The IIA Challenge exam
The CIA Challenge Exam is a limited opportunity to earn the Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) designation through an expedited ‘fast track’ process. Offered for a limited time each year, you’ll only need to pass one multiple-choice exam to become a CIA, saving you time and money.
Programme timeline
- Application window: April to September
- First attempt testing windows: June, August, November, or February
- Once your application is approved, please note you have 180 days to register, schedule, and sit for the exam.
Exam retake dates
- Registration and exam scheduling: all year
- Retake test windows: June, August, November and February
Important dates (Mainland China only)
- Registration: 1 April to 30 September
- Schedule: 1 February to 8 February (test/retake: 2 March at 9am ICT only)
- Schedule: 1 May to 8 May (test/retake: 8 June at 9am ICT only)
- Schedule: 1 August to 8 August (test/retake: 7 September at 9am ICT only)
- Schedule 1 November to 8 November (test/retake: 7 December at 9am ICT only)
