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Scrum Master Course Fees
Course Costs, Exam Fees and Duration (2026)
What a Scrum Master course costs in India in 2026, why fees vary so much, the official certification costs you pay on top, how long courses take, and a simple checklist to judge any course before you pay.
Scrum Master course fees in India in 2026: why fees vary, official exam costs on top, course duration, Brolly Academy fees and a checklist to compare.
By Brolly Academy Team · Brolly Academy · Updated 22 October 2026
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Quick answer
Scrum Master course fees in India depend on two separate costs: the training fee charged by the institute or trainer, and the certification fee charged by the certifying body. Some courses bundle both, as with the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), where the official course price includes the test. Others charge for training only, and you pay the exam separately, as with PSM I from Scrum.org at $200 USD per attempt. Always ask which of the two a fee covers.
- CSM: course required; Scrum Alliance lists course prices from $250 to $2,495 USD, test included
- PSM I: course optional; exam $200 USD per attempt, about ₹19,000
- SAFe Scrum Master: course no longer required to buy a proctored exam, per Scaled Agile
- Prep courses: training only, exam fees paid separately
- Main fee drivers: certification included or not, mode, trainer, duration and placement support
Key takeaways
- Split every fee into "training" and "certification". The two are often confused in ads.
- The Scrum Guide is free, so self-study costs almost nothing beyond the exam.
- CSM is the only major entry-level Scrum Master certification here where a course is mandatory.
- Exam fees are in US dollars, so the rupee cost changes with the exchange rate.
- A good course includes practice with real tools, exam preparation and interview support, not just slides.
1. Why Scrum Master course fees vary so much
Short answer: Fees vary because courses include different things. The biggest factor is whether an official certification is included. After that, mode of study, trainer credentials, course length, tools practice and placement support all change the price.
The Scrum Alliance CSM page shows how wide the range can be. It lists CSM course prices from $250 to $2,495 USD and says trainers set their own prices by region and format, online or in person (Scrum Alliance, October 2026).
2. Types of Scrum Master courses
Short answer: There are four main course types: self-study, recorded online courses, live online or classroom training, and certification-included courses such as the official CSM course. Each suits a different budget and learning style.
Self-study
You learn from the free Scrum Guide, the official definition of Scrum, and free practice tests. The guide says Scrum is "free and offered in this Guide" (Scrum Guides, October 2026). Your only cost is the exam.
- Best for: disciplined learners on a tight budget who aim for PSM I
- Watch out for: no doubt clearing, no tool practice, no interview help
Recorded video courses
You buy access to pre-recorded lessons. These are usually the cheapest paid option.
- Best for: learners who need flexible timings
- Watch out for: limited interaction and support
Live online or classroom training
A trainer teaches live, either online or in a classroom. You can ask questions, practise Scrum events and work on projects.
- Best for: freshers and career switchers who want structure
- Watch out for: check whether the exam fee is included or separate
Certification-included courses
The official CSM course is the main example. You attend 16 hours of training with a Certified Scrum Trainer, and the course fee includes two test attempts within 90 days (Scrum Alliance, October 2026).
- Best for: people who want the CSM credential or whose employer pays
- Watch out for: the course must be with a Certified Scrum Trainer, or it does not lead to the CSM
3. Official certification costs you pay
Short answer: PSM I costs $200 USD per attempt. CSM's cost is the course fee, listed between $250 and $2,495 USD. CSM renewal is $100 every two years. SAFe Scrum Master retakes are $50 unproctored or $495 proctored. Convert at about ₹95 per dollar.
These are the official costs from the certifying bodies, converted with the Wise mid-market rate of about ₹95 per dollar (22 October 2026). Rupee figures are approximate conversions, not official prices.
Sources: the Scrum.org PSM I page and PSM II page (Scrum.org, October 2026); the CSM page and the Scrum Alliance renewal page (Scrum Alliance, October 2026); and the Scaled Agile SSM exam study guide (Scaled Agile, October 2026).
A few notes:
- PSM I is lifetime. Scrum.org lists no annual renewal fee.
