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ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC)

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CGRC ISC2 Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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Phase 1: Governance and ScopingYou are here

Define governance program foundations and system scope boundaries.

26
hours
2

Phase 2: Control Selection and Implementation

Practice framework selection, control approval, and control rollout.

34
hours
3

Phase 3: Assessment and Compliance

Build auditing, assessment, and authorization decision fluency.

32
hours
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Phase 4: Continuous Compliance Maintenance

Reinforce monitoring and sustainment for long-term compliance posture.

22
hours
5

Phase 5: Timed 125-Question Drills

Run timed simulation sets and remediate weak domain performance.

20
hours
Estimated total study time
134 hours
That's about 14 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CGRC Exam?

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Age
Minimum age 18 for ISC2 certification exams
Education
No formal education requirement
Experience
Certification requires 2 years cumulative paid work experience in one or more CGRC domains; Associate of ISC2 status is available if experience is pending
Additional Requirements
  • ISC2 exams are currently delivered in person at Pearson VUE test centers
  • Annual maintenance fee and CPE requirements apply for continued certification
  • Agree to ISC2 Code of Ethics and exam policies

CGRC Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-14 weeks for experienced GRC and compliance practitioners

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE Testing Center

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

After first failed attempt, wait 30 days. After second failed attempt, wait 60 days. After third and later failed attempts, wait 90 days. Maximum 4 attempts per 12 months per certification.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeUS$599
Total Estimated CostUS$599-US$1,198+
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What You'll Study

8 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

CGRC Exam Details

ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC)

Administered by ISC2

Official Source
700 out of 1000
Passing Score
125
Questions
3
Hours
US$599
Exam Fee
Study time: ISC2 does not publish official study-hour requirements; many candidates plan 120-180 hours
Prerequisites: No prerequisite to sit the exam; certification requires 2 years of cumulative paid work experience in one or more CGRC domains (or Associate of ISC2 path until experience is met)
Valid for: 3-year cycle (minimum 60 CPEs over 3 years plus annual maintenance fee)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official ISC2 content outline

Security and Privacy Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance Program16%

Establish governance structures, risk context, and program oversight principles

Scope of the System10%

Define system boundaries, assets, and operational context for compliance assessments

Selection and Approval of Framework, Security, and Privacy Controls14%

Choose and authorize appropriate control frameworks and controls

Implementation of Security and Privacy Controls17%

Implement selected controls and integrate controls into operational environments

Assessment/Audit of Security and Privacy Controls16%

Evaluate control effectiveness through testing, assessment, and audit activities

System Compliance14%

Support authorization, evidence, and regulatory compliance outcomes

Compliance Maintenance13%

Sustain compliance through continuous monitoring and lifecycle governance

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