RBei Classes, an FRM & CFA coaching institute founded in 2018,
offers CFA Level 1, 2 & 3 coaching in India led personally by Deepak Goyal,
CFA & FRM Charterholder. Courses start at ₹15,000 with lifetime access until
you pass, 8 mock exams, 4,000+ practice questions, and placement support — for
17,000+ students across 25+ countries.
Key Takeaways
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) is a 3-level credential from CFA Institute, the global gold standard in investment management.
RBei Classes CFA coaching fee ranges from ₹15,000 (Level 1 Basic) to ₹45,000 (Level 3 Platinum) — one-time, with lifetime access until you pass.
Every CFA session at RBei Classes is taught by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM Charterholder — not junior or outsourced faculty.
2026 CFA exam fee per level: USD 1,140 early bird / USD 1,490 standard for Levels 1 & 2; USD 1,240 / USD 1,590 for Level 3. The USD 350 enrollment fee was removed from February 2026.
CFA suits final-year students, working professionals, engineers, and MBA candidates aiming for investment banking, equity research, or portfolio management careers.
About CFA
What is CFA Certification?
The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is the world's most respected
investment management credential, awarded by CFA Institute. It is
recognised by top investment banks, asset managers, and financial institutions
globally and is considered the gold standard of finance.
CFA has three levels. Level 1 covers tools and concepts.
Level 2 focuses on asset valuation. Level 3 covers
portfolio management and wealth planning. Minimum eligibility: any undergraduate
student in their final year.
Global Pass Rate
~44%
CFA Level 1 worldwide
RBei Pass Rate
93%
With RBei coaching
Study Hours
300+
Per level recommended
Eligibility
Final Year
Any undergraduate stream
CFA at a Glance
Conducted byCFA Institute
Number of levels3 (L1 + L2 + L3)
Exam format180 MCQs (L1) / 88 Qs (L2,L3)
Exam windowsFeb, May, Aug, Nov
Exam duration4.5 hours (2 sessions)
Exam fee (early bird)USD 1,140–1,240 / level
Enrollment feeWaived from 2026
Course Pricing
What is the RBei CFA Course Fee in 2026?
RBei Classes CFA coaching fees range from ₹15,000 to ₹45,000 (one-time).
Transparent pricing, no hidden charges.
4 steps from enrollment to earning the most respected finance credential globally
1
Clear Level 1
180 MCQs covering 10 topic areas. Available Feb, May, Aug, Nov. ~300 hours of study, guided by RBei coaching.
2
Clear Level 2
88 item set questions focused on asset valuation. Available May, Aug, Nov. Deep analysis and application of investment tools.
3
Clear Level 3
Portfolio management and wealth planning. Essay + item sets. Available Feb and Aug only. The final and most strategic level.
4
Earn the Charter
4,000 hours of relevant work experience + CFA Institute membership = CFA Charterholder designation.
CFA Exam 2026
What are the CFA Exam Dates & Fees in 2026?
Plan your CFA preparation around official CFA Institute exam windows
CFA Exam Windows 2026
Window
Levels
Exam Dates
February 2026
L1 & L3
17–21 Feb
May 2026
L1 & L2
14–20 May
August 2026
All Levels
18–24 Aug
November 2026
L1 & L2
10–16 Nov
💡 Note: CFA Level 3 is offered only in February and August. Plan accordingly.
CFA Registration & Exam Fees
Fee Type
Amount (USD)
Enrollment Fee
USD 0 (eliminated from Feb 2026)
L1 & L2 — Early Bird
USD 1,140 / level
L1 & L2 — Standard
USD 1,490 / level
Level 3 — Early Bird
USD 1,240
Level 3 — Standard
USD 1,590
Total (all 3 levels, early bird)
~USD 3,520
Total (all 3 levels, standard)
~USD 4,570
🎉 2026 Update: CFA Institute eliminated the USD 350 one-time enrollment fee from February 2026, while per-level registration fees increased.
Why Choose RBei
Why Do 17,000+ Students Choose RBei for CFA?
Every CFA session at RBei Classes is taught by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM
Charterholder — not junior faculty or recorded content from unknown instructors.
Deepak Goyal personally teaches every session — guaranteed, no substitutes
93% pass rate vs ~44% global average — more than double
Lifetime access — valid until you pass, no expiry pressure
8 full mock exams (CBT) — most institutes give only 1-2
1-on-1 doubt solving with Deepak Sir — not group sessions
Weekend batches — designed for working professionals
Placement support included in all plans
Students from 25+ countries including UAE, USA, Canada, Singapore, UK
Deepak Goyal is a CFA Charterholder (CFA Institute) and
FRM Charterholder (GARP) — one of the very few professionals
in India to hold both designations. He founded RBei Classes in 2018 with one mission:
to give every student access to the same quality of finance education that was
previously only available at expensive international programs.
