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Transform your Linux, Automation, OpenShift, and Cloud expertise into architect-level recognition.
At ipsr solutions limited, an authorized Red Hat training partner, you can now pursue the prestigious Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA®) credential through Red Hat’s newly streamlined certification framework.
Red Hat’s updated certification program now allows professionals to achieve RHCA by completing an engineer-level credential plus three certifications in a chosen specialization track.
Now you don’t need to do 7 Certifications to achieve the RHCA Credential.
Why RHCA?
The Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA®) is Red Hat’s highest certification level—designed for professionals who want to validate deep expertise across enterprise technologies.
With RHCA, you demonstrate:
- Enterprise Linux mastery
- Automation and Ansible expertise
- OpenShift and Kubernetes capabilities
- Cloud-native application development skills
- Architect-level enterprise problem-solving
Choose Your RHCA Specialization Path
OpenShift Track
Ideal for Platform Engineers, SREs, and Kubernetes professionals.
Core Certifications
- EX280 – OpenShift Administration
- EX380 – Advanced OpenShift Administration
Choose 3 more specialist certifications to complete your RHCA journey.
- EX316: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Virtualization exam
- EX336: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Automating OpenShift Virtual Machine Management exam
- EX370: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Data Foundation exam
- EX430: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Advanced Cluster Security exam
- EX432: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Advanced Cluster Management exam
- EX229: Red Hat Certified Specialist in ROSA
- EX480: Red Hat Certified Specialist in MultiCluster Management exam
Enterprise Linux Track
Perfect for Linux System Administrators and Infrastructure Engineers.
Core Certifications
- EX200 – RHCSA
- EX342 – Advanced Enterprise Linux Administration
Choose 3 specialist certifications in performance, clustering, security, or automation.
- EX210: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Cloud Infrastructure exam
- EX260: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ceph Cloud Storage exam
- EX358: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Services Management and Automation exam
- EX362: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Identity Management exam
- EX403: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Deployment and Systems Management exam
- EX415: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Security: Linux exam
- EX436: Red Hat Certified Specialist in High Availability Clustering exam
- EX442: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Performance Tuning exam
Ansible Automation Track
Designed for Automation Engineers and DevOps professionals.
Core Certifications
- EX200 – RHCSA
- EX294 – Advanced System Administration in Ansible
Add 3 more specialist automation certifications to earn RHCA.
- EX374: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Developing Automation with Ansible Automation Platform exam
- EX417: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Microsoft Windows Automation with Ansible exam
- EX457: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network Automation exam
- EX467: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Managing Automation with Ansible Automation Platform exam
Cloud-Native Applications Track
For Developers, Platform Engineers, and Microservices specialists.
Core Certifications
- EX188 – Container Development
- EX288 – Advanced Cloud-Native Development
Choose 3 specialist certifications in APIs, integrations, microservices, or event-driven development.
- EX183: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Enterprise Application Development exam
- EX221: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Cloud-native Integration exam
- EX240: Red Hat Certified Specialist in API Management exam
- EX248: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Enterprise Application Server Administration exam
- EX328: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Building Resilient Microservices exam
- EX378: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Cloud-native Development
- EX482: Red Hat Certified Specialist in Event-Driven Application Development exam
Already RHCE? You’re Just 3 Exams Away from RHCA!
If you’ve already earned your RHCE, your path to becoming a Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) is now closer than ever. With your RHCE as the foundation, you need only 3 additional certification exams to achieve Red Hat’s highest level of certification.
Why Learn with IPSR?
At IPSR , you get more than exam preparation.
What You Receive
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Official Red Hat curriculum
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Certified instructors with enterprise experience
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Hands-on labs and real-world projects
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Flexible learning modes (Online / Classroom / Corporate)
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Exam guidance and certification mentoring
The New RHCA Advantage
Under Red Hat’s new certification model, RHCA is now more flexible and specialization-driven—allowing professionals to build architect-level credentials aligned to real job roles. Certifications remain current for 3 years, with renewal options through higher-level or equivalent credentials.
Ready to Become an Architect?
5 Certifications. One Goal. Limitless Opportunities.
Start your RHCA journey with IPSR today and become a recognized Red Hat architect in your chosen technology domain.
Career Opportunities After RHCA
An RHCA certification can open doors to high-demand enterprise technology roles including:
Career Roles
Platform Engineer
DevOps Engineer
Cloud Architect
Linux Architect
OpenShift Administrator
Automation Specialist
Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
Infrastructure Consultant
Salary Insights
India
RHCA-certified professionals can earn approximately:
₹12 LPA to ₹35+ LPA
depending on experience, specialization, and enterprise exposure.
Global Demand
OpenShift, Linux, Automation, and Cloud-Native skills remain among the most sought-after enterprise IT skills worldwide, especially across:
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Europe
North America