What’s next from PMI?
What’s next from PMI?
Coming July 2026
We’re strengthening the PMP as the global gold standard with a refreshed exam focused on:
- Future-forward topics, like AI, sustainability and value
We’ve incorporated emerging topics to keep exam content current.
- Adaptive approaches that reflect how teams work today
Agile and hybrid methods will be emphasized over predictive approaches.
- Defining project success through outcomes and impact
Value delivery will be emphasized over scope, schedule or cost.
- Inclusive, globally aligned eligibility
Apprenticeships and vocational education will be recognized.

You can download the updated exam content outline now.
Look for a pilot of the new PMP exam and refreshed exam prep materials in early 2026.
December 2025
Approved PMP applicants can register for the exam pilot and be among the first to pass the new PMP exam.
April 2026
Look for a refreshed PMP learning suite: instructor-led training, on-demand prep courses, practice exam, and PMI Study Hall®.
July 2026
The new PMP exam launches around the world. All PMP candidates will start taking the test in its new format.

- Free for members

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Powered by multiple leading AI models and grounded in global project management standards, the latest release of PMI Infinity delivers secure, project-specific guidance you can trust, available on PMI.org and the PMI Official mobile app.
What makes this iteration of PMI Infinity different, not only from previous versions but other AI tools?
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- Always within reach
Now available in the PMI Official mobile app.
Our new, project professional advanced certification is focused on identifying project professionals with the competencies to deliver on high-complexity, high-stakes projects.
Limited Access in 2026
The certification path starts with having an active PMP, then going through a peer review conducted by a PMI-accredited organization, and finally with a PMI standardized proctored exam.
The certification is currently in a pilot program with a select group of organizations.