Unlike most coaching institutes that use junior faculty or outsource teaching,
Deepak Sir personally teaches every CFA and FRM session at RBei
— no exceptions. His concept-first, application-driven teaching method, refined
over 8+ years and 17,000+ students, is what sets RBei Classes apart.
8+
Years Teaching
17,000+
Students Mentored
2
Charters (CFA + FRM)
RBei vs Others
RBei Classes vs Other CFA Institutes
Honest comparison — see exactly why students choose RBei for CFA
Feature
RBei Classes ⭐
Other Institutes
Faculty
✓ Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM — every class
✗ Junior / outsourced faculty
Mock Exams
✓ 8 full-length CBT mocks
✗ 1-2 mocks only
Practice Questions
✓ 4,000+ questions, 90 practice sets
✗ 1,000-2,000 questions
Doubt Solving
✓ 1-on-1 with Deepak Sir
✗ Group Q&A only
Course Validity
✓ Lifetime — valid until you pass
✗ Expires 6-12 months
Study Planner
✓ Customised per student
✗ Generic plan only
Weekend Batches
✓ Yes — for working professionals
✗ Limited availability
Placement Support
✓ Included in all plans
✗ Paid extra
Financial Modelling + Python
✓ Included in Platinum
✗ Not offered
AI Audio Notes
✓ Yes — revise on the go
✗ Not available
Screen Notes
✓ Detailed live class notes
✗ Basic PDFs only
Is CFA Right for You?
Who Should Do CFA in 2026?
CFA is for anyone who wants a career in investment management — any stream, any background
🎓
Final Year Students
Start CFA Level 1 in your final year. Clear it before graduation and enter the workforce with a CFA Level 1 pass on your resume.
💼
Working Professionals
In banking, research, or finance? CFA validates your expertise and opens senior analyst and portfolio management roles. Weekend batches for you.
🔢
Engineers Switching to Finance
Engineering background is actually an advantage in CFA Quant and Fixed Income. Many top CFA performers at RBei are engineers.
🌎
International Students
Students from UAE, Singapore, Canada, USA, UK, and 20+ more countries learn with RBei online. Same Deepak Sir, same quality.
📊
FRM Candidates
Already have FRM? Adding CFA makes you a complete finance professional — dual charterholder like Deepak Sir himself.
🏢
MBA Students
CFA + MBA is a powerful combination for investment banking and portfolio management. Many RBei students pursue both simultaneously.
Career After CFA
Top Careers & Salaries After CFA Certification
CFA opens doors to the highest-paying investment management roles globally — in India and abroad
Students who cleared CFA with RBei coaching — freshers and working professionals alike
"I joined RBei while working full time. Deepak Sir's structured teaching and 1-on-1 doubt sessions made FRA and Fixed Income — my two weak areas — completely clear. Cleared CFA Level 1 in my first attempt. The mock exams were the biggest differentiator."
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Sneha Kapoor
CFA Level 1 Cleared | Credit Analyst, HDFC Bank, Delhi
"As an engineering student, I was worried CFA would be too finance-heavy. Deepak Sir explained every concept from scratch with real-world examples. I cleared CFA Level 1 with a high score. The 4,000+ question bank and mock exams built my exam confidence completely."
RM
Rohan Mehta
CFA Level 1 Cleared | Equity Research Trainee, JP Morgan, Mumbai
"I was preparing from Bangalore while working at Goldman Sachs. RBei's weekend batches and recorded lectures with lifetime access made it completely flexible. Deepak Sir's conceptual clarity on Derivatives and Portfolio Management is unmatched. Cleared Level 2 in one attempt."
Everything students ask before joining CFA coaching at RBei
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) is the world's most respected investment management credential, awarded by CFA Institute. It is ideal for anyone aspiring to work in portfolio management, equity research, investment banking, fixed income, or corporate finance. Minimum eligibility is being in the final year of any undergraduate degree — no specific finance background required.
RBei Classes CFA coaching fees: Level 1 — Basic ₹15,000 | Premium ₹25,000 | Platinum ₹30,000. Level 2 — Basic ₹20,000 | Premium ₹25,000 | Platinum ₹35,000. Level 3 — Basic ₹20,000 | Premium ₹40,000 | Platinum ₹45,000. All fees are one-time with lifetime access — valid until you pass. No hidden charges, no renewal fees.
CFA exam fees in 2026 (per level): Levels 1 and 2 — USD 1,140 early bird or USD 1,490 standard. Level 3 — USD 1,240 early bird or USD 1,590 standard. The USD 350 one-time enrollment fee was eliminated from February 2026. Total for all 3 levels: approximately USD 3,520 (early bird) to USD 4,570 (standard) if you pass each level on the first attempt. Register early to save up to USD 350 per level.
