CFA Exam » CFA Level I Fees

CFA Level I Fees

CFA Level I Fees: Discover CFA Level I fees and costs for aspiring finance professionals. Get detailed insights into CFA Level I exam fees and registration expenses.

Introduction 

The CFA Institute provides certification to aspirants clearing every level of the examination conducted by CFA. The CFA Institute, formerly called the Association for Investment Management and Research (AIMR), tests and certifies the competence of aspirants before conferring the professional degree. It is a three-level examination. Every level is as important as the next; candidates must clear all the levels to acquire the certification. The curriculum for Level II encompasses the topics covered at Level I, and Level III includes concepts from both levels. With every level, the curriculum becomes more complex and challenging. CFA Level I covers major subjects. Candidates are assessed on multiple levels at every step of the CFA programme.

CFA Level I Fees 2023 in India

The fee amount needed at Level I may vary. It differs based on the subjects and the training institute chosen by the candidate. The Level I enrolment fees in India might be around Rs. 33,722/-. Another payment of Rs. 52,456/- needs to be made as part of early registration fee. Under the standard registration, the candidate is required to pay Rs. 74,938/-.

CFA Level I Important Date 2023

The 2023 CFA Level I exam dates are mentioned below:

Events Fees February 2023 May 2023 August 2023 November 2023

February

2024

Enrolment Fee $350 At Registration (if applicable) At Registration (if applicable) At Registration (if applicable) At Registration (if applicable)
Early Registration $900 9th August 2022 2nd November 2022 1st February 2023 10th May 2023 13th July 2023
Standard registration $1200 8th November 2022 31st January 2023 9th May 2023 8th August 2023 8th November 2023
Scheduling 16th November 2022 15th February 2023 24th May 2023 16th August 2023 21st November 2023
Rescheduling $250 13th January 2023 14th April 2023 21st July 2023 13th October 2023 18th January 2024

CFA Scholarship Types

The table below shows the scholarships and their eligibility criteria:

Type For whom Registration discount
Access Scholarship This is for aspirants who cannot afford the CFA Level I programme fees. The examination registration fee has been reduced to $250.
Women’s Scholarship This is for women interested in the course but have not yet registered for their next examination. Also, they should not have qualified for other CFA scholarships listed in this table to avail themselves of this scholarship. The exam registration fee has been reduced to $350.
Student Scholarship This is for students attending an affiliated university. The exam registration fee has been reduced to $350.
Professor Scholarship This is for full-time college/ university professors, administrators, or department heads. They will be eligible if they teach a minimum number of credit hours at a qualified institution. The exam registration fee has been reduced to $350.
Regulator Scholarship This applies to employees of the central banks, securities commissions, qualifying stock exchanges, financial regulators, SROs, or government entities. The exam registration fee has been reduced to $350.

Conclusion

We hope this article has helped give you the required information about CFA Level I Fees. The Level I fee can now be paid in easy instalments. Check out the official website for relevant information regarding payment through EMIs.

Also explore:

faq

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to pay the CFA examination scheduling fee?

No, you do not need to pay any additional scheduling fee.

What is the payment mode for the CFA Level I?

The Level I CFA exam fee is paid in USD.

What is the CFA enrolment fee in India?

The fee differs based on the subjects and colleges chosen by a candidate. Level I enrolment fees in India might be a...Read full

Can the CFA fee be paid in instalments?

Yes, the fee can be paid through easy EMIs.

Is the CFA Registration fee refundable?

It is refundable within 14 days of payment. After that, it becomes non-refundable.