CA Foundation

There are four papers in CA Foundation exam. Check below marks and timings of CA Foundation papers:

Exam form submission dates for September 2025 is from July 5-18 but the registration for September 2025 is closed on 30th April 2025 . You can register for January 2026

CA Foundation September 2025 exam dates are:

If the photo printed on the CA Foundation admit card is unclear, candidates will need to reach out to the examination conducting body and get it rectified before the exam dates. It is very important to have clear photo and signature on the CA Foundation admit card as it is the main document of identification of students.

No, CA Foundation admit card is valid for specific session only. For every session, candidates have to register afresh and new admit card is issued. So, candidates must ensure that they carry admit card of the current examination phase and not that of previous phase. Without the valid CA Foundation admit card, students will not be allowed to enter the exam centre.

Reporting time for CA Foundation exam will be mentioned on the admit card. However, it is advisable to reach the test centre two hours before commencement of the exam. This is to ensure entry is not delayed due to identification process and document verification.

Yes, ICAI provides comprehensive study material for CA Foundation preparation. The study material includes books, sample papers, practice test papers, mock tests, online classes and much more. Registered students can enroll at BoS to avail study material offered by the ICAI. Students must also refer to CA Foundation books and study material available in the market for preparation.

One can register for CA Foundation after Class 10 but can pursue the course only after completing Class 12. Until then, ICAI registration will remain provisional, as the minimum eligibility criteria for CA Foundation is Class 12 pass. The advantage of registering for the course after class 10 though is that you can start preparing for it along with your studies. If you choose commerce stream in class 11 and 12, it will be even easier for you to prepare for CA Foundation.

CA Foundation may be the easiest of all CA level but it's difficulty level is high on its own. So, one should at least spend 6-8 months in preparing for the exam. Coverage of CA Foundation syllabus needs a lot of time post which students need to practice a lot of sample questions and mock tests. Students must dedicate minimum 8 hours daily to study for CA Foundation.