CFA typically takes 3-5 years to complete all 3 levels. Each level requires approximately 300 hours of study (6-8 months). With RBei's structured coaching, study planner, and weekend batches, students target clearing each level in 6-8 months — completing all 3 levels in 2-3 years while working full-time.
Yes — the majority of RBei CFA students are working professionals. RBei offers weekend batches specifically for professionals. With 90 minutes of study daily on weekdays and focused weekend sessions, clearing each CFA level in 6-8 months is achievable. All sessions are recorded with lifetime access so you never miss a class.
Not at all — and engineers often outperform commerce students in CFA Quant, Fixed Income, and Derivatives because of their analytical background. Deepak Sir teaches every concept from scratch with step-by-step logic and real-world examples. No prior finance degree is needed. Many top CFA performers at RBei are engineers and science graduates.
CFA Platinum includes everything in Premium plus: Ultra Advanced Lectures, 8 Mock Tests (CBT), 90 Practice Sets, 4,000+ Questions, Current Affairs, Financial Modelling Basics, AI Doubt Solver, Placement Program Access (3 months), Resume Building, Access to Topper's Talk, Advanced Assignments, Real Life Case Studies, HOTS, Python, Data Science, and Machine Learning — all with lifetime access until you pass.
Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM Charterholder, teaches every session personally — not junior faculty. RBei Classes has trained 17,000+ students across 25+ countries since 2018, with lifetime course access valid until you pass, 8 full mock exams, 4,000+ questions, 1-on-1 doubt solving, and placement support included in all plans.
Start Your CFA Journey Today
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Join 17,000+ students coached by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM Charterholder. Lifetime access until you pass.
RBei Classes, an FRM & CFA coaching institute founded in 2018 by Deepak Goyal
(CFA & FRM charterholder), has trained thousands of students who share their
results publicly on LinkedIn. The 13 posts below are a sample of RBei Classes students
announcing verified CFA and FRM passes — public, name-attributed proof of outcomes.
Key Takeaways
RBei Classes students publicly share verified CFA and FRM results on LinkedIn, with name and profile attached.
The 13 posts shown are a sample of the thousands of students trained by RBei Classes since 2018.
Outcomes span CFA Level 1, CFA Level 2 prep, and FRM Part 1 & 2.
Coaching is led by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM charterholder, founder of RBei Classes.
Last updated: June 2026 ·
Reviewed by: Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM charterholder, founder of RBei Classes ·
Public LinkedIn posts shared by RBei Classes students.
Verified Student Feedback
RBei Classes Reviews — Verified FRM & CFA Student Results
RBei Classes, an FRM & CFA coaching institute founded in 2018 by Deepak Goyal
(CFA & FRM charterholder), has trained thousands of students since 2018 and holds a
4.5 / 5 aggregate rating across review platforms. The five WhatsApp
screenshots below are a small sample of unedited student messages, confirming passes in
CFA Level 1 and FRM Part 2 between March 2023 and April 2024.
★★★★★4.5/5Aggregate rating across review platforms
Neha Anna · Passed CFA Level 1 · Apr 2024
Gilles · Cleared CFA Level 1 · Jan 2024
Anjali Sawa · Passed FRM Part 2
Anshul Sharma · Cleared FRM Part 2 · Aug 2023
Chavi Mehta · Passed CFA Level 1 · Mar 2023
Key Takeaways
RBei Classes has trained thousands of students since 2018 and holds a 4.5/5 aggregate rating across review platforms.
Verified students cleared CFA Level 1, CFA Level 2 prep, and FRM Part 1 & 2 between 2018 and 2026.
All reviews are unedited WhatsApp messages shared with student consent.
Coaching is led by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM charterholder, founder of RBei Classes.
Last updated: June 2026 ·
Reviewed by: Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM charterholder, founder of RBei Classes ·
Screenshots shared with student consent.
Alumni Success
RBei Classes Alumni Success Stories
Verified RBei Classes alumni working in risk and banking roles across India.
★★★★★
Sunil Tandon
Chief Risk Officer, Punjab & Sind Bank
FRM cleared with RBei Classes
“I cleared the FRM exam with the help of RBei Classes. The concepts were explained so clearly that even difficult topics started making sense. The classes gave me the confidence I needed for the exam.”
“What helped me the most was the doubt-solving support at RBei Classes. Whenever I got stuck, my questions were answered quickly and clearly. That guidance played a big role in helping me clear the FRM exam.”
“The study material provided by RBei Classes was concise and exam-focused. Instead of spending time on unnecessary content, I could focus on what really mattered for the FRM exam and eventually pass.”
