Plan Your Next Move
Whether you’re planning your first exam or preparing for Level II, this page outlines the key dates, fees, and details to help you move forward with confidence. CAIA exams are administered twice a year at test centers around the world.
The CAIA Curriculum, in digital format, is INCLUDED at no additional charge with new registrations!
September 2026 Registration Dates
Registration Open:
April 13, 2026
Early Registration Deadline:
June 8, 2026
Registration Close:
August 3, 2026
Exam Testing Window
Level I Exam Window: August 31, 2026 – September 11, 2026
Level II Exam Window: September 14, 2026 – September 25, 2026
March 2027 Registration Dates
Registration Open:
October 12, 2026
Early Registration Deadline:
December 7, 2026
Registration Close:
February 1, 2027
Exam Testing Window
Level I Exam Window: March 1, 2027 – March 12, 2027
Level II Exam Window: March 15, 2027 – March 26, 2027
Note: Online Proctored Exams by Exception Only
Online Proctored Exams are available by exception only. Candidates need an approved accommodation to schedule an online proctored CAIA exam.
Exam Fees for Candidates
Early Registration
Enrollment Fee: US$400
Exam Registration (includes digital curriculum): US$995
Standard Registration
Enrollment Fee: US$400
Exam Registration (includes digital curriculum): US$1,395
Early Registration
Exam Registration (includes digital curriculum): US$995
Standard Registration
Exam Registration (includes digital curriculum): US$1,395
Early Registration
Enrollment Fee: US$400
Exam Registration (includes digital curriculum): US$995
Standard Registration
Enrollment Fee: US$400
Exam Registration (includes digital curriculum): US$1,395
Early and Standard Registration
Exam Registration (includes digital curriculum): US$795
Affiliated with any of our Association Partners? Check here to see if you are eligible for a CAIA Level I or Level II discount.
Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF) Singapore Accredited Program: Singapore citizens and Singapore permanent residents may apply for reimbursement of their registration fee upon successful passing of the CAIA Level I or Level II exam. Learn more here.
Canadian and Indian GST taxes apply to all fees.
The Enrollment Fee is non-refundable and applies only to first-time Level I registrations and Level II registrations in the Stackable Credential Program.
Registration Policies
- Exam registration is not open-ended. By registering for an exam, you are committing to a specific exam session, and you may not postpone from one testing period to another, i.e. you cannot change your March exam registration to September. If you are unable to sit for the exam for which you are registered, or if you do not pass, you automatically become eligible to retake the same level exam during any future exam session for a flat retake fee.
- Exam registrations cannot be transferred to other individuals.
- Deferments are not allowed and will not be granted to candidates who are unable to sit for the exam due to failure to schedule an appointment.
- The CAIA Association will grant refunds of exam registration fees only, net of any applicable fees if refunded via bank wire, if the individual cancels the registration within 14 days of the date of purchase. To cancel a registration and apply for a refund of the exam registration fee, the Individual must email CAIA at candidate@caia.org.