CPA Exam Pass Rates by Section
Current AICPA population data Through Q2 2026. Use it for context, not as a personal pass prediction.
Quick answer
Through Q2 2026, AICPA's published cumulative section rates range from 42.95% for FAR to 79.53% for TCP. Those values describe tested populations. They do not tell you your personal odds, do not establish a universal first-attempt rate, and do not prove which section is easiest.
Through Q2 2026
Current cumulative CPA Exam pass rates
| Section | 2026 cumulative | Score weight | Public practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUD | 48.65% | 50% MCQ / 50% TBS | Try AUD questions |
| FAR | 42.95% | 50% MCQ / 50% TBS | Try FAR questions |
| REG | 66.78% | 50% MCQ / 50% TBS | Try REG questions |
| BAR | 43.64% | 50% MCQ / 50% TBS | Try BAR questions |
| ISC | 67.45% | 60% MCQ / 40% TBS | Try ISC questions |
| TCP | 79.53% | 50% MCQ / 50% TBS | Try TCP questions |
Values are AICPA's published cumulative results, not an arithmetic average created by CPAPass. Verified 2026-08-04. Open the official source.
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What CPA pass rates can and cannot tell you
Use them for
- Understanding the current tested-population result by section.
- Comparing a quarter with AICPA's published cumulative value.
- Identifying which section guide or public practice sample to open next.
Do not use them for
- Calculating your personal chance of passing.
- Calling the highest-rate section the easiest.
- Assuming every attempt in the table is a first attempt.
Need the scoring mechanics instead? See how the 75 passing score works. Choosing a Discipline requires a different decision, covered by the BAR, ISC, and TCP comparison guide.
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AUD
Use the AUD rate as tested-population context, then use your own unfamiliar practice and section-specific evidence for study decisions.
FAR
Use the FAR rate as tested-population context, then use your own unfamiliar practice and section-specific evidence for study decisions.
REG
Use the REG rate as tested-population context, then use your own unfamiliar practice and section-specific evidence for study decisions.
BAR
Use the BAR rate as tested-population context, then use your own unfamiliar practice and section-specific evidence for study decisions.
ISC
Use the ISC rate as tested-population context, then use your own unfamiliar practice and section-specific evidence for study decisions.
TCP
Use the TCP rate as tested-population context, then use your own unfamiliar practice and section-specific evidence for study decisions.
Looking for scoring or score-release timing?
Pass rates describe tested populations. Use the CPA Exam scoring guide for what 75 means. For timing, use the protected 2026 score-release schedule or score-release calculator. Those pages own dates and test-date calculations.
CPA Exam pass-rate questions
- What do pass rates actually measure?
- They report the share of tested section attempts that passed in the published AICPA period. AICPA does not identify this table as a universal first-attempt rate or as the odds for an individual candidate.
- Does the section with the highest pass rate have the easiest exam?
- No. Candidate preparation and self-selection differ by section, especially for the Disciplines. Use pass rates as population context, then choose and prepare for a section using its content and your own evidence.
- How current are the 2026 CPA Exam pass rates?
- This page contains AICPA Q1, Q2, and published cumulative values through Q2 2026. Later quarters can change the cumulative result, so confirm the visible source and review date before reusing the numbers.
- Should I choose a CPA Discipline from its pass rate?
- No. Discipline candidates self-select and may bring different backgrounds. Compare BAR, ISC, and TCP content with your experience and career goals instead of treating the highest rate as a personal shortcut.
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