DSCI Certified Privacy Professional (DCPP©)
Accelerate your career in privacy. DCPP is an industry standard certification for professionals entering and working in the field of privacy.
Overview
Rapid emergence of disruptive technologies & digitization of services & transactions is exercising great influence on the functioning of the economy and society. This rapid change and dependence on data to drive businesses and innovation has raised potential threats and risks to privacy of individuals, that needs to be tackled through imposition of regulatory requirements, obligations and liabilities to make enterprises accountable.
Compliance with these regulations becomes a major challenge faced by organisations, right from the stage of identification of the regulations that they are subject to by virtue of the nature of data they are dealing and the scope of application of these laws, for instance dealing with HIPAA compliance, or dealing with the effects of extra territorial application of legislations such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).To manage privacy challenges and risks, there’s a real need for professionals who know the issues and impacts of data privacy.
As skilled privacy professionals are in high demand, DCPP© certification is what employers are looking for. When you earn a DCPP© credential, you earn the right to be recognized as part of an elite group of knowledgeable, capable and dedicated privacy professionals. DCPP© is a pioneer credentialing program which empowers you with knowledge and equips you with necessary skills to advance your career in the field of data privacy. It is an industry standard certification for professionals entering and working in the field of privacy.
Benefits of DSCI Privacy Credentials
Become a part of growing privacy fraternity
Become a distinguished privacy professional
Demonstrate your privacy credentials
Get access to Body of Knowledge (BoK) regular updates
Get recognition from peers and employers
Enhance your employability
For Whom?
It is an industry standard certification for professionals entering and working in the field of privacy.
Privacy Security & IT Professionals
Risk Professionals
Information System & Security Auditors
Students
Compliance Officers
LawyersKnow what’s covered under DCPP
How to Become a DCPP Certified?
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Register
Register and payment on DSCI website
Confirmation
Upon receiving the confirmation email follow the exam schedule link in the email
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Test Date
Select test date and center
Voucher Code
Enter the voucher code provided in the email to finish the scheduling process
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Exam
Appear for the exam within 180 days
Get Certified
Clear the exam and get certified for 3 years
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Upcoming DCPP Trainings
To be announced
Training Partners
Arrka Infosec Private Limited
dcpp[at]arrka[dot]com
Reina Consulting LLP
trainings[at]privacydesk[dot]in
TÜV SÜD South Asia Pvt. Ltd.
training[dot]in[at]tuvsud[dot]com
Frequently Asked Questions
- Eligibility
- Examination Pattern
- Registration Process
- Study Materials
- Other Exam Related Details
- Certification Validity
- Exam Centres
A - DSCI Certified Privacy Lead Assessor (DCPLA) course focuses on implementation and assessment of a privacy program from an organization’s perspective, with prime focus on practice areas defined in DPF©. Contrasting it with DCPP© credentialing program, where the focus is on learning privacy as a subject from multi-dimension viewpoint. DCPP© content is designed to help students and working professionals understand various aspects of privacy – general concepts, laws & regulations, privacy principles, tools and technologies etc., with a brief introduction to privacy in organizational ecosystem – something that DCPLA© delves in deeply. There is no link among the two certifications. Hence, DCPLA© applying for DCPP© is completely dependent on one’s choice of what kind of expertise s/he wants to have in Privacy domain.
The exam consists of multiple choice questions (MCQs) covering core concepts, practical applications, and case studies.
Yes, each question carries equal marks unless stated otherwise in the official exam guidelines.
No, there is no negative marking. Unattempted questions carry zero marks.
Results are typically declared within 2 weeks. The passing score is 60% or above to receive the certification.
Visit the official portal, create an account, fill in the application form, upload required documents, and pay the fee.
The registration fee varies by category. Please check the official website for the latest fee structure.
Official study materials, sample papers, and syllabus are available on the official exam portal under the Resources section.
Yes, free mock tests are provided on the portal to help candidates prepare effectively.
Carry your admit card and a valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar, Passport, or Driving License.
The certification is valid for 3 years from the date of issue. Renewal requires a re-examination or CPD credits.
You can select your preferred exam centre during the registration process. A full list of centres is available on the portal.
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For further information, reach out to us at: certification[at]dsci[dot]in
Shaurya Bose
shaurya[dot]bose[at]dsci[dot]in
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shubham[dot]shahi[at]dsci[dot]in
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sukrit[dot]ghosh[at]dsci[dot]in
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