CSA Exam Preparation – Studied for Xanadu, Now Taking Yokohama Version

MirkoV · ‎08-13-2025

Hi everyone,

I'm currently preparing for the Certified System Administrator (CSA) exam, and I’ve just found out that the exam has transitioned from the Xanadu release to the Yokohama version. I’ve been studying extensively using Xanadu-aligned materials (including the SNAF book), and now I’m concerned about how much has changed in the exam content.

I understand that the core admin concepts remain largely the same, but I’d really appreciate some guidance on the following:

How many questions have actually changed in the CSA exam due to the Yokohama update?
Which new features or areas in Yokohama are most likely to appear in the exam?
Are there specific resources (besides the release notes) that can help bridge the gap quickly?

From what I’ve read, some experts say only 3–5 questions might be different

, while others suggest up to 20–30 questions could reflect new Yokohama features

I’d love to hear from anyone who has recently taken the CSA exam under the Yokohama release or has transitioned their prep from Xanadu. Any tips, study strategies, or reassurance would be super helpful!

Shruti D · ‎08-13-2025

Hello @MirkoV,

In Yokohama version, the ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) exam will have a small number of changes, likely a handful of questions (5-7), as the core concepts remain the same.

You can refer the Yokohama Release notes as these are the most important document for understanding all new features, enhancements, and changes.

Focus on the new features like:

Next Experience UI & Workspaces
AI and Now Assist
Security
Data Management

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Nikhil Bajaj9 · ‎08-13-2025

Hi @MirkoV ,

There will be only 3-4 questions difference, coming from yokohama new features, rest exam content will be same as after all everything is admin concepts. you can go through the yokohama relase notes to understand the differences between Yokohama and Xanadu release. Chill and prepare well as no major change in exam or questiosn.

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