ISACA 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.

ISACA is a professional organization that issues industry-recognized certifications for IT governance, security, and audit professionals. This overview covers two certifications from ISACA: the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). Each certification involves a formal examination process and carries specific eligibility requirements, associated exam fees, and validity or renewal timelines established by the issuing body.

The exam fees listed represent the official base charge for a single examination attempt as assessed by ISACA and are current as of June 2026, though such fees are subject to change without notice. These figures exclude the cost of third-party training materials or examination retakes. Candidates should verify the current official exam fee, detailed prerequisites, and renewal requirements directly on ISACA's official website before beginning the registration process, as such details are maintained and updated by the certifying organization itself.

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