CFA Salary in India: Level 1 vs Level 2 vs Level 3 vs Charterholder
The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program is a highly respected and globally recognized finance qualification, valued by employers across the financial industry. A common question among candidates is: "What salary can I expect after clearing each CFA level?" According to a compensation survey conducted by CFA Institute and Kantar among more than 2,100 CFA candidates and Charterholders in India, and reported by Livemint on 20 January 2023, the average annual salaries are as follows. Salary of CFA Level 1 Passed Candidates: Level 1 passed candidates earn an average of ₹9.8 lakh per year. They typically take on roles such as financial analyst, equity research analyst, investment analyst, credit analyst, and risk analyst. This level builds a strong foundation in finance, ethics, and investment concepts. Salary of CFA Level 2 Passed Candidates: Level 2 passed candidates earn ₹13.5 lakh annually. With deeper knowledge of valuation, financial analysis, derivatives, and portfoli...