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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.

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.

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!

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.

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 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.

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.

Level 1 CBT CFA® Exam Day Experience & Structure

CFA exam CBT format means fewer questions during an exam session. See what other CFA candidates tell us about their level 1 CFA exam day experience.

2025 Level 1 CFA® Exam Topic Weights

In 2025, level 1 CFA exam topic weights stay the same. Get the up-to-date info about the topic weightage before you prep for your 2025 level 1 CFA exam.

2025 Level 2 CFA® Exam Topic Weights

In 2025, level 2 CFA exam weights do not change. View the predicted number of questions per topic for your 2025 level 2 CFA exam (no ranges, exact values!).

Experience for free what your level 1 exam is going to be like by doing our full-time mock. Available to all CFA candidates upon registration.

CFA® Exam: Level 2 Sample Questions

Solve our free CFA level 2 sample questions and get ready for the CFA exam. Need more practice? Get our CFA level 2 mock exam (88 questions, new format).

When Will I Get My FEB 2025 CFA® Exam Results?

CFA >> You’ll get your PASSED or DID NOT PASS score in your e-mail. Your detailed CFA exam results feature the thick solid gray line. That’s your score!

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.

Unveiling CFA® Exam Rules for Refund, Deferral & Exam Taking

New CFA exam deferral options, limited fee refund, key exam policies explained, incl. approved calculator, CFA exam day & personal belongings.

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Unveiling CFA® Exam Rules for Refund, Deferral & Exam Taking

New CFA exam deferral options, limited fee refund, key exam policies explained, incl. approved calculator, CFA exam day & personal belongings.

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