PCI Practice Test 2026 — Free PCI Exam Prep Questions
The Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) credential from ASIS International validates experienced investigators' skills in case management, evidence collection, interviewing, surveillance and case presentation. Our practice questions follow the current PCI Body of Knowledge — Professional Responsibility, Investigative Techniques & Procedures, and Case Presentation — using realistic corporate, civil and criminal investigation scenarios.
While investigating an expense-fraud allegation, an investigator finds an email in which the employee's manager approved some of the questioned expenses in advance, which partly supports the employee's explanation. The client's in-house counsel says the email "complicates things" and suggests leaving it out of the report because the other expenses are clearly improper. How does the investigator proceed?
PCI format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at Prometric test centers worldwide, in English or Spanish. Since 1 September 2026, remote proctoring (ProProctor) is available only as an approved accommodation. Erasable note boards are provided; no other aids are allowed.
| Questions | 140 multiple choice (125 scored + 15 pretest), 4 options each |
|---|---|
| Time | 2.5 hours, no scheduled breaks |
| Passing score | Scaled score of 650 |
| Delivery | Prometric test centers; remote only by approved accommodation (since September 2026) |
| Eligibility | 5 years of investigations experience (4 with a bachelor's, 3 with a master's), including 2 years in case management; APP holders need one year less without a degree or with a bachelor's |
| Fee | $580 members / $910 nonmembers; retest $480 |
| Retakes | Up to 3 attempts in your 1-year eligibility period, 60 days apart |
| Reference set | Protection of Assets: Investigations and the ASIS Investigations Standard |
| Recertification | Every 3 years with 60 CPE credits |
Facts last verified Oct 17, 2026. Source: www.asisonline.org/globalassets/certification/documents/certification-handbook_final.pdf. Always confirm details with ASIS before your exam.
When can you take the PCI?
Offered year-round at Prometric test centers. Schedule after ASIS approves your application and sends an authorization-to-test email, which is valid for one year.
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What the PCI covers
Every PrepBanq PCI test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Professional ResponsibilityEthical conflicts, case assessment and risk, investigative goals and strategy, resource management, and process improvement. | 28% | ~35 | 42 questions → |
Investigative Techniques and ProceduresSurveillance, interviews, evidence collection and preservation, research, liaison with other agencies, and specialized techniques such as undercover work, forensics and confidential sources. | 52% | ~65 | 78 questions → |
Case PresentationInvestigative reports that substantiate findings, and preparing and giving testimony. | 20% | ~25 | 30 questions → |
How to register for the PCI
Retake policy
Up to three attempts within the one-year eligibility period, with at least 60 days between test dates. After that you reapply with a new application.
Score release
Preliminary results are emailed within about five hours; ASIS sends official verification about three weeks after the exam.
Credential renewal
Certification runs for three years; recertify by earning 60 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits per cycle.
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PCI FAQ
How many questions are on the PCI?
The PCI has 140 questions (125 of them scored) and you have 2 hours 30 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice only: four options with exactly one correct answer. 125 scored items plus 15 unscored pretest items..
How long is the PCI exam?
Testing time for the PCI is 2 hours 30 minutes.
What is the passing score for the PCI?
PCI passing standard: Scaled score of 650. Score range: Scaled score; 650 required to pass.
How much does the PCI cost?
The PCI registration fee is $580 for ASIS members, $910 for nonmembers (lower Emerging Market rates; includes a nonrefundable $160). Retest fee $480. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the PCI?
The PCI covers Professional Responsibility (about 28%), Investigative Techniques and Procedures (about 52%), Case Presentation (about 20%).
Who administers the PCI?
The ASIS Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) Exam is administered by ASIS. Delivery: Computer-based at Prometric test centers worldwide, in English or Spanish. Since 1 September 2026, remote proctoring (ProProctor) is available only as an approved accommodation. Erasable note boards are provided; no other aids are allowed..
Can you retake the PCI?
Up to three attempts within the one-year eligibility period, with at least 60 days between test dates. After that you reapply with a new application.
Is there a free PCI practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free PCI practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real PCI formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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