CEH vs OSCP
The published facts of both certifications side by side. Which one fits depends on your role, experience and goals; the Plan Advisor and Role readiness weigh them against your own profile.
| CEH EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker |
OSCP OffSec Certified Professional | |
|---|---|---|
| Issuer | EC-Council | OffSec |
| Level | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Domain | Security Operations | Security Operations |
| Exam fee | $950 | $1,749 |
| Experience required | 2 years | None stated |
| Prerequisite certifications | None | None |
| Exam | 125 MCQ, 4 hours (optional 6-hour CEH Practical for CEH Master) | 24-hour proctored practical + 24 h for report |
| Passing score | 60-85% (varies by form) | 70/100 points |
| Renewal | Every 3 years · 120 ECE per cycle | No renewal |
| Annual fee | $80 | None |
| Career tracks that use it | 0 | 2 |
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