The CA Foundation test dates for January 2027 have been announced by the ICAI on their official website, icai.org. The dates of the CA Foundation test are January 3, 5, 7, and 9, 2027. To avoid late costs, candidates must finish the exam form by the deadline.
The Institute advises all candidates who wish to take the Foundation Exam to register ahead of time and make the required arrangements. The CA Exam is administered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India three times a year, in January, May, and September.

Highlights: CA Foundation Exam Jan 2027

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CA Foundation Exam Details & Highlights (Jan 2027)
Particular Details
Exam Name CA Foundation
Exam Conducting Body ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India)
Exam Session Jan 2027
Frequency Thrice a year (January, May, September)
Mode of Exam Offline (Pen and Paper Based)
Type of Questions Objective and Subjective
Number of Papers 4 Papers
Total Marks 400 Marks
Minimum Passing Marks 40% in each paper and 50% aggregate
Official website icai.org
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CA Foundation Exam Dates Jan 2027

The dates of the CA Foundation exams have been made public by the ICAI in the form of a schedule. The afternoon session will be used for the Foundation exam. The schedule is available here for candidates getting ready for the January session.

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CA Foundation Jan 2027 Exam Schedule
Papers No. Exam Dates (Jan 2027)
Paper 1 3rd Jan, 2027
Paper 2 5th Jan, 2027
Paper 3 7th Jan, 2027
Paper 4 9th Jan, 2027

Timing of the CA Foundation Exams Jan 2027

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CA Foundation Jan 2027 Exam Dates & Timings
Paper Date Timing
Paper 1 – Accounting 3 January 2027 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
Paper 2 – Business Laws 5 January 2027 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
Paper 3 – Quantitative Aptitude 7 January 2027 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Paper 4 – Business Economics 9 January 2027 2:00 PM–4:00 PM

CA Foundation Exam Registration for Jan 2027

CA Foundation students may apply to the ICAI for the January 2027 session. In order to complete the CA Foundation course registration form before the deadline, students review the eligibility requirements and registration date.
All year long, registration is open for the January 2027 session. Four months prior to the exam, an applicant must register. The tentative registration deadline for the January 2027 session is November 3, 2026.

CA Foundation Exam Application Process

Follow these steps to complete the CA Foundation examination application form successfully:

  • Log in to the ICAI Portal: Visit the ICAI Self-Service Portal (SSP) at eservices.icai.org and log in using your registration number and password. If you do not have an account, create one before proceeding.
  • Upload Your Photograph and Signature: Ensure that your photograph and signature are up to date and meet the portal's specified quality requirements.
  • Complete the Examination Form: Navigate to the relevant section, such as "Apply for Foundation Exam" or "Register for Exam," and enter the required details.
  • Review and Submit the Form: Read all instructions and declarations carefully, accept the applicable terms, and submit the completed application.
  • Pay the Examination Fee: Use the designated online payment gateway to pay the prescribed examination application fee.
  • Download and Save the Confirmation: Download the confirmation page or a copy of the submitted application form and keep it for future reference.

ICAI CA Foundation Examination Fees for Jan 2027

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CA Foundation Exam Fees Structure (By Examination Centre)
Course Fees
For Indian Centers Rs. 1500/-
For Overseas Center – Excluding Bhutan & Kathmandu US$ 325
For Bhutan & Kathmandu Centers Rs. 2200/-

CA Foundation Admit Card Jan 2027

The CA Foundation admit card is generally expected to be released around 15 days before the examination. Accordingly, candidates may be able to download their admit cards in late December 2026, subject to ICAI's official announcement.Admit cards will be available for download and printing through the official ICAI Self-Service Portal at eservices.icai.org. All registered candidates should download their admit cards before the examination dates. ICAI does not send admit cards to candidates by post.

CA Foundation Result Sept 2026

The CA Foundation's September 2026 attempt outcome is expected to be available around November 2, 2026. The results will be posted on the official ICAI website. Students can confirm their grades by using their registration and roll numbers. Upon enrollment, ICAI also provides the option to get the results via email and SMS.

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