How long is RHCSA RHCE training at Unisoft Nagpur?

RHCSA training at Unisoft is 45 to 60 days covering all EX200 objectives. RHCE Ansible training adds 30 to 45 more days for EX294 objectives. The combined RHCSA plus RHCE program runs 90 to 120 days with weekend intensive batches also available.

What is the passing score for RHCSA EX200?

The RHCSA EX200 exam requires 210 out of 300 points to pass. It is a 3-hour performance-based practical exam on a live RHEL 9 system with no multiple-choice questions.

What is career scope after RHCSA certification in India?

RHCSA opens roles as Linux System Administrator, Cloud Support Engineer, and Junior DevOps Engineer with salaries from Rs 4L to Rs 9L per annum. With RHCE Ansible certification DevOps and Automation Engineer roles pay Rs 7L to Rs 20L per annum.

Red Hat Linux Certification Classes in Nagpur | RHCSA RHCE Course

Q: What is the difference between RHCSA and RHCE?

RHCSA EX200 is the foundational Red Hat certification covering Linux system administration on RHEL 9 including storage, networking, users, SELinux, and Podman containers. RHCE EX294 is an advanced certification covering IT automation with Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform. RHCSA is a mandatory prerequisite for RHCE.

Q: What is the Red Hat Linux certification cost in India?

The Red Hat Linux certification exam fees in India are approximately Rs 18,000 to Rs 22,000 per exam for RHCSA EX200 and Rs 22,000 to Rs 26,000 for RHCE EX294, subject to change by Red Hat. Unisoft Technologies course training fees are separate — contact us via WhatsApp at +91-9503005060 for the current batch fees and any ongoing discounts for the combined RHCSA plus RHCE program.

Q: What is the Red Hat Linux certification path from beginner to expert?

The recommended Red Hat Linux certification path starts with RHCSA EX200 which covers essential Linux system administration on RHEL 9. After earning RHCSA you can pursue RHCE EX294 which covers IT automation with Ansible. Advanced paths include Red Hat Certified Architect RHCA which requires five additional specialist exams in areas like OpenShift, Ceph storage, and satellite administration. Unisoft Technologies in Nagpur covers the RHCSA to RHCE path in one combined program.

Q: Are there Linux administration classes in Nagpur for beginners?

Yes. Unisoft Technologies offers Linux administration classes in Nagpur at Dharampeth for all levels — from absolute beginners to working IT professionals. The RHCSA course starts from shell fundamentals and essential Linux tools before advancing to storage, networking, SELinux, and containers. Classes are available as weekday morning batches, weekday evening batches, weekend batches, and online 1-on-1 sessions. Call +91-9503005060 or WhatsApp to know the next batch start date.

FULL CURRICULUM

Exam-Aligned Course Content

Every module of our Red Hat Linux administration course maps directly to official EX200 and EX294 exam objectives. You practice on real RHEL 9 systems — the same environment used in the actual performance-based certification exam. No shortcuts, no simulations.

01 Essential Tools & Shell Access +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Understand and use essential tools

▶Access a shell prompt and issue commands
▶Login & switch users (su, sudo)
▶grep, regex, awk, sed text processing
▶Archive/compress: tar, gzip, bzip2, xz
▶File permissions: chmod, chown, SUID, SGID
▶Hard links vs symbolic links
▶SSH key-based authentication
▶man, info, /usr/share/doc resources
▶Input/Output redirection & pipes
▶find command with multiple criteria

02 Shell Scripting & Automation +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Create simple shell scripts

▶Bash script structure & shebang
▶Conditional logic: if/elif/else/fi
▶Loops: for, while, until
▶Positional parameters $1-$9 $@
▶Exit codes & $? variable
▶Functions & script libraries
▶Debugging with set -x
▶Environment & shell variables

03 Operating Running Systems (systemd) +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Operate running systems

▶systemd targets: multi-user, graphical, rescue
▶Boot process & GRUB2 recovery
▶journalctl: persistent & runtime logs
▶Process management: ps, top, kill, nice
▶renice & ionice priority adjustment
▶tuned profiles for performance
▶Interrupt & terminate running processes
▶Root password recovery procedure

