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I. Overview of the CFA ESG Exam Schedule for 2026! Registration Guide!
Exam Schedule: There is no fixed exam season, supporting online exams, allowing for anytime registration and scheduling, and providing instant results!
Registration Criteria: There are no specific requirements for registering for the CFA-ESG certification exam. There are no restrictions based on education, specialization, age, etc., nor are there any industry or work experience requirements. The knowledge system studied in the CFA-ESG certification is also very friendly to zero-based candidates. The first five chapters cover basic ESG concepts. It's important to note that passport information is required during registration.
The CFA-ESG certification is designed for professionals who want to understand how to integrate major ESG factors into their daily work. It is suitable for anyone working in front-end, back-end, or adjacent positions, including sales, distribution, wealth management, product development, financial advice, consulting, risk, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of ESG issues.
Registration Method: The CFA-ESG certification exam registration is done online through the official website of the CFA Institute: https://www.cfainstitute.org
II. How much is the CFA ESG Exam Fee for 2026?
The exam fee for 2022 was $695, and candidates could pay an additional $135 plus shipping to receive the paper version of the study materials.
The exam fee for 2023 was $795, and candidates could pay an additional $135 plus shipping to receive the paper version of the study materials.
The exam fee for 2026 is $865, and candidates can pay an additional $135 plus shipping to receive the paper version of the study materials.
III. Content and Weightage of the CFA ESG Exam for 2026 (ESG Investment Course Certificate 2023 Course Content and Question Weightage)
- ESG Investment Overview and ESG Market: 8-15%
- Environmental Factors: 8-15%
- Social Factors: 8-15%
- Governance Factors: 8-15%
- Participation and Management: 5-10%
- ESG Analysis, Valuation, and Integration: 20-30%
- ESG Integrated Portfolio Construction and Management: 10-20%
- Investment Tasks, Portfolio Analysis, and Client Reports: 5-10%
