ICAI CA Course Registration Fees

International students may have different fee structures as prescribed by ICAI.

For Indian students registering via the official ICAI portal, the overall cost for the ICAI CA Foundation Course is Rs. 11,300, and this figure is inclusive of the examination form fees. Moving on to the Intermediate level, the ICAI CA Intermediate fee is Rs. 18,000 for