CCNA practice test (200-301): free questions with explanations
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A CCNA practice test for the Cisco 200-301 exam: original multiple-choice questions on the six CCNA v1.1 domains, from subnetting and VLANs to OSPF, NAT, ACLs and automation. Start with 5 free questions, then take two timed tests of 60 questions in 90 minutes, with an explanation for every answer, every subnet and OSPF cost worked out, and your score per domain.
- 5 free questions
- 2 timed tests, 120 questions
- 60 questions in 90 minutes
- Subnetting worked out
- Practice certificate PDF
What does the CCNA exam consist of?
| Cisco 200-301 CCNA | MyLevel practice test | |
|---|---|---|
| Exam | Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (200-301 CCNA), the one exam for the CCNA certification | 2 practice tests |
| Time | 120 minutes | 90 minutes for 60 questions |
| Questions | Not published by Cisco | 60 multiple choice per test |
| Passing score | Not published; Cisco sets it by statistical analysis and it may change | 80% target (indicative) |
| Price | $300 per attempt (or Cisco Learning Credits) | $9.99 once for the pack |
| Languages | English and Japanese | English |
| Retake | After a fail, wait five calendar days | Unlimited retakes |
Sources: cisco.com, CCNA exam page and exam, testing and certification policies, checked 29 October 2026. Cisco certifications at this level stay valid for three years. Because Cisco does not publish the number of questions, MyLevel uses its own pace of 90 seconds per multiple-choice question; the real exam can also include lab-style tasks, which are not simulated here.
The six CCNA v1.1 domains and the coming v2.0
| Domain (v1.1) | Weight | On MyLevel (per test) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Network Fundamentals | 20% | 12 |
| 2.0 Network Access | 20% | 12 |
| 3.0 IP Connectivity | 25% | 15 |
| 4.0 IP Services | 10% | 6 |
| 5.0 Security Fundamentals | 15% | 9 |
| 6.0 Automation and Programmability | 10% | 6 |
Source: Cisco, CCNA Exam v1.1 (200-301) exam topics, checked 29 October 2026.
Version change: Cisco says the last day to test on CCNA v1.1 is 2 February 2027 and CCNA v2.0 goes live on 3 February 2027 (Cisco Learning blog, 1 July 2026). The v2.0 topics have five domains: Network Infrastructure and Connectivity 25%, Switching and Network Access 25%, IP Routing 20%, Network Services and Security 20%, and AI, and Network Operations and Management 10%, with more troubleshooting. Subnetting, VLANs, spanning tree, OSPF, NAT, ACLs and syslog are in both versions; this pack follows v1.1 until the switch.
What you practise on MyLevel
Every question is an original MyLevel question on the published exam topics, with one correct answer, three wrong ones and a short explanation. All 34 calculations (network and broadcast addresses, hosts per prefix, masks and wildcards, IPv6 compression and EUI-64, longest prefix match, OSPF cost and router ID, DR election, root bridge and root port, HSRP virtual MAC, route summaries) were re-computed by script.
- Read IOS output: route codes, [110/20], 'up, line protocol down', log severities such as %LINK-3-UPDOWN.
- Pick the right command: switchport trunk allowed vlan, channel-group modes, ip route with a distance, ip nat inside source ... overload, ip helper-address, access-class.
- Know the rules behind the elections: root bridge, root port, OSPF router ID, DR and BDR, HSRP preemption.
- Security and automation: ACL placement, port security modes, DHCP snooping, REST methods, JSON and Ansible.
Start with 5 free questions from five domains. The full pack costs $9.99, a one-time payment with no subscription and no time limit, and also unlocks every other MyLevel job test, including the Network+ and Security+ practice tests. Not useful? Full refund within 14 days.
How to prepare for the CCNA exam
- Start with IP connectivity and subnetting: IP connectivity is the largest domain (25%), and subnetting comes back in routing, ACL and OSPF questions. Learn block sizes (256 minus the mask octet) until a /21 or /27 takes seconds.
- Learn the numbers that decide elections: administrative distances (connected 0, static 1, EIGRP 90, OSPF 110, RIP 120), OSPF cost = reference bandwidth / interface bandwidth, bridge priority in steps of 4096 plus the VLAN.
- Type the commands: the exam topics say configure and verify, so practise VLANs, trunks, EtherChannel, static routes, OSPF, NAT and ACLs in a lab or simulator; a multiple-choice test checks the knowledge, not the typing.
- Mind the version: if you test on or after 3 February 2027, study the v2.0 topics.
- Practise under time: take a full 60-question test in one sitting, read every explanation and retake your weakest domain until you score 80% or more.
MyLevel is independent and not affiliated with, or endorsed by, Cisco Systems. Cisco and CCNA are trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. All questions are original practice questions written by MyLevel from the published CCNA v1.1 exam topics, not real exam questions, and a practice score is not a Cisco result or certification. Lab-style tasks are not simulated.
Sample question with explanation
Where should a standard IPv4 ACL usually be applied?
- As close to the destination as possible
- Only on the router's internet-facing interface
- As close to the source as possible
- On every interface along the path
Show the answer
Answer: A. As close to the destination as possible
A standard ACL matches only the source address. Near the source it would also block that host from places you did not mean to block.
Frequently asked questions
Is this CCNA practice test free?
Yes, you can start with 5 free questions with explanations, from five of the six domains. Two full 60-question timed tests cost $9.99 once, with no subscription.
How many questions are on the CCNA exam?
Cisco does not publish a number. The 200-301 CCNA exam takes 120 minutes (cisco.com, October 2026). MyLevel's tests have 60 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes.
What is the passing score for the CCNA?
Cisco does not publish one: passing scores are set by statistical analysis and may change (Cisco exam policies, October 2026). On MyLevel, aim for 80% or more and 90% for a safe margin.
How much does the CCNA exam cost?
$300 per attempt, or Cisco Learning Credits (cisco.com, October 2026). After a fail you wait five calendar days before you can retest.
Are these real CCNA exam questions or dumps?
No. Cisco's exam questions are confidential under its certification agreement. These are original practice questions written by MyLevel on the published exam topics.
Can I unlock only this test?
There is one option, so you never have to choose: the $9.99 job pack, one time. It unlocks the 2 full tests on this page and every other MyLevel job test, with no subscription and a full refund within 14 days if it does not help you.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. After a full practice test you can download a MyLevel practice certificate (PDF) with your score. It is a personal record of your practice, not an official document and not a Cisco certification.
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