AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate (SOA-C03) exam voucher — at a glance
This voucher is for the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate exam, code SOA-C03 (formerly the SysOps Administrator exam), which AWS says validates the ability to deploy, manage and operate workloads on AWS. The voucher is for exam code SOA-C03 only. The price in US dollars is shown at the top of this page. Your voucher code is emailed within 24–48 hours of your order being processed, and you enter it when you schedule the exam with Pearson VUE.
Vouchers are supplied in batches. The batch expiry above is the date the voucher itself expires; it is not an AWS exam date. AWS states that voucher expiration dates cannot be extended, so book your exam before it.
What you get
Included
- One exam voucher for SOA-C03 only
- Your voucher code by email within 24–48 hours of your order being processed
- Instructions for entering the code when you schedule your exam with Pearson VUE
What this voucher is not
- It is not a booking. You choose your own exam date, time and delivery method when you schedule.
- It covers one exam attempt. It is not a retake package, and a resit needs a new voucher.
- It does not include study materials, practice tests or exam guides.
- It is not a guarantee of a pass. The voucher pays for the exam attempt; the result depends on your preparation.
- It does not cover the retired SysOps exam code SOA-C02.
AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate (SOA-C03) exam details
AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate (SOA-C03) has 65 questions (50 scored and 15 unscored) and a 130-minute time limit. Results are reported as a scaled score of 100–1,000 and the minimum passing score is 720, according to the AWS exam guide. The breakdown below comes from AWS’s published exam information for CloudOps Engineer Associate. The largest domain is Monitoring, Logging, Analysis, Remediation, and Performance Optimization, at 22% of scored content.
What the SOA-C03 exam validates
According to the AWS exam guide, the exam validates the ability to:
- Support and maintain AWS workloads according to the AWS Well-Architected Framework
- Perform operations by using the AWS Management Console and the AWS CLI
- Implement security controls to meet compliance requirements
- Monitor, log and troubleshoot systems; apply networking concepts such as DNS, TCP/IP and firewalls
- Perform business continuity and disaster recovery procedures; identify, classify and remediate incidents
What SOA-C03 does not test
AWS lists these job tasks as out of scope for the exam:
- Designing distributed architectures
- Designing CI/CD pipelines
- Developing software
- Analyzing costs and total cost of ownership
- Managing billing and invoicing for AWS services
Language notice. AWS states the exam in Simplified Chinese and Korean will be retired after November 19, 2026.
This voucher is for SOA-C03. Full published details are on AWS’s official CloudOps Engineer Associate page and in the AWS exam guide.
Who this voucher is for
- Preparing to sit AWS CloudOps Engineer – Associate and ready to book it
- Certain you need SOA-C03, the current CloudOps exam
- Deploying, managing and operating workloads on AWS
- Buying now to use within the voucher’s expiry date
AWS describes the target candidate as having 1 year of experience with deployment, management, troubleshooting, networking and security on AWS, and at least 1 year in a related operations role such as system administrator. This certification was formerly named AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate.
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This voucher is for exam SOA-C03 only, and every exam fact on this page — questions, length, domains, passing score — is taken from AWS’s own published exam information.
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The price is shown in US dollars at the top of this page and is the amount charged at checkout. Nothing is added afterwards.
Clear about what a voucher is
A voucher pays for one exam attempt. It is not a booking, a study product or a guarantee of a result, and this page says so before you buy.
A real cancellation window
If your order has not been processed and your voucher has not been issued yet, contact us — a cancellation may still be possible. See our Refund & Cancellation Policy.
What the AWS exam costs
AWS lists the CloudOps Engineer Associate exam at US$150, the fee for Associate-level exams. AWS prices its exams by level: Foundational US$100, Associate US$150, and Professional and Specialty US$300. This exam runs for 130 minutes.
What AWS says about pricing
AWS also publishes prices in local currencies, which it updates at least annually, and taxes such as VAT may apply. See AWS’s certification FAQ for the current position.
What you pay EvolveSkill
The price shown at the top of this page, in US dollars. Compare it with AWS’s published fee for your country before you buy.
The price shown at checkout is the price you pay. Nothing is added afterwards.
How it works
- Check the exam code — this voucher is for SOA-C03 (CloudOps Engineer Associate).
- Complete checkout at the price shown above.
- Receive your voucher code by email. Your order is fulfilled by EvolveSkill and your code is emailed within 24–48 hours of your order being processed.
- Schedule your exam. Enter the voucher code when you schedule with Pearson VUE, at a test centre or online proctored, as AWS describes in its certification FAQ.
Before you buy
- Confirm the exam code. This voucher works only for SOA-C03.
- Check the exam language. AWS states the CloudOps Engineer exam in Simplified Chinese and Korean will be retired after November 19, 2026.
- Check the experience AWS recommends. For SOA-C03, AWS describes the target candidate as: about 1 year of experience deploying, managing, troubleshooting and securing workloads on AWS, plus 1 year in a related operations role.
- Check the current batch expiry. The batch on sale now expires January 1, 2027, shown above. This is the voucher’s expiry, not an AWS exam date. AWS states that voucher expiration dates cannot be extended, so book your exam before it.
