The futures qualification examination is valid for the current year and the next two years. The qualification certificate of futures practitioners and the qualification certificate of futures investment analysis examination are valid for a long time. Candidates can check or print the result certificate through the website of China Futures Association.

The qualification examination for futures practitioners includes three subjects: basic knowledge of futures, futures laws and regulations and futures investment analysis. The examination is conducted by closed-book and computer, and the examination topic is objective multiple-choice question. Examination time of each subject 100 minutes, full score 100 points, and qualified score 60 points.

After obtaining the certificate of achievement, candidates can apply to China Futures Association for qualification if they work in an operating institution engaged in futures business.