The Level I exam at a glance
Source: CFA Institute, Level I exam page.
What you study
| Topic | 2026 outline | 2027 outline |
|---|---|---|
| Ethical and Professional Standards | 15–20% | 10–15% |
| Quantitative Methods | 6–9% | 11–14% |
| Economics | 6–9% | 6–9% |
| Financial Statement Analysis | 11–14% | 11–14% |
| Corporate Issuers | 6–9% | 6–9% |
| Equity Investments | 11–14% | 11–14% |
| Fixed Income | 11–14% | 11–14% |
| Derivatives | 5–8% | 6–9% |
| Alternative Investments | 7–10% | 6–9% |
| Portfolio Management | 8–12% | 8–12% |
Exam weights from CFA Institute’s Level I exam outlines. The 2027 outline renames some topics (Corporate Finance, Equities, Derivatives and Risk Management, Portfolio Construction) and moves weight from Ethics to Quantitative Methods. Check cfainstitute.org for the outline that applies to your exam window.
Batches running now
- Feb 2027 batch (2027 syllabus). Classes started 23 October 2026: Quantitative Methods first, then Equity from 18 November. Subject mocks run in December and early January, full mocks from 9 January, exam window 22–28 February 2027.
- Nov 2026 batch. In the final phase: four full mocks, mock reviews and doubt sessions until 8 November, then light revision before the 11–17 November exam window.
- Class timing. Live classes run 4:00–7:00 PM IST unless a session says otherwise; each recording appears afterwards under its chapter.
- Live mocks. Register under Live mocks on your dashboard before the window opens; one attempt in exam mode, with your rank and chapter-wise analysis.
Your plan
- About 300 study hours. Our plan is built around the study time CFA Institute suggests for Level I; the exam-ready calculator on our homepage shows when you could be ready at your daily pace.
- Exam windows in February, May, August and November. We help you pick a window that fits your college or job.
- Every reading: lecture, lab, notes. Your lab answers and lecture progress are saved and continue on any device.
- Mocks that tell you what to revise. Chapter-wise analysis after every mock, plus live mocks with your rank in the batch.
Study from Jaipur or anywhere
Live classes open inside your Poonji Vidhya account, and recordings follow. Students in Jaipur can also meet us at our Amber Tower office for counselling. Start with a free account to try a mock before you enrol.
Your mentor
CFA charterholder who cleared all three levels in one attempt, with about 8 years in finance. Founder and lead mentor of Poonji Vidhya, Jaipur. Full profile · LinkedIn
Questions
How many hours does CFA Level I need?
CFA Institute suggests around 300 hours of study for Level I. Our course plan is built around that, and you can set your own daily study time.
When can I take the CFA Level I exam?
Level I is offered in four windows a year: February, May, August and November. We help you pick the right one during counselling.
Is the course in Hindi?
It is taught in Hinglish, with every key term in English as used in the exam.
Do you have mock tests for CFA Level I?
Yes: a chapter-wise question bank, subject tests and full course mocks, plus scheduled live mocks with rank.
Talk to us before you decide
Leave your number and we'll call you to suggest the right course and plan. Or visit us at Second Floor, Amber Tower, O-30, Sansar Chandra Road, Pink City, Jaipur 302001 · +91 78510 03243 · WhatsApp