, making your certification more meaningful to employers.

  • Get 35 hours of project management training.
  • Review our readiness guide to structure project descriptions accurately.
  • Create your free PMI.org account and complete your application.

Step 3: Study & Prepare for Exam Day

After you pay your exam fee and schedule your exam, it's time to get exam day ready.

PMP® Practice Exam
PMI Study Hall® Essentials
PMBOK® Guide Standards

Step 4: Take Exam & Earn Credential

You can take your exam at a Pearson VUE Testing Center (recommended) or securely online.

Exam Key Specifications:

  • 230 Minutes total testing duration
  • 180 questions (Multiple choice, multi-select)
  • Includes two scheduled 10-minute breaks
  • Up to 3 exam retakes permitted per year

Step 5: Maintain Your PMP Certification

PMP certification holders need to earn 60 Professional Development Units (PDUs) in each 3-year cycle.

Keep learning and growing through webinars, courses, project work, mentoring, and volunteering.

Requirements Check

Check Your Eligibility

Part of the reason PMP is the gold standard is because professionals need to meet strict criteria before they can take the certification exam.

1. Education & Experience Requirements

You'll need ONE of the following:

High School Diploma / GED

Plus: 5 years (60 months) of experience managing projects

Associate's Degree or Vocational Trade Diploma

Plus: 4 years (48 months) of experience managing projects

Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Plus: 3 years (36 months) of experience managing projects

PMI GAC Program Degree

Plus: 2 years (24 months) of experience managing projects

2. Project Management Training

You will need 35 hours of formal training via ONE of:

Online On-Demand Prep Course

Self-paced training courses covering full PMP curriculum.

Live Instructor-Led Training

Delivered by PMI Authorized Training Partners (ATPs) or accredited institutions.

Active CAPM® Certification

An active CAPM certification automatically satisfies the 35 contact hours requirement.

Common Questions

General FAQs

To earn your PMP, you must verify your eligibility regarding education and project management experience, complete 35 hours of project management training (or hold an active CAPM®), submit your application, and pass the 180-question PMP examination.
You need either a High School Diploma / Associate's Degree with 60 months of project leadership experience, or a 4-year Bachelor's Degree with 36 months of experience. Additionally, you need 35 contact hours of formal project management education.
Create an account on PMI.org, navigate to the PMP application section, enter your educational background, and document your project management experience details including dates, hours, and descriptions of project tasks.
You must complete 35 hours of project management training from an Authorized Training Partner (ATP), accredited institution, or through self-paced PMP exam preparation courses before submitting your exam application.
Ensure the provider is a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP), aligned with the current Exam Content Outline (ECO), uses official PMI content, and offers flexible scheduling, mock exams, and experienced instructor support.

Ready to Take Your Project Management Career Higher?

Connect with GreenLeaf IT Consulting’s certified PMP trainers to evaluate your eligibility and customize your study roadmap.

Contact Training Advisor +91 120 4222871