2026 SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge
SHRM-CP Exam Cost and Application Fees
Your SHRM-CP price depends on the application period and your membership or discount eligibility. Compare the live fee page with your own window and confirm the charge at application.
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Why the fee page and handbook can differ
SHRM’s live exam options page and the fee table in the 2026 handbook show different amounts. Use the live fee page for the window and rate you are applying under. Confirm any discount or deadline with SHRM before relying on it.
How much does the SHRM-CP exam cost?
Standard rates already include a $50 nonrefundable application component and a $49 nonrefundable standard-deadline component. Student and military rates have their own eligibility and prices. Check the applicable total at the time you apply, particularly if you are outside the U.S. or applying for a later window.
Use the account in your own name and keep the application receipt. If you are claiming member pricing, verify that it appears on your application before completing payment. The handbook says membership must be active at the time of application to receive that rate.
| U.S. application rate | SHRM member | Nonmember |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 2026 Window 2 | $399 | $499 |
| Early bird, 2026 Window 2 (closed) | $350 | $450 |
How does the application date affect the price?
For 2026 Window 2, the early-bird period has closed. SHRM lists U.S. standard rates of $399 for members and $499 for nonmembers. The standard rate already includes the application and standard deadline fees. Check the current fee page if you qualify for student or military pricing or are applying for a later window.
If you cannot sit in your approved window, check the handbook and Prometric confirmation before assuming a transfer or cancellation is available. SHRM lists a $150 exam transfer fee, and Prometric may charge separately for an appointment cancellation.
Study resources for this exam
Use the issuer’s current candidate materials for the exam rules. TestCertify provides free guides and a sample ZIP, plus an optional independent prep kit.
Frequently asked questions
Is an early-bird fee available in every window?
Check the dates for the window you want. The early rate applies only during the published early-bird period.
Does the exam payment include study materials?
The exam application and optional study products are separate purchases.
What if I need to transfer or retake?
Check SHRM’s handbook for the current transfer and retake rules. A retake requires a new application in a later window.