Course Overview
WHAT IS CA FOUNDATION?
CA Foundation – Entry Level Exam for Chartered Accountancy
CA Foundation is the first stage in the Chartered Accountancy course conducted by ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India). It is conducted twice a year – in June and December.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Qualification:
Passed Class 10 (for provisional registration) & Class 12 (for appearing in exam). - Registration Requirement:
Must register with ICAI at least 4 months before the exam date. - No age limit for applying, provided they meet the educational qualifications.
FEE STRUCTURE (Always verify; as the figures may vary)
Registration & Exam Fee Details
| Fee Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | ₹9,000 |
| Journal Membership | ₹200 (optional) |
| Exam Form Fee | ₹1,500 |
| Total | ₹10,500 – ₹11,000 approx |
For foreign students, the registration and exam fees are higher.
CAREER PATH AFTER CA FOUNDATION
- CA Foundation
- CA Intermediate (IPCC) – 8 months study period after passing Foundation
- Articleship Training – 3 years
- CA Final
- Become a Chartered Accountant
FOR MORE DETAILS
👉 Student Portal: https://eservices.icai.org
Requirements
- You will need a copy of Adobe XD 2019 or above. A free trial can be downloaded from Adobe.
- No previous Adobe XD skills are needed.
- No previous design experience is needed.



