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CFA Level I candidates concentrate on the tools and concepts related to investment valuation and portfolio management, as well as an overview of how these processes fit within the guidelines of the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct.
Level I Exam Details
Exam Format: Computer-based, multiple-choice
Attempts Allowed: Up to six per level
Exam Windows: February, May, August, November
Question Breakdown:
180 total questions (split into two sessions)
Sessions 1 & 2: 90 questions each (2 hours 15 min per session)
CFA Level I exam takers who worked in financial roles the year before and the year after passing the Level I exam stated they received a 14% earnings increase
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Find out when you need to register to sit for your CFA Level I exam.
Level I Exam Dates | May 12-18, 2026 | August 18-24, 2026 | November 11-17, 2026 |
Registration and Scheduling Windows Open | August 12, 2025 | November 11, 2025 | February 11, 2026 |
Early Registration Deadline | October 14, 2025 | January 21, 2026 | April 15. 2026 |
Registration Closes | February 12, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | August 11, 2026 |
Scheduling Deadline | February 18, 2026 | May 13, 2026 | August 18, 2026 |
Rescheduling Deadline | May 1, 2026 | August 7, 2026 | October 31, 2026 |
CFA Institute has not yet announced the full schedule for the 2026 exams. Please check back soon for the latest information.
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