- Check your ID and location. AWS requires valid government-issued identification establishing residence in a non-sanctioned country, and does not deliver exams in sanctioned countries.
- One attempt. This voucher covers a single attempt. AWS requires a 14-day wait after a failed attempt and a full exam fee for each attempt, so a resit needs a new voucher.
- Rescheduling. AWS allows free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before your appointment; a missed appointment forfeits the exam fee. See AWS’s exam policies.
- Cancelling your order. Once a voucher has been issued or delivered it cannot be returned or refunded. If your order has not yet been processed and the voucher has not been issued, contact us — a cancellation may still be possible. See our Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate (SOA-C03) exam voucher?
A prepaid voucher that covers the exam fee for AWS exam SOA-C03 (CloudOps Engineer Associate). You enter the voucher code when you schedule your exam.
Which exam code does this voucher cover?
SOA-C03 only — AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate. It cannot be used for any other AWS exam.
How much does the CloudOps Engineer Associate voucher cost?
The price in US dollars is shown at the top of this page and is the amount charged at checkout. AWS lists this exam at US$150, so compare the two before you buy.
How long is the voucher valid?
Vouchers are supplied in batches, each with its own expiry date. The batch on sale now expires January 1, 2027. AWS states that voucher expiration dates cannot be extended, so book your exam before the date shown with your voucher.
How fast will I get my voucher?
Your voucher is fulfilled by EvolveSkill and emailed within 24–48 hours after your order is processed, along with instructions for using it.
How do I use the voucher?
Enter the voucher code when you schedule your exam with Pearson VUE. AWS says candidates simply enter a voucher code when scheduling, and that vouchers are valid for a single use. You can take the exam at a Pearson VUE test centre or online proctored.
Is the voucher the same as booking the exam?
No. The voucher pays for the exam. You still schedule your own date, time and delivery method.
How many questions is SOA-C03, and how long do I get?
SOA-C03 has 65 questions (50 scored and 15 unscored) and a 130-minute time limit. The unscored questions are not identified on the exam.
What is the passing score for SOA-C03?
The AWS exam guide states a minimum passing score of 720 on a scaled score of 100–1,000. The exam uses a compensatory scoring model, so you do not need to pass each section; you need to pass the exam overall.
Which languages is SOA-C03 available in?
AWS lists: English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese. Language availability can change, so check AWS’s CloudOps Engineer Associate page before you book.
Is the CloudOps Engineer exam the same as the SysOps Administrator exam?
It is the renamed version. AWS says this certification was formerly AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate, and that the rename applies only to those passing SOA-C03; earlier holders keep their original certification name.
Does passing another AWS exam recertify this certification?
AWS states that passing the AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional exam automatically recertifies this Associate-level certification.
What is the SOA-C03 exam code and full name?
SOA-C03 is the exam code for AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate.
What does the SOA-C03 exam cover?
Five domains: Monitoring, Logging, Analysis, Remediation, and Performance Optimization (22%), Reliability and Business Continuity (22%), Deployment, Provisioning, and Automation (22%), Security and Compliance (16%) and Networking and Content Delivery (18%).
Is SOA-C03 available in Korean or Simplified Chinese?
AWS states the exam in Simplified Chinese and Korean will be retired after November 19, 2026. After that date, it is available in the remaining languages AWS lists.
How much does the CloudOps Engineer Associate exam cost?
AWS lists the SOA-C03 exam at US$150, its standard fee for Associate-level exams, and notes that taxes may apply. The EvolveSkill voucher price is shown in US dollars at the top of this page and is the amount charged at checkout.
Is this a promo code or a discount code?
No. It is an exam voucher code that covers the SOA-C03 exam fee. You enter the code when you schedule the exam with Pearson VUE, and AWS states vouchers are single-use.
Does it include study materials or practice tests?
No. This product is the exam voucher only — no study guide, practice questions or exam guide.
Does this cover a retake?
No. The voucher covers one exam attempt. AWS requires a 14-day wait after a failed attempt and a full fee for each attempt, so a resit would need another voucher.
Can I reschedule or cancel my exam appointment?
AWS allows you to cancel or reschedule free of charge up to 24 hours before your appointment. A missed appointment forfeits the exam fee. These are AWS’s rules, so check AWS’s exam policies.
Does buying a voucher guarantee that I will pass?
No. The voucher pays for the exam attempt only. Passing depends on your own preparation.
What should I check before purchasing?
That you need SOA-C03 rather than another AWS exam, that the exam is available in your language, and that you can sit it before the voucher expires.
What is EvolveSkill, and is it the same as AWS?
EvolveSkill sells certification exam vouchers and publishes free certification guides for IT certifications, including AWS, Microsoft, CompTIA, Google Cloud and Fortinet. It is a separate company from AWS: AWS is the exam vendor and sets the exam content, scoring and policies, and EvolveSkill sells the voucher.
Who owns the AWS names and marks?
AWS and AWS Certified are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Exam names and codes are used on this page to identify the exam this voucher is for.
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