Entry-level practical penetration testing certification covering network scanning, exploitation, and web application testing via a hands-on exam. Designed for those new to cybersecurity — no formal experience required.
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eLearnSecurity acquired by INE — branding now "eJPTv2" (current). New version added more web app coverage. Some practitioners feel old eJPTv1 was tighter scope; v2 broader but slightly more shallow.
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Recommended path for budget-conscious career-switchers: TryHackMe → eJPT → OSCP or HTB CPTS. eJPT validates fundamentals (Linux, networking, basic exploitation) before committing $1,649+ for OSCP. Doesn't expire.
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Career-switchers from non-security backgrounds report eJPT is the credible alternative to CEH at fraction of cost. Hands-on focus matches real pentest work. Recognized in security community even if HR ATS doesn't always pick it up.
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Best entry-level pentest cert by $/value as of 2024. ~$249 USD. 100% hands-on (3-day exam, real lab, write-up). INE provides the prep course (PTS — Penetration Testing Student) at affordable price. Excellent OSCP stepping stone.
Official INE prep course for eJPT. Subscription unlocks all materials + lab + exam voucher after completion.
Browser-based pentest labs — excellent supplementary prep before sitting eJPT exam.
TJnull's curated list maps boxes by difficulty — many are excellent eJPT prep too.
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Exam Duration
48h
Pass Score
70%
Remote Proctored
Test center only
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Study Time
~40 hours