CA Inter Preparation Guide
ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India)
Your Complete Preparation Guide for CA Inter 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.
Exam Overview
Mode
Offline (pen & paper)
Frequency
Twice a year (May & November)
Next Exam Date
May 2027
EEligibility Criteria
CA Foundation qualified (or direct entry with Commerce graduate)
ANumber of Attempts
No limit (must qualify within 4 years)
Study Plan by Subject
Group 1: Advanced Accounting, Corporate Laws, Taxation, Cost Management
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Group 2: Auditing, Financial Management, IT & Strategic Management
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
(8 papers total, 100 marks each)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Expert Preparation Tips
Taxation (Direct & Indirect) is the heaviest and most application-based — start early
Auditing requires understanding standards — ICAI modules are essential
Practice ICAI MTPS (Mock Test Papers) and past papers extensively
CA Inter 36-month articleship runs concurrently — manage time well
Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1: Advanced Accounting, Corporate Laws, Taxation, Cost Management | — | 267 | 60 min |
| Group 2: Auditing, Financial Management, IT & Strategic Management | — | 267 | 60 min |
| (8 papers total, 100 marks each) | — | 267 | 60 min |
| Total | — | 800 | 180 min |
Important Dates
Registration Opens
January 2027
Next Exam Date
May 2027
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ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India)
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