How many questions are on the exam?
The ServSafe® Manager exam has 90 multiple-choice questions.
80 are scored
10 are unscored (practice) questions
What score do I need to pass?
A passing score is 70% or higher. That means you must answer at least 56 of the 80 scored questions correctly.
How many can I get wrong?
You can miss up to 24 scored questions and still pass.
What type of questions are on the exam?
All questions are multiple-choice, with one correct answer per question.
How long do I have to take the exam?
You’ll have up to 2 hours to complete the exam.
What if I fail?
You may retake the exam, but retesting rules apply.
Certivance can help you schedule a new attempt — reach out via chat or call 215-458-6536.
Each retake requires purchasing a new exam.
How do I prepare?
Most learners succeed by:
Enrolling in a Certivance in-person or remote class (includes guided review + proctored exam).
Practicing with Certivance’s Study Tools — our Study Guide and 80-question diagnostic exam.
For exam-day rules and what to expect, see our In-Person Exam Guide or our Remote Class Guide.