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CFA Level III · exam guide

CFA Level III Exam Dates and Sessions

Checked against CFA Institute's official pages, as of 12 October 2026. Rules and fees change; confirm on the official site before you act.

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CFA exams are held in four windows a year. Level III is typically offered in February and August.

When the exam is held

  • Level III is typically offered in February and August.
  • Across the program, Level I is offered every quarter, Level II three times a year and Level III twice a year.

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