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ICAI May 2025 Exam Schedule and Important Dates for CA Foundation, Intermediate & Final

13-Jan-25 12:21

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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the examination schedule for May 2025 for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final courses. This is a key update for all CA aspirants. Below are the important details:


Examination Schedule

Foundation Course

  • Dates: 15th, 17th, 19th, and 21st May 2025
  • Papers:
    • Paper 1 & 2: 3 Hours (2 PM to 5 PM IST)
    • Paper 3 & 4: 2 Hours (2 PM to 4 PM IST)

 

Intermediate Course

  • Group I: 3rd, 5th, and 7th May 2025
  • Group II: 9th, 11th, and 14th May 2025
  • Timing: 2 PM to 5 PM IST for all papers

Final Course

  • Group I: 2nd, 4th, and 6th May 2025
  • Group II: 8th, 10th, and 13th May 2025
  • Paper 1 to 5: 3 Hours (2 PM to 5 PM IST)
  • Paper 6: 4 Hours (2 PM to 6 PM IST)

 

Foundation Course Examination

Date Paper Subject
15th May 2025 Paper 1 Accounting
17th May 2025 Paper 2 Business Laws
19th May 2025 Paper 3 Quantitative Aptitude
21st May 2025 Paper 4 Business Economics

Intermediate Course Examination

Date Group Paper Subject
3rd May 2025 Group I Paper 1 Advanced Accounting
5th May 2025 Group I Paper 2 Corporate and Other Laws
7th May 2025 Group I Paper 3 taxation
9th May 2025 Group II Paper 4 Cost & Management Accounting
11th May 2025 Group II Paper 5 Auditing and Ethics
14th May 2025 Group II Paper 6 Financial Management & Strategic Management

Final Course Examination

Date Group Paper Subject
2nd May 2025 Group I Paper 1 Financial Reporting
4th May 2025 Group I Paper 2 Advanced Financial Management
6th May 2025 Group I Paper 3 Advanced Auditing and Professional Ethics
8th May 2025 Group II Paper 4 Direct Tax Laws
10th May 2025 Group II Paper 5 Indirect Tax Laws
13th May 2025 Group II Paper 6 Integrated Business Solutions

Examination Details

  • Exam Medium: Candidates may opt for English or Hindi, except for Post Qualification Courses.
  • Online Forms:
    • Start Date: 1st March 2025
    • End Date (Without Late Fee): 14th March 2025
    • End Date (With Late Fee of ₹600/-): 17th March 2025
  • Correction Window: 18th to 20th March 2025

Examination Fees

Foundation Course

  • Indian Centres: ₹1500
  • Overseas Centres: US$325
  • Bhutan/Kathmandu: ₹2200

Intermediate Course

  • Indian Centres:
    • Single Group: ₹1500
    • Both Groups: ₹2700
  • Overseas Centres:
    • Single Group: US$325
    • Both Groups: US$500
  • Bhutan/Kathmandu:
    • Single Group: ₹2200
    • Both Groups: ₹3400

Final Course

  • Indian Centres:
    • Single Group: ₹1800
    • Both Groups: ₹3300
  • Overseas Centres:
    • Single Group: US$325
    • Both Groups: US$550
  • Bhutan/Kathmandu:
    • Single Group: ₹2200
    • Both Groups: ₹4000

 

FAQs for ICAI May 2025 Exam Schedule

1. When will the ICAI May 2025 exams be conducted?

  • The Foundation exams will be held on 15th, 17th, 19th, and 21st May 2025.
  • The Intermediate exams will take place from 3rd to 14th May 2025 (Group I and II).
  • The Final exams are scheduled between 2nd to 13th May 2025 (Group I and II).

2. What are the subjects for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final exams?

  • Foundation: Accounting, Business Law, Quantitative Aptitude and Business Economics
  • Intermediate:
    • Group I: Advanced Accounting, Corporate and Other Laws, Taxation
    • Group II: Cost & management Accounting,  Auditing and Ethics, Financial Management/Strategic Management
  • Final:
    • Group I: Financial Reporting, Advanced Financial Management, Advanced Auditing and Professional Ethics.
    • Group II: Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation, Indirect Tax Laws and IBS

3. What are the exam timings for ICAI May 2025?

  • Most exams will be conducted from 2 PM to 5 PM IST.
  • Paper 6 of the Final course and all INTT-AT papers are scheduled from 2 PM to 6 PM IST.
  • Papers 3 and 4 of the Foundation course will be held from 2 PM to 4 PM IST.

4. How can I apply for the ICAI May 2025 exams?

You can apply online via the ICAI Self Service Portal (SSP) at ICAI eServices. Follow these steps:

  1. Log in with your credentials.
  2. Fill out the examination form.
  3. Pay the applicable fees.
    • Without late fee: 1st to 14th March 2025.
    • With late fee: 15th to 17th March 2025.

5. Can I correct errors in my exam form after submission?

Yes, ICAI provides a correction window from 18th to 20th March 2025 to make changes to your examination city or medium.


6. What is the examination fee structure for ICAI May 2025?

  • Foundation: ₹1500 (India), US$325 (Overseas), ₹2200 (Bhutan/Kathmandu).
  • Intermediate:
    • Single Group: ₹1500 (India), US$325 (Overseas), ₹2200 (Bhutan/Kathmandu).
    • Both Groups: ₹2700 (India), US$500 (Overseas), ₹3400 (Bhutan/Kathmandu).
  • Final:
    • Single Group: ₹1800 (India), US$325 (Overseas), ₹2200 (Bhutan/Kathmandu).
    • Both Groups: ₹3300 (India), US$550 (Overseas), ₹4000 (Bhutan/Kathmandu).

7. Are there any special provisions for international students?

Yes, exams will also be conducted in 9 overseas centers, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, and Kathmandu. The timings are adjusted according to local time zones.


8. Can I choose to write the exams in Hindi?

Yes, candidates can opt to write exams in Hindi for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels, except for the International Taxation (INTT – AT) exam, which is only available in English.


9. What is the last date to register for the May 2025 exam cycle?

The registration deadline for the May 2025 exams depends on your course and registration status. Ensure your course registration or conversion is complete well before the application start date, 1st March 2025.


10. Where can I find official notifications and updates?

You can stay updated on the ICAI website: www.icai.org.

Comments(1)

siva kumar

siva kumar

13-Jan-25 13:46

Thanks


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