Become a Chartered Accountant: Course Details
About Course
Unlock a world of high-paying jobs and secure a career in finance with a Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualification. This course takes you from the basics in the Foundation stage to advanced financial skills in the Final stage, perfect for beginners and advanced learners.
The CA course is split into three parts: Foundation, Intermediate, and Final. Each part builds on the last, ensuring you understand all aspects of finance and accounting. The materials are updated every year to keep you up to speed and ready to apply your learnings directly on the job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Becoming a CA can open a wide range of career opportunities, with the potential to earn a high salary and enjoy job security both in India and abroad. The Indian Chartered Accountant program is a globally recognised professional credential that denotes expertise in Accounting, Finance, and Business.
- CA qualifications remain in demand globally, offering opportunities in various jurisdictions.
- CAs can explore diverse roles beyond auditing, including finance, consulting, and entrepreneurship.
- CAs with tech skills stay relevant as the profession integrates AI and data analytics.
- The CA designation leads to leadership positions, high remuneration, and job security.
- The CA designation leads to leadership positions, high remuneration, and job security.
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CA Foundation Route
- Candidates who passed Class 10 examination (any state or central government board or an equivalent examination). Candidates can write CA foundation examination after appearing for Class 12 exams. However, this is considered provisional admission that will be regularised after clearing Class 12 exams.
- Candidates who have already passed 12th the exams with a minimum of 50% marks.
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Graduates and Post-Graduates
- Candidates with a minimum of 55% marks in Graduation or Post Graduation in Commerce stream or equivalent from a recognised university can write CA Intermediate.
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NIOS
- Undergraduate or Post-Graduate candidates who have passed out from Open University can write CA Intermediate.
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Non-commerce students
- Candidates with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in a discipline other than commerce with a minimum of 60% or equivalent marks from a recognised University can write CA Intermediate..
Typically, it takes 6 years to complete, including three levels – Foundation, Intermediate, self-paced online learning modules and Final, along with article-ship training of 2 years.
Graduates and Post Graduates opting for the direct entry scheme can finish the course in 4-5 years.
Graduates and Post Graduates opting for the direct entry scheme can finish the course in 4-5 years.
CA Foundation- Thrice in a year (Jan, May / June, September)
CA Intermediate Thrice in a year (Jan, May / June, September)
CA Final - Twice in a year (May and November)
CA Intermediate Thrice in a year (Jan, May / June, September)
CA Final - Twice in a year (May and November)
- CA Foundation- Total four papers, a candidate must secure a minimum of 40% marks in each paper. An aggregate of 50 % marks is required in all four papers combined. No limits on the number of attempts. There is a negative mark (1/4 or 0.25) for wrong answers in Paper 3 & 4 papers.
- CA Intermediate- Total Six papers divided in 2 groups (3 papers in each group). Candidates have to score a minimum of 40% in every paper and aggregate of 50% of all the subjects in both the groups in single attempt. There is no negative marking in any subjects.
- Self-Paced Modules- After registering for CA final course, a student has to complete 4 self-paced online modules. Minimum 50% marks must be scored in each module. No restriction on the number of attempts. Marks in self-paced modules will not be aggregated with CGI Final score. There is no negative marking. You can complete them at your own pace and access all content provided in each mode.
- CA Final- Total Six papers divided in 2 groups (3 papers in each group). Candidates have to score a minimum of 40 % in every paper. An aggregate 50% of all the subjects at one sitting in either both the groups or a single group. Candidates can also write 1 group in 1 attempt. There is no negative marking for any subjects.
ICAI, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India is the certifying authority. (https://www.icai.org)
CA Foundation
Approximate fees of Rs. 9,000 (including prospectus charges and study material charges,)
CA Intermediate
Approximate fees of Rs.18,000 for both the groups.
CA Final
Approximate fees of Rs.22,000 for both the groups.
Approximate fees of Rs. 9,000 (including prospectus charges and study material charges,)
CA Intermediate
Approximate fees of Rs.18,000 for both the groups.
CA Final
Approximate fees of Rs.22,000 for both the groups.
Course Content
CA foundation Level 1
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Paper 1 – Accounting
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Paper 2- Business Law
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Paper 3 -Quantitative Aptitude
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Paper 4 -Business Economics
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