The BGP+MPLS exam is the quickest way for currently certified CCIP (Cisco Certified Internetwork Professionals) to obtain recertification. The exam tests skills and knowledge pertaining to the Configuring BGP on Cisco Routers (BGP) and Implementing Cisco MPLS (MPLS) courses. BGP+MPLS may be taken to recertify your CCIP certification. It may also be taken in place of the BGP and MPLS exams required for the CCIP certification.

The following information provides general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the BGP+MPLS Exam. However, other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam.

Understand and explain Core MPLS technology and concepts

Understand and explain MPLS VPN technology and concepts

Understand and explain basic BGP concepts and operations

Understand and explain how to Scale IGP and BGP in Service Provider Networks

Explain and implement Frame-mode MPLS operations on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement Cell-mode MPLS operations on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement BGP Route Selection Using Policy Controls on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement BGP Route Selection Using BGP Attributes on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement Customer-to-Provider Connectivity with BGP on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement BGP Transit Autonomous System on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement IBGP connectivity using BGP Route Reflectors on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement BGP Confederations on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement Advanced BGP Configuration on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement MPLS VPN operations on Cisco IOS Platforms

Explain and implement OSPF inside an MPLS VPN

Configuring BGP on Cisco Routers ( BGP ) and Implementing Cisco MPLS ( MPLS ) are the recommended training for this exam.

Courses listed are offered by Cisco Learning Partners—the only authorized source for Cisco IT training delivered exclusively by Certified Cisco Instructors. Check the List of Learning Partners for a Cisco Learning Partner nearest you.

A variety of Cisco Press Self Study titles are available for this exam and may be purchased through the Cisco Bookstore in the Cisco Marketplace , directly through Cisco Press, or wherever you purchase technical books.