CA Intermediate Exam Date May 2025, Check the Schedule and Important Details

ICAI has announced the CA Intermediate Exam Dates May 2025 on its official website. Here is the whole schedule for CA Intermediate along with other important days.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the examination schedule for the CA Intermediate for the May 2025 session on its official website, icai.org. Examinations are to be held from May 03 to May 14, 2025. Group 1 examinations will be conducted on May 03, 05, and 07, while Group 2 examinations will take place on May 09, 11, and 14, 2025.

The CA Intermediate exam May 2025 form will become available from 1 March 2025 on the ICAI website. Applications without late fees are allowed by March 14th, 2025. Beyond this date, Rs 600 will be paid as a late fee for the March 17th, 2025, submission. An examination correction facility will open between 18 March 2025 and 20 March 2025. 

Now the CA Intermediate examination is three times annually and conducted during May, September, and January. For more on the CA Intermediate Exam Date 2025, results, and other information, read the full article.

ICAI CA Intermediate Exam Dates May 2025

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has declared the dates for the CA Intermediate Exam in May 2025. The exam will be conducted from May 3 to May 14, 2025. Examinations for Group 1 will be conducted on May 3, 5, and 7, while Group 2 will be conducted on May 9, 11, and 14, 2025.

The exam forms will be available from March 01, 2025, and will be accepted without a late fee until March 14, 2025. Forms received after this will be charged a late fee of Rs 600. The window for correction will be open between March 18 to 20, 2025.

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Key Dates of CA Intermediate Exam May 2025

The following table contains the important dates and deadlines for the CA Intermediate May 2025 session, including the release of admit cards, exam dates, submission of exam forms, and result notification. Keep yourself updated with the official announcements of the ICAI.

CA Intermediate Exam May 2025 Important Dates
Particulars Dates
Last date to register with the Board of Studies (BOS) January 1, 2025
Availability of CA Intermediate exam form March 1, 2025
Deadline for filling the CA Intermediate exam form without late fee March 14, 2025
Deadline for filling CA Intermediate exam form with late fee (of Rs. 600) March 17, 2025
CA Intermediate Exam Form Correction window March 18 to 20, 2025
Availability of CA Intermediate admit card To be notified
CA Intermediate exam date Group I: May 03, 05, and 07, 2025 Group II: May 9, 11, and 14, 2025
Announcement of CA Intermediate result One month after the exam

CA Intermediates Dates & Time Duration

The second level of the Chartered Accountancy study is the CA Intermediate test. Knowing when the CA Intermediate exam is scheduled for 2025 will help you prepare. Here below is a table with the entire CA Inter exam schedule. The updates or any changes in the ICAI May 2025 exam dates will be updated on this page.

CA Intermediate Exam Dates May 2025
Examination Paper Exam Date Exam Timings Duration
Group 1 Paper 1: Advanced Accounting May 3, 2025 2 pm to 5 pm 3 hours
  Paper 2: Corporate and Other Laws May 5, 2025 2 pm to 5 pm 3 hours
  Paper 3: Taxation May 7, 2025 2 pm to 5 pm 3 hours
Group 2 Paper 4: Cost and Management Accounting May 9, 2025 2 pm to 5 pm 3 hours
  Paper 5: Auditing and Ethics May 11, 2025 2 pm to 5 pm 3 hours
  Paper 6: Financial Management and Strategic Management May 14, 2025 2 pm to 5 pm 3 hours

CA Intermediate Exam Pattern for May 2025 

The CA Intermediate exam is divided into six subject papers. Each paper is intended to assess the conceptual clarity and application of knowledge in different subjects of accountancy, auditing, and business.

Paper Marks Questions Type
Group 1    
1. Advanced Accounting 100 Marks MCQs: 30 Marks, Descriptive: 70 Marks
2. Corporate & Other Laws 100 Marks MCQs: 30 Marks, Descriptive: 70 Marks
3. Taxation 100 Marks MCQs: 30 Marks, Descriptive: 70 Marks
Group 2    
4. Cost & Management Accounting (CMA) 100 Marks MCQs: 30 Marks, Descriptive: 70 Marks
5. Auditing & Ethics 100 Marks MCQs: 30 Marks, Descriptive: 70 Marks
6. Financial Management & Strategic Management (FM SM) 100 Marks MCQs: 30 Marks, Descriptive: 70 Marks

Important Deadline for CA Intermediate Exam 2025 

CA May 2025 exam forms will be out from March 1, 2025. The application can be submitted without late fees until March 14, 2025, and with late fees of ₹600 until March 17, 2025. The correction window for alteration of already submitted applications will be open from March 18 to March 20, 2025.

