The futures qualification examination is an introductory financial examination sponsored by China Futures Association and supervised by China Securities Regulatory Commission. For new candidates, you should know the relevant test items in advance before the exam.

1. How long is the performance of futures business valid?

The validity period of all subjects in the futures qualification examination is 2 years. In two consecutive examination years, candidates who have passed two subjects can obtain a certificate of examination results.

According to the arrangement of previous years' examinations, the futures qualification examination is generally held in two days, and the examination time will be different every year. Please refer to the regulations on the admission ticket for specific candidates. During the exam, candidates only need to bring their personal ID cards and admission tickets, and do not need to submit photos. Before the exam, the examination room staff will collect photos of the candidates.

2. Is the futures qualification certificate valid for a long time?

The performance certificate and qualification certificate of futures business are permanently valid. Candidates can obtain the Certificate of Futures Business Performance as long as they pass the subjects of Basic Knowledge of Futures and Futures Laws and Regulations within two consecutive examination years. After obtaining the certificate, candidates need to engage in relevant futures business, and then apply to China Futures Association for qualification certificate through their unit.

3. What certificate can I get if I pass the futures exam?

The qualification certificate for futures business can be divided into two types: achievement certificate and qualification certificate. Candidates who have passed the two examinations of futures practice can obtain the Certificate of Achievement, which is valid for a long time, and candidates who have obtained this certificate do not need to continue their studies.

With regard to the "qualification certificate", besides obtaining the qualification certificate for futures business, candidates also need to work in relevant futures enterprises and apply for the qualification certificate from China Futures Association through their units.

4. How to check the results of futures business?

The general futures examination results will be announced about 1~2 weeks after the examination. After the results query portal is opened, candidates can log on to http://www.cfachina.org/,, the website of China Futures Association, and enter their personal names and ID numbers to query the results.