CFA Level 1 Registration 2026 (Open for May & Aug) - Fees, Last Date, Eligibility

CFA Level 1 Registration Date 2026

Candidates can check the detailed schedule of CFA level 1 below in a table. The CFA level 1 dates have been released on the institute's official website.

CFA Level 1 Registration: Important Dates

CFA Level 1 Eligibility Criteria 2026

The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute prescribes the CFA level 1 eligibility criteria on its official website. Candidates should meet one of the following eligibility requirements before filling out the CFA Level 1 application form-

• Bachelor's Degree: Candidates should complete a Bachelor’s or equivalent program and have a degree from a recognized university/ college

• Work Experience: Candidates should have a combination of 4000 hours of work experience and/or higher education that is acquired after studying at least 4 years

• Undergraduate Student: A candidate must have 23 months or fewer left before the graduation month to enrol for the CFA Level 1

How to Register for CFA Level 1 in India

As mentioned above, for the year 2026, The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute conducts the exam four times a year. Candidates who want to register for the CFA Level 1 exams can follow the given steps.

Step 1 - The very first step is to go to the CFA Institute’s official website - cfainstitute.org. Click on the link “Programs” shown on the menu bar of the homepage. Select the option “Register” given under the drop-down menu as shown in the following image.

Step 2 - You will be redirected to the register page. Now scroll down and click on the “Enroll and Register” link to proceed further for the CFA Level 1 registration 2026 session.

Step 3 - Enter your email address to login. Once logged in, select the option “CFA Level 1” to proceed for filling the application form. Details that candidates are required to fill out while submitting the form-

• Address details

• Preferred exam centres for CFA Level 1

• Passport number

• Employment status

Check all the policies mentioned on the official website of the CFA institute before final submission and then check the box of the statement of understanding.

Step 4 - After filling the application form, make the registration payment according to the CFA Level 1 fee guidelines.

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Documents Required for CFA Level 1 Registration

The CFA institute does not ask for any mark sheet/certificates or other documents for registration. However, the institute can request for a copy of diploma/degree, mark sheet, any other relevant documents anytime during the course of study or even after one has become a CFA.

Also, check - CFA Level 1 Questions Paper PDF

CFA Level 1 Fee 2026

The CFA level 1 registration fee varies depending as per the deadlines of registration. For the 2026 exam cycle, the one-time enrollment fee has been eliminated for new candidates. Candidates opting for CFA early registration have to pay a lesser fee. Candidates who fill the application form after the early registration deadline but before the last date need to pay a standard registration fee.

CFA Level 1 Registration Fee

Also, check - CFA Level 1 Syllabus 2026

CFA Level 1 Exam Centres 2026

The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute conducts the CFA Level 1 exam in computer-based mode at designated CFA exam centres. Over 400 exam centres around the globe are available where candidates can appear for the CFA level 1 exam. In India there are 23 CFA exam centres.

CFA Level 1 Exam Scheduling

Candidates are allowed to schedule their CFA Level I exams. The deadline to schedule the exams usually extends beyond the registration deadline. Candidates can schedule the examinations as per their preference and there is no additional fee.

Also, check - CFA Level 1 Exam Pattern 2026

CFA Level 1 Exam Rescheduling

After scheduling the exam, if a candidate wants to reschedule their exams, then they will have to pay an additional rescheduling fee of USD 250. The rescheduling fee is non-refundable. The deadline for rescheduling is specified at the time of release of CFA Level 1 dates for a particular session.

Also, check - CFA Level 1 Study Material 2026

What after CFA Level 1 registration?

The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute releases the CFA Level 1 admission ticket in online mode after the registration period is over. Candidates who are unable to download the admit card from the website can also request for a fax copy of the hall ticket from the institute.

Also, check - CFA Level 1 Result