Registration for CA Intermediate May 2025 

Candidates who wish to appear for the CA intermediate exam in this May 2025 session can register for the CA intermediate level at any time of the year through the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Candidates should confirm their eligibility for the CA Intermediate level and note the registration deadlines. 

Through the official ICAI website, candidates can register online for the CA Intermediate September 2025 exam. CA Intermediate Registration for the September 2025 session closes on May 1, 2025.

Registration Process and Renewal 

To sit for the May 2025 exams, students should ensure their registrations are valid. The registration period for every level differs.

  • CA Foundation: Valid for three years
  • CA Intermediate: Valid for four years
  • CA Final: Valid for five years 

CA Intermediate Exam Form Correction Window 2025 

ICAI provides a correction window to candidates for those who are required to correct information related to their CA Intermediate examination form. The correction window for the May 2025 session will remain operational from March 18 to 20, 2025. During these three days, candidates can correct their application details if needed.

CA Intermediate Admit & Result 

Admit cards for the May 2025 CA exams will be made available around 15 days prior to the exam dates. The admit cards can be downloaded by candidates by logging in to their accounts on the ICAI portal. Admit cards will not be dispatched by post.

Make sure you take a printout of your admit card and carry a valid government ID to the exam center. The exam results will be declared shortly after the completion of the exams. ICAI will also provide the pass percentages and names of the top performers along with the exam results.

Wrapping

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the dates for the May 2025 CA Intermediate exam. The tests are scheduled for May 2025. On the ICAI website, students can view the comprehensive schedule, which includes exam dates and times. Exam form submission and admit card release are important dates.

FAQs

Is the CA exam date postponed for May 2025?

As of today, March 30, 2025, there has been no official announcement or information indicating a postponement of the ICAI CA May 2025 Foundation, Intermediate, and Final exams.

When to register for CA Intermediate May 2025 exam?

Enrollment for the CA Intermediate May 2025 exam opened on March 1, 2025, and the deadlines for enrollment without a late fee are March 14, 2025, and March 17, 2025, respectively.

Will the CA syllabus change in 2025?

Yes, the CA syllabus is likely to be amended for the May 2025 exams, and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) will from time to time review and revise it to make it relevant.

What are the dates for CA Inter exam in May?

Tests for CA Intermediate (Inter) May 2025 will take place from May 3rd to May 14th. Group 1 tests will take place on May 3rd, May 5th, and May 7th, while Group 2 exams will take place on May 9th, May 11th, and May 14th.

Which group is easy in CA Intermediate?

CA Intermediate Group 2 is generally thought to be easier than Group 1, yet each person's strengths and preferred method of learning will determine how challenging the test is for them.

What is the fee for ICAI exam May 2025?

For the ICAI May 2025 exams, the fee for the exams is INR 1,500 for a single group and INR 2,700 for both groups at Indian centers and Kathmandu/Bhutan centers INR 2,200 and INR 3,400, respectively. For overseas centers, the fees are $325 for a single group and $500 for both groups.

Can I clear CA Inter Group 1 in 3 months?

Yes, clearing CA Inter Group 1 in 3 months is possible with consistent, disciplined study, a good plan, and periodic revision but not without a consistent and strategic effort.

How many years of articleship for CA?

The typical length of a CA articleship is three years, during which prospective chartered accountants undergo practical training under the supervision of a practicing chartered accountant or a recognized chartered accountancy firm.

Is CA Intermediate tough?

Yes, CA Intermediate is normally a tough phase in the Chartered Accountancy course with meticulous preparation, extensive knowledge, and a concerted effort because of the extensive syllabus and intricate subjects.

How many attempts are allowed in CA Inter?

There is no restriction on the number of times a candidate can attempt the CA Intermediate exam. The CA Intermediate exam is administered twice every year, once in May and again in November, by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).