04 Local Storage & LVM Management +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Configure local storage

▶MBR vs GPT partition tables
▶fdisk, gdisk, parted commands
▶pvcreate, vgcreate, lvcreate
▶LVM extend: lvextend + resize2fs/xfs_growfs
▶/etc/fstab persistent mounts by UUID
▶Swap partition/file creation & priority
▶Stratis storage pools (RHEL 9)
▶VDO virtual data optimizer

05 File Systems, NFS & ACLs +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Create and configure file systems

▶mkfs.ext4, mkfs.xfs, mkfs.vfat
▶Mount options & /etc/fstab entries
▶NFS v4 client mount & autofs
▶autofs indirect/direct maps
▶getfacl, setfacl — ACL management
▶SGID bit on shared directories
▶Extend XFS/ext4 on LVM live
▶Sticky bit on world-writable dirs

06 System Deployment & Package Management +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Deploy, configure and maintain systems

▶dnf install/remove/update/groups
▶Configure YUM/DNF repositories
▶cron jobs & at scheduled tasks
▶systemctl enable/disable/mask units
▶GRUB2 boot loader management
▶chronyd NTP time synchronisation
▶Kernel module management (modprobe)
▶System locale & timezone (timedatectl)

07 Network Configuration (nmcli/nmtui) +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Configure basic networking

▶nmcli con add/mod/up/down
▶nmtui text-based network editor
▶Static IPv4/IPv6 addressing
▶Hostname: hostnamectl set-hostname
▶firewalld zones, services, ports
▶firewall-cmd --permanent --reload
▶ss, netstat, ip addr/route commands
▶DNS /etc/resolv.conf & /etc/hosts

08 Users, Groups & Privilege Management +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Manage users and groups

▶useradd, usermod, userdel
▶groupadd, groupmod, groupdel
▶passwd, chage password aging
▶sudo/visudo configuration
▶umask & default permissions
▶User home directories & skeletons
▶su - vs sudo privilege escalation
▶/etc/passwd, /etc/shadow, /etc/group

09 Security & SELinux Administration +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Manage security — SELinux

▶setenforce 0/1 — Enforcing/Permissive
▶getenforce, sestatus, /etc/selinux/config
▶restorecon -Rv file context reset
▶semanage fcontext/port/user
▶audit2allow — create local policy
▶SELinux booleans: getsebool, setsebool
▶ls -Z, ps -Z context inspection
▶ausearch, sealert log analysis

10 Podman Containers (RHEL 9) +

EX200 OBJECTIVE: Manage containers

▶podman pull, run, exec, stop, rm
▶Rootless containers & user namespaces
▶Containerfile (Dockerfile-compatible)
▶podman build & podman images
▶Container as systemd service (--new)
▶Bind mounts: -v host:container
▶Port mapping: -p hostPort:containerPort
▶loginctl enable-linger for user services

01 Ansible Fundamentals & Architecture +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Install and configure Ansible

▶Control node vs managed hosts architecture
▶ansible-core installation via DNF
▶ansible.cfg configuration file
▶Ad-hoc commands: ansible -m ping
▶Idempotency principle & check mode
▶Agentless SSH-based operation
▶ansible --list-hosts pattern matching
▶Module documentation: ansible-doc

02 Inventory & Control Node Setup +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Configure inventory & manage connections

▶INI and YAML inventory formats
▶Host groups & group variables
▶Dynamic inventory concepts
▶SSH key-based authentication setup
▶become: yes — privilege escalation
▶host_vars/ and group_vars/ directories
▶ansible_connection, ansible_user params
▶ansible-inventory --list --graph

03 Playbook Development & Handlers +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Create Ansible plays and playbooks

▶YAML syntax: plays, tasks, modules
▶handlers: notify/listen pattern
▶tags: run/skip specific tasks
▶Multiple plays in one playbook
▶ansible-playbook syntax-check, -v, -vvv
▶Gather facts: gather_facts: no
▶Serial execution & strategy
▶ansible-lint playbook quality checks

04 Variables, Facts & Conditionals +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Work with variables and facts

▶22-level variable precedence chart
▶ansible_facts — setup module output
▶Custom facts: /etc/ansible/facts.d/*.fact
▶register variables from task output
▶when conditionals with Jinja2 tests
▶hostvars[] cross-host variable access
▶Magic variables: inventory_hostname
▶vars_files, vars_prompt usage

