CA Exam 2025: Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus & Registration Process
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the 2025 CA exam dates. If you are preparing for the CA Foundation, CA Intermediate or CA Final exams, this guide will provide you with all the necessary information including exam dates, admission criteria, syllabus, registration process and frequently asked questions.
CA Exam 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) |
| Levels of CA Exam | CA Foundation, CA Intermediate, CA Final |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Exam Language | English & Hindi |
| Exam Frequency | CA Foundation & CA Intermediate – Thrice a YearCA Final – Twice a Year |
| Registration Window | Open Throughout the Year |
CA Exam 2025 Dates
| Exam Level | Exam Dates May 2025 |
|---|---|
| CA Foundation | May 15, 17, 19, and 21, 2025 |
| CA Intermediate | Group-I: May 03, 05, and 07, 2025; Group-II: May 09, 11, and 14, 2025 |
| CA Final | Group-I: May 02, 04, and 06, 2025; Group-II: May 08, 10, and 13, 2025 |
CA Exam 2025 Eligibility Criteria
CA Foundation Eligibility
- Must have completed Class 12 from a recognized board with at least 50% marks.
- Students appearing in Class 12 exams can also register.
CA Intermediate Eligibility
- Must have passed CA Foundation or have a Commerce degree with 55% marks (60% for non-commerce students).
CA Final Eligibility
- Must have cleared CA Intermediate.
- Completion of 3 years of articleship training is mandatory.
CA Exam 2025 Registration
ICAI will conduct CA Foundation & CA Intermediate exams thrice a year (May, September, January) and CA Final twice a year (May & November). Candidates must register through the Self-Service Portal (SSP) at https://eservices.icai.org.
CA Exam Form 2025 & Fees
| CA Level | India (INR) | Overseas (USD) | Kathmandu (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | 1,500 | 325 | 2,200 |
| Intermediate (Single Group) | 1,500 | 325 | 2,200 |
| Intermediate (Both Groups) | 2,700 | 500 | 3,400 |
| Final (Single Group) | 1,800 | 325 | 2,200 |
| Final (Both Groups) | 3,300 | 550 | 3,400 |
CA Exam Pattern 2025
| Particulars | CA Foundation | CA Intermediate | CA Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline | Offline | Offline |
| Duration | 2-3 Hours | 3 Hours | 3 Hours |
| Question Type | Objective & Subjective | Objective & Subjective | Objective & Subjective |
| Total Marks | 400 | 600 | 800 |
| Negative Marking | Only for Objective Papers | No | No |
CA Exam 2025 Syllabus
CA Foundation Syllabus
| Paper | Subject |
|---|---|
| 1 | Principles and Practice of Accounting |
| 2 | Business Laws and Business Correspondence & Reporting |
| 3 | Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, and Statistics |
| 4 | Business Economics and Business & Commercial Knowledge |
CA Intermediate Syllabus
| Group | Paper | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | 1 | Advanced Accounting |
| 2 | Corporate and Other Laws | |
| 3 | Taxation | |
| Group 2 | 4 | Cost and Management Accounting |
| 5 | Auditing and Ethics | |
| 6 | Financial Management & Strategic Management |
CA Final Syllabus
| Group | Paper | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | 1 | Financial Reporting |
| 2 | Advanced Financial Management | |
| 3 | Advanced Auditing, Assurance & Professional Ethics | |
| Group 2 | 4 | Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation |
| 5 | Indirect Tax Laws | |
| 6 | Integrated Business Solutions |
CA Exam 2025 Admit Card
The ICAI admit card will be available 15 days before the exam at https://eservices.icai.org. Candidates must carry a printed copy of their admit card to the exam center.
CA Exam 2025 Result
The ICAI will declare CA exam results 45 days after the exam at https://icai.nic.in. CA Final candidates receive both physical & e-mark sheets, while CA Foundation & Intermediate results are available in electronic format only.
CA Exam 2025 FAQs
- What are the levels of the CA exams conducted by ICAI?
Ans: There are three levels of CA exams: CA Foundation, CA Intermediate, and CA Final.
- How many times a year is the CA exam held?
Ans: CA Foundation and CA Intermediate: three times a year (May, September, January)
CA Final: twice a year (May, November)
- How long does it take to complete the CA course?
Ans: It typically lasts between 4.5 and 5 years, including exams and 3 years of practical training.
- What are the eligibility requirements for the CA Foundation exam in 2025?
Ans: Candidates must have passed grade 12 with a 50% mark or be currently taking the class 12 exam.
- What are the career opportunities after completing the CA course?
Ans: CA professionals can work in auditing, tax, financial analysis, investment banking, and corporate finance, or start their own CA practice.
- Where can I register for the CA exams?
Ans: You can register online through the Self-Service Portal (SSP) at https://eservices.icai.org.
- How is the CA exam conducted?
Ans: The CA exams are conducted offline, with question papers consisting of subjective and objective questions.
- Is there negative marking in the CA exam?
Ans: Negative marking in CA Foundation is only applicable to objective exams.
- When will the admit cards for the 2025 CA exam be released?
Ans: The ICAI admit card will be available 15 days before the exam.
- What is the pass rate for the CA exam?
Ans: To pass, candidates must obtain at least 40% in each exam and 50% overall.
For the latest updates, visit ICAI’s official website.
