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.
CFA exam fee per level for the 2027 windows: USD 1,140 early registration / 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.
February 2027 is the first exam window tested on the 2027 CFA Program curriculum, announced by CFA Institute on 26 May 2026 — 2026 study material does not cover it.
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.
For a full level-by-level breakdown of topics, duration and salary outcomes, see RBei Classes's
CFA course guide: syllabus, fees & duration.
RBei Classes CFA coaching fees range from ₹15,000 to ₹45,000 per level (one-time), unchanged for the 2027 batches.
Transparent pricing, no hidden charges.
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 2026–2027
What are the CFA Exam Dates & Fees in 2026–2027?
Plan your CFA preparation around official CFA Institute exam windows
CFA Exam Windows 2026
CFA exam windows and dates for 2026 and 2027 by level
Window
Levels
Exam Dates
August 2026
All Levels
18–24 Aug
November 2026
L1 & L2
10–16 Nov
February 2027
L1 & L3
22–28 Feb
May 2027
L1 & L2
Confirm on cfainstitute.org
💡Note: CFA Level 3 is offered only in February and August. Plan accordingly.
2027 curriculum: CFA Institute announced the 2027 CFA Program curriculum update on 26 May 2026.
February 2027 is the first window tested on it — Level 1 adds a financial data science and AI reading,
Equity Investments expands, and Ethics is restructured at all three levels. Candidates sitting from February 2027
onward study the 2027 curriculum; those sitting August or November 2026 study the 2026 curriculum.
CFA Registration & Exam Fees (2026–2027)
CFA Institute registration and exam fees for the 2026 and 2027 windows in US dollars
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.
Every CFA session at RBei Classes is taught by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM Charterholder — not junior faculty or recorded content from unknown instructors. Get the
free CFA Level 1 formula sheet PDF,
covering the most important formulas for the CFA Level 1 exam.
Deepak Goyal personally teaches every session — guaranteed, no substitutes
93% RBei CFA pass rate — 228 of 246 exams cleared across five windows, May 2025 to February 2026 — vs the 44% CFA Institute global Level 1 average for the February 2025 window
Lifetime access — valid until you pass, no expiry pressure
8 full mock exams (CBT) in the Platinum plan
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
RBei Classes CFA students cleared 228 of 246 exams sat across five windows from May 2025 to February 2026 — a 93% pass rate. Each window below shows the number who sat and the number who cleared, rather than a single blended percentage.
RBei Classes CFA pass results by exam window, showing students who sat and cleared
Exam window
Level
Sat
Cleared
Pass rate
May 2025
CFA Level 1
49
45
92%
August 2025
CFA Level 1
45
41
91%
November 2025
CFA Level 1
67
64
96%
February 2026
CFA Level 1
42
39
93%
May 2025
CFA Level 2
43
39
91%
Methodology: figures cover students enrolled in RBei Classes CFA batches who sat the
exam in the stated window and reported their result. Students who deferred or did not report are
excluded from both columns. Compiled by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM charterholder.
Last verified .
Deepak Goyal, CFA Charterholder & FRM Charterholder
is one of the very few finance professionals in India to hold both prestigious 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 available only through 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)
Compare Plans
Which RBei CFA Plan Should You Choose?
Every RBei Classes CFA plan includes lifetime access until you pass. The table below compares what each CFA Level 1 plan adds, feature by feature.
Comparison of RBei Classes CFA Level 1 plans: Basic, Premium, Platinum and Elite Plus
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. See FRM coaching at RBei Classes.
🏢
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
Portfolio Manager
₹15–40 LPA
Asset Management Firms
Equity Research Analyst
₹8–20 LPA
Investment Banks
Investment Banker
₹12–35 LPA
Bulge Bracket Banks
Wealth Manager
₹8–18 LPA
Private Banks / HNIs
Fixed Income Analyst
₹9–22 LPA
Mutual Funds / FIIs
Chief Investment Officer
₹40–100 LPA
Senior Leadership
Salary ranges compiled from AmbitionBox, Glassdoor India and Naukri listings for CFA-qualified roles,
reviewed . Actual compensation varies by employer, city and experience.
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."
SK
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 for the 2027 windows (per level): Levels 1 and 2 — USD 1,140 early registration or USD 1,490 standard. Level 3 — USD 1,240 early 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) to USD 4,570 (standard) if you pass each level on the first attempt. CFA Institute also charges USD 250 to reschedule within the same exam window.
