The registration deadline for the CFA November 2026 examinations for Level I and Level II is today, August 11, 2026 . Candidates must complete their registration within this standard deadline to be eligible for the November testing window. The CFA Program is managed by CFA Institute.
Registration Deadline
CFA Institute has set August 11, 2026 , as the final date for standard registration. This applies to candidates aiming to take the November 2026 Level I or Level II exams. Applicants must finalize both registration and payment before this deadline.
Registration and Scheduling Process
Candidates should be aware that registering for the exam and scheduling their specific exam date are two distinct steps. After completing the registration process, individuals must follow the instructions provided by CFA Institute to book their examination slot within the allocated November testing period. Registration and exam scheduling are separate actions that require individual attention.
November 2026 Exam Schedule
| Exam Session | Registration Deadline |
| CFA Level I (November 2026) | August 11, 2026 |
| CFA Level II (November 2026) | August 11, 2026 |
How to Register
To register for the CFA November 2026 exam, follow these steps:
- Visit the official CFA Institute website at cfainstitute.org .
- Log in to your existing CFA Program account or create a new one.
- Select the November 2026 CFA exam.
- Choose the specific exam level (Level I or Level II).
- Fill in all required personal and registration details.
- Submit the applicable examination and registration fees.
- Complete the exam scheduling process after registration confirmation.
CFA Exam Levels Overview
The CFA Level I exam assesses foundational knowledge in investment analysis and the investment field. The CFA Level II exam requires candidates to analyze and evaluate information. It emphasizes applying core concepts to investment-related scenarios.
Curriculum Areas
The CFA curriculum covers multiple subjects. These include Ethical and Professional Standards, Quantitative Methods, Economics, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Issuers, Equity Investments, Fixed Income, Derivatives, Alternative Investments, and Portfolio Management. The weightage of these topics differs across exam levels.