- SAFe Scrum Master: Scaled Agile's SAFe Scrum Master product page says a training course is not required to buy a proctored exam. The study guide says the first two attempts are included in the course or exam fee if taken within 60 days of course completion or exam purchase. The product page does not show the exam price or renewal fee, so check with Scaled Agile directly.
- PMI-ACP is PMI's agile certification. Check current fees and eligibility on pmi.org.
For a full certification-by-certification breakdown, read our guide to Scrum Master certification cost.
4. What a good Scrum Master course fee should include
Short answer: A fair fee should cover the full Scrum framework, hands-on tool practice, exam preparation for at least one certification, practice tests, and career support such as resume help and mock interviews. It should clearly say whether exam fees are included.
Use this list to compare courses:
- The full Scrum Guide: accountabilities, the five events and their timeboxes, the three artifacts and their commitments, values and empiricism
- Agile basics: the Agile Manifesto ideas, Kanban basics and how Scrum fits in
- Scrum Master skills: facilitation, coaching, removing impediments, working with the Product Owner
- Metrics and charts: burndown, burnup and velocity, and how to use them carefully
- Tools: Jira at minimum; Confluence and a whiteboard tool such as Miro are useful
- Practical work: a capstone or simulated Sprint, not only theory
- Exam preparation: mock tests for CSM or PSM I
- Career support: resume review, interview questions and mock interviews
- Revision access: recordings or notes you can revisit
- Clear fee terms: what is included, what is extra, refund rules and EMI options
If you want to know what you will do on the job, see our guide on how to become a Scrum Master.
5. Scrum Master course duration
Short answer: The official CSM course is 16 hours, usually over two to three days. Prep courses run from a few days to a few weeks. Self-study for PSM I often takes two to three weeks of daily study.
Duration alone does not decide quality. A short course with strong practice and good trainers can beat a long course full of slides. Ask for the day-by-day schedule before you pay.
6. Hidden costs to plan for
Short answer: Common hidden costs are separate exam fees, retake fees, bank charges on dollar payments, renewal fees and SEUs for CSM, and optional tool subscriptions or study books.
Ask every institute for a written list of what the fee covers so these costs do not surprise you.
7. Is a Scrum Master course worth the fee?
Short answer: A course is worth it if it gives you structure, practical skills and interview readiness you would not get alone. If you only need a certificate and can study the Scrum Guide on your own, PSM I self-study may be enough.
A course is usually worth paying for if you:
- Are new to agile and want someone to explain how Scrum works in real teams
- Need hands-on Jira practice before interviews
- Want mock interviews and resume feedback
- Want the CSM, which requires the official course anyway
Self-study may be enough if you:
- Already work in a Scrum team and understand the events
- Only need PSM I and are comfortable reading the Scrum Guide closely
- Have a tight budget and strong discipline
Not sure which certification to aim for? Read our CSM certification guide or our PSM I certification guide.
8. Checklist before you pay any course fee
Short answer: Before you pay, confirm what the fee includes, who the trainer is, the schedule, the practice work, the support after the course, and the refund and EMI terms.
- Does the fee include any official exam or certification? Which one?
- If it claims to give the CSM, is the trainer a Certified Scrum Trainer listed by Scrum Alliance?
- Who is the trainer, and how many years of real Scrum Master or coaching experience do they have?
- Is there a day-by-day schedule?
- Will you practise in Jira or a similar tool?
- Is there a project or simulated Sprint?
- Are mock tests and mock interviews included?
- Do you get recordings for revision?
- Is there a free demo class?
- Are EMI and refund terms written down?
If a course cannot answer these clearly, keep looking.
9. How Brolly Academy helps
Short answer: Brolly Academy offers a 1-week Scrum Master course in Hyderabad with three fee options: Video Recording ₹5,000, Online Course ₹10,500 and Classroom Training ₹15,000, with EMI available. Exam fees for CSM, PSM and SAFe are separate.
