CFCM Study Guide 2026
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CFCM exam key facts
- The CFCM exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions, including 10 unscored beta questions. Source
- Candidates are allowed a time limit of 3 hours (180 minutes) to complete the CFCM exam. Source
- The passing score required to pass the CFCM exam is 70%. Source
- The CFCM exam costs $135 in the U.S. and Canada ($160 internationally), in addition to an application fee of $165 for NCMA members or $365 for nonmembers. Source
- Candidates who fail the CFCM exam may test up to three times during their eligibility year, waiting at least 10 days before retaking. Source
- The CFCM credential is valid for five years, while application eligibility to take the exam lasts for one year. Source
📋 CFCM Exam Format at a Glance
📚 CFCM Topics to Study (37)
✍️ Sample CFCM Questions & Answers
1. What is a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) most accurately described as?
A BPA is a simplified method for filling anticipated repetitive needs by establishing a 'charge account' arrangement with a supplier, reducing administrative burden.
2. Which scenario represents a violation of the Certified Federal Contracts Manager code of professional conduct?
Misrepresenting qualifications or certification status is a serious violation of professional conduct. It undermines public trust and can lead to harm when unqualified individuals perform specialized work.
3. Under FAR Part 6, which authority allows an agency to limit competition to a single source when only one responsible source can satisfy agency needs?
FAR 6.302-1 authorizes other-than-full-and-open competition when only one responsible source exists and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
4. A contractor who knowingly presents a false claim to the government may be liable under which federal statute?
The False Claims Act imposes civil and criminal penalties on contractors who knowingly submit fraudulent claims or statements to the federal government.
5. What is the primary purpose of the Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct required under FAR 52.203-13?
FAR 52.203-13 requires contractors to promote ethical cultures and maintain internal controls for detecting and reporting violations of federal law.
6. In CFCM practice, what is the best approach to quality improvement in far regulations?
Data-driven quality improvement with measurable outcomes ensures that changes actually produce the intended improvements and can be verified.
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- A timed, full-length CFCM mock exam — 150 questions in 210 minutes with a 75% pass mark, modeled on the official exam's question count and time limit, followed by a score report broken down by exam domain.
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- Progress saved on your device: completed tests, scores and missed questions stay in My Progress, so you can retake only what you got wrong.
- A printable CFCM cheat sheet you can print or save as a PDF.
- CFCM flashcards built from the same question bank.
- Free CFCM practice tests with the correct answer shown after each question.
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Sources & references
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- ncmahq.org — Exam format, passing score, retake policy, score release, time limit, score validity, fees, test dates, test delivery · verified Oct 2026