AZ-140 Certification Training in Hyderabad
AZ-140 Certification Training in Hyderabad from Certification Mantra builds practical skills to configure, operate, secure and troubleshoot Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop. The course is designed for desktop, server and Azure administrators who want structured preparation for Exam AZ-140: Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop.
Learn through instructor-led explanations, AVD scenarios and guided practice covering host pools, session hosts, FSLogix, Microsoft Entra ID, networking, application delivery, Azure Monitor, autoscaling, backup and disaster recovery.
- Intermediate
- Azure Virtual Desktop
- Hyderabad
- Offline / Online
Certification Mantra provides independent training and is not affiliated with Microsoft. Training completion does not itself award the Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty credential.
AZ-140 Training at a Glance
| Course detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Course | AZ-140 Certification Training |
| Official exam | AZ-140: Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop |
| Credential | Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Role | Administrator |
| Location | Hyderabad |
| Training modes | Offline / Live Online |
| Duration | Contact us |
| Total live hours | Contact us |
| Trainer | Deepak |
| Next batch | 25th Oct 2026 (10AM to 1PM or 2PM to 5PM) |
| Training fee | Request current written quote |
| Exam fee | Separate unless a written offer explicitly includes a voucher |
| Labs | Avalible |
| Recordings | Yes |
What Is AZ-140? Current 2026 Certification Facts
AZ-140 is Microsoft’s exam for administrators who design, implement, manage and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop experiences and remote applications. Passing the exam is associated with the Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty credential.
As of October 2026, Microsoft lists the certification as Intermediate, product Azure, role Administrator, with a 12-month renewal frequency. The current skills measured are effective July 20, 2026.
Azure Virtual Desktop is Microsoft’s desktop-and-app virtualization service on Azure. It can deliver full Windows desktops or RemoteApp experiences across supported devices. Course material uses current Azure Resource Manager-based AVD concepts; Azure Virtual Desktop classic retired on September 30, 2026.
AZ-140 Course Curriculum: 4 Exam Domains and 10 Practical Modules
| AZ-140 Skill Area | Exam Weight |
|---|---|
| Plan and implement an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure | 40–45% |
| Plan and implement identity and security | 15–20% |
| Plan and implement user environments and apps | 20–25% |
| Monitor and maintain an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure | 10–15% |
Module 1: Azure Virtual Desktop Architecture and Planning
- AVD components and service architecture
- Personal vs pooled desktops
- Host-pool design and capacity planning
- Subscriptions, resource groups and management groups
- Operating-system and licensing considerations
- Performance and resiliency requirements
Module 2: Networking and Storage for AVD
- Network capacity and connectivity planning
- RDP Shortpath, RDP Multipath and QoS
- Private Link and network security
- Storage for user data and FSLogix
- Azure Files and Azure NetApp Files
- Connectivity monitoring and troubleshooting
Module 3: Host Pools, Session Hosts and Images
- Create host pools and session hosts
- Host-pool and session-host settings
- ARM/Bicep/PowerShell/Azure CLI deployment concepts
- Azure Compute Gallery and VM Image Builder
- Custom image lifecycle and updates
- Session-host licensing considerations
Module 4: Identity and Security
- AD DS, Microsoft Entra ID and Entra Domain Services scenarios
- Azure RBAC
- Conditional Access
- MFA, passwordless and single sign-on
- Defender for Cloud / Defender for Endpoint concepts
- NSGs, Azure Firewall, Bastion and JIT access
Module 5: FSLogix and Profile Management
- Profile Containers
- ODFC Containers
- Cloud Cache
- Application masking
- Storage permissions and performance
- Profile troubleshooting
Module 6: User Experience and Client Settings
- AVD clients and deployment
- Device redirection
- Multimedia redirection
- Universal Print
- Intune or Group Policy settings
- RDP properties, session timeouts and Start VM on Connect
Module 7: Applications and RemoteApp
- Application groups
- User assignment
- RemoteApp publishing
- Microsoft 365 Apps
- OneDrive and Teams in multisession environments
- Dynamic application delivery with App attach
Module 8: Monitoring, Troubleshooting and Capacity
- Azure Monitor and AVD Insights
- Log collection and analysis
- Connection and sign-in troubleshooting
- Session and application monitoring
- Autoscaling
- Capacity and performance optimization
Module 9: Updates, Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Session-host update strategy
- Image updates
- FSLogix/profile backup considerations
- Personal desktop and image backups
- Multi-region planning
- Disaster-recovery testing and recovery documentation
Module 10: Automation and Operational Practice
- PowerShell and Azure CLI workflows
- Bicep/ARM deployment concepts
- Repeatable configuration and governance
- Cost review and resource cleanup
- Operational runbooks
- Scenario-based AZ-140 exam preparation
Who Should Join AZ-140 Training?