05 Loops, Task Control & Error Handling +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Control task execution

▶loop keyword with list items
▶loop_control: label, index_var
▶block/rescue/always error handling
▶ignore_errors: yes for non-fatal
▶failed_when custom failure conditions
▶changed_when suppress false changes
▶any_errors_fatal: true play-wide
▶Delegating tasks: delegate_to

06 Key Ansible Modules (EX294 Coverage) +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Use core modules effectively

▶ansible.builtin.dnf — package mgmt
▶ansible.builtin.service — manage units
▶ansible.posix.firewalld — firewall rules
▶ansible.builtin.copy/file/lineinfile
▶ansible.builtin.cron — crontab
▶ansible.builtin.user/group
▶community.general.lvol — LVM
▶ansible.posix.sefcontext — SELinux

07 Ansible Roles & Galaxy Collections +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Create and use roles

▶ansible-galaxy init — role scaffold
▶Role directory structure (8 folders)
▶requirements.yml role/collection install
▶rhel-system-roles: timesync, selinux
▶Collections: install & use namespaced modules
▶Role dependencies in meta/main.yml
▶ansible-galaxy collection install
▶tasks/main.yml include_tasks pattern

08 Jinja2 Templates & Ansible Vault +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Use templates and encrypt data

▶Jinja2 template syntax: {{ }}, {% %}
▶template module: src/dest deployment
▶Loops/conditionals inside templates
▶ansible-vault create/encrypt/decrypt
▶vault-id labels: --vault-id @prompt
▶Inline encrypted vars: !vault string
▶ansible-vault rekey password rotation
▶Jinja2 filters: default(), lower(), join()

09 Automation Content Navigator (ansible-navigator) +

EX294 OBJECTIVE: Use automation content navigator

▶ansible-navigator run, doc, config
▶Execution Environments (EE) concept
▶EE with Podman: pull & run EE images
▶ansible-navigator settings.yml config
▶Browsable output: :stdout, :tasks mode
▶--mode stdout for CI/CD pipelines
▶Collections inside EE images
▶ansible-builder for custom EE creation

WHY UNISOFT

Train Where Linux Professionals Are Built

Nagpur's most experienced Linux administration classes — real RHEL 9 systems, real exam objectives, and instructors who hold active Red Hat certifications. Unisoft has been training Linux professionals and Red Hat certified administrators in Nagpur since 2000.

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Live RHEL 9 Lab Environment

Practice on actual Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 virtual machines — the same OS used in EX200 and EX294 performance exams. No simulators.

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Objective-Mapped Curriculum

Every class session maps to an official EX200 or EX294 exam objective. We cover 100% of Red Hat's published exam domains — nothing missed.

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Certified Linux Instructors

Classes conducted by certified faculty with hands-on industry experience in Red Hat systems administration and automation. Subject to availability.

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Flexible Batch Scheduling

Weekday morning, evening, and weekend batches available for both RHCSA and RHCE. Regular and intensive formats. Open 08:00–21:00, Mon–Sun.

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Online 1-on-1 Sessions

Can't attend in person? Unisoft offers personalised online RHCSA/RHCE training with virtual RHEL 9 lab access — same quality, your schedule.

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25+ Years — 80,000+ Alumni

Established September 14, 2000. Nagpur's most trusted IT training destination with a 4.6★ Google rating across 1,618+ genuine student reviews.

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Placement Assistance*

Resume building, interview preparation, and placement assistance for Linux administrator and DevOps roles. *Assistance provided, outcomes vary.

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Central Nagpur Location

Located at Dharampeth, West High Court Road — easily accessible from all areas of Nagpur. 2nd Floor, Prananand Building, above Anand Bhandar.

OK RHEL 9 Virtual Lab — Online + Classroom OK EX200 + EX294 Objectives Covered OK Certified Faculty — 25+ Yrs Experience

CAREER PATHS

Linux & DevOps Careers After RHCSA / RHCE

Red Hat Linux certifications are among the highest-valued credentials in the IT job market. RHCSA (Linux system administration) opens doors for Linux administrators; RHCE (Ansible automation) unlocks senior DevOps and automation engineering roles across India and globally.

