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Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) v4.0

Overview

The ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification is the cornerstone of essential testing knowledge that can be applied to real-world scenarios. The syllabus provides a comprehensive understanding of the terminology and concepts used in the testing domain worldwide, making it relevant for all software delivery approaches and practices, including Waterfall, Agile, DevOps, and Continuous Delivery. CTFL certification is recognized as a prerequisite to all other ISTQB® certifications where Foundation Level is required.

Audience

The CTFL 4.0 certification is suitable for anyone who needs to demonstrate practical knowledge of the fundamental concepts of software testing. It is relevant for individuals in roles such as testers, test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers, and software developers. Additionally, it is appropriate for those who require a basic understanding of software testing, including project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors, and management consultants.

With the ISTQB® Certified Tester Scheme, testing professionals at all stages of their careers can benefit from the breadth and depth of knowledge offered, with the opportunity to pursue higher-level software testing qualifications such as the Core Advanced Levels, Specialist, and Expert Level certifications.

Content

ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) 4.0
What is Testing
Why is Testing Necessary
Testing Principles
New Activities, Testware & Test Roles
Essential Skills & Good Practices in Testing
Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle
Testing in the Context of SDLC
Test Levels & Test Types
Maintenance Testing
Static Testing
Static Testing Basics
Feedback & Review Process
Test Analysis & Design
Test Techniques Overview
Back-Box Test Techniques
White-Box Test Techniques
Experience Based Test Techniques
Collaboration Based Test Approaches
Managing The Test Activities
Test Planning
Risk Management
Test Monitoring, Test Control & Test Completion
Configuration Management
Defect Management
Test Tools
Tool Support For Testing
Benefits & Risks of Test Automation
📘 ISTQB Exam Pattern

✅ Total Questions: 40 MCQs

🎯 Passing Marks: 65% (26/40 correct answers)

⏳ Exam Duration: 1 hour (+25% extra for non-native speakers)

🎯 Certification Target Audience

The target for this certification program includes:

  • ✔ Test Designers
  • ✔ Test Analysts
  • ✔ Test Engineers
  • ✔ Test Consultants
  • ✔ Test Managers
  • ✔ User Acceptance Testers
  • ✔ IT Professionals
📄 Exam Syllabus

Click below to download the ISTQB Exam Syllabus 4.0:

📥 Download Syllabus
📖 Chapter Prioritization and Exam Structure
Chapter Priority Level Questions
4Critical11
5High Priority9
1High Priority8
2Moderate Priority5
3Moderate Priority5
6Basic Priority2