GitHub Certification Exams Integrating with Microsoft Learn (Student Certification Offer Returning September 30)

[morganersery1]

Update 9/30/2025

The student voucher for GitHub certifications returns to the Student Developer Pack Tuesday, Sept 30, at 1pm EST. We’re thrilled to be able to expand on our offer from last year. The voucher can now be used for either the Foundations exam OR the Copilot exam.

Note that GitHub has moved to a different system, Microsoft Learn and Pearson VUE in order to deliver the exams.

PLEASE READ FIRST:

• The 2025-2026 vouchers expire on June 30, 2026
• The voucher can be used 1 time
• Voucher is valid for either the Foundations Exam OR the Copilot Exam. Not both.
• All certifications earned through PSI (before July 1, 2025) will remain visible in your GitHub Learn profile. All certifications earned through Pearson VUE (on or after July 1, 2025) will appear in your Microsoft Learn profile.
• The current exam earns a badge through Microsoft Learn NOT a Credly badge.
• Need to reschedule? Be sure to reschedule or cancel exam appointments at least 24 hours before your scheduled exam or your fee will be forfeited.

How do you get your voucher?

The voucher is available to verified students as a part of the Student Developer Pack. If you are not already verified, you can do so via your GitHub profile settings. Please see this post for instructions. If you already have the Student Developer Pack, log into your GH account and navigate to the Pack page. Find the Certification offer tile and click on the link that says ‘Request your offer code link’.

A unique, one-time-use code will appear in the tile. COPY the voucher code. Example:

How do you redeem the voucher?

Follow the step by step instructions below!

1. Join us at GitHub Learn and click on the Credentials link on the top menu to access all our GitHub Credentials.

2. At the Credentials Page, scroll down to find either the Foundations or Copilot exam, you’ll need to choose one.

3. At the exam page, scroll down and click Schedule Now.

4. Once you click Schedule Now you will be redirected to the Microsoft Learn page.

5. At the Microsoft Learn page, you will see all the available learning paths for that specific exam, price, practice exams, exam sandbox and other resources. Scroll down all the way to the bottom and click Schedule exam.

6. If you already have a Microsoft Account, log in and skip to step 8.

If not, follow the steps below and create a Microsoft account.

• Click Create one!
• Create a new Microsoft email account and click Next
• Create a new password and click Next
• Enter your country/region, birthday date and click Next
• Enter your first and last name and click Next
• Press and hold to prove prove you are a human
• Confirm the account you are signed in as and click Next
• Enter your display name, first, middle and last name and click Next
  All set.

7. If you already have a Microsoft account logged in, skip to step 8.

Once redirected to the scheduling page, fill out your information on Account Management

• Fill out username
• Fill out display name and Save
• Fill out first name / middle name / last name, check the box and Save
• Check the email you are signed in as
• Fill out contact email for notifications
• Choose country/region
• Click Save

Once you filled out all the information, click Save.

8. You will be automatically redirected to fill out your address, phone number and contact email, once you finish, click Submit.

9. Once redirected, select how you’d like to take the exam. After making your selection, information on how to prepare for the exam will be displayed. Review the information, then click Next to continue.

10. Choose what is your preferred language for the exam, then, click Next.

11. Provide additional information by checking all the boxes and clicking Next.

12. Agree to the online exam and Microsoft policies by checking all the boxes and clicking on Agree at the bottom of the page.

13. Select proctor language and click Next.

14. Now let's schedule the exam, confirm your time zone, select your preferred date and click Book this appointment.

15. Review your contact information, exam selected, language, date and time of the appointment and click Proceed to Checkout.

16. Enter your Voucher/Promotion code, payment type and click Next.

17. Almost there, review the description of the exam and appointment details, and click Agree and proceed.

18. You can leave Payment Information blank since the voucher will cover the cost of the exam. If you have any other exams (not covered by the voucher) that you’re scheduling at the same time, enter your payment information and click Pay.

19. Done! You will receive a confirmation email with all the details for your exam!

Good luck!
GitHub Team

[karadhub]

Hi @morganersery1,

Thank you for the detailed update on the migration of GitHub Certification Exams to Microsoft Learn. The integration looks promising, and I appreciate the transparency during this transition. I have a few questions to better understand how this will affect current and prospective learners, especially students:

Transition & Scheduling

1. Do we have an exact timeline for when the student voucher program will resume in the fall? Any estimated month or date would be helpful for planning.
2. For students who were in the middle of their certification journey via PSI and missed the June 30 deadline, is there a way to transition or carry forward their progress?
3. Will the certifications earned previously via PSI be migrated or synced automatically to Microsoft Learn profiles?