The Scrum Master training in Hyderabad lists these options on its course page (October 2026):
What the course covers, according to the page:
- A 1-week schedule: Agile and Scrum foundations and roles, Scrum events and backlog with a capstone project, Jira and team leadership, then CSM and PSM exam preparation, role plays, mock interviews, resume building and placement guidance.
- An 11-module syllabus covering Scrum roles, ceremonies, artifacts, burndown and burnup charts, product planning, agile estimation and scaling Scrum.
- Tools: Jira, Confluence, Trello, Miro, Asana, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Kanban boards.
- Batches: classroom and live online, with the option to switch, flexible timings and new batches every week, as stated on the page.
- Eligibility: open to students, freshers, career switchers and working professionals from IT and non-IT backgrounds.
You can attend a free demo class before you enrol.
Learn Scrum in 1 week from ₹5,000
Choose recorded video, live online or classroom training in Hyderabad. Learn Scrum events, artifacts and Jira, then prepare for CSM and PSM exams with mock interviews and resume support. EMI available. Book your free demo class with Brolly Academy today.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fee for a Scrum Master course in India?
Scrum Master course fees in India vary widely because courses include different things. The key question is whether an official certification is included. Prep-only courses charge for training, and you pay exam fees separately. The official CSM course bundles the test, and Scrum Alliance lists CSM course prices from $250 to $2,495 USD.
What is the difference between course fees and certification fees?
The course fee pays for training by an institute or trainer. The certification fee pays the certifying body for the exam or credential. For PSM I, you pay Scrum.org $200 USD per attempt separately. For CSM, the official course fee includes two test attempts. Always ask which of the two a quoted fee covers.
How much does the CSM course cost?
Scrum Alliance lists CSM course prices from $250 to $2,495 USD, which is roughly ₹23,700 to ₹2.37 lakh at about ₹95 per dollar. Trainers set their own prices based on region and whether the course is online or in person. The course fee includes two test attempts within 90 days.
How much does the PSM I exam cost?
The PSM I exam costs $200 USD per attempt, according to Scrum.org. At the Wise mid-market rate of about ₹95 per dollar on 22 October 2026, that is roughly ₹19,000. A course is optional, and the certification is lifetime with no annual renewal fee, so the exam may be your only certification cost.
Is the exam fee included in Scrum Master course fees?
It depends on the course. The official CSM course includes two test attempts in its fee. Most prep courses from training institutes do not include exam fees, so you pay Scrum.org, Scrum Alliance or Scaled Agile separately. Check the course page or ask in writing before you pay.
What is the duration of a Scrum Master course?
The official CSM course is 16 hours, usually over two to three days. Prep courses range from a few days to a few weeks. Self-study for PSM I often takes two to three weeks of daily study. Ask for a day-by-day schedule, because duration alone does not show quality.
Can I learn Scrum for free?
Yes. The Scrum Guide is free, and it says Scrum is free and offered in the guide. Scrum.org also offers free practice tests. You can learn the framework without paying, but you will still pay for an official exam if you want a certificate, such as $200 USD for PSM I.
Is a course required to get a Scrum Master certification?
It depends on the certification. CSM requires a 16-hour course with a Certified Scrum Trainer. PSM I does not require a course. For SAFe Scrum Master, Scaled Agile's product page now says a training course is not required to buy a proctored exam. Choose your certification first, then decide on a course.
What are the hidden costs of a Scrum Master course?
Hidden costs include separate exam fees, retakes, bank charges on dollar payments, CSM renewal of $100 and 20 SEUs every two years, travel for classroom courses and time off work. A PSM I retake needs a new $200 USD password. Ask for a written list of inclusions to avoid surprises.
How much is the CSM renewal fee?
CSM renewal costs $100 USD every two years, plus 20 Scrum Education Units, according to Scrum Alliance. That is about ₹9,500 at the current exchange rate. You submit the SEUs and the fee together. PSM I, by contrast, has no renewal fee because it is a lifetime certification.
What should a Scrum Master course include?
A good course should cover the full Scrum Guide, agile basics, Scrum Master skills such as facilitation and coaching, metrics like burndown charts, hands-on Jira practice, a project or simulated Sprint, mock tests for CSM or PSM I, and career support such as resume review and mock interviews. Fee terms should be clear.
