# Important Update: Software Testing Certification Track Changes

**URL:** <https://forum.uipath.com/t/important-update-software-testing-certification-track-changes/5741884>\
**Category:** Certification\
**Tags:** test-cloud\
**Created:** [April 27, 2026, 12:37am UTC](https://forum.uipath.com/t/important-update-software-testing-certification-track-changes/5741884 "2026-04-27T00:37:12Z")\
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We wanted to give you an early heads-up about an upcoming update to the Software Testing certification track.

On May 13, 2026, UiPath will launch the new Test Cloud Architect Professional certification, a new credential designed to reflect modern testing practices.

This certification emphasizes:

- Integration of testing into CI/CD pipelines using UiPath Test Cloud
- Intelligent test generation and scalable execution
- Architecting enterprise governance and cloud-based testing ecosystems

Here’s what to expect:

- UiPath-TCAPv1: Test Cloud Architect Professional exam will be released as a qualification exam
- The current **Software Testing Engineer Professional certification will be retired**
- The **Software Testing Engineer Professional exam will still be available until August 15, 2026**
- If you pass Software Testing Engineer Professional (UiPath-STEPv1) exam during that time, you’ll **qualify for Test Cloud Architect Professional**
- If you already hold Software Testing Engineer Professional, your certification remains valid until it expires
- Existing vouchers for STEPv1 can be used for TCAPv1

👉 If you’re currently studying for Software Testing Engineer Professional exam (UiPath-STEPv1), plan to complete it within the transition window.

To help you plan your next step, review the full exam details here:

[Test Cloud Architect Professional exam description](https://start.uipath.com/rs/995-XLT-886/images/UiPath%20Test%20Cloud%20Architect%20Professional%20Exam%20Description.pdf?version=0)

When you’re ready, register for your exam [through Pearson VUE](https://wsr.pearsonvue.com/testtaker/signin/SignInPage/UIPATH).

 ![A new chapter in Software Testing certification](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/uipath/original/4X/c/0/4/c0477abe5a606ffd8ff963c559d0e78cde134d24.png)