Testing Certification- To do or not to do?

Certification is a good value-add to Software Tester's resume. However, it’s not mandatory. These days, there are very few companies who ask for it. Aspiring as well as working Software Tester should only go for it if it suits their pocket.  If someone just started working as Software Tester without a formal training then appearing for a certification exam clears concepts. The best thing about it is it’s not theory-based that one can mug-up and clear an exam.  It’s more reasoning-based where hands-on in Testing would be required.

In India, ISTQB is one such international organisation that provides Testing certifications at different levels.  This not only gives Testers learning but also is affordable. This lifetime valid, worldwide accepted certification is designed with proper weightage to theory and reasoning.

But one should not expect certifications to do miracles on the job front. If you love upgrading skills then go for it.