Databricks
Data Engineer Associate
Build ELT pipelines and production workflows on the Databricks Lakehouse.
Verified against the official Databricks exam guide — July 9, 2026
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Exam code
45
Questions
90 min
Duration
70%
Pass mark
Audio Overview
Deep-dive audio covering all Data Engineer Associate exam topics
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Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Data Engineer Associate exam?
The Data Engineer Associate exam has 45 questions and lasts 90 minutes. You need 70% to pass.
What score do you need to pass Data Engineer Associate?
The passing score for Data Engineer Associate is 70%. DataCertPrep's timed mock exams use the same pass mark, length, and timing as the real Databricks exam.
How hard is the Data Engineer Associate exam?
Data Engineer Associate is a scenario-based Databricks exam — it tests applied judgment, not memorization. Most candidates who consistently score above the 70% pass mark on realistic mock exams pass the real exam. DataCertPrep's readiness score is weighted by the official domain weights so you know when you're ready.
What is the best way to prepare for Data Engineer Associate?
Work through the domain study guides, drill scenario-based practice questions until your weak domains catch up, use spaced-repetition flashcards for facts and limits, then confirm with a full-length timed mock exam. DataCertPrep includes all four for Data Engineer Associate, verified against the official Databricks exam guide on 2026-07-09.
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