MTCNA 100%
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MikroTik Certified Network Associate
Valid May 2025 – May 2028 · Verify on mikrotik.com →
I can diagnose, configure, and optimize any RouterOS deployment from the ground up.
What This Certification Validates
The foundation every MikroTik project requires. Perfect score demonstrates complete command of RouterOS fundamentals.
- · IP addressing & subnetting
- · Bridging & switching
- · Static routing fundamentals
- · Firewall filter basics
- · NAT (srcnat / dstnat)
- · QoS basics (simple queues)
- · Tunnels (PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP)
- · Wireless fundamentals
- · RouterOS CLI & WinBox
- · System tools & monitoring
MTCNA vs Cisco CCNA
| Dimension | MTCNA | Cisco CCNA |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | RouterOS-specific, deep | Multi-vendor, broad |
| Vendor lock | MikroTik only | Cisco-centric but vendor-neutral concepts |
| Hands-on depth | Full CLI/WinBox lab work | Simulation-based (Packet Tracer) |
| Renewal cycle | 3 years, re-exam required | 3 years, CE credits accepted |
| Cost | ~$300 (training + exam) | ~$330 (exam only) |
Synergy Connections
MTCNA combines with these certifications.
Real-World Application
Anonymized engagements demonstrating this expertise.
Case #1
- Situation
- Small business with intermittent connectivity and no documentation of existing MikroTik setup.
- Challenge
- Previous admin left no config backups; 3 VLANs, NAT, and DHCP were misconfigured after a firmware update.
- Methodology
- Full RouterOS audit via /export, reconstructed logical topology, fixed bridge port assignments, corrected NAT rules, documented everything.
- Result
- Stable connectivity restored in 2 hours. Client received full config documentation and backup procedures.
Exam Details
View exam format and certification details
- Format
- 25 multiple-choice questions, open-book
- Pass score
- 60%
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Prerequisite
- None (entry-level)
- Training
- 2 days
- Validity
- 3 years
- Global rarity
- ~10,000–20,000 active holders
- RouterOS ver.
- RouterOS v7
Score History
View score progression across certification cycles
2016 90% Moscow
2019 99% Kuala Lumpur
2022 99% Bangkok
2025 100% Bangkok
Training providers: MikroTik Russia, Citraweb (ID), MikroTik SEA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does MTCNA certification cover?
MTCNA validates foundational RouterOS knowledge: IP addressing, bridging, static routing, firewall basics, NAT, QoS, tunnels, and wireless fundamentals. It is the prerequisite for all specialist MikroTik certifications.
How is MTCNA different from Cisco CCNA?
MTCNA is MikroTik-specific with deep RouterOS hands-on labs, while CCNA covers broader multi-vendor networking concepts. MTCNA is narrower in scope but deeper on RouterOS implementation.
What projects require MTCNA-level expertise?
Any MikroTik deployment — from small office routers to complex multi-site networks. MTCNA knowledge is the foundation; complex projects additionally require specialist certifications.
How do I verify a consultant's MTCNA certification?
Every MikroTik certification can be verified on mikrotik.com/training/certificates using the certificate ID. The verification page shows the holder's name, score, and validity dates.
Is MTCNA certification still relevant in 2025?
Yes. MikroTik updated the MTCNA curriculum for RouterOS v7. As the prerequisite for all specialist certs and the foundation of RouterOS expertise, MTCNA remains essential.
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