The Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) examination is a global benchmark for professionals in the anti-financial crime (AFC) sector. For exams taken , the curriculum has been updated to emphasize modern risks like virtual assets, AI-driven transaction monitoring, and digital KYC. Exam Structure and Scoring
: No penalty for guessing; candidates are encouraged to answer every question.
The examination is divided into four primary domains, each with a specific weight toward the final score: CAMS Exam Guide: How to Pass on Your First Attempt
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: Proctored online via Pearson VUE test centers or remote proctoring. Core Study Domains (Syllabus)
: 120 multiple-choice and multiple-selection questions. Duration : 3.5 hours (210 minutes) with no scheduled breaks. Passing Score : 75 out of 120 (approx. 63%).
