CFRE Practice Test 2026 — Free CFRE Exam Prep Questions
The CFRE exam is the international credentialing exam for experienced fundraising professionals who work in nonprofit and charitable organizations. Our original scenario questions follow CFRE International's six-domain Test Content Outline: donor research, securing the gift, relationship building, volunteer involvement, leadership and management, and ethics, accountability and professionalism. They include the benchmark calculations the exam expects.
A news report reveals that a former finance employee of Moorgate Housing Trust diverted donor funds. The trust has dismissed the employee and begun an investigation. What is the BEST next step to protect public trust?
CFRE format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at Pearson VUE test centers. Two sections of 100 questions with an optional 10-minute break; you cannot return to Section 1 after the break, and break time over 10 minutes is deducted from Section 2. Online remote proctoring has been temporarily discontinued since April 6, 2026.
| Questions | 200 multiple choice (175 scored, 25 pretest), four answer choices each |
|---|---|
| Time | 4 hours, in two sections of 100 questions with an optional 10-minute break |
| Passing score | 500 on a scaled score of 200–800 |
| Eligibility | 171 points earned within 5 years: Education 80, Professional Practice 36, Professional Performance 55; paid professional fundraising experience required |
| Fee | US$875 (US$700 for members of participating organizations) |
| Retakes | Up to two per application, US$375 each, 30 days apart |
| Results | Emailed by Pearson within 48 hours, with a domain breakdown |
| Recertification | Every 3 years, no exam |
Facts last verified Oct 26, 2026. Source: www.cfre.org/certification/cfre-exam. Always confirm details with CFRE before your exam.
When can you take the CFRE?
Four testing windows each year: January 15 – March 15, April 15 – June 15, July 15 – September 15 and October 1 – November 30. The application deadline is the first day of each window.
What the CFRE covers
Every PrepBanq CFRE test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Relationship Building | 29% | ~51 | 44 questions → |
Securing the Gift | 22% | ~39 | 33 questions → |
Leadership and Management | 18% | ~32 | 27 questions → |
Current and Prospective Donor Research | 15% | ~26 | 22 questions → |
Ethics, Accountability, and Professionalism | 10% | ~18 | 15 questions → |
Volunteer Involvement | 6% | ~11 | 9 questions → |
How to register for the CFRE
Retake policy
Up to two retakes on the same application, each with a fee and a minimum 30-day wait. The application is valid for one year.
Score release
Pearson emails a pass/fail result with a breakdown by knowledge domain within 48 hours of finishing the exam.
Credential renewal
The credential is renewed every three years through recertification; no exam is required.
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CFRE FAQ
How many questions are on the CFRE?
The CFRE has 200 questions (175 of them scored) and you have 4 hours to finish. Question types: Multiple choice with four answer choices. 175 questions are scored and 25 are unscored pretest questions. Questions are based on the activities fundraisers do every day, across six knowledge domains..
How long is the CFRE exam?
Testing time for the CFRE is 4 hours.
What is the passing score for the CFRE?
CFRE passing standard: A scaled score of 500 or above. Score range: 200–800 (scaled).
How much does the CFRE cost?
The CFRE registration fee is US$875 for application and exam (US$700 for members of participating organizations); retake US$375. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the CFRE?
The CFRE covers Relationship Building (about 29%), Securing the Gift (about 22%), Leadership and Management (about 18%), Current and Prospective Donor Research (about 15%), Ethics, Accountability, and Professionalism (about 10%), Volunteer Involvement (about 6%).
Who administers the CFRE?
The Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Exam is administered by CFRE. Delivery: Computer-based at Pearson VUE test centers. Two sections of 100 questions with an optional 10-minute break; you cannot return to Section 1 after the break, and break time over 10 minutes is deducted from Section 2. Online remote proctoring has been temporarily discontinued since April 6, 2026..
Can you retake the CFRE?
Up to two retakes on the same application, each with a fee and a minimum 30-day wait. The application is valid for one year.
Is there a free CFRE practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free CFRE practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real CFRE formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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