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Exam Applicants
- Qualifications Division
- 512-305-7851
- 512-305-7875
- exam@tsbpa.texas.gov
In Texas, an individual is considered an "applicant" for the CPA Exam if they plan meet the educational requirements and intend to sit for the Uniform CPA Examination, administered by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA). This involves submitting transcripts and other relevant documents for evaluation. TSBPA requires an Application of Intent for this initial step for applicants working towards becoming a certified public accountant (CPA). An applicant may or may not be actively preparing to take the exam at this point.
Exam / Qualifications Overview
The Board has a statutory obligation put forth in Section 901.252 to ensure that every person engaged in the practice of public accountancy in Texas meets specific eligibility requirements. Only those who meet these requirements will be issued certificates to practice public accountancy in Texas.
- Pass a background investigation
- Pass the CPA Exam
- Meet the education and work experience requirements
- Pass an exam on the Board’s Rules of Professional Conduct
New Pathway for CPA Exam and Certification
Recent changes to the Public Accountancy Act created an alternative pathway for applicants to qualify for the CPA Exam and obtain the CPA certificate.
News & Notices
Our New Website is Live!
The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) launched its new website on March 23, 2026. You can still find
CPA Certification Frequently Asked Questions
Pathways to CPA Certification Recent changes to the Public Accountancy Act created a new pathway to CPA certification. The pathways
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Examination Fee Financial Aid Program
Texas accounting students who recently took and passed the first section of the CPA Exam may be eligible to get
TSBPA Events
- May 13, 2026
- 10:00am
- Committees
- May 13, 2026
- 1:30pm
- Committees
- May 14, 2026
- 10:00am
- Board
- May 25, 2026
- 12:00am
- Holidays / Closures
Applicant Forms
X0016 - Authorization for Interstate Exchange of Examination and Licensure Information
X0019 - Application For Testing Accommodations For The Uniform CPA Examination - General Instructions
X0020 - Application For Testing Accommodations For The Uniform CPA Examination - Form A
X0021 - Application For Testing Accommodations For The Uniform CPA Examination - Form B
X0022 - Application For Testing Accommodations For The Uniform CPA Examination - Form C
X0023 - Application For Testing Accommodations For The Uniform CPA Examination - Form D
X0024 - Application For Testing Accommodations For The Uniform CPA Examination - Form E