Linux System Administrator

₹4L – ₹9L

per annum | Entry–Mid Level

RHCSA → Sysadmin · Cloud Support · Junior DevOps

DevOps Engineer

₹7L – ₹18L

per annum | Mid–Senior Level

RHCE Ansible → CI/CD · Automation · Platform Eng

Cloud Support / SRE

₹6L – ₹16L

per annum | Mid Level

RHCSA/RHCE → AWS/Azure Linux · SRE · Cloud Ops

Automation Engineer

₹9L – ₹22L

per annum | Senior Level

RHCE → Ansible AAP · Infrastructure as Code · IaC

Security / Compliance Engineer

₹8L – ₹20L

per annum | Mid–Senior Level

RHCSA SELinux → SecOps · Hardening · OSCAP

Platform / Infrastructure Architect

₹18L – ₹35L+

per annum | Senior / Lead

RHCSA+RHCE+RHCA → Enterprise Architecture

FACULTY

Linux Experts, Not Just Trainers

Our Red Hat Linux trainers bring real-world RHEL deployment, Linux system administration, and Ansible automation experience to every class. Among the most experienced Linux certification faculty in Nagpur — certified, practising professionals.

LEAD FACULTY

Nikhil Sakharwade

CLOUD & DEVOPS | LINUX & AWS CERTIFIED TRAINER

A seasoned Cloud and DevOps expert at Unisoft Technologies Nagpur, Nikhil brings extensive real-world experience in Red Hat Linux, AWS, and DevOps engineering. With hands-on expertise spanning RHCSA, RHCE, AWS certifications, and enterprise infrastructure, he mentors students from fundamentals to professional deployment readiness.

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SENIOR FACULTY

Vikrant Mendhe

LINUX & DEVOPS TRAINER

Vikrant is an experienced Linux and DevOps trainer at Unisoft Technologies Nagpur with strong expertise in Red Hat Linux administration, networking concepts, and DevOps practices. His practical teaching approach and industry experience make complex Linux topics accessible and exam-ready for RHCSA and RHCE aspirants.

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I had a great experience learning Linux under Vikrant Sir. His teaching style is clear, practical, and easy to follow. He is knowledgeable and helpful throughout the sessions. The hands-on approach made it easier to understand concepts. Overall, it was a good learning experience.

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After graduating in engineering in 2019, I spent five years preparing for government exams. By the time I joined Unisoft in May 2024, I was worried about the gap in my experience and unsure about how to restart my studies or begin searching for jobs. Unisoft guided me in the right direction by emphasizing that building industry-relevant skills should come first, while job applications and placement could follow as the next priority. They made the learning process comfortable and helped me acquire essential skills, boosting my confidence to face technical interviews. With their support, I developed a strong foundation in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Linux, and Python. This preparation proved invaluable as I gave one interview through Unisoft's reference and three more by applying through various job portals. Now, I'm employed and owe my success to Unisoft's excellent counseling. Unlike other institutes that focus solely on selling courses for placement, Unisoft provided personalized guidance and a clear roadmap for learning and earning. They encouraged hard work, making my journey both meaningful and fruitful.

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Unisoft Technologies is a great place to learn hardware networking, CCNA, and Linux. Nikhil Sir and Gaurav Sir explain everything clearly and make sure you understand the concepts well. Their teaching helps you solve real-world problems easily. With hands-on practice, detailed lessons, and support for job placements, Unisoft is a perfect choice to start a strong career in this field. If you want quality training, Unisoft is the best option.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

Common Questions About RHCSA & RHCE Training

What is the difference between RHCSA and RHCE? +

RHCSA (EX200) is the foundational Red Hat certification covering essential RHEL 9 system administration — storage, networking, users, SELinux, shell scripting, and Podman containers. RHCE (EX294) is the advanced certification focused entirely on IT automation using Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform. RHCSA is a mandatory prerequisite for RHCE — you must hold a valid RHCSA to register for EX294.

How long is the RHCSA and RHCE training at Unisoft Nagpur? +

RHCSA training is 45–60 days covering all EX200 objectives. RHCE Ansible add-on training runs 30–45 additional days for full EX294 coverage. The combined RHCSA + RHCE program is typically 90–120 days. Weekend intensive batches compress the timeline for working professionals. Contact us for the current batch schedule.

