Exam administration update (September 9, 2026): This article discusses CAIE artificial intelligence engineer certification, not AIPM. Since June 2026, CAIE has arranged two morning exam sessions each month; the current official website lists Level I and Level II sessions on September 13, September 19, October 18, and October 31, all from 10:00–11:30, and the specific bookable sessions are subject to the exam center display. The current instructions suspend selection for that exam period 5 days before the exam, and changing the exam period also requires contacting official customer service 5 days in advance. View the current CAIE exam instructions. Below, the April exam period records from the first draft are retained; dates that have expired and the booking estimates made at the time do not apply to current registration.
As of April 29, 2026, the first draft of this article recorded, based on CAIE (Saiyi) official website information at the time, that Saiyi certification used a remote computer-based exam format, in principle arranging one exam per month; after completing registration, candidates could book any one exam session within one year. The exam dates listed at the time included May 30, 2026 and June 27, 2026, with both the new Level I and Level II scheduled that day from 10:00-11:30. Candidates could view and book exams through the CAIE (Saiyi) official website registration page. (CAIE (Saiyi) official website)
1. Historical Exam Schedule (Recorded in April 2026, Now Expired)
| Exam date | Exam level | Exam time | Exam format |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2026 | New Level I | 10:00-11:30 | Remote computer-based exam |
| May 30, 2026 | Level II | 10:00-11:30 | Remote computer-based exam |
| June 27, 2026 | New Level I | 10:00-11:30 | Remote computer-based exam |
| June 27, 2026 | Level II | 10:00-11:30 | Remote computer-based exam |
The first draft was recorded at the time according to the old instructions of suspending exam period selection 7 days before the exam and contacting to adjust 7 days in advance; that section is retained only as historical background. The current rule has changed to 5 days before the exam, and the historical estimates below cannot be used to arrange registration. (CAIE (Saiyi) official website)
2. Historical Registration Deadline Estimates (Not Applicable to Current Exam Periods)
The following are historical estimates made in the first draft for the two exam periods at the time, based on the old “7 days before the exam” instruction:
| Exam period | Suggested latest selection time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2026 exam period | Around May 23, 2026 or earlier | Applies to both new Level I and Level II |
| June 27, 2026 exam period | Around June 20, 2026 or earlier | Applies to both new Level I and Level II |
The above dates have expired and are retained only as historical estimate records; the current rules and actually selectable exam periods should be based on what is displayed on the CAIE exam registration system page.
3. What Is the Saiyi Certification Exam Format?
The CAIE (Saiyi) artificial intelligence engineer certification exam is a remote computer-based exam. After successful registration, candidates will receive relevant notifications by email and SMS, can also check the exam schedule in “My Exam Center,” and enter the exam at the specified time. (CAIE (Saiyi) official website)
This means candidates do not need to go to an offline test center to take the exam, but complete the exam process online according to the booked exam period. For working professionals, students, and cross-industry learners, the remote computer-based exam arrangement makes it easier to use weekends or fixed times to complete certification in a focused way.
4. Saiyi Certification Registration Process
The Saiyi certification registration process can be summarized as:
- Enter the CAIE (Saiyi) official website;
- Register an account online;
- Submit registration information;
- Choose the exam subject;
- Complete payment;
- Choose the exam time;
- Wait for review approval;
- Take the exam at the booked time;
- After results are released, log in to the exam system to check them, with the release time subject to the notice for the corresponding exam period and the exam center display;
- Those who pass can obtain the CAIE electronic certificate.
The official website states that after the exam, candidates can check results in the exam system, and those who pass certification can obtain an electronic certificate; if a paper certificate is needed, the production cost and express delivery fee must be paid separately. (CAIE (Saiyi) official website)
5. Saiyi Certification Registration Requirements
| Level | Registration requirements | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | No requirements; anyone can register | AI beginners, career changers, people who hope to systematically learn AI applications |
| Level II | Requires passing Level I certification | People who hope to participate in or lead complex AI projects and have further technical capability requirements |
The CAIE certification system is divided into two levels, Level I and Level II. Level I mainly targets foundational artificial intelligence cognition, tool application, and scenario-based application capabilities; Level II focuses more on complex AI engineering projects, algorithm foundations, technical foundations of large language models, and enterprise-level engineering practice. (CAIE (Saiyi) official website)
6. Saiyi Certification Exam Fees
| Level | Exam fee |
|---|---|
| Level I | 200 yuan |
| Level II | 800 yuan |
| Level I + Level II combined registration | 1000 yuan |
According to official website information, the Level I exam fee is 200 yuan and the Level II exam fee is 800 yuan. If a paper certificate is needed, an additional production cost and express delivery fee of 80 yuan must be paid. (CAIE (Saiyi) official website)
7. Result Inquiry and Passing Rules
CAIE exam results are evaluated using four grades: A, B, C, and D, of which A, B, and C are passes and D is a fail. After the exam, candidates can check the exam grade in the CAIE exam center; the official website states that answer-result inquiry is not provided, and the current exam questions and answers are not published. (CAIE (Saiyi) official website)
On the same official website page, the registration process section says “7 working days after the exam,” while the result evaluation paragraph says “7 days after the exam,” and the two time statements have not yet been unified. Therefore, a unified result release date should not be promised, and the notice for the corresponding exam period and the actual opening status in the exam center should be the reference. After results are released, candidates can enter the personal center to check them.
8. How Should Candidates Choose an Exam Period?
For candidates preparing to register for Saiyi certification, the exam period can be chosen according to the following principles:
| Situation | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Systematic review completed | Prioritize the nearest exam session |
| Still preparing for the new Level I | Based on the currently applicable syllabus and review progress, choose a later exam period still bookable in the system |
| Passed Level I and preparing for Level II | Choose a currently open session based on the Level II syllabus and review progress |
| Weekday schedule is unstable | Book as early as possible and note the current 5-day-before-exam selection and adjustment requirements |
| Registering only near the deadline | Focus on checking the exam periods still selectable in the system |
The current instruction is that selection for a given exam period is suspended 5 days before each exam date. It is recommended to confirm registration, booking, and equipment arrangements in advance, rather than waiting until the deadline. Specific arrangements are subject to the announcement for the corresponding exam period and the exam center display.
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