Certification Content

4. Are there any changes in the exam content, question formats, or syllabus as the platform transitions to Microsoft Learn?
5. Will learners now benefit from integrated GitHub + Microsoft certification pathways, or will certifications remain distinct?

Student Developer Pack Concerns

6. Will the eligibility criteria for free vouchers remain the same when the offer resumes?
7. Can a student redeem multiple vouchers in the future (for different certifications), or will there be

[nagashreeicert-blip]

Hi @karadhub,
Great questions — here’s a clear breakdown based on how most credentialing transitions work, especially when moving from an in-house system to a unified platform like Microsoft Learn.

1. Transition & Scheduling

Voucher timeline: The student voucher is confirmed to return on September 30, and once active, it will remain available through the academic year. Students should plan to claim early, as quantities can be limited.

Progress carryover: Unfortunately, PSI-based progress cannot be transferred, since the exam engines and tracking systems are different. Only completed PSI certifications remain visible inside GitHub Learn; partially completed attempts won't migrate.

Certification visibility: All existing PSI-issued certifications stay in your GitHub Learn profile. New certifications earned via Pearson VUE will appear in your Microsoft Learn dashboard automatically — no manual sync required.

2. Certification Content

Exam syllabus: Core content generally remains unchanged. Microsoft Learn may improve question clarity, exam structure, or interface, but the skills measured for Foundations and Copilot remain aligned to GitHub’s original blueprint.

Learning pathways: With GitHub feeding into Microsoft Learn, students gain access to integrated study paths, sandbox environments, and unified skill badges. The credentials remain distinct, but preparation resources are now more structured.

3. Student Developer Pack

Eligibility: Requirements remain the same — a verified student status through the Student Developer Pack.

Voucher limit: Each voucher is single-use and applies to one exam (Foundations or Copilot). Future years may bring separate vouchers, but the current offer is one per student.

If you’re preparing for certification, exploring structured learning resources can help build foundational skills before attempting the exam. Platforms like iCert Global
also outline competency-based learning paths across technology domains, which can complement Microsoft Learn's official material.

[karadhub]

Thanks for the quick reply 😄 @nagashreeicert-blip, I already got the GH-300 in October.

[pienczyk]

Hi morganersery1,,

I have taken the GH-100 - GitHub Administration exam on July 18 and I can't locate any information about a result. I am just wondering if there is any place I can get any information on the grading progress or status? I don't see anything on my MS Learn, Github's profile and I haven't received any emails. I tried to open some support case but no luck so far.

Thanks

[dev123in432]

Hi Pienczyk,

I've just scheduled in my GH-100 exam and saw that there is a note saying it's in beta and that you won't get the result until 8 weeks after the beta has concluded. There is only one call out to this I found on the learn site, I could not find any mention of when the beta will finish so no solid timeline on when we get the results.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/github-administration/?practice-assessment-type=certification

[pienczyk]

@dev123in432 , yeah seems like it is a waiting game. Thanks!

[shrutidoshi94]

Awaiting free Foundations Certificate Exam Vouchers. Fall 2025 has begun but no update yet.

[samus-aran]

GitHub Certifications are returning! The GitHub certification offer for students will be back within a month with an updated voucher system. We will have more info on the offer, the new process and how to redeem in the coming weeks!

[HolkanVS]

It is already "the coming weeks" bro. Haha. any idea?

[ujjwalku1992]

Anybody has GitHub Action voucher ?..

[Adit122022]

I am so confused about GitHub learning... How can I start and get the certificate of GitHub

[Stringatlas]

The certificates are handled through Microsoft. You need to go to Microsoft learn to schedule the examination and access the learning path

[stymrj]

Thanks for the Voucher! Waiting for getting certified.

[devndesigner6]

Where can I claim my voucher..?

[smetsliam]

https://github.com/orgs/community/discussions/165477

[marek22k]

Will an Open Badge be issued upon completion of the certification? What if you want to take multiple exams or fail? Is there an alternative exam platform? Unlike other online exam platforms, this one does not appear to be "on demand"; instead, you have to book a time slot.

