Earning the Certified Forensic Accountant (CrFA®) designation is a significant achievement — maintaining it is a commitment to lifelong learning, ethical conduct, and professional excellence.
To ensure that every CrFA® professional remains competent, credible, and aligned with global standards, CrFA® India requires members to meet ongoing requirements for continuing education, ethics compliance, and renewal.

Maintaining your certification preserves the integrity of the CrFA® credential and confirms your dedication to upholding the highest standards in forensic accounting and fraud investigation.

Why Maintenance Matters

The fields of financial forensics, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance evolve rapidly. New laws, technologies, and fraud schemes emerge every year.
Maintaining your CrFA® ensures that you remain:

• Up-to-date with current fraud risks and investigative methods

• Competent in using modern digital and analytical tools

• Responsible and compliant with ethical and legal standards

• Recognized as a professional who prioritizes accuracy and integrity

Keeping your certification active demonstrates to employers, clients, and peers that you are committed to excellence.

Continuing Professional Education (CPE)

CrFA® professionals are expected to complete annual continuing education hours to maintain active certification.

Acceptable activities include:

• CrFA® India webinars, workshops, and courses

• Fraud investigation and forensic accounting seminars

• Compliance, audit, and risk management training

• Research, academic publications, or teaching activities

• Approved online training and CPD courses

These learning activities ensure that you stay current with the latest forensic tools, standards, and best practices.

Learn about CrFA® Membership Renewal.