# Exam Results - Pass

Upon passing a SkillCred exam and if all other requirements have been met, candidates will be granted the credential relevant to the Exam. 

Formal notice of achieving a successful credential from The Linux Foundation will be emailed within 3 business days of meeting program requirements.

The email notification(s) will include a notice providing the candidate's  Certificate ID number and how to access and download a PDF copy of their certification of completion.

The Exam Preparation checklist in the portal will also display the candidate's achieved score and Certificate ID Number.

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