[Stringatlas]

I believe the Copilot certification is proctored while the Foundations exam isn't

[euopaulin]

Thanks!

[itsmeshibintmz]

Hi, I'm not able to get the voucher, the voucher option in this post "Request your offer code to get access" is showing just this image in a new tab.

[itsmeshibintmz]

i just found out "The 2025-2026 vouchers expire on June 30, 2026"

[devndesigner6]

Nope the vouchers are back this month I got a mail from Github Student Devloper Pack
They will open it soon I think soo...

[itsmeshibintmz]

if then great, let's wait

[Raghuram1784]

where can i get this one ----> "Request your offer code to get access"
there is only image in the above content

[VamsiPerni]

where can i get this one ----> "Request your offer code to get access" there is only image in the above content

https://education.github.com/experiences/foundations_certificate You will be able to see in the above page , currently we are not able to see that because there are no vouchers

[Brijesh1963]

Can i give the AI-900: Azure AI Fundamentals exam through this voucher ?

[mahanteshimath]

I am doing my masters(in AI) from one of the IIT. I uploaded recent school bona fide certificate but some how my application getting denied need help

Looking for help to activate student pack

[WilsonMundo]

Normally, when your application is denied, they send an email to the address you registered as a student. In that email, they explain the reason why your application was denied and what you need to correct in order to reapply.

[Blitzpranav]

try using ur official id card, that has high chances of getting approved, or use ur edu mail, via that its much more easy

[ooz-man]

try again, try other valid documents. i retried almost 5 times

[JAYASIMA007]

I upgraded to the GitHub Education Pack in November 2024. Am I able to access the certification? It’s not showing up on the Student Pack website. Whether it is only for 2025 year ??

[Stephlovesone]

Sorry about this experience sir. I hope it get resolved soon

[PTirumalaSaranya396]

i have paid for my github copilot certification,but i have got voucher after the payment is done ,can anyone please tell me how to apply voucher for the certification of copilot?

[aizazulhaq34]

Is there any way to avail these vouchers if i am working in one of Github partner organisations

[dipakrathod-tech]

Hi GitHub Support Team,

I am a verified student under the GitHub Student Developer Pack. I am attempting to claim my free GitHub Certification Voucher for the Foundations/Copilot exam before the current batch expires on June 30, 2026.However, when I click the "Request your offer code to get access" button, I encounter the following error message:"Notice: That offer isn't available right now, please try again later."Could you please check if this is an account-specific glitch, or let me know when the voucher supply will be replenished so I can schedule my exam?

Thank you for your assistance.

[ramoncruz192401]

Hello, good morning. I'm having the same problem! Em ter., 26 de mai. de 2026 13:02, Dipak Rathod ***@***.***> escreveu:

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Hi GitHub Support Team, I am a verified student under the GitHub Student Developer Pack. I am attempting to claim my free GitHub Certification Voucher for the Foundations/Copilot exam before the current batch expires on June 30, 2026.However, when I click the "Request your offer code to get access" button, I encounter the following error message:"Notice: That offer isn't available right now, please try again later."Could you please check if this is an account-specific glitch, or let me know when the voucher supply will be replenished so I can schedule my exam? Thank you for your assistance. — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#165477?email_source=notifications&email_token=AXNRDLK2MVDLZNAPSOMLNA344W5YHA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZQGY2DOOJUUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVRTG633UMVZF6Y3MNFRWW#discussioncomment-17064794>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/AXNRDLJ5U2C2RNVOEY62MSL44W5YHAVCNFSM6AAAAACBCIY7H2VHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43URDJONRXK43TNFXW4Q3PNVWWK3TUHMYTOMBWGQ3TSNA> . Triage notifications on the go with GitHub Mobile for iOS <https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1477376905?ct=notification-email&mt=8&pt=524675> or Android <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.github.android&referrer=utm_campaign%3Dnotification-email%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgithub>. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to this thread.Message ID: ***@***.*** com>

[dipakrathod-tech]

hey @morganersery1 I am writing to follow up regarding my student verification status. I previously raised a ticket regarding an issue claiming a certification voucher (Ticket 4419493). Following that interaction, my Student Developer Pack status appears to have been reset or revoked.

