OSCP prep, free.
The OSCP is OffSec's hands-on exam. You break into a set of practice machines in a fixed time and write a report.
What is OSCP?
The OSCP is OffSec's hands-on exam. You break into a set of practice machines in a fixed time and write a report.
Who takes it?
Security testers who want a hands-on certificate.
What costs money?
The study plan here costs nothing. The test itself has a fee, set by OffSec. The official site lists it.
How do I show my score?
Upload the score screen with ID numbers hidden. Someone who saw the real result confirms it.
What OSCP is
- Set by
- OffSec
- Who takes it
- Security testers who want a hands-on certificate.
- Sections
- Hands-on exam, Written report
- Dates and fees
- On the owner's site: official dates, official fees.
The free plan
The study plan, the official practice, the best free help, your proofs and your Trophy Case are free. Work through the outcomes in order.
Before you upload a score screen or a score report, hide your registration, roll, application and ID numbers. Powstik never asks for an ID number. Someone who saw the real result confirms it: a teacher, counsellor, tutor or study partner. They are told to send back any proof that shows an ID number.
1. Earn Penetration Testing Certification (OSCP)
Pass the Offensive Security Certified Professional exam, demonstrating hands-on penetration testing skills.
- Build a legal practice routine
Show: Submit your lab profile or completion list (at least 20 machines) and three sample write-ups from your notes.
- Complete the course labs and a mock exam
Show: Submit your lab progress, the mock exam timeline, and your full mock report (redacted of any course-restricted content).
- Pass the OSCP+ exam
Show: Submit your official OffSec certificate and the credential verification link, with your name matching your profile.
- Build a legal practice routine
Go deeper
The test checks the field. Powstik Varsity teaches it, with free full courses in order.
Trademark
OSCP is a trademark of OffSec. Powstik is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by OffSec.
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