The 2026 Certified Master Anaplanner Program has begun, and there is incredible opportunity for 2026 Certified Master Anaplanners (CMAs) to demonstrate their thought leadership, technical expertise, Anaplan championship, and mentorship capabilities across the entire Anaplan ecosystem.
At their core, a Certified Master Anaplanner is someone who elevates others across the Anaplan ecosystem through the many ways they share their expertise. This includes mentoring others, sharing community perspective and technical architecture thought leadership, demonstrating innovative solutions, providing product feature insight, ideating and inspiring others in the Anaplan Community to help define the future of the platform, leading CoE development, building innovative roadmaps to scale the platform for business decision-making, and championing Anaplan in the competitive market.
Engagement zones
The 2026 CMA contribution activities list is attached to this post and available for CMAs to download:
Download the list of 2026 Contribution Activities
Each contribution activity is mapped to four engagement zones to help articulate how Certified Master Anaplanners are driving impact within the Anaplan ecosystem. As mentors, thought leaders, Anaplan Champions, and technical experts, Certified Master Anaplanners play a critical role in elevating the broader ecosystem and driving value through the ways they share their expertise.
Each engagement zone is important to the Certified Master Anaplanner community, the entire Anaplan ecosystem, and the Anaplan Community. Highlighting these zones is intended to help you easily align your experience and interests with activities that best suit where you want to make impact. CMAs are encouraged to focus on a primary engagement zone or pursue a blend of activities across zones — with the opportunity for some to complete activities in all four engagement zones during 2026.
Contribution activities will continue to be reviewed and updated throughout 2026 to reflect evolving priorities and areas of impact across the Anaplan ecosystem.
Contribution activities will continue to evolve throughout 2026, with new opportunities introduced regularly to reflect where Certified Master Anaplanners can have the greatest impact. This list will be refreshed at least quarterly, giving CMAs ongoing ways to engage, contribute, and be recognized for the value they deliver across the Anaplan ecosystem.
CMAs are encouraged to check back regularly and plan contributions early to take advantage of new opportunities as they are introduced.
Certification maintenance requirements
Certified Master Anaplanners are expected to actively contribute throughout 2026 and must meet two requirements to renew certification for 2026. These requirements remain consistent with prior years.
Contribution activity requirement
- Complete contribution activities totaling 400 points by December 15, 2026.
- The full contribution activity requirement is due in December; however, CMAs are strongly encouraged to show progress or have a communicated plan in place by the mid-year check-in.
- To support proactive planning and visibility, a mid-year check-in will be conducted between June and July 2026, with 200 points completed or confirmed by July 31, 2026 through planned, communicated activities
- CMAs are encouraged to report contribution activities as they are completed rather than waiting until deadlines
Technical (recertification exam) requirement
- Pass the proctored Certified Master Anaplanner recertification exam by December 31, 2026 (the exam must be passed, not just scheduled)
- The study guide and recertification exam will be available beginning July 8, 2026
- Recertification exam details are available in the 2026 Recertification Information resource
- CMAs should review the Recertification Exam Registration Instructions course in the Anaplan Academy CMA Program Maintenance learning path, which includes step-by-step guidance and the required registration code
Important clarification on recertification exam timing
The Certified Master Anaplanner recertification exam is required every two years. For 2026, the following applies:
- Certified Master Anaplanners who did not take the proctored recertification exam in the prior year — including Japanese-language learners awaiting the release of the Japanese exam and individuals who were granted a one-year extension due to extenuating circumstances — will need to complete and pass the proctored recertification exam in 2026.
- Certified Master Anaplanners who took and passed the proctored recertification exam to renew certification for 2026 have fulfilled the technical requirement for the two-year cycle.
- Newly certified Master Anaplanners in 2025 or 2026 have two years from the date of their initial exam before their first recertification exam is required.
If you are unsure if you need to take action to fulfill the technical requirement in 2026, please contact MasterAnaplanners@anaplan.com for confirmation.
Program terms, conditions, and contact information
Certified Master Anaplanners are responsible for remaining informed of the program policies and requirements that govern certification maintenance and participation.
Please review the 2026 Certified Master Anaplanner Program Terms and Conditions.
Please download and review the 2026 Certified Master Anaplanner Program Terms and Conditions
CMAs must also ensure their contact information remains accurate and up to date, including the email address associated with their Certified Master Anaplanner Program participation. Changes to employment or email address should be addressed promptly to avoid disruptions to program communications.
For guidance on updating your email address, including temporary updates during employment transitions, DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT. Instead, email the Academy help desk (academy@anaplan.com) to request an update to your learner and Community email address.
If you are a Certified Master Anaplanner who has any questions about the requirements for annual certification maintenance, your status, or how to engage, please email MasterAnaplanners@anaplan.com
If you are interested in the Certified Master Anaplanner Program and wish to learn more about how to become a Certified Master Anaplanner, please review the resources here.