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.
RBei Classes has closed enrolment for the 2026 exam attempts. Candidates joining now enter batches aligned to the February, May, August and November 2027 exam windows, taught on the 2027 CFA Program curriculum. For the current batch schedule, message RBei Classes on WhatsApp or call +91 8583905853.
RBei Classes CFA students cleared 228 of 246 exams sat across five windows from May 2025 to February 2026, a 93% pass rate. By window: CFA Level 1 May 2025, 45 of 49 cleared (92%); CFA Level 1 August 2025, 41 of 45 cleared (91%); CFA Level 1 November 2025, 64 of 67 cleared (96%); CFA Level 1 February 2026, 39 of 42 cleared (93%); CFA Level 2 May 2025, 39 of 43 cleared (91%). Figures cover enrolled RBei Classes students who sat the exam and reported their result.
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.
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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.
CFA Alumni Success
RBei Classes CFA Alumni Success Stories
RBei Classes is a CFA and FRM coaching institute in Noida Sector 3, India, founded in
2018 by Deepak Goyal, a CFA and FRM charterholder. More than 17,000 students have
trained with the institute since 2018. The alumni below cleared CFA exam levels while
studying with RBei Classes and have gone on to investment banking, risk and consulting
roles at firms including Deloitte, Standard Chartered, Kotak and Barclays. Every
profile links to a public LinkedIn page.
Key Takeaways
RBei Classes has trained more than 17,000 students in CFA, FRM and SCR exam preparation since 2018.
CFA alumni have worked at Deloitte, Standard Chartered Bank, Kotak and Barclays.
Verified outcomes run from CFA Level 1 in May 2025 to Level 3 in February 2026, including one CFA charterholder.
Students come from India, the United States and West Africa — classes run online and from Noida Sector 3.
Coaching is led by Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM charterholder, founder of RBei Classes.
★★★★★
Ram Sharma
Investment Banking, Kotak
Panipat, Haryana, India · SRCC, Delhi University
CFA Level 1 cleared, November 2025 · Level 2 candidate
“Deepak Sir always supported me throughout my CFA journey. The AI doubt solver, personalised study planner, and highly advanced lectures helped me score well in all subjects. They also helped me develop practical skills in Data Science, Machine Learning and AI through industry-relevant certifications. With Deepak Sir’s help, I got my job at Kotak.”
Investment BankingFinancial ModellingValuationEquity Research
“One of the best decisions I made for my CFA preparation was joining RBei Classes. From basic concepts to advanced topics, Deepak Sir’s guidance, the AI-powered support, personalised planner and AI doubt solver helped me score well across all subjects and build valuable skills in finance.”
CFA Level 1 cleared, May 2025 · Level 2 candidate · FRM Part 2 passed
“RBei Classes made CFA preparation simple by covering every concept from the basics. Deepak Sir’s constant support, AI-powered doubt solving, and smart study planner played a huge role in helping me achieve top marks of 1820/1900. I also built valuable skills in Data Science and Machine Learning and earned an AI certification, and Deepak Sir helped me with placement as well.”
“The highly advanced lectures and concept-first teaching at RBei Classes gave me a strong foundation for the CFA exam. Deepak Sir always supported me throughout, and the AI tools — the doubt solver and the personalised study planner — kept my preparation on track.”
RBei Classes CFA alumni have worked in investment banking, risk, compliance and consulting roles at firms including Deloitte, Standard Chartered Bank, Kotak and Barclays, across India, the United States and West Africa.
How many students has RBei Classes trained?
More than 17,000 students have trained with RBei Classes in CFA, FRM and SCR exam preparation since the institute was founded in 2018.
Who teaches the CFA classes at RBei Classes?
CFA classes are taught by Deepak Goyal, founder of RBei Classes and a holder of both the CFA and FRM charters. He has taught CFA, FRM and SCR exam preparation since founding the institute in 2018.
Are these CFA reviews verified?
Each review is attributed to a named student whose public LinkedIn profile is linked from their card, so the person, employer and credential can be checked independently. Reviews and ratings are published with the student’s permission.
Last updated: ·
Reviewed by: Deepak Goyal, CFA & FRM charterholder, founder of RBei Classes ·
Alumni details sourced from public LinkedIn profiles. Reviews and star ratings were
provided by the students named and are published with their permission.
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RBei Classes is an independent coaching provider and is not affiliated with, endorsed by,
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