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The PreGISP Exam is a groundbreaking development in the geospatial profession for emerging geospatial professionals. The exam is:

  • Software-agnostic,
  • based upon academic curriculum,
  • informed by the GIS&T Body of Knowledge,
  • and guided by the Geospatial Technology Competency Model (GTCM).

PreGISP Exam Application Information

Next PreGISP Testing Dates

April 21-28, 2025

The Exam application period for April 2025 is now open.

Apply Now

Guidelines

  • Candidates must meet the exam eligibility requirements.
  • Each exam is proctored online through Pearson VUE testing. Click here for Test Center Information. 
  • The exam is scheduled for 2 hours in duration and consists of 75 scored questions.
  • Failure to take scheduled exam without notification to GISCI staff will result in forfeiture of the exam fees. If you cannot attend your scheduled exam due to extreme circumstances, you must contact info@gisci.org at least 24 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule.
  • Accommodations for the GISCI Geospatial Core Technical Knowledge Exam are available. For more information, click here.

PreGISP
Knowledge Exam®
Categories

Knowledge Categories %
1.  Analytical Methods & GeoComputation 18%
2.  Cartography & Visualization 10%
3.  Conceptual Foundations 14%
4.  Data Modeling 12%
5.  Design of Systems 6%
6.  GeoComputation 3%
7.  Geospatial Data 10%
8.  GI & Society 3%
9.  Image Processing 3%
10. Organizational / Inst. Aspects 7%
11.  Physical Principles 1%
12.  Platforms, Sensors 9%
13.  Web-Based GIS 6%
Total Weight

 

Start Your Path on Becoming a GISP!

Get started on your journey to becoming a GISP by becoming an Emerging GIS Professional (GISP-E) today!

  • Registration

  • Exam
    Application
    $125($US)
     

  • Certification
    As a GISP-E

  • Gain 3
    Years Prof.
    Experience

  • Portfolio
    Submission
     

    Pass
    GISP Exam

  • GISP Certification
    for
    3 Years

Eligibility Requirements
  • You must graduate within the next three months and do not plan to immediately enroll in another degree -or-
  • You must have graduated within the last twelve months and do not plan to immediately enroll in another degree.
  • You must plan to enter the geospatial workforce after graduation.
  • You must have less than one year of professional experience in the geospatial field.

Failure to meet all of these requirements may result in revocation of the certification and loss of fees.

Sample Exam Questions

coming soon

Getting Started:

Candidates may enroll in the Exam if they meet the requirements.

1. Apply

Access and
Submit Application

Access via your log in credentials and submit PreGIS exam application to GISCI

Candidates should review the Exam Blueprint.

2. Confirm

Receive Confirmation

Receive exam application confirmation of meeting requirements.

Each Exam is proctored online with Pearson VUE and can be taken world wide. Click here for Test Center Information. GO

3. Pay

Pay the PreGISP Exam Fee

Pay the PreGISP Exam fees to GISCI (Either pay online at checkout, or request payment instructions via email)

The Exam is scheduled for 2 hours in duration and consists of 75 scored questions.

4. Schedule

Arrange Exam Time and Location with Pearson VUE

After payment confirmation, receive Pearson VUE email authorization confirmation, and select the time with Pearson VUE (our testing provider).