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The test schedule for the CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final attempts in May 2026 has been formally released by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
This notification gives you the go-ahead to finalize your study plan if you are a prospective CA. Knowing the precise dates is the first step to success, regardless of whether you are competing for a rank in both groups or just one.
According to the official announcement, the CA May 2026 exam dates, times, costs, and application deadlines are broken down in detail below.
CA May 2026: Key Highlights
CA Foundation Exam Dates – May 2026
In the middle of May, the Foundation exams will take place. Please be aware that subjective and objective papers have different deadlines.
| Paper | Subject | Date | Day | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Accounting | 14th May 2026 | Thursday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| Paper 2 | Business Laws | 16th May 2026 | Saturday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| Paper 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 18th May 2026 | Monday | 2 PM – 4 PM |
| Paper 4 | Business Economics | 20th May 2026 | Wednesday | 2 PM – 4 PM |
Note: Paper 3 and Paper 4 do not offer a 15-minute advance reading period.
CA Intermediate Exam Dates – May 2026
The Intermediate exams will take place over the course of two weeks in early May.
| Group | Paper | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | Paper 1: Advanced Accounting | 3rd May 2026 | Sunday |
| Paper 2: Corporate Laws | 5th May 2026 | Tuesday | |
| Paper 3: Taxation | 7th May 2026 | Thursday | |
| Group II | Paper 4: Cost & Mgmt Accounting | 9th May 2026 | Saturday |
| Paper 5: Auditing & Ethics | 11th May 2026 | Monday | |
| Paper 6: FM & SM | 13th May 2026 | Wednesday |
CA Final Exam Dates – May 2026
The program for final students adheres to the conventional Group I and Group II format.
| Group | Paper | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | Paper 1: Financial Reporting | 2nd May 2026 | Saturday |
| Paper 2: AFM | 4th May 2026 | Monday | |
| Paper 3: Adv. Auditing | 6th May 2026 | Wednesday | |
| Group II | Paper 4: Direct Tax Laws | 8th May 2026 | Friday |
| Paper 5: Indirect Tax Laws | 10th May 2026 | Sunday | |
| Paper 6: IBS (Open Book) | 12th May 2026 | Tuesday |
Important: The 4-hour open-book test for Paper 6 (Integrated Business Solutions) takes place from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Important Application Dates (Don’t Miss These!)
All candidates must submit their exam forms online via the ICAI SSP Portal.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 3rd March 2026 |
| Last Date (Without Late Fee) | 16th March 2026 |
| Last Date (With ₹600 Late Fee) | 19th March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 20th March – 22nd March 2026 |
CA May 2026 Examination Fees
Make sure the amount you pay is appropriate for the location of your center.
| Course | Single Group (India) | Both Groups (India) | Overseas (Single / Both) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | ₹ 1,500 | — | $325 |
| Intermediate | ₹ 1,500 | ₹ 2,700 | $325 / $500 |
| Final | ₹ 1,800 | ₹ 3,300 | $325 / $550 |
(Note: The cost for the Bhutan and Kathmandu centers is ₹2,200 for a single group and ₹3,400/₹4,000 for both groups, respectively.)
Other Important Details
International Taxation (INTT – AT)
Exam Centres
ICAI will conduct the examinations across numerous cities in India and at select overseas centres, including:
Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Riyadh, Kathmandu, and Thimphu.
Note: Examination timings at overseas centres will be adjusted in accordance with 2:00 PM IST.
Conclusion
Now that the timetable is available to the public, you have a specific deadline to meet. Now is the ideal time to solidify your revision plan, do Mock Test Papers (MTPs), and concentrate on your areas of weakness.
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