Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
CKA Certification is for Kubernetes administrators, cloud administrators and other IT professionals who manage Kubernetes instances.
CKA was created by The Linux Foundation and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) as a part of their ongoing effort to help develop the Kubernetes ecosystem. The exam is an online, proctored, performance-based test that requires solving multiple tasks from a command line running Kubernetes.
A certified K8s administrator has demonstrated the ability to do basic installation as well as configuring and managing production-grade Kubernetes clusters. They will have an understanding of key concepts such as Kubernetes networking, storage, security, maintenance, logging and monitoring, application lifecycle, troubleshooting, API object primitives and the ability to establish basic use-cases for end users.
Exam Details & Resources
This exam is an online, proctored, performance-based test that requires solving multiple tasks from a command line running Kubernetes.
Candidates have 2 hours to complete the tasks.
Candidates who register for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) exam will have 2 attempts (per exam registration) to an exam simulator, provided by Killer.sh.
The exam is based on Kubernetes v1.29
The CKA exam environment will be aligned with the most recent K8s minor version within approximately 4 to 8 weeks of the K8s release date
All Courses Idea
Domains & Competencies
Storage
- Understand storage classes, persistent volumes
- Understand volume mode, access modes and reclaim policies for volumes
- Understand persistent volume claims primitive
- Know how to configure applications with persistent storage
Troubleshooting
- Evaluate cluster and node logging
- Understand how to monitor applications
- Manage container stdout & stderr logs
- Troubleshoot application failure
- Troubleshoot cluster component failure
- Troubleshoot networking
Workloads & Scheduling
- Understand deployments and how to perform rolling update and rollbacks
- Use ConfigMaps and Secrets to configure applications
- Know how to scale applications
- Understand the primitives used to create robust, self-healing, application deployments
- Understand how resource limits can affect Pod scheduling
- Awareness of manifest management and common templating tools
Cluster Architecture, Installation & Configuration
- Manage role based access control (RBAC)
- Use Kubeadm to install a basic cluster
- Manage a highly-available Kubernetes cluster
- Provision underlying infrastructure to deploy a Kubernetes cluster
- Perform a version upgrade on a Kubernetes cluster using Kubeadm
- Implement etcd backup and restore
Services & Networking
- Understand host networking configuration on the cluster nodes
- Understand connectivity between Pods
- Understand ClusterIP, NodePort, LoadBalancer service types and endpoints
- Know how to use Ingress controllers and Ingress resources
- Know how to configure and use CoreDNS
- Choose an appropriate container network interface plugin
You should have a good understanding of Linux, basic networking, and cloud computing concepts.
The Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification is designed to ensure that certification holders have the skills, knowledge, and competency to perform the responsibilities of Kubernetes Administrators. The CKA certification allows certified administrators to quickly establish their credibility and value in the job market, and also allowing companies to more quickly hire high-quality teams to support their growth.
Candidates have the option to retake and pass the exam to renew their certification. Certification Renewal must be completed prior to the certification expiration date. The CKA renewed certification will be valid for a further 3 years effective from the date the exam is passed.
The CKA certification proves that you have the skills, knowledge, and hands-on ability to manage Kubernetes clusters. You’ll handle installation, configuration, networking, troubleshooting, and everything needed to run Kubernetes like a pro.
If you’re an IT professional, DevOps engineer, system administrator, or anyone who wants to step into Kubernetes administration, the CKA certification is made for you. And AITA Kolkata Kolkata offers full training support to guide you step-by-step!
Here’s why CKA is a game-changer: Prove your real-world Kubernetes skills Globally recognized credential Increases your job opportunities and salary potential Strengthens your cloud and DevOps profile With AITA Kolkata’s training in Kolkata, you can prepare confidently for these benefits!
The exam focuses on: Cluster Architecture, Installation, and Configuration (25%) Workloads and Scheduling (15%) Services and Networking (20%) Storage (10%) Troubleshooting (30%) At AITA, we cover all these topics with real-world labs and examples.
Instead of typical MCQs, the CKA exam has performance-based tasks—you solve practical problems in a live Kubernetes environment.
You’ll get 2 hours (120 minutes) to complete the exam. No worries, AITA Kolkata’s hands-on practice sessions will help you manage your time smartly!
You’ll need to score 66% or higher to pass the exam.
The CKA exam is conducted online through a proctored setup—you can take it from the comfort of your home or office. AITA Kolkata Kolkata also guides you through the registration and exam process!
The exam costs around USD 395. Sometimes there are discounts available, and Adroit Academy keeps students informed about any offers.
The CKA exam is available in English.
The CKA certification is valid for 3 years. After that, you can renew it to stay updated with the latest Kubernetes advancements.
At Adroit Information Technology Academy, Kolkata, we offer expert-led training, real Kubernetes labs, mock tests, and full support to make sure you clear your CKA exam in your first attempt with confidence!
Yes, this course is highly sought-after in Kolkata and across India, offering excellent career prospects.
After completing this course from Adroit IT Technology, you can explore various job roles in reputed IT companies, MNCs, and startups.
Yes, AITA Kolkata offers placement assistance to help students kickstart their careers.
Absolutely! This course is available online, making it accessible to students across India and globally.
Adroit Academy offers industry-aligned curriculum, experienced trainers, and strong placement support, making it a preferred choice for this course in India.