This AZ-140 course is most suitable for server or desktop administrators and IT professionals who already work with Windows desktop environments, Azure administration or remote application delivery. It is also relevant to Azure administrators, cloud engineers, infrastructure engineers and consultants who support virtual desktop environments.
- Desktop Administrators
- Server Administrators
- Azure Administrators
- Cloud Engineers
- Infrastructure Engineers
- VDI / EUC Professionals
- Technical Consultants
- IT professionals managing remote desktops or application delivery
AZ-140 Prerequisites
Microsoft’s current audience profile expects practical Azure and desktop-management experience rather than treating AZ-140 as a first cloud course. Useful preparation includes Azure compute, networking, identity, storage and resiliency, plus experience managing Windows desktop environments and delivering applications.
AZ-104 is not listed as a mandatory prerequisite, but Azure Administrator-level knowledge is useful preparation. If you are new to cloud administration, build the fundamentals and hands-on Azure experience before specializing in Azure Virtual Desktop.
Skills You Should Be Able to Demonstrate After Training
- Design an AVD host-pool and session-host approach for a stated requirement
- Choose identity, network and storage options for an AVD scenario
- Configure and troubleshoot FSLogix profile behavior
- Publish desktops and RemoteApps to the correct users
- Apply RBAC, Conditional Access and endpoint/security controls appropriately
- Monitor connection, sign-in, profile and session performance
- Explain autoscaling and capacity trade-offs
- Plan image updates, backup and disaster recovery
- Use PowerShell/CLI/IaC concepts to make administration repeatable
- Explain technical decisions clearly in interviews or project reviews
AZ-900 vs AZ-104 vs AZ-140: Which Path Fits You?
Choose the certification path that matches your current skills. AZ-900 is a fundamentals-level starting point for cloud concepts. AZ-104 builds broad Azure administration skills. AZ-140 is a focused specialty for configuring and operating Azure Virtual Desktop.
AZ-900: New to Azure
Best fit: new to Azure.
Builds cloud vocabulary and basic Azure concepts. View AZ-900 training.
AZ-104: Azure Administration
Best fit: Azure administration.
Useful foundation in identity, compute, networking, storage and operations.
AZ-140: Azure Virtual Desktop
Best fit: Azure Virtual Desktop specialization.
Focuses on AVD architecture, identity/security, profiles/apps and operations.
Hands-On Labs and Practice Scenarios
Hands-on practice should help you explain why a configuration fits a scenario, not just repeat portal steps. Confirm the exact lab environment, subscription ownership, Azure credits and access period for your batch before enrolling.
- Plan a pooled vs personal host-pool design
- Deploy a non-production host pool and session host
- Configure an application group and test-user access
- Create an FSLogix profile container and verify profile persistence
- Review Conditional Access/RBAC for a test scenario
- Publish a RemoteApp and validate assignment
- Use Azure Monitor / AVD Insights to investigate a simulated issue
- Test scaling/capacity decisions and document cost implications
- Create an update/backup/DR checklist
- Clean up test resources to prevent unnecessary Azure charges
Practical AZ-140 Project
Project Scenario
A small organization needs a secure Azure Virtual Desktop service for a pilot group. The learner documents requirements, selects the host-pool model, plans VM sizing, configures a test deployment, publishes an application, tests profile persistence and troubleshoots a simulated connection or profile problem.
Expected Evidence
Architecture diagram, host-pool decision note, user-access matrix, FSLogix configuration summary, troubleshooting record and resource-cleanup checklist. Use only anonymized/non-production evidence.
