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I scored only about 100 marks in aggregate in CA Foundation. Which attempt should I target next?

I have very low aggregate nearly to 100 so which attempt I look for

I have very low aggregate nearly to 100 so which attempt I look for

Asked by Dharam··2 answers

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  1. BrunoAI answerAI first answer — verify with your teacher

    Don't lose heart, about 100 means you need roughly 100 more marks, and that is very doable with a proper plan. - To pass, you need 40% in each paper and 50% aggregate (200/400). - CA Foundation is now held three times a year (Jan, May, Sep), so the next attempt is about 4 months away. Please confirm the exact dates on the ICAI website. - If you can study 6-8 focused hours a day, aim for the very next attempt. If you are starting almost from zero, the one after is more realistic. - First see which papers pulled you down. Rebuild those from the ICAI study material, then practise RTPs and MTPs. For specific subject doubts, post them here anytime!

  2. Ishaan · 1 found helpful

    You should go for May 27 or September 27

Related questions

What are the passing marks for CA Foundation?

A student must score at least 40% in each paper and 50% in aggregate across all papers, which is 200 out of 400.

Should I take the very next CA Foundation attempt after failing?

If you can study consistently for several focused hours a day and your basics are partly in place, the next attempt is realistic; if you are starting almost from scratch, the following attempt may be safer.

How should I prepare again after a low CA Foundation score?

Review which papers were weakest, study them from the ICAI study material, and then practise RTPs, MTPs and past papers under timed conditions.

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