ISACA has closed applications for the beta of its new Advanced in AI Governance (AAIG) certification. On October 23, 2026, the AAIG page reads “The AAIG Beta Application Period Is Now Closed” and says the beta program is in progress. When we checked the same page on October 22, 2026, it still said the beta was “currently accepting applicants.” ISACA has not published a full launch date or standard pricing.
Who this affects
- Governance professionals who planned to apply: the beta seat is no longer offered. The page used to list a $399 beta exam price that included the eBook review manual; that offer is gone.
- People already in the beta: ISACA says the program is in progress. Follow the instructions ISACA sent with your acceptance.
- Everyone else: wait for the full launch. ISACA lists eligibility as active CGEIT holders, or six years of enterprise governance experience including at least one in AI.
What to do now
- Get launch news from ISACA: the AAIG page has an update form and says ISACA will share information “as we approach the full launch.”
- Start with the three practice areas ISACA names: AI Enterprise Governance; Data and AI Architecture Principles; AI Enterprise Integration and Performance Monitoring. The official review course, question database and review manual are all marked “Coming soon!”
- Need an AI governance credential sooner? IAPP’s AIGP and ISACA’s AAIA, AAIR and AAISM are open now.
Our AI governance certifications comparison lines up every open option. See also the AIGP cost guide, the AAIA study guide and the AI Certification Requirements Index.
Key dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| October 22, 2026 | Last check where the AAIG page said the beta was “currently accepting applicants” |
| October 23, 2026 | AAIG page says the beta application period is closed and the beta is in progress |
| Not published | Full launch and standard exam pricing |
Source
- ISACA AAIG certification page (beta status, eligibility, practice areas, prep materials; the earlier $399 beta price as shown through October 22, 2026)
Checked against ISACA’s AAIG certification page on October 24, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I still join the ISACA AAIG beta?
No. On October 23, 2026 the AAIG page says the beta application period is closed. ISACA invites people to sign up for updates on the full launch.
When will the AAIG certification be generally available?
ISACA has not published a date. The AAIG page only says ISACA will share updates as it approaches the full launch.
Who is eligible for ISACA AAIG?
ISACA lists active CGEIT holders, or professionals with six years of enterprise governance experience including at least one year in AI.
How much will AAIG cost after the beta?
Standard pricing is not published. Beta participants paid $399, which included the eBook review manual; that offer no longer appears on the page.
