CFA 2026 Registration Open for August Exam – Deadlines & Fees

Registration for the CFA 2026 August exam session is now open for candidates aiming to appear for Level I, Level II, or Level III. Interested applicants must complete the online application process on the official CFA Institute website and submit all required details before the registration deadline.

CFA 2026 August Exam Registration: Key Dates and Deadlines

The CFA 2026 registration cycle for the August exam window commenced on 11 November 2025. Candidates seeking to appear in the August session must complete their registration by the final deadline.

Important dates include:

• Registration Start Date: 11 November 2025
• Early Registration Deadline: 21 January 2026
• Standard Registration Deadline: 6 May 2026
• Disability Accommodations Request Deadline: 13 May 2026
• Exam Scheduling Deadline: 13 May 2026
• Exam Window: 18–24 August 2026

Candidates should ensure they register and schedule their exam appointments in time to secure preferred test centres.

How to Register for CFA 2026 Exam?

The CFA exam application process is fully online. To register for the August 2026 CFA exam, candidates must follow the steps below:

1. Visit the official CFA Institute website and create or log in to an existing account.
2. Select the desired exam level (Level I, II, or III) and the August 2026 testing window.
3. Enter accurate personal and academic information as required.
4. Confirm eligibility and upload necessary identification documents, such as a valid international travel passport
5. Pay the applicable exam registration fees online to complete the process.

Candidates are encouraged to register early to take advantage of discounted early registration fees and secure test centre slots.

CFA 2026 Registration Fees

The CFA Institute charges registration fees in USD, and fees vary depending on the exam level and registration timing:

• Level I: Early – $1,140 | Standard – $1,490
• Level II: Early – $1,140 | Standard – $1,490
• Level III: Early – $1,240 | Standard – $1,590

The one-time enrollment fee previously applicable to Level I registrations has been removed for CFA 2026 exam registrations

Eligibility and Important Points

To register for the CFA exams, candidates must meet the CFA Institute’s eligibility requirements. Typically, this includes:

• A bachelor’s degree (or be in the final year of a degree programme)
• OR meet the professional work experience criteria
• A valid international travel passport for identification

After completing registration, candidates must also schedule their exam appointment at a Prometric test centre before the scheduling deadline. Scheduling is managed separately after registration and is subject to test centre availability. Candidates are advised to read all instructions carefully on the official CFA Institute portal and complete both registration and scheduling well before deadlines to avoid last-minute issues.