ICAI ca final exams -The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced a substantial adjustment to the test timetable for Chartered Accountancy (CA) candidates. Starting in 2025, the CA Final examinations will be held three times each year rather than twice a year as they are now. This move is consistent with the ICAI’s larger aim to expand student possibilities and improve examination system flexibility.
This development follows a similar decision taken last year, when the ICAI opted to hold Intermediate and Foundation course examinations three times a year. With the addition of the CA Final tests to the new framework, all three levels—Foundation, Intermediate, and Final—will now receive equal tries each year. These tests will be held in January, May, and September, guaranteeing a more organized and regular assessment cycle for candidates.
The ICAI stated that this reform aims to connect India’s CA examination system with worldwide best practices while providing students with increased convenience and opportunity. “The 26th Council of the ICAI has made the historic decision to expand the frequency of the CA Final test to three times per year. “This is a significant step forward in providing students with a more flexible and accessible examination process,” the ICAI said.
In addition, the ICAI has altered the timetable for the Post Qualification Course in Information Systems Audit. The Assessment Test for this course will now be held three times a year, in February, June, and October, rather than June and December as before. This adjustment is intended to improve access for members seeking this specific qualification.
These changes reflect the ICAI’s continued efforts to modernize the CA examination process, making it more user-friendly and responsive to the changing demands of the accounting profession.
ICAI to Conduct CA Final Examinations Thrice a Year from 2025 – Check Details
New Delhi, March 28, 2025 – In a significant move aimed at benefiting aspiring Chartered Accountants, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced that the CA Final examinations will be conducted three times a year starting from 2025. This decision is expected to offer greater flexibility to students and reduce the pressure of attempting the exam only twice annually.
Key Highlights of the Announcement:
- New Exam Schedule: From 2025 onwards, CA Final exams will be held in January, May, and September instead of the current biannual schedule in May and November.
- Objective: The move is aimed at reducing the waiting time for students who miss an attempt or wish to improve their scores sooner.
- Implementation: The triannual exam schedule will begin with the January 2025 attempt.
- Syllabus and Pattern: ICAI has clarified that the syllabus, exam pattern, and eligibility criteria will remain unchanged.
Impact on CA Aspirants
This decision is expected to bring several benefits to students:
- More Opportunities: Students will now have an additional attempt each year to clear the final level without waiting six months for the next exam.
- Reduced Academic Pressure: With more frequent exams, students can plan their preparations better and avoid unnecessary stress.
- Faster Career Progression: Candidates who clear the exams early can register for membership and begin their careers without long delays.
Official Statement from ICAI
A senior ICAI official stated, “This reform aligns with our commitment to ensuring a student-friendly examination system. By conducting CA Final exams thrice a year, we aim to enhance convenience, improve pass rates, and help candidates enter the profession faster.”
Other Changes and Considerations
- Registration & Exam Form Deadlines: ICAI will soon release a detailed timetable, including new deadlines for exam registrations and application submissions.
- No Change for CA Inter & Foundation Exams: As of now, only CA Final exams will follow the new triannual schedule, while the CA Foundation and Inter exams will continue as per the existing structure.
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