GARP Certifications
Informational only — not financial or career advice. Exam fees and certification requirements change, and the figures here are accurate only as of the listed verification date. Confirm the current fee and rules directly with the certifying body before you register or budget. We report the official-body exam fee for a single attempt; it excludes prep courses, materials and retakes, and is not the total cost of certifying.
The Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) issues internationally recognized certifications for risk management professionals. This overview covers one certification issued by GARP: the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Part I credential. Each certification carries an official exam fee set by GARP, along with published prerequisites for eligibility and a defined validity or renewal cycle.
The exam fees presented here represent the base single-attempt official charge as of June 2026 and are subject to change without notice. These figures exclude the cost of third-party training materials, study resources, and any exam retakes. Candidates should confirm the current exam fee, eligibility requirements, and renewal procedures on GARP's official website before registering for any examination.
| Certification | Exam fee | Domain | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRM (Financial Risk Manager) Part I | $800 | Finance & accounting | Maintained via membership |