What is the exam format for EX200 and EX294? +

Both exams are 100% performance-based — there are no multiple-choice questions. EX200 (RHCSA) is 3 hours long with a passing score of 210/300. EX294 (RHCE) is 4 hours with the same 210/300 passing threshold. You work on a live RHEL 9 system and complete real administrative tasks that are automatically graded.

Is RHCSA / RHCE training available online from Nagpur? +

Yes. Unisoft Technologies offers both classroom training at Dharampeth, Nagpur, and online 1-on-1 sessions with virtual RHEL 9 lab access. Online students get the same curriculum, the same hands-on lab exercises, and the same faculty — delivered via live interactive sessions tailored to your schedule.

Do I need prior Linux experience for RHCSA training? +

Basic computer knowledge is sufficient. Unisoft's RHCSA curriculum starts from shell fundamentals and essential tools, gradually building to advanced topics like LVM, SELinux, and Podman containers. Students with prior Linux experience may advance through early modules quickly. A short assessment helps us place you in the right batch level.

What career opportunities come with RHCSA and RHCE certifications? +

RHCSA opens roles as Linux System Administrator (₹4L–₹9L p.a.), Cloud Support Engineer, and Junior DevOps Engineer. RHCE adds Ansible automation expertise unlocking DevOps Engineer, Automation Engineer, and Platform Engineering roles with salaries from ₹7L–₹22L+ p.a. Red Hat certifications are recognised by enterprises like IBM, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and major cloud providers.

How long is the RHCSA/RHCE certification valid? +

Red Hat certifications are valid for 3 years from the date of passing. After 3 years, you can recertify by passing a current version exam or completing Red Hat's continuing education program. Certifications can be verified publicly on the Red Hat Certification Central website using your RH Certification ID.

What is the Red Hat Linux certification cost in India? +

Red Hat exam fees in India are approximately ₹18,000–₹22,000 for RHCSA EX200 and ₹22,000–₹26,000 for RHCE EX294, subject to change by Red Hat. Unisoft Technologies' training course fees are separate from exam fees — WhatsApp us at +91-9503005060 for the current batch fee and any combined RHCSA + RHCE program discounts.

What is the Red Hat Linux certification path from beginner to expert? +

The recommended Red Hat Linux certification path: RHCSA EX200 (Linux system administration foundation) → RHCE EX294 (Ansible automation, requires active RHCSA) → RHCA (Red Hat Certified Architect — five specialist exams in OpenShift, Ceph, Satellite, etc.). Unisoft's combined program covers the RHCSA → RHCE path in one structured course. RHCSA alone opens Linux admin roles; RHCE adds DevOps and automation engineering.

Are there Linux administration classes in Nagpur for beginners? +

Yes. Unisoft Technologies runs Linux administration classes in Nagpur at Dharampeth suitable for all levels — from graduates and freshers with basic computer knowledge to working IT professionals upgrading their skills. Our RHCSA course starts from shell essentials and Linux fundamentals before advancing to LVM storage, networking, SELinux, and Podman containers. Batch options: Weekday Mornings | Weekday Evenings | Weekend Batches | Online 1-on-1. Call or WhatsApp +91-9503005060 for the next batch start date.

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RHCSA & RHCE
Certification Classes & Training — Nagpur

Two World-Class Red Hat Certifications

Exam-Aligned Course Content

Train Where Linux Professionals Are Built

Linux & DevOps Careers After RHCSA / RHCE

Linux Experts, Not Just Trainers

Certified by Red Hat. Trained at Unisoft.

Common Questions About RHCSA & RHCE Training

Start Your Red Hat Journey Today

Red Hat Linux RHCSA & RHCE Certification Classes & Training — Nagpur

Two World-Class Red Hat Certifications

Exam-Aligned Course Content

Train Where Linux Professionals Are Built

Linux & DevOps Careers After RHCSA / RHCE

Linux Experts, Not Just Trainers

Certified by Red Hat. Trained at Unisoft.

Common Questions About RHCSA & RHCE Training

Start Your Red Hat Journey Today

Red Hat Linux
RHCSA & RHCE
Certification Classes & Training — Nagpur