What is the Practical Junior Penetration Tester (PJPT) Certification?
The Practical Junior Penetration Tester™ (PJPT) certification is a penetration testing exam experience that will assess a student’s ability to perform an internal network penetration test at an associate level. Students will have two (2) full days to complete the assessment and an additional two (2) days to write a professional report.
How to Pass the PJPT Exam
In order to receive the certification, a student must:
Leverage their Active Directory exploitation skillsets to perform lateral and vertical network movements, and ultimately compromise the exam Domain Controller.
Provide a detailed, professionally written report.
TCM Security exam vouchers come with 12 months of access to the training materials the exam is based on. Access begins on the day the voucher is purchased. We highly recommend preparing before attempting the exam. If you don’t initially succeed, don’t worry! We never want to profit on failure and include one free retake with every exam voucher.
Practical Junior Penetration Tester Exam Format
Like all TCM Security certifications, the PJPT exam was designed to teach students how to apply their skills in a real-world situation. This is not a CTF. Our exams provide an experience that is similar to what you will be asked to do in a professional environment.
Absolutely ZERO flags to capture.
NO multiple choice questions.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
20+ Hours of On-Demand Training (12 Months Access)
Hands-On Local Labs
1 Exam Attempt + 1 Free Retake (Lifetime)
2 Days to Complete
2 Days to Write Report
24/7/365 Course Support
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
8GB RAM & 256GB HDD
Up-to-Date OS & Internet Browser
Stable Internet Connection
$249
Veterans, Active Military, First Responders, Students, and Educators can save 20% on all certifications! Email [email protected] with proof to get a custom discount code.
Who Should Take the Practical Junior Penetration Tester Exam?
The PJPT is an associate-level introduction to the world of network penetration testing. Though students should have some experience with networking and computer systems, previous penetration testing experience is not required to take the exam. The PJPT is appropriate for:
- Aspiring Ethical Hackers and Cybersecurity Professionals
- IT Professionals Seeking Specialization
- Students in Computer Science and Related Fields
- Professionals Looking for Career Advancement
- Individuals Seeking Hands-On Learning Experience
- Security Enthusiasts and Hobbyists
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How to Prepare for the PJPT Exam
In addition to the lifetime voucher and exam attempt, students who enroll in the PJPT certification will receive 12 months of access to the Practical Ethical Hacking course. If you are looking for a different learning format, check out our small group online live training sessions.
Practical Ethical Hacking
12 months of access to over 20 hours of training materials from the Practical Ethical Hacking (PEH) course on TCM Academy. The PJPT exam was built from the information and resources that you will find delivered in this course material, including:
- A Day in the Life of an Ethical Hacker
- Hacking Methodology
- Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
- Scanning and Enumeration
- Exploitation Basics
- Active Directory Penetration Testing
- Web Application Penetration Testing
- Wireless Attacks
- Legal Documentation and Report Writing
Hacking (and Defending) Active Directory
When: May 30, 2025
Gain expertise in Active Directory security in this one day training taught by industry-leading professionals. Immerse yourself in a dynamic live training session, where you’ll uncover the vulnerabilities that make Active Directory susceptible to attackers, and empower yourself with the knowledge to safeguard it effectively.
The training includes:
- 1 day of live instruction
- Access to the class recordings and PEH course
- Access to a private Discord cohort for instructor and classmate discussions
- 50 hours of online lab access post-class
- CEU credits
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All TCM Security Certifications Include:
Video Training
Receive 12 months of access to video-led training that was developed to provide a hands-on learning experience.
Realistic Exams
Our certification exams are designed to provide the student with a real-world penetration test experience.
Free Retake
If for any reason you need to take the exam a second time, we include a free retake voucher. We don’t profit from your failures.
Industry Recognized
We are pleased to provide the most realistic and cost-effective cybersecurity certifications recognized by industry professionals and organizations.
Non-Invasive Experience
Complete the exam in the comfort of your own home without proctors or installed monitoring software.
Stable Environments
Get unlimited access to our stable student exam environments. Hosted safely for you in the cloud.
Unbeatable Support
We proudly offer 24/7/365 customer support with the additional benefit of access to our community Discord with over 60,000+ students.
