| Cover | Mar. 08, 2023 |
| Cover [Abstract] | |
| Entity Registrant Name | CEL-SCI CORPORATION |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0000725363 |
| Document Type | 8-K |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Entity Emerging Growth Company | false |
| Document Period End Date | Mar. 08, 2023 |
| Entity Incorporation State Country Code | CO |
| Entity Tax Identification Number | 84-0916344 |
| Written Communications | false |
| Soliciting Material | false |
| Pre Commencement Tender Offer | false |
| Pre Commencement Issuer Tender Offer | false |
| Entity File Number | 001-11889 |
| Entity Address Address Line 1 | 8229 Boone Blvd. #802 |
| Entity Address City Or Town | Vienna |
| Entity Address State Or Province | VA |
| Entity Address Postal Zip Code | 22182 |
| City Area Code | 703 |
| Local Phone Number | 506-9460 |
| Security 12b Title | Common Stock |
| Trading Symbol | CVM |
| Security Exchange Name | NYSEAMER |
