IIBF Treasury Manager Exam Pattern
Two stages, two pass marks. Here is exactly how the online paper and the classroom assessment are scored.
The IIBF Certified Treasury Manager (CTP) exam pattern has two stages. Stage one is an online, remote-proctored Treasury Operations paper: 100 MCQs, including case-based questions, for 100 marks in 2 hours, in English, with no negative marking and a pass mark of 50 out of 100. Stage two is 3 days of classroom training with an internal assessment out of 50, where at least 25 is needed to be certified.
That second stage is the part most candidates discover late. Clearing the online paper does not certify you; it qualifies you to book the training. This page covers the mechanics of both stages, and what each pass mark actually means.
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The Online Treasury Operations Paper
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online, remote-proctored |
| Questions | 100 MCQs, including case-based questions |
| Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Language | English |
| Negative marking | None |
| Pass mark | 50 out of 100 |
The Classroom Training Stage
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 3 days |
| Format | Classroom (physical or virtual), with live mock dealing in forex and bonds |
| Assessment | Internal assessment out of 50 |
| Pass mark | 25 out of 50 |
| When | Slots booked online after clearing the online exam |
Both Stages Are Compulsory
Certification requires clearing the online paper AND scoring at least 25/50 in the classroom training's internal assessment. Neither stage alone produces the CTP certificate. Budget time for both when planning an attempt: training slots are booked only after the online result.
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What Case-Based MCQs Change
A plain MCQ tests one fact. A case-based MCQ gives a scenario, a bond's coupon and price, a forward rate quote, a liquidity position, and asks for a worked answer. The Treasury Operations paper uses both, and the case questions are the reason 2 hours can feel short on a 100-question paper.
There is no negative marking, so every question should be attempted. The real constraint is time spent per calculation, which is a preparation problem, not an exam-day problem. The preparation page covers how to train for it.
Attempts and Re-registration
- check_circleRegistration is per attempt: each attempt at the online exam needs a fresh registration on iibf.org.in.
- check_circleAn immediate second attempt at the online exam is available at ₹200, per IIBF's re-enrolment provision.
- check_circleThe exam runs on a half-yearly cycle, on pre-announced dates published on IIBF's website.
- check_circleThe digital certificate is emailed after both the online exam and the training are complete.
FAQs
How many questions does the CTP exam have and how long is it?expand_more
The online Treasury Operations paper has 100 MCQs, including case-based questions, for 100 marks in 2 hours. It is conducted online with remote proctoring, in English.
What is the CTP pass mark?expand_more
50 out of 100 in the online Treasury Operations paper, plus at least 25 out of 50 in the internal assessment during the 3-day classroom training. Both are required for certification.
Is there negative marking in the CTP exam?expand_more
No. There is no negative marking on the online paper, so every question is worth attempting.
Is the classroom training compulsory?expand_more
Yes. The 3-day classroom training, which includes live mock dealing in forex and bonds, is a required stage. At least 25 out of 50 in its internal assessment is needed to complete certification.
How often is the CTP exam held?expand_more
IIBF conducts it on a half-yearly basis, on pre-announced dates published on its website, with the registration window opening before each cycle.
What happens if I fail the online paper?expand_more
You can re-enrol. Registration is separate for each attempt, and IIBF offers an immediate second attempt at the online exam for ₹200.
Next steps
Take a full Treasury Manager mock testSimulate the 100-question, 2-hour Treasury Operations paper.