AZ-140 Training Modes, Batches and Inclusions
Offline AZ-140 Training in Hyderabad
Hyderabad venue, days/timings, total hours, trainer and current start date: Contact us.
Live Online AZ-140 Training
Days/timings, platform, recordings policy and lab setup: Contact us.
Upcoming AZ-140 Batches in Hyderabad
If no batch is confirmed: Contact us for the current confirmed date and timings.
AZ-140 Course Fees in Hyderabad
Certification Mantra’s training fee is separate from the Microsoft exam fee unless a written course offer explicitly states that an exam voucher is included.
Offline Training
Training Fee
Request current written quote
Live Online Training
Training Fee
Request current written quote
Course Inclusions
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Batch status | Confirmed date/timing only: Contact us |
| Recordings | Contact us for the exact access period |
| Labs | Contact us for the access/subscription/credits policy |
| Support | Contact us for the doubt-clearing / support window |
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Projects | Actual project deliverables |
| Certificate | Course-completion policy: Contact us |
| Exam voucher | Separate unless a written offer explicitly includes a voucher |
AZ-140 Exam Cost in India
The AZ-140 exam fee in India is set by Microsoft and should be checked during official scheduling after selecting India as the exam location. Microsoft’s certification page displays pricing based on the country or region where the exam is proctored, so avoid publishing a fixed INR amount unless it has been verified from the current India booking flow.
Certification Mantra’s training fee is separate from the Microsoft exam fee unless a written course offer explicitly states that an exam voucher is included.
AZ-140 Exam Schedule and How to Book
There is no single annual AZ-140 exam schedule. Candidates choose from currently available appointment dates and times through the Microsoft Learn certification page and Pearson VUE.
To book: sign in to Microsoft Learn, open the Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty / AZ-140 certification page, choose Schedule Exam, select India and the available delivery option, review the current fee and identification requirements, and complete the booking. Current test-center availability in Hyderabad should be checked inside the Pearson VUE scheduling flow rather than hard-coded on this page.
AZ-140 Exam Facts
| Exam Fact | Current Information |
|---|---|
| Exam code | AZ-140 |
| Exam name | Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop |
| Credential | Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Role | Administrator |
| Assessment time | 100 minutes |
| Passing score | 700 or higher |
| Renewal | 12 months; eligible certification renewal is through Microsoft Learn |
| Scheduling | Microsoft Learn / Pearson VUE |
| Current skills measured | Effective July 20, 2026 |
AZ-140 Retake Policy
If you do not pass the first attempt, Microsoft requires a 24-hour wait before the next attempt. A 14-day waiting period applies between subsequent attempts, up to five total attempts within a 12-month period from the first attempt. Retakes may require another exam fee.
AZ-140 Cancellation Policy
Reschedule or cancel at least 24 hours before the appointment. Otherwise, the exam fee or voucher can be forfeited. Use the appointment controls in your Microsoft Learn profile and follow the current Microsoft policy.
Career Relevance of AZ-140 / AVD Skills
AZ-140 preparation can support roles involving Azure Virtual Desktop administration, desktop engineering, cloud operations, end-user computing and virtual desktop consulting. Employers still evaluate hands-on experience, troubleshooting, security awareness, documentation and communication skills; certification alone does not guarantee a job or salary level.
- Azure Virtual Desktop Administrator / Engineer
- Desktop / EUC Engineer
- Cloud Support Engineer
- Azure Administrator supporting AVD
- VDI / Virtualization Consultant
- Infrastructure Engineer supporting remote desktops
Student Learning Experiences
★★★★★
The AZ 140 training at Certification Mantra was top-notch. The instructor made complex Azure Virtual Desktop topics super easy to understand. Loved the real-time lab sessions.
Rahul Mehta
★★★★★
As someone new to Azure Virtual Desktop, this course helped me build a solid foundation. The training was hands-on, well-structured, and easy to follow. I cleared my exam in the first attempt.
Shalini Verma
★★★★★
This was one of the most practical trainings I’ve attended. From planning host pools to deploying session hosts, everything was explained with real-world examples. Highly recommended.
