The early registration deadline for the CFA Level 1 February 2027 exam is July 7, 2026 . Candidates must register on the official CFA Institute website to apply.
CFA Level 1 February 2027 Exam Details
The CFA Level 1 exam for February 2027 will be administered from February 22 to February 28, 2027 . The final date to register for this exam session is November 5, 2026 .
Key Dates for CFA Level 1 February 2027
CFA Institute has released a schedule of important dates for the February 2027 exam session. These include:
| Item | Date |
| Registration Period | May 5 to November 5, 2026 |
| Early Registration Deadline | July 7, 2026 |
| Invoice Payment Deadline | September 26, 2026 |
| Scheduling Deadline | November 10, 2026 |
| Disability Accommodations Request Deadline | November 11, 2026 |
| Rescheduling Deadline | February 11, 2026 |
| Exam Dates | February 22 to 28, 2027 |
Registration Fees
Fees for the CFA Level 1 exam are tiered based on registration timing. Candidates can submit their registration fees online. Fees are:
| Category | Fee (USD) |
| Early Registration | 1,140 |
| Standard Registration | 1,490 |
| Rescheduling Fee | 250 |
The rescheduling fee applies only if candidates change their exam date within the designated window.
How to Register
Interested candidates should follow these steps to register for the CFA Level 1 February 2027 exam:
- Visit the official CFA Institute website at cfainstitute.org .
- Locate and click on the CFA registration link.
- Create an account or log in if you have an existing one.
- Complete the application form with all required personal and academic details.
- Submit the applicable registration fee.
- Save your application confirmation.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the CFA Level 1 February 2027 exam, candidates must meet specific criteria. These include:
- Possession of a bachelor's degree or an equivalent program from a college or university.
- For Level 2, candidates must be within 11 months of graduation.
- For Level 3, candidates must have completed their bachelor's degree or have at least 4,000 hours of professional work experience.
- A combination of 4,000 hours of work experience and higher education, achieved over at least three sequential years by the Level 1 registration date.
Education and professional work experience dates cannot overlap. Internships are accepted if paid. Work experience with a personal or family business qualifies if it is paid professional experience. All CFA exams are administered in English. Proficiency in English is required for comprehension and to formulate answers.
