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7-Day AZ-900 Study Plan (Proven)

One week, 1–2 hours per day, and a clear plan — that's all most people need to pass AZ-900. Here's the exact day-by-day schedule.

✔ Last updated: August 2026 · Sources: official Microsoft Learn & Microsoft exam outline

📌 Plan overview: 7 days × 1–2 hours/day ≈ 10–14 hours total. Uses only free resources: Microsoft Learn, our study guide, and our practice tests. Ideal if you have a Virtual Training Days voucher deadline.

Day 1 — Cloud concepts (2 hours)

  • Read our study guide section 1 (Cloud Concepts)
  • Microsoft Learn module: "Describe cloud computing"
  • Key terms: public/private/hybrid/multi-cloud, CapEx vs OpEx, IaaS/PaaS/SaaS, shared responsibility
  • Evening: take the Cloud Concepts practice test

Day 2 — Azure architecture & core services (2 hours)

  • Study guide section 2 + Microsoft Learn "Describe core Azure architecture"
  • Regions, availability zones, region pairs, resource groups, management groups
  • Evening: Core Azure Services practice test

Day 3 — Compute, storage, databases (2 hours)

  • VMs, App Service, Functions, AKS/ACI, Virtual Desktop
  • Blob, Files, Disks, Queue, Table; hot/cool/archive tiers; LRS/GRS/ZRS
  • SQL Database, Cosmos DB
  • Evening: re-take Test 2 or review explanations from Day 2

Day 4 — Networking, identity & monitoring (2 hours)

  • VNet, Load Balancer, Application Gateway, VPN, ExpressRoute, DNS, Traffic Manager
  • Microsoft Entra ID, MFA, SSO, RBAC
  • Monitor, Service Health, Advisor
  • Evening: Scenario-Based practice test

Day 5 — Security & compliance (1.5 hours)

Day 6 — Pricing, SLAs & cost management (1.5 hours)

  • Pricing Calculator, TCO, Cost Management, reservations, Hybrid Benefit, Spot VMs
  • SLA math (99.9%, composite SLA), support plans, lifecycle (preview → GA)
  • Evening: Pricing & SLA test

Day 7 — Full mock exam & review (2 hours)

  • Morning: take the full mock exam (45 questions, timed)
  • Score 80%+? Book the real exam. Below 80%? Review every explanation, re-take weak topic tests, then retake the mock.
  • Evening: light review of your weakest domain + read our passing score tips

If you have 2 weeks instead of 1

Double the practice days: take each topic test twice, read all explanations, and aim for 85%+ on the mock exam before booking. More practice = more confidence.

If you have only 3 days

  • Day 1: Study guide (all sections, skim tables)
  • Day 2: Topic tests 1–4 + review explanations
  • Day 3: Mock exam + scenario test + retake weak tests

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really pass AZ-900 in 7 days?
Yes — 7 days at 1–2 hours per day is enough for most people because AZ-900 is conceptual and entry-level. The plan above uses only free resources.
What is the best study plan for AZ-900?
Learn concepts (Microsoft Learn + study guide), practice daily with tests, review explanations, and take a full timed mock exam before booking.
How many hours do I need to study for AZ-900?
Most candidates need 10–20 hours total. Our 7-day plan is about 12 hours.
Should I take practice tests before finishing all material?
Yes — a diagnostic test on day 1 tells you where to focus. Practice early and often.