Sandeep Reddy
★★★★★
I was looking to upskill for remote desktop and VDI roles. Certification Mantra’s AZ 140 training in Hyderabad gave me the confidence and clarity I needed to move forward in my career.
Neha Kaur
★★★★★
The trainers were not only certified but deeply knowledgeable. They answered every question patiently and even provided post-training support. Great experience.
Mohammed Arif
★★★★★
As a fresher in cloud, I found this course super useful. The flexible batch timings, recorded sessions, and guided practice labs made learning easy and effective.
Divya Srinivas
AZ-140 Classroom Training Location in Hyderabad
Certification Mantra
3rd Floor, Dr Atmaram Estates
Near JNTU Metro Station / Metro Pillar A689
Hyder Nagar / Vasantha Nagar
Hyderabad, Telangana 500072
Before visiting, confirm that the current AZ-140 batch is actually running offline.
Frequently Asked Questions About AZ-140 Training
1. What is AZ-140 certification?
AZ-140 is Microsoft’s exam for Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop. It is associated with the Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty credential.
2. What does AZ-140 training cover?
AZ-140 training covers AVD infrastructure, networking, storage, host pools, session hosts, images, identity and security, FSLogix, user environments, application delivery, monitoring, autoscaling, updates, backup and disaster recovery.
3. Who should take AZ-140 training?
The course is best suited to desktop or server administrators, Azure administrators, cloud engineers and IT professionals with relevant Windows, Azure or virtual-desktop experience.
4. What are the AZ-140 prerequisites?
Microsoft expects candidates to have experience with Azure compute, networking, identity, storage and resiliency, plus desktop administration and application-delivery skills. AZ-104 is useful preparation but is not stated as a mandatory prerequisite.
5. Can a beginner take AZ-140?
A complete beginner should first build Azure and Windows administration fundamentals. AZ-140 is an intermediate specialty certification and assumes practical administration knowledge.
6. What is the AZ-140 exam cost in India?
Microsoft shows the current fee during official scheduling after you select India. Because regional pricing, taxes and offers can change, verify the live Microsoft/Pearson VUE booking price instead of relying on a fixed INR figure.
7. What is the AZ-140 exam schedule?
AZ-140 does not have one fixed annual schedule. You choose from available appointment dates and times when scheduling the exam through Microsoft Learn and Pearson VUE.
8. Can I take the AZ-140 exam at a test center in Hyderabad?
Check the current Pearson VUE scheduling flow for available Hyderabad test centers and delivery options. Test-center availability can change, so do not rely on a static list.
9. How long is the AZ-140 exam?
Microsoft currently lists 100 minutes to complete the AZ-140 assessment. Additional appointment time may be used for check-in or administrative steps.
10. What score is required to pass AZ-140?
Microsoft currently requires a score of 700 or higher to pass AZ-140.
11. How long is the Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty certification valid?
Microsoft lists a 12-month renewal frequency for the Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty credential. Eligible role-based and specialty certifications can be renewed through Microsoft Learn.
12. Is AZ-104 required before AZ-140?
No formal AZ-104 prerequisite is listed for AZ-140, but Azure administration knowledge is useful because the exam assumes experience with core Azure technologies.
13. Does this course include hands-on labs?
Confirm the exact lab plan for your batch, including who provides the Azure subscription, whether credits are included, how long access lasts and what supervised practice is provided.
14. Does course completion give me the Microsoft certification?
No. Certification Mantra’s course-completion status is separate from Microsoft certification. You must meet Microsoft’s exam requirements to earn the Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty credential.
15. Can I retake AZ-140 if I do not pass?
Yes. Microsoft requires a 24-hour wait after the first failed attempt and a 14-day wait between subsequent attempts, up to five attempts in a 12-month period from the first attempt.
16. How do I prepare without using exam dumps?
Use the official study guide, Microsoft Learn modules, Microsoft’s practice assessment, hands-on labs and scenario-based review. Avoid exam-dump material because it does not build the skills the certification is intended to validate.
Related Azure Learning Paths
AZ-104 Azure Administrator
AZ-104 for administration
Author / Technical Reviewer
Technically reviewed by: Deepak
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