CA Course Duration: A Comprehensive Breakdown

The Chartered Accountancy (CA) course typically spans 48 months, including articleship training. However, with the direct entry program, graduates can complete the course in a shorter timeline.

CA New Scheme Syllabus 2024 – Course Highlights

Particular	Details
Course Name	Chartered accountant(CA)
Minimum eligibility	Foundation: 50% in class 12 Inter: Clear Foundation or graduation with 50% Final: Clear Foundation and Inter with work experience
Course Levels	Foundation, Inter & Final
Number of Exams	● CA Foundation – 4 Paper ● CA Intermediate – 6 Paper (3 in Each Group) ● CA Final – 6 Paper (3 in Each Group)
Difficulty Level	Average to Hard
CA Course Duration	4 years
Conducting Body	ICAI
CA Admission Process	Entrance Exam
Course Type	Certificate
CA Registration Fees	Foundation: INR 9800 Inter: INR 18,000 Final: INR 22,000
CA Jobs	Accountant, Financial Manager, Banker, Taxation Consultant, Consultant

The CA course structure as follows:

• CA Foundation Course
• CA Intermediate Course
• CA Final Course

The ICAI has recently proposed a new scheme for the CA program, which could impact the 2024 examinations. This plan includes significant revisions at every level, aimed at aligning the CA Course with international standards.

Chartered Accountant Syllabus and Subjects 2024 PDF

Students can download the Chartered Accountant syllabus pdf for the 2024 exams.

CA Subjects	CA Syllabus PDF
CA Foundation Syllabus New Scheme	Download
CA Inter Syllabus New Scheme	Download
CA Final Syllabus New Scheme	Download

Students can also view the CA Course Fee Structures for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final.

CA Course Duration Timeline:

• Total Duration: 48 months
• CA Foundation:
  • Study Period: 4 months
  • Result Waiting Period: 2 months
  • Total: 6 months
• CA Intermediate:
  • Study Period: 8 months
  • Exams and Results Period: 2 months
  • Total: 10 months
• Articleship Training: 24 months (2 years, as per the new scheme)
• CA Final Preparation: 6 months
• Final CA Result: 2 months

Understanding CA Course Duration: An Example

Let's illustrate the CA course duration with Sanju's journey, starting in 2024:

Step 1: CA Foundation (2024-2025)

• Enrolls in CA Foundation: January 2024
• Completes study period: April 2024
• Receives results: June 2024

Step 2: CA Intermediate (2025-2026)

• Enrolls in CA Intermediate: July 2024
• Completes study period: March 2025
• Appears for exams: May 2025
• Receives results: July 2025

Step 3: Articleship Training (2026-2028)

• Begins articleship training: August 2025
• Completes 2-year training: August 2027

Step 4: CA Final Preparation (2028-2029)

• Prepares for CA Final: September 2027
• Appears for exams: May 2028
• Receives results: July 2028

Additional Time for Failed Exams

If Sanju fails to clear any CA exam, an additional 6 months will be added to the overall duration.

This breakdown provides a clear understanding of the CA course duration and helps aspiring Chartered Accountants plan their journey.

CA Course Fees: Breakdown

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) prescribes the following fees for the CA course:

CA Foundation Course

• Total Fee: ₹9,200
• Optional Journal Subscription: ₹600
• Fee Structure:
  • Registration Form: ₹200
  • Registration Fee: ₹9,000

CA Intermediate Course

• Total Fee (Both Groups): ₹18,000
• Total Fee (Single Group): ₹13,000
• Fee Structure:
  • Registration Fee (Both Groups): ₹15,000
  • Registration Fee (Single Group): ₹11,000
  • Student Activity Fee (one-time payment): ₹2,000
  • Registration Fee for Articleship: ₹2,000

CA Final Course

• Total Fee: ₹22,000
• Exam Fee:
  • Both Groups: ₹3,300
  • Single Group: ₹1,800

Training Programs

• AICITSS Training:
  • IT: ₹7,500
  • Soft Skills: ₹7,000

CA Course Registration: A Step-by-Step Guide

Register for the CA Foundation Course:

1. Visit the official ICAI website: www.icai.org
2. Click on the ICAI Login link
3. Follow the registration instructions

Important Registration Dates:

Existing Scheme:

• Last date for Foundation registration: May 1, 2024 (September 2024 exam)
• Last date for Intermediate and Final registration: May 1, 2024

New Scheme:

First examination dates:

• Foundation: Sept 2024
• Intermediate and Final: May 2024

Eligibility Criteria:

Students registered in the Intermediate Course through:

• Foundation Route
• Direct Entry Route

Registration Tips:

• Verify eligibility criteria before registering
• Ensure timely registration to avoid late fees
• Keep track of examination schedules