Is an online Scrum Master course cheaper than classroom training?
Usually, yes. Recorded video courses are typically the cheapest paid option, live online courses sit in the middle, and classroom training usually costs the most because of venue and in-person time. Choose based on how you learn best, not only on price, and check what each mode includes.
Is a Scrum Master course worth the money?
A course is worth it if it gives you structure, hands-on practice and interview readiness that you would struggle to build alone. If you already work in Scrum and only need PSM I, careful self-study of the Scrum Guide may be enough. CSM always needs its official course.
Which Scrum Master certification is cheapest?
Among the main entry-level options, PSM I is often the cheapest route because no course is required and the exam costs $200 USD per attempt, with no renewal fee. CSM needs a mandatory course, listed from $250 to $2,495 USD, plus renewal every two years.
Do Scrum Master course fees differ by city?
Scrum Alliance says CSM trainers set their own prices by region and format, so CSM fees can differ by location and by online or in-person delivery. Training institute fees also vary by city and mode. Exam fees from Scrum.org are listed in US dollars, so they do not change by Indian city.
Can I pay Scrum Master course fees in EMI?
Many training institutes offer EMI on their course fees, but it depends on the provider. Ask about EMI, the number of instalments and any extra charges before you enrol. Exam fees paid directly to Scrum.org, Scrum Alliance or Scaled Agile are usually paid in full by card.
How much does a SAFe Scrum Master retake cost?
Scaled Agile's SSM exam study guide lists retakes at $50 USD for the unproctored exam and $495 USD for the proctored exam, roughly ₹4,700 and ₹46,900. The first two attempts are included in the course or exam fee if taken within 60 days of course completion or exam purchase.
Why are exam fees in dollars?
Scrum.org, Scrum Alliance and Scaled Agile are international bodies and list their prices in US dollars. Your rupee cost therefore changes with the exchange rate. At about ₹95 per dollar on 22 October 2026, $200 is roughly ₹19,000. Your bank may also add foreign transaction charges.
How do I choose between Scrum Master courses?
Compare courses on what the fee includes, the trainer's real experience, the schedule, tool practice, projects, mock tests, mock interviews, revision access, a free demo and clear EMI and refund terms. If a course claims to give the CSM, confirm that the trainer is a Certified Scrum Trainer.
Can a fresher afford a Scrum Master course?
Yes. Freshers can keep costs low by self-studying the free Scrum Guide and taking PSM I for $200 USD, or by choosing a recorded or online course instead of classroom training. Focus on courses that include Jira practice and interview preparation, since these help most in a first job search.
Is PMI-ACP included in Scrum Master course fees?
PMI-ACP is a separate certification from PMI, not a Scrum Master certification. Scrum Master courses usually do not include it. Check current PMI-ACP fees and eligibility directly on pmi.org, because these change over time and are separate from any Scrum course fee.
Are there refunds on Scrum Master courses?
Refund rules depend on the provider. Some institutes offer refunds within a set period, and others do not. Certifying bodies have their own rules for exam purchases. Ask for the refund policy in writing before you pay, and read it carefully, especially for courses with fixed batch dates.
Do I need to pay for Scrum Master study material?
Not necessarily. The Scrum Guide, which is the basis of the main certifications, is free, and Scrum.org offers free practice tests. Paid books and courses can help with explanation and practice, but they are optional. Many PSM I candidates pass using only free official material.
What are Brolly Academy's Scrum Master course fees?
Brolly Academy lists three options on its course page: Video Recording at ₹5,000, Online Course at ₹10,500 and Classroom Training at ₹15,000, with EMI available. The course runs for one week. CSM, PSM and SAFe exam fees are not included and are paid separately to the certifying bodies.
Does Brolly Academy offer a free demo for its Scrum Master course?
Yes. Brolly Academy offers a free demo class before you enrol in its Scrum Master course. The course is available as classroom training in Hyderabad and as live online batches, with the option to switch between them. You can use the demo to check the trainer and teaching style.
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