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PL-400 Power Platform Developer in Singapore: Exam Domains, Funding and Practice Exams
Summary
PL-400 is the Microsoft credential for developers extending Power Platform with code, plug-ins and custom connectors. This guide covers what the exam measures, what the 4 days WSQ course covers, and what you pay after SkillsFuture funding — $1,180 for Singapore Citizens and PRs aged 21 and above, or $780 for Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above.
Why PL-400 is worth sitting
There is a point where low-code runs out — a plug-in is needed, an external system has to be integrated, or a custom component has to be built. PL-400 certifies the developer who handles that boundary, and the exam weights it accordingly: extending the platform alone is worth 30–35%.
- Extending the platform carries 30–35% of the marks — plug-ins, custom connectors and code components are the core of this exam.
- It covers all three Power Platform surfaces plus Dataverse and integrations.
- It is the developer credential, distinguishing you from the far larger pool of citizen developers.
- Integration skills transfer to any Microsoft-stack development role.
The course is mapped to the Skills Framework under Applications Integration (TSC code ICT-DIT-3003-1.1), and leads to roles such as Power Platform Developer, Software Developer, Application Developer, Systems Analyst. Check the funding you qualify for.
The PL-400 exam at a glance
| Exam | PL-400: Microsoft Power Platform Developer |
| Length | 100 minutes |
| Passing score | 700 out of 1000 (scaled — not 70%) |
| Certification | Power Platform Developer Associate |
| Renewal | Free online renewal every 12 months |
PL-400 exam domains and weightings
Extending the platform — plug-ins, custom connectors and code components — is the heaviest domain, and it is what separates PL-400 from the low-code exams.
| Skills measured | Weighting |
|---|---|
| Create a technical design | 10–15% |
| Configure Microsoft Dataverse and build Power Platform solutions | 10–15% |
| Implement Power Apps improvements | 10–15% |
| Extend the user experience | 10–15% |
| Extend the platform | 30–35% |
| Develop integrations | 10–15% |
Source: official Microsoft study guide, skills measured as of 19 Mar 2026.
What the WSQ course covers
The 4 days (32 hrs) WSQ - Microsoft Power Platform Developer (PL-400) course is pitched at Advanced level and is delivered in our Woodlands classroom with hands-on labs, followed by a 2 hrs assessment. The outline tracks the official objectives:
- Get started with Power Apps canvas apps
- Customize a canvas app in Power Apps
- How to build the UI in a canvas app in Power Apps
- Navigation in a canvas app in Power Apps
- Manage apps in Power Apps
- Build a mobile-optimized app from Power Apps
- How to build your first model-driven app with Dataverse
- Create tables in Dataverse
- Get started with model-driven apps in Power Apps
- Configure forms, charts, and dashboards in model-driven apps
- Manage Microsoft Power Platform deployments
- Administer Microsoft Power Platform subscriptions
- Get started with Power Automate
- Build approval flows with Power Automate
The full outline runs to 25 topics — see the course page for the complete list.
Practise before you book the exam
Course participants get access to our Practice Exam Portal, which carries timed mock papers across the Microsoft certification track. Rehearsing under exam conditions is the single best predictor of a first-time pass.
What you actually pay: funding for PL-400 training
The full fee is $2,000 before GST. As an SWDA-funded WSQ course, the subsidy depends on your citizenship, age and who is sponsoring you:
| Who you are | Subsidy | You pay (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Non-funded / international participants | – | $2,180 |
| Singapore Citizen or PR, aged 21 and above | 50% | $1,180 |
| Singapore Citizen aged 40 and above (MCES), or SME-sponsored | 70% | $780 |
GST of $180 is charged at 9% on the full course fee of $2,000, as required for SWDA-funded courses — the subsidy applies to the course fee, not the tax.
Funding for this course is valid from 27 Oct 2023 to 26 Oct 2027. You must register and complete the course within that window to qualify.
1. SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)
Singaporeans aged 25 and above have an opening SkillsFuture Credit of $500 plus any top-ups, and those aged 40 and above received a $4,000 Mid-Career top-up. Credit can offset the fee payable after subsidy, though the Mid-Career top-up cannot be used on this course. How to claim SkillsFuture Credit.
2. SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)
Eligible employers can draw on SFEC to cover out-of-pocket costs when sponsoring staff. See our SFEC guide for who qualifies and how to claim.
3. PSEA
Singapore Citizens can use Post-Secondary Education Account funds to offset the fee payable after subsidy. This course carries the PSEA tag, so it is eligible.
4. UTAP
NTUC members can claim 50% of the unfunded fee under UTAP, capped at $250 a year, or $500 a year for members aged 40 and above. See the UTAP guide.
5. Absentee Payroll
Employers sponsoring staff can claim Absentee Payroll at $4.50 an hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per year, for the hours staff spend in training.
See the live fee breakdown for your profile →
Your route to certification
- Register for the 4 days WSQ course. Pick an intake on the course page and apply your funding at checkout.
- Attend and complete the assessment. You need at least 75% attendance and a pass in the 2 hrs assessment to receive your WSQ Statement of Attainment.
- Rehearse on the practice exams until you are consistently clearing the pass mark under timed conditions.
- Book and sit PL-400 through Pearson VUE. The certification exam is booked and paid for separately from the course.
Where to go after PL-400
PL-600, the Power Platform Solution Architect certification, is the architect-level progression. For the wider Microsoft developer track, AZ-400 covers DevOps and delivery. Browse the full Microsoft certification course catalogue to plan the next rung.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need programming experience?
Yes. This is an advanced-level course. You should be comfortable with C# or JavaScript and general software-development concepts.
How is PL-400 different from PL-900?
PL-900 is a fundamentals certification for business users. PL-400 is a developer certification where a third of the exam is about extending the platform with code.
Is the exam fee included?
No. The course fee covers training and the WSQ assessment. The PL-400 exam is booked separately through Pearson VUE.
How long is the course?
4 days (32 hours), followed by a 2-hour assessment.
Does the certification expire?
Yes, annually, with free online renewal through Microsoft Learn.
Register for Power Platform Developer training
Seats are limited and classes fill ahead of each intake. View upcoming dates and reserve your place on the WSQ - Microsoft Power Platform Developer (PL-400) course page, or call us on +65 6100 0613 if you would like your funding worked out first.