Discounts
We happily provide military, veterans, students, teachers, and first responders with a 20% off coupon, valid on certification vouchers and live training.
Request Certification Reimbursement
Training doesn’t stop once you land a pentesting position. If your company offers a training budget or reimbursement for continuing education, consider using it on TCM Security live training and certifications! To make things easier, we’ve created a Training Budget Request Template—a customizable document designed to align your learning goals with your company’s objectives. Be sure to follow your company’s policies and procedures to increase the likelihood of your request being approved.
Training Options for Organizations
Are you a manager looking to upskill your team? We offer bulk discounts for organizations looking to purchase multiple certification vouchers. Ask us about our training bundle. We also conduct private group session training. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you are interested in learning more about those options!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take the PJPT?
Any individual from any country is eligible to sit for the PJPT exam. Individuals under the age of 18 years old must submit a Parental Consent Form prior to purchasing the exam voucher.
This is an entry-level penetration tester/ethical hacking certification exam. While we do include the training material that contains all of the information required to pass our exam, we still advise students to have a basic fundamental knowledge of computers and computer networks.
I already own the Practical Ethical Hacking Course, do I get a discount?
No, the cost of the exam is $249.
12 months of access to the Practical Ethical Hacking course is included at no additional cost.*
If you do not require access to the training materials, the price of the exam is $249.
*Courses included in exam bundles cannot be traded, gifted, or redeemed for any monetary value or discounts.
How is this exam and training different from PNPT?
The PJPT(Practical Junior Penetration Tester) was developed as an entry-level penetration tester certification.
- The only training required to help you pass the PJPT certification is the Practical Ethical Hacking course.
The PNPT(Practical Network Penetration Tester) was developed as an intermediate to advanced penetration tester certification.
- The training required to pass the PNPT certification includes five courses:
- Practical Ethical Hacking
- Windows Privilege Escalation
- Linux Privilege Escalation
- Open-Source Intelligence(OSINT) Fundamentals
- External Pentest Playbook
Does the certification expire?
No, the Practical Junior Penetration Tester certification does NOT expire.
Does my exam voucher expire?
Does my training expire?
All certifications come with 12 months of training access starting from the purchase date.
Will I receive a digital certification?
Yes! You can view an example of those here.
Can I use any tools I want on the exam?
How long is the exam?
The exam environment permits two full days, though you can complete the engagement objectives ahead of time.
You will have an additional two days to write a professional report and submit it to our team.
How does the exam compare to other certifications?
When it comes to practical and affordable entry-level penetration tester certification exams, there are no other comparisons. The PJPT was designed to help fill the gap of affordable and relevant cybersecurity certifications for students who are interested in becoming professional penetration testers and ethical hackers. The PJPT includes 12 months of access to the Practical Ethical Hacking training course that contains all the information you will require to pass our exam. In addition to our 24-7 support, our stable lab environments simulate a real-world internal penetration test engagement that students will have two days to complete.
How difficult is the exam?
Everyone is different, however, we believe that:
If you are a beginner, this exam will give you a challenge and we strongly advise you to take your time and complete the Practical Ethical Hacking course that is included with this exam.
If you are a junior penetration tester, the exam will be of low to moderate difficulty.
Is the provided training enough to pass the exam?
Yes. It was designed for student’s to pass the exam with the training. The training is designed for students from absolute beginner to moderate levels and will teach you the skills necessary to be successful as an entry-level penetration tester.
Do you offer any other discounts?
Yes! We are veteran-owned and want to thank you for your service.
We offer a 20% discount to current and former military as well as first responders (Police, EMTs, Firefighters, Nurses, Doctors, etc.), regardless of country. We also extend this discount to students.
Please email [email protected] with proof of first responder status, such as a discharge form, ID, etc. and we will issue you a coupon code to use on purchase. If you are a student, please email us from a valid educational address or provide proof of current enrollment.
Is the exam proctored?
Do you offer printed certifications?
Do you offer bulk discounts?
We do. If your organization would like to purchase several certification vouchers for your team members to learn more and upskill, please contact [email protected] for more information.
