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GAQM CSTA-001

CSTA-001

Exam Code: CSTA-001

Exam Name: Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA)

Updated: Aug 29, 2026

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GAQM CSTA-001 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:Global Association for Quality Management (GAQM)
Exam Name:Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA)
Exam Number:CSTA-001
Exam Duration:90 minutes
Related Certifications:Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM)
Certified Software Tester – Intermediate Level (CSTIL)
Certified Software Testing Engineer (CSTE)
Certified Software Tester – Foundation Level (CSTFL)
Certified Professional Selenium Tester (CPST)
Exam Price:190 USD
Available Languages:English
Passing Score:70%
Exam Format:Multiple Choice Questions, AI-Proctored Online
Real Exam Qty:100
Certificate Validity Period:Lifetime
Exam Way:AI-Proctored Online Exam (taken anytime within validity period)
Pre Condition:Completion of a GAQM E-Course is mandatory as many questions are drawn from the official course material.
Official Syllabus URL:https://gaqm.org/certifications/software_testing/csta

GAQM CSTA-001 Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionObjectives
Topic 1: Testing Software Quality Characteristics (Part 2)- Testing Characteristics
- Approaches, Usability Requirements and User's Expectations
- Typical Defects
- Testing in the Life Cycle
- Quality Characteristics for Business Domain Service
Topic 2: Testing Fundamentals and Process- Evaluating Exit Criteria and Reporting
- Testing Lifecycle Process
- Test Execution
- Test Closure Activities
- Quick Overview on Testing
- Test Analysis
- Test Implementation
- Testing in the SDLC
- Test Design
- Test Monitoring, Planning and Control
Topic 3: Test Management for the Test Analyst- Distributed, Outsourced and Insourced Testing
- Test Progress Monitoring and Control
- Test Analyst's Tasks in Risk-Based Testing
Topic 4: Software Inspection- Software Inspection
- Testing Methods and Strategies
Topic 5: Review Preparation- Types of review
- Analyze Requirements Specification or User Story
- Analyze a use case or user interface and identify problems
- Management Review
- Analyze a requirements specification
- Informal Review
- Using Checklists in Reviews
- Roles and Responsibilities in Reviews
Topic 6: Defect Management- Defect Report Fields
- Identifying, Gathering and Recording Classification
- Defect Classification
- Detecting Defects
- Root Cause Analysis
- Non-functional Defects
Topic 7: Usability Testing- Client/Server Testing
- Usability Testing Process
- Attributes
Topic 8: Test Tools and Automation- Testing Tools Approaches
- Test Tools
- Troubleshooting
- Test Analyst's role in Keyword Driven Automation
Topic 9: Testing Software Quality Characteristics (Part 1)- Case-based Testing
- Mind Mapping
- Checklist-based Technique
- Specification-Based Techniques
- Test Matrix
- Exploratory Testing
- Experience-Based Techniques
- Pairwise Testing
- Attacks
- Defect-Based Techniques
- Cause-effects graphs
- Test Techniques
- Error Guessing Technique
- State Transition
- Decision Table
- Boundary Value
- Equivalence partitioning
Topic 10: Additional Test Design Technique- Static Analysis
- Dynamic Analysis

What Candidates Ask About the GAQM CSTA-001 Exam

Can you give me an overview of the CSTA-001 exam?

The GAQM Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA) exam (code: CSTA-001) is the official GAQM exam that leads to the GAQM: Software Testing certification. It sits at the Advanced level of the GAQM certification track. It is also connected with related credentials such as Certified Software Tester – Foundation Level (CSTFL), Certified Software Tester – Intermediate Level (CSTIL), Certified Software Testing Engineer (CSTE), Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM), Certified Professional Selenium Tester (CPST). Passing it proves to employers that your skills have been validated by GAQM itself, which is why the CSTA-001 credential keeps showing up in job postings.

How many questions are in the CSTA-001 exam, and how long does it take?

The GAQM Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA) exam gives you 90 minutes to work through 100. Pacing matters more than most candidates expect, so before exam day, run at least one full timed session in the Dumpkiller test engine to learn how long you can afford per question. If an item stalls you, flag it and move on — coming back later beats burning five minutes on a single question.

What score do I need to pass the CSTA-001 exam, and how much does it cost?

The passing score for the GAQM Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA) exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is 190 USD. Remember that a failed attempt means paying that fee in full again, so a timed self-assessment with Dumpkiller practice questions about a week before your exam date is a cheap way to confirm you are scoring comfortably above 70%.

Are there any prerequisites for the CSTA-001 exam?

According to GAQM, the following applies: Completion of a GAQM E-Course is mandatory as many questions are drawn from the official course material.. Certification policies do change from time to time, so confirm the latest requirements on the official exam page at https://gaqm.org/certifications/software_testing/csta before you register.

Can I try the CSTA-001 practice questions before buying?

Yes. Dumpkiller offers a free CSTA-001 PDF demo so you can review the question style, difficulty, and explanations before committing to anything. After purchase, your GAQM Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA) material includes 365 days of free updates, and if your product expires after that, you can extend the update service at a 50% discount from your member zone.

What happens if I do not pass the CSTA-001 exam, and how is my order delivered?

If you take the corresponding CSTA-001 exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can apply for a full refund under our 100% Money Back Guarantee, subject to a few conditions: the failed exam must be the one matching your purchase; sitting the exam within 3 days of purchase does not qualify, since that leaves too little preparation time; downloading the material without actually taking the exam does not qualify; free materials and expired orders are excluded; and the candidate name must match the payer name. To apply, send a scanned copy of your enrollment slip together with your official Score Report (PDF) within 2 days after the exam, and claims are processed within 7 days. If you would rather not take a refund, you can exchange your purchase for two free products of equal value while keeping the update service on the product you originally bought. As for delivery, everything is an instant download: your products are sent to your email within one minute of payment — contact customer service if nothing arrives within 2 hours — and there is no limit on the number of computers you can install the software on.

What topics are covered in the CSTA-001 exam?

The official GAQM Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA) syllabus is organized into 10 main domains. The first three are Software Inspection, Defect Management, and Additional Test Design Technique. For the full domain-by-domain breakdown, see the complete Exam Topics outline above.

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