Pass your CCNA with a free, structured plan
12-week roadmap, exam blueprint, hand-picked free courses, official Cisco links, subnet lab, practice quiz and IOS cheat sheet — all in one place.
Your path to CCNA
Learn
Follow a free full course such as Jeremy's IT Lab.
Lab
Practice in Cisco Packet Tracer (free).
Test
Use the quiz and subnet trainer here.
Certify
Schedule the 200-301 exam with Pearson VUE.
Explore the tools
12-week roadmap
Tick off tasks; progress is saved in your browser.
Exam blueprint
Six domains, weights and topics.
Resource library
Free YouTube courses, Cisco training, labs.
Subnet lab
Calculator with binary view and a trainer.
Practice quiz
32 questions with explanations.
IOS cheat sheet
Copy-ready configs for VLAN, OSPF, NAT, ACL.
Where the points are
Official Cisco certification links
Go straight to the source for exam details, registration and training.
Start with these free picks
Popular guides
CCNA subnetting explained, step by step
Learn IPv4 subnetting for the CCNA: binary, CIDR, block sizes, host counts and worked examples, plus a free calculator and trainer.
OSPF for the CCNA: single-area OSPFv2
Understand OSPF for the CCNA 200-301: neighbor states, DR/BDR election, router ID, cost, configuration commands and troubleshooting.
VLANs and trunking for the CCNA
How VLANs, access ports, 802.1Q trunks, the native VLAN and router-on-a-stick work for the CCNA, with commands and troubleshooting.
CCNA study plan for beginners (12 weeks)
A realistic 12-week CCNA 200-301 study plan for beginners with weekly goals, free courses, lab advice and exam-day tips.
CCNA vs CCNP: what is the difference?
CCNA vs CCNP explained: level, exam structure, who each certification suits and a sensible order to take them.
Is the CCNA worth it?
Is the Cisco CCNA worth it? Costs, what it proves, who benefits most, limits of the certification and alternatives.
CCNA FAQ
How long is the CCNA exam and what does it cost?
Per Cisco: 120 minutes, US$300, English, pass/fail, results online within 48 hours.
Are there prerequisites for the CCNA?
No. Cisco lists none, and the exam assumes little to no networking experience.
How long is the CCNA certification valid?
3 years. Renew by passing a current exam or earning 30 continuing-education credits.
Can I retake the CCNA exam if I fail?
Yes. You must wait 5 calendar days between attempts.
Do I need to buy equipment to study for the CCNA?
No. Cisco Packet Tracer is free with a Networking Academy account.
Source: Cisco's CCNA page. Always re-check before booking.