Schedule the Exam

Prometric is the company that delivers the exam. For a list of authorized test centers, information on test center policies and procedures, or to schedule one or more CPA exam section(s) listed on the NTS, visit www.prometric.com/cpa. Hours of operation will vary among Prometric test centers. Typically, Saturdays book early.

AICPA has published the tentative 2026 CPA Exam testing and score release schedules. Please note that these dates are subject to change by the AICPA.

The four exam sections may be taken in any order. A candidate can only schedule the section(s) approved in each application. 

Tip: Some suggest that a candidate’s first exam section taken should be the one that they believe is the most difficult for them. Then, if the candidate does not pass that section the first time it is taken, their 30-month time period required for passing all four parts (described in "Scores & Getting Licensed") will not start. 

Candidates should be aware that each ATT and subsequent payment coupon issued by NASBA is valid for only 90 days, and the NTS is valid for only six months. Therefore, a candidate who applies for and pays NASBA for multiple sections at one time should take those sections within six months. If the candidate does not take any section included in the application within six months, the candidate must reapply and pay ILBOE and NASBA exam fees again (excluding the credential evaluation fee) for any exam section not taken.

There is no limit on the number of times you can retake an exam section.