If you are
Cohort 2 student finishing the program in June
Recommendation
Take AI-900 before June 30, 2026.
Why
Course content already aligned, voucher available, exam stable.
AI-900 vs AI-901
Certification Paths
AI-900 retires June 30, 2026. AI-901 is the replacement. KOICA-TIU students fall into four groups — use the decision guide below to pick the exam that matches your timeline.
Comparison Matrix
| Topic | AI-900 | AI-901 |
|---|---|---|
| Exam title | Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900) | Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-901) |
| Status | Retires June 30, 2026 | Available from January 2026 (production) |
| Format | 40-60 multiple-choice and case questions, 45 minutes | Similar format, scenarios emphasize Foundry usage |
| Theory weight | Concepts: ML, NLP, CV, document intelligence | Concepts retained, but lighter share |
| Foundry weight | Minimal (general Azure AI services) | Heavy — project setup, model deployment, agents, RAG, evaluation |
| Code expectation | No code | Read short Python snippets, recognize correct API patterns |
| Responsible AI | Microsoft six principles | Same principles + content safety filters + audit trail concepts |
| Languages | EN, KO, RU, UZ available | EN at launch — KO/RU/UZ added by Microsoft over time |
| Voucher / fee | $99 (KOICA-TIU subsidy applies for Cohort 2) | $99 (subsidy review pending for second semester) |
Which Exam Should I Take?
If you are
Student joining second semester only
Recommendation
Take AI-901 in October–November 2026.
Why
AI-900 is no longer available; AI-901 matches the Foundry labs you will actually do.
If you are
Working professional, no prior Microsoft AI exam
Recommendation
Take AI-901 once second semester Foundry labs are complete.
Why
AI-901 covers what you build, not what AI-900 covered.
If you are
Already passed AI-900
Recommendation
You do not need AI-901 unless your employer requires it.
Why
AI-900 remains a valid credential even after retirement.
Registration Steps
1
Create or sign in to Microsoft Learn
https://learn.microsoft.com/credentials/ — use a personal Microsoft account, not the KOICA-TIU tenant account.
2
Open the exam page
AI-900: https://learn.microsoft.com/credentials/certifications/exams/ai-900/ · AI-901: https://learn.microsoft.com/credentials/certifications/exams/ai-901/
3
Choose Schedule with Pearson VUE
Pick the language and a date. For online proctoring in Tashkent, confirm webcam, microphone, and a quiet room beforehand.
4
Confirm voucher with operations team
If KOICA-TIU subsidy applies, paste the voucher code at checkout. Take a screenshot of the confirmation.