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What Is CFA® Exam? How to Gain CFA Charter?

The CFA exam is a series of 3 exams (levels). To gain the globally recognized CFA Charter, you need to complete the 3 levels of the CFA exam with success.

2025 Level 1 CFA® Exam in Detail

CFA exam, level 1, tests you on 10 topics. In 2025, the level 1 CFA exam is more expensive. The 2025 exam registration windows are now available!

2025 Level 2 CFA® Exam Summary

The level 2 CFA exam is held 3 times a year, in the CBT format. Check the 2025 level 2 CFA exam dates and how to register for your level 2 exam.

Level 3 CFA® Exam: 2025 Dates & Differences

The level 3 CFA exam is held in Feb and Aug. There are some changes to the level 3 CFA exam in 2025! Passing your level 3 is a prerequisite for CFA designation.

CFA® Exams in 2025, All Dates & Levels

2025 CFA exam dates: FEB 17-23, MAY 14-20, AUG 20-26, NOV 12-18 for level 1, MAY 21-25, AUG 27-31, NOV 19-23 for level 2, and FEB 13-16, AUG 15-19 for level 3. Find all 2025 CFA exam dates.

2025 CFA® Exam Dates & Schedule

In 2025, the level 1 CFA exam is scheduled 4 times a year, in Feb, May, Aug, and Nov. Level 2 is scheduled 3 times & level 3 – 2 times a year.

2025 Level 1 CFA® Exam Calendar & Deadlines Explained

This 2025 CFA exam calendar includes all the deadlines for the level 1 CFA exam such as the registration, scheduling, and rescheduling deadlines.

Feb 2025 Level 1 CFA® Exam Result Date & More...

The FEB 2025 CFA exam window is from 17 to 23 Feb. The FEB 2025 level 1 CFA exam result date is 1 Apr 2025 at the soonest. The FEB 2026 registration window opens soon after.

Feb 2025 Level 3 CFA® Exam Result Date & More...

The FEB 2025 level 3 CFA exam window is from 13 to 16 Feb. The FEB 2025 level 3 CFA exam result date is 8 Apr 2025 at the soonest. The FEB 2026 registration window opens soon after.

May 2025 Level 1 CFA® Exam Registration & Other Dates

The May 2025 CFA exam registration closes on 6 Feb 2025. The CFA exam date for May 2025 level 1 candidates is between 14 and 20 May. Results arrive in June!

May 2025 Level 2 CFA® Exam Registration & Other Dates

The May 2025 CFA exam registration closes on 6 Feb 2025. The CFA exam date for May 2025 level 2 candidates is between 21 and 25 May. Results arrive in July!

August 2025 Level 1 CFA® Exam Registration... & Other Dates

The AUG 2025 level 1 CFA exam registration opens on 6 Nov! The early registration for AUG 2025 candidates is 29 Jan 2025. See more CFA exam dates.

August 2025 Level 2 CFA® Exam Registration... & Other Dates

The AUG 2025 level 2 CFA exam registration opens on 6 Nov! The early registration for AUG 2025 candidates is 29 Jan 2025. See more CFA exam dates.

August 2025 Level 3 CFA® Exam Registration... & Other Dates

The AUG 2025 level 1 CFA exam registration opens on 6 Nov! The early registration for AUG 2025 candidates is 29 Jan 2025. See more CFA exam dates.

November 2025 Level 1 CFA® Exam Registration... & Other Dates

The NOV 2025 level 1 CFA exam registration opens on 12 Feb! The early registration for NOV 2025 candidates is 9 Apr 2025. See more CFA exam dates.

November 2025 Level 2 CFA® Exam Registration... & Other Dates

The NOV 2025 level 2 CFA exam registration opens on 12 Feb! The early registration for NOV 2025 candidates is 9 Apr 2025. See more CFA exam dates.

2025 & 2026 CFA® Exam Registration Step by Step

CFA exam registration: See how to enroll in your level 1 CFA exam. Check 2025/2026 registration fees and deadlines. Don't forget to schedule your exam!

CFA® Exam Fees Grow in 2025 & Even More in 2026...

The 2026 level 1 CFA exam fee for early birds is USD 1,140 and the standard registration fee for level 1 in 2026 is USD 1,490. That's higher than in 2025!

CFA® Exam Format under Computer-Based Testing (CBT)

CFA EXAM FORMAT: Computer-based testing (CBT) with a new CFA exam structure for all exam levels. CFA exam testing time gets reduced to ca. 4.5 hours.

Everything About CFA®, 9 Short Facts

The CFA exam is a series of 3 exams (levels). Be well prepared for each exam 'cos pass rates are rather low. On the exam day, you'll be tested on 10 topics.

Start Prep Calculator for CFA® Candidates

Check this quick Start Prep Calculator for CFA Candidates and see when to start preparing for your CFA exam. Choose the pace of your CFA exam prep.

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CFA® Exam Fees Grow in 2025 & Even More in 2026...

The 2026 level 1 CFA exam fee for early birds is USD 1,140 and the standard registration fee for level 1 in 2026 is USD 1,490. That's higher than in 2025!

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Everything About CFA®, 9 Short Facts

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