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The Open Group · Enterprise Architecture · Associate

TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation exam guide

Exam OGEA-101

TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation (Part 1) proves you know the terminology, structure and core concepts of the TOGAF Standard, 10th Edition, including the Architecture Development Method (ADM). It remains the most widely requested enterprise architecture credential in job postings and is the first step to TOGAF Practitioner.

Questions40
Time limit60 minutes
Passing score60% (24 of 40)
Exam fee$395 USD
Valid forSee official page
DeliveryPearson VUE test center or OnVUE online proctored

Format: Multiple choice, closed book. Fee note: Pearson VUE price; $425 as a voucher from The Open Group store; accredited courses usually include the exam.

Who it's for

IT architects, solution architects, business analysts, consultants and managers who work with or join an enterprise architecture function and need a shared TOGAF vocabulary.

What the exam covers

Introduction to the ADM35%
Concepts20%
Introduction to the ADM Techniques15%
Architecture Content12%
Introduction to Applying the ADM10%
Introduction to Architecture Governance8%

Eligibility & prerequisites

Required: None.

Recommended: Some exposure to IT strategy, architecture or business change work; an accredited TOGAF EA Foundation course or self-study of the TOGAF Standard, 10th Edition Fundamental Content.

Keeping it active

No renewal or CPE requirement; the certification does not expire. New editions of the Standard may later warrant upgrading.

Skills & careers

Skills it validates

  • Explaining TOGAF Standard structure and key terms
  • Describing each phase of the ADM and its objectives
  • Identifying key ADM techniques such as stakeholder management and gap analysis
  • Understanding the Enterprise Continuum and Architecture Repository
  • Describing architecture governance and the Architecture Board
  • Recognising core architecture deliverables, artifacts and building blocks

Job roles

Enterprise ArchitectSolution ArchitectBusiness ArchitectIT Strategy ConsultantTechnical ArchitectBusiness Analyst

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  1. Week 1: Read the TOGAF Standard Introduction and Core Concepts; build a glossary of 40-50 terms.
  2. Week 2: Study each ADM phase (Preliminary to H plus Requirements Management): objectives, inputs, outputs.
  3. Week 3: Cover ADM techniques, architecture content (artifacts, deliverables, building blocks) and governance.
  4. Week 4: Take two or three full timed 40-question practice tests and review every wrong answer against the Standard text.
  5. Week 4: Book the exam once you consistently score above 75% on practice tests.

Make it yours: pick your exam date and weekly hours. We'll split your time by domain weight and give you a printable plan.

Exam-day tips

  • The ADM topic is about 35% of the exam (14 questions), so know phase objectives cold.
  • Questions test exact TOGAF definitions; distinguish deliverable, artifact and building block precisely.
  • Requirements Management sits at the centre of the ADM and runs across all phases; it is a common trick question.
  • 60 minutes for 40 questions is generous; do a second pass on flagged items.
  • If you plan to do Practitioner too, consider the combined OGEA-103 exam to save on fees.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does the TOGAF Foundation exam cost?

$395 at Pearson VUE or $425 as an Open Group store voucher, plus local tax.

Does TOGAF certification expire?

No. There is no renewal or CPE requirement.

How hard is TOGAF Foundation?

It is mostly memorisation of terminology and ADM structure; with 2-4 weeks of focused study most candidates pass.

Is TOGAF still worth it in 2026?

Yes for architecture and strategy roles; it is still the most cited EA framework in job ads, though employers value it most when paired with real delivery experience.

Can I take Foundation and Practitioner together?

Yes. The combined OGEA-103 exam covers both parts in one 150-minute sitting.

Official page: certification.opengroup.org. Reviewed November 2026. Vendors change fees and objectives, so confirm with the vendor before you book. Spot something out of date? Tell us.