Currently, when I log in and attempt to access the re-verification link (https://education.github.com/discount_requests/application), it automatically redirects me to the generic GitHub pricing page. Furthermore, my main dashboard at education.github.com/pack displays the message: "We're still processing your application. Once this is complete you will have access to the student developer pack offers." Because of this stuck processing state and the automatic redirect, I am completely unable to access the application form to re-verify my student status or submit my academic documents.

Could you please clear the stuck verification state on my backend account profile so that I can successfully open the application page and re-submit my student credentials?

Thank you for your time and assistance.

Best regards,

Dipak Rathod

GitHub Username: @dipakrathod-tech

[Vishwas-verma2006]

Hello,
I am a verified student developer with an active and approved GitHub Student Developer Pack.

For the past few weeks, when trying to claim my free GitHub Certification exam voucher, I kept receiving the error message: "That offer is not available right now, please try again later."

However, as of recently, the Certification Exam offer tile has completely disappeared from my Student Developer Pack perks page entirely. I have tried logging in via an incognito window and clearing my browser cache/cookies, but the perk remains missing.

Could a GitHub Education administrator please check if the voucher pool is completely depleted for this term, or if this is a platform-wide frontend sync issue?

Thank you for your help.

[Blitzpranav]

kind look into this issue, a lot of us are facing it

[ramoncruz192401]

Hello, Thank you for your response. I would like to confirm whether the GitHub Certification Exam voucher benefit for verified students has been permanently removed from the GitHub Student Developer Pack or if it is only temporarily unavailable due to voucher stock limitations. Previously, the certification voucher benefit was visible in my Student Developer Pack benefits page, but now it has disappeared completely. Because of this, I would like to understand whether: - The voucher inventory has been exhausted for the current period; - The benefit has been discontinued for Student Developer Pack members; - Or if this is a temporary issue affecting some student accounts. Could you please provide any available information regarding the current status of this benefit? Thank you for your time and assistance. Best regards, Ramon Alberto Cruz Em qui., 28 de mai. de 2026 às 06:53, Vishwas Verma < ***@***.***> escreveu:

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Hello, I am a verified student developer with an active and approved GitHub Student Developer Pack. For the past few weeks, when trying to claim my free GitHub Certification exam voucher, I kept receiving the error message: *"That offer is not available right now, please try again later."* However, as of recently, *the Certification Exam offer tile has completely disappeared from my Student Developer Pack perks page entirely*. I have tried logging in via an incognito window and clearing my browser cache/cookies, but the perk remains missing. Could a GitHub Education administrator please check if the voucher pool is completely depleted for this term, or if this is a platform-wide frontend sync issue? Thank you for your help. — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#165477?email_source=notifications&email_token=AXNRDLM5LIYMQNEZM5J4LPD45AEBZA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZQHA4DGNZSUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVRTG633UMVZF6Y3MNFRWW#discussioncomment-17088372>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/AXNRDLMBX22FI3CVEHLY6Z345AEBZAVCNFSM6AAAAACBCIY7H2VHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43URDJONRXK43TNFXW4Q3PNVWWK3TUHMYTOMBYHAZTOMQ> . Triage notifications, keep track of coding agent tasks and review pull requests on the go with GitHub Mobile for iOS <https://github.com/notifications/mobile/ios/AXNRDLLD5MH4DAD5OIUNTGL45AEBZA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZQHA4DGNZSUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVJTG633UMVZF62LPOM> and Android <https://github.com/notifications/mobile/android/AXNRDLOTVGI7X6OCIPOE3YL45AEBZA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZQHA4DGNZSUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVZTG633UMVZF6YLOMRZG62LE>. Download it today! You are receiving this because you are subscribed to this thread.Message ID: ***@***.*** com>

[abrangel]

yo también quiero saber la respuesta

[Blitzpranav]

same here, i too am confused, i too can tfind the voucher option

[AishikTokdar]

Is the Github Certification completely gone?

It was vanished from the Github Student Pack offer page

[Blitzpranav]

same here, i too cant see the option

[ramoncruz192401]

Simply put, the switcher that always gave an error when clicking for the future GH-900 seems to no longer exist. Before, it always appeared, and when clicked, it said to return later. Now, not even that anymore! Em seg., 1 de jun. de 2026 às 04:12, Aishik Tokdar ***@***.***> escreveu:

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Is the Github Certification completely gone? It was vanished from the Github Student Pack offer page — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#165477?email_source=notifications&email_token=AXNRDLLIULY7S22POMNINR345UUEHA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZRGMYTINZYUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVRTG633UMVZF6Y3MNFRWW#discussioncomment-17131478>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/AXNRDLIZIKNC566D73S64JL45UUEHAVCNFSM6AAAAACBCIY7H2VHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43URDJONRXK43TNFXW4Q3PNVWWK3TUHMYTOMJTGE2DOOA> . Triage notifications, keep track of coding agent tasks and review pull requests on the go with GitHub Mobile for iOS <https://github.com/notifications/mobile/ios/AXNRDLOQWOBV6AZNDJ4AOCT45UUEHA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZRGMYTINZYUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVJTG633UMVZF62LPOM> and Android <https://github.com/notifications/mobile/android/AXNRDLLWIYA46LJGHJPEVPL45UUEHA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZRGMYTINZYUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVZTG633UMVZF6YLOMRZG62LE>. Download it today! You are receiving this because you are subscribed to this thread.Message ID: ***@***.*** com>

[Blitzpranav]

i too have seacrched for my certification voucher, but cant find the claim voucher option, why so? can someone help

[N-Kannan]

@morganersery1 morganersery1 I am having an issue with the reedime voucher. Can you please help me schedule the GitHub Foundations Certification Exam? I don't see the button called redeem voucher code. I have been trying for almost 6 to 8 months. Is there any Way you can generate a new voucher and share it with me? It can really help me.

[AV1019]

hello , i have github student pack , but i m not getting any such option to get github free certificate voucher plz help.\

[ramoncruz192401]

Yes, you can do that. Em seg., 20 de jul. de 2026 às 07:44, Anshul Vaibhav < ***@***.***> escreveu:

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hello , i have github student pack , but i m not getting any such option to get github free certificate voucher plz help.\ — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#165477?email_source=notifications&email_token=AXNRDLOCAR22X3YHOAGKFW35FXZ2VA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZWHE4TSMZZUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVRTG633UMVZF6Y3MNFRWW#discussioncomment-17699939>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/AXNRDLIANJNRZYMEDHG4H6L5FXZ2VAVCNFSNUABHKJSXA33TNF2G64TZHMZTAMJVG4ZTGNBUHNCGS43DOVZXG2LPNY5TQNJVGYZDONFBOYBA> . Triage notifications, keep track of coding agent tasks and review pull requests on the go with GitHub Mobile for iOS <https://github.com/notifications/mobile/ios/AXNRDLO6RHK2FII6MBKEAV35FXZ2VA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZWHE4TSMZZUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVJTG633UMVZF62LPOM> and Android <https://github.com/notifications/mobile/android/AXNRDLKQ45EIFRYBM4KHDJL5FXZ2VA5CNFSNUABIM5UWIORPF5TWS5BNNB2WEL2ENFZWG5LTONUW63SDN5WW2ZLOOQXTCNZWHE4TSMZZUZZGKYLTN5XKM3LBNZ2WC3FFMV3GK3TUVZTG633UMVZF6YLOMRZG62LE>. Download it today! You are receiving this because you are subscribed to this thread.Message ID: ***@***.*** com>

[N-Kannan]

@ALL I have a solution. Please go and activate your datacamp account and complete github part. With in 10 working days you will get the voucher. Using it you can redime github or copilet any one certificate free.

[ramoncruz192401]

It didn't work—did it work for you?

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Message ID: <community/community/repo-discussions/165477/comments/17948559 @github.com>

[ramoncruz192401]

When clicked, it returns to the same home page. Em seg., 10 de ago. de 2026 às 22:09, Ramon Alberto Cruz ***@***.***> escreveu:

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It didn't work—did it work for you? > > Message ID: ***@***.***>

[ramoncruz192401]

I'm also waiting for the exam vouchers. They were last released in September of last year, if I'm not mistaken, and haven't been released since. I believe they should release more vouchers around this time in September of 2026 as well, I hope so. Em seg., 10 de ago. de 2026 22:10, Ramon Alberto Cruz ***@***.***> escreveu:

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When clicked, it returns to the same home page. Em seg., 10 de ago. de 2026 às 22:09, Ramon Alberto Cruz ***@***.***> escreveu: > > It didn't work—did it work for you? >> >> Message ID: <community/community/repo-discussions/165477/comments/ ***@***.***>