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CompTIA • A Plus
CompTIA A+ (220-1202)
Install, configure, and manage Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile operating systems
Practice setup
Exam info
- Exam ID
- 220-1202
- Number of Questions
- Up to 90
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- Duration
- 90 minutes
- Passing Score
- 700 (on a scale of 900)
- Cost
- $265 USD
Domains and Objectives
Operating systems1.028%
Objectives in this domain
- Install and manage Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile operating systems
- Use Windows tools like Task Manager, Command Prompt, and Disk Management
- Manage file systems, updates/patches, and OS upgrades
Security2.028%
Objectives in this domain
- Apply encryption, access control, and wireless security protocols
- Detect, remove, and prevent malware threats
Software troubleshooting3.023%
Objectives in this domain
- Diagnose and resolve operating system and application issues
- Troubleshoot mobile connectivity, app, and performance problems
- Address malware and unauthorized access issues
Operational procedures4.021%
Objectives in this domain
- Follow documentation and change-management best practices
- Apply safety protocols and communicate professionally
- Implement workstation backup and recovery processes
Resources
Official Exam Page
CompTIA’s official page for A+ Core 2 (exam 220-1202) with exam overview, details, and objectives summary.
Open resourceOfficial A+ V15 Overview
CompTIA’s A+ Core 1 & Core 2 (V15) overview with exam details for 220-1201 and 220-1202, objectives summaries, and links to training/bundles.
Open resourceOfficial Study Guide (eBook) – A+ Core 2 (220-1202)
CompTIA Marketplace search listing that includes the A+ Core 2 Student Guide eBook for exam 220-1202; select the 220-1202 item to purchase.
Open resourceOfficial eLearning – CertMaster Learn (A+ Core 2 220-1202)
CompTIA Marketplace listing that includes CertMaster Learn for A+ Core 2 (220-1202) individual license.
Open resourceOfficial Practice Exams – CertMaster Practice (A+ Core 2 220-1202)
CompTIA Marketplace category page showing CertMaster Practice for A+ Core 2 (220-1202) adaptive practice tests.
Open resourceOfficial Bundles – A+ Core 2 (220-1202)
CompTIA Marketplace bundles for A+ Core 2 (220-1202), including options with CertMaster Perform, Learn, and Practice.
Open resourceCertMaster Learn (Product Info)
Official product page describing CertMaster Learn features and access for CompTIA certifications, including A+.
Open resourceCertMaster Labs (Product Info)
Official product page for CompTIA CertMaster Labs, providing browser-based hands-on labs used alongside A+ training.
Open resourceCertMaster Migration – A+ V15 Availability
CompTIA Help Center article noting A+ V15 (220-1201 & 220-1202) learning products availability and migration details.
Open resourceExam history
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) launched on March 25, 2025 as the V15 update, succeeding 220-1102 (V14) which retired in English on September 25, 2025 and in other languages on December 19, 2025.
Last reviewed: 2026-04-10
CompTIA A+ began in 1993 as the association’s first IT certification and, since 2001, has been refreshed on a roughly three‑year cycle; the modern Core Series requires candidates to pass both Core 1 and Core 2 from the same version, with the prior A+ Core 2 exam (220‑1102, V14) launching in April 2022.
In the current cycle, CompTIA released A+ Core 2 (220‑1202, V15) on March 25, 2025, replacing 220‑1102; the retiring V14 exams ended in English on September 25, 2025, with other languages available until December 19, 2025. As of April 10, 2026, CompTIA has not announced a firm retirement date for 220‑1202 (retirements typically occur about three years after launch), and it has clarified that the CompTIA Store uses product versions such as “A+ Version 15” while Pearson VUE scheduling continues to rely on exam codes like 220‑1202.
Change tracker
220-1101 / 220-1102 English retired
CompTIA confirms the A+ V14 (220-1101 & 220-1102) English exams were retired on September 25, 2025. ([comptia.org](https://www.comptia.org/en-em/certifications/a/core-2-v14/?utm_source=openai))
220-1201 / 220-1202 (V15) launched
CompTIA released the current A+ V15 series. For Core 2 (220-1202), the domains and weights are Operating Systems 28%, Security 28%, Software Troubleshooting 23%, and Operational Procedures 21%. Recommended experience was specified as 12 months; question formats include multiple choice, drag-and-drop, and performance-based; length is 90 minutes; passing score is 700; and available languages include English, German, and Japanese. ([comptia.org](https://www.comptia.org/en/certifications/a/core-2-v15/))
Policy: Same-version requirement reaffirmed
CompTIA explicitly states for V15 that Core 1 and Core 2 must be taken from the same version; mixing across series is not allowed. ([comptia.org](https://www.comptia.org/en/certifications/a/core-2-v15/))
220-1001 / 220-1002 launched
CompTIA released the A+ 1000 series (Core 1 220-1001 and Core 2 220-1002). Official materials list the release as January 2019. ([solutions.comptia.org](https://solutions.comptia.org/view/954435123?utm_source=openai))
Greater emphasis on cloud, mobility, and modern support environments
CompTIA’s official blog describing the 2019 release highlights how A+ evolved from PC repair toward broader problem-solving, reflecting modern technologies and roles. ([production-central-www.comptia.org](https://production-central-www.comptia.org/blog/how-has-comptia-a-plus-changed?utm_source=openai))
220-1101 / 220-1102 all other languages retired
CompTIA states all non-English versions of the A+ V14 exams retired on December 19, 2025. ([comptia.org](https://www.comptia.org/en-em/certifications/a/core-2-v14/?utm_source=openai))
220-1101 / 220-1102 launched (V14)
CompTIA launched the A+ 1100 series in April 2022. Official retiring-version pages list the V14 launch month/year. ([comptia.org](https://www.comptia.org/en-em/certifications/a/core-1-and-2-v14/?utm_source=openai))
Current U.S. exam pricing listed
CompTIA’s official store lists the A+ voucher for 220-1201/220-1202 at USD $265 and the A+ Voucher + Retake at USD $530. ([store.comptia.org](https://store.comptia.org/certification-vouchers/c/11293?utm_source=openai))
220-1202 exam objectives published as Version 2.0
CompTIA posted the Core 2 (220-1202) Exam Objectives Version 2.0 (document shows © 2024). Additions in the objectives include AI basics (4.10), scripting basics (4.8), and expanded remote access technologies (4.9). ([partners.comptia.org](https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-a-220-1202-exam-objectives-%282-0%29.pdf?utm_source=openai))
Three-year refresh cadence established
CompTIA states that since 2001, A+ has been refreshed about every three years to stay aligned with industry needs. ([comptia.org](https://www.comptia.org/en/blog/the-new-comptia-a-your-questions-answered/?utm_source=openai))