Thinking about sitting your next CIMA exam? One of the most common questions students ask is:

👉 “What are the latest CIMA pass rates?”

Below we’ve summarised the most recent results published by CIMA (as of September 2025), covering both Case Study exams and Objective Test (OT) exams.

📌 Bottom line: Pass rates vary by subject and sitting, but trends show that Case Studies have average pass rates between 53–71%, while OT exams range widely, from 44% up to 83% depending on the subject.

1. CIMA Case Study Pass Rates (2024–2025)

The Case Study exams take place four times a year (Feb, May, Aug, Nov). Here are the most recent results:

2. CIMA Objective Test (OT) Pass Rates

Objective Test exams are sat on-demand throughout the year. They generally have lower pass rates than Case Studies, and vary significantly depending on the subject.

Here are the most recent figures released by CIMA:

Source: CIMA Exam Pass Rates

3. How to Interpret the Pass Rates

• Don’t panic about low pass rates. Subjects like P2 (44%) and F2 (47%) are tough, but they’re passable with the right preparation.
• Case Studies are more consistent (53–71% range), but require strong exam technique, not just knowledge.
• OT exams can feel unpredictable. Since they’re computer-based and sat on demand, results can swing more widely.
• Focus on study strategy, not stats. These numbers are useful for context, but success depends on your preparation, not averages.

4. Boosting Your Chances of Passing

At VIVA, we’ve helped thousands of students outperform global averages. And in fact, we won the CIMA Global Pass Rate Excellence Award (2020, 2023, 2024) for our superior student results.

Our tips for exam success:

1. 📅 Have a plan: map out your study schedule early.
2. 🕒 Start early: don’t wait for pre-seens or deadlines.
3. 📝 Practice with mocks: simulate exam pressure and timing (VIVA has some of the most realistic CIMA mock exams in the world).
4. 💡 Use expert guidance: VIVA’s tutors are CIMA subject specialists with years of experience helping thousands of CIMA students.

You can find more tips on the Case Study here, and on passing the OT exams here.

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