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jreyest2005
MCT
May 21, 2026

Replacement of certification AI-102

Hello, i have a question!  I received a email, in which the IA 102 certification will be retired. The new certification is AI 103!

I am studying for the Ai-102 exam actually!

Somenone advise about?

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  • Surya_Narayana's avatar
    Surya_Narayana
    MCT
    Jul 12, 2026

    hi jreyest2005​  Yes, Microsoft has announced that AI-102 will eventually be replaced by AI-103. If you're already preparing for AI-102, don't panic.

    If AI-102 is still available for registration and you feel you're close to being ready, I'd continue with your preparation and take the exam before it retires. Your certification will remain valid according to Microsoft's certification policy, even after the exam is retired.

    If you're just starting your preparation, it may be worth comparing the AI-102 and AI-103 exam objectives to decide whether it makes more sense to switch to the newer certification.

    Microsoft will usually provide a transition period with retirement dates and guidance, so check the official certification page for the latest timeline.

    Good luck with your studies, and hopefully someone from the Microsoft Learn team can also share any recommendations for those currently preparing for AI-102.