CA Exams Requirements for May 2025 by ICAI
CA Exam Date 2025: Key Details Announced by ICAI
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, ICAI, has now released the officially scheduled dates of the CA May 2025 examinations. These will be for all students who have enrolled in the foundation, intermediate, and final course of CA.
The exams have been scheduled between May 2 and May 21, 2025. The International Taxation Assessment Test is scheduled between May 10 and May 13, 2025. The following candidates are allowed to register with effect from 1st March 2025 for the May 2025 session through the official Self Service Portal (SSP) of ICAI available at https://eservices.icai.org.
The portal will remain open till 17th March, 2025 for late applications with an additional fee. For confirmation of their application, an online payment for the requisite examination fee is essential.
Complete Exam Schedule
ICAI has provided a detailed timetable for the exams. The CA Intermediate exams will take place from May 3 to May 14, 2025, while the CA Final exams are scheduled from May 2 to May 13, 2025. The CA Foundation exams are set to be conducted on May 15, 17, 19, and 21, 2025.
CA Foundation Exam Schedule 2025| Exams | Date | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | May 15th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours |
| Paper 2 | May 17th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours |
| Paper 3 | May 19th, 2025 | 2 pm - 4 pm | 2 hours |
| Paper 4 | May 21st, 2025 | 2 pm - 4 pm | 2 hours |
| Exams | Date | Time | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Paper 1: Advanced Accounting | May 3rd, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours |
| Paper 2: Corporate & Other Laws | May 5th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours | |
| Paper 3: Taxation | May 7th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours | |
| Group 2 | Paper 4: Cost & Management Accounting | May 9th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours |
| Paper 5: Auditing & Ethics | May 11th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours | |
| Paper 6: Financial Management and Strategic Management | May 14th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours |
| Exams | Date | Time | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | Paper 1: Financial Reporting | May 2nd, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours |
| Paper 2: Advanced Financial Accounting | May 4th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours | |
| Paper 3: Advanced Auditing, Assurance And Professional Ethics | May 6th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours | |
| Group 2 | Paper 4: Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation | May 8th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours |
| Paper 5: Indirect Tax Laws | May 10th, 2025 | 2 pm - 5 pm | 3 hours | |
| Paper 6: Integrated Business Solutions
(Multi-Disciplinary Case Study With Strategic Management) |
May 13th, 2025 | 2 pm - 6 pm | 4 hours |
Students should carefully review the complete schedule to avoid missing any critical dates.
Important Deadlines
The CA May 2025 exam forms will be made available starting March 1, 2025. Submissions can be made without a late fee until March 14, 2025, and with a late fee of ₹600 until March 17, 2025. The correction window for making changes to submitted applications will be open from March 18 to March 20, 2025.
Registration Process and Renewal
To appear for the May 2025 exams, students must ensure their registrations are valid. The registration duration for each level varies: .
CA Foundation: Valid for three years
CA Intermediate: Valid for four years
CA Final: Valid for five years
If the registration period has expired, candidates need to renew their registration before applying for the exams. ICAI has clarified that registrations for the May 2024 session of CA Inter and Final are now closed, with the May 2025 session being the next available opportunity.
Admit Cards and Results
Admit cards for the May 2025 CA exams will be released approximately 15 days before the exam dates. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging into their accounts on the ICAI portal. It is important to note that admit cards will not be sent via postal mail.
Ensure you print a copy of your admit card and bring a valid government-issued ID to the exam center. The results for the exams will be announced shortly after their conclusion. ICAI will also share the pass percentages and a list of top performers along with the results.
Exam Day Guidelines
To avoid issues on the exam day, follow these guidelines:
Bring a printed copy of your admit card along with a valid photo ID.
Arrive at the exam center at least 30 minutes before the exam begins.
Utilize the 15 minutes of reading time provided before the exam to go through the question paper.
Do not leave the examination hall until the test duration is over.
Ensure to sign the attendance sheet against your name and roll number.
Avoid bringing prohibited items such as mobile phones, electronic devices, or study materials to the exam center.
CA Result 2025
The results for the CA May 2025 exams will be published on the ICAI’s official portal. Candidates will need to log in to view their results. Additionally, ICAI will provide data on pass rates, along with the names of rank holders and other top-performing candidates.
To stay updated, candidates are advised to regularly check the ICAI website for announcements related to exam schedules, results, and any other essential details.
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