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About the exam
Chartered Accountancy has three levels: Foundation, Intermediate and Final, plus articleship. A student can register for the Foundation course after Class 10 and appear after Class 12.
Eligibility
- Registration: after passing Class 10.
- Appear: after Class 12, subject to the registration period as per ICAI rules.
Important dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Exam windows | Usually January, May and September (ICAI now holds the Foundation exam more than once a year) | Expected |
| Registration | Several months before the exam on the ICAI site | Expected |
Exam pattern
- Four papers: Accounting, Business Laws, Quantitative Aptitude, Business Economics. Paper 1 and 2 descriptive, 3 and 4 objective.
- Negative marking in objective papers.
Selection process
- Pass all papers (minimum 40% in each and 50% total).
Fee
- Fee is on the ICAI site.
How to apply
- Register on the ICAI student portal.
- Fill the exam form on the ICAI exam portal before the last date.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I do CA after Class 10?
You can register for Foundation after Class 10. The exam comes after Class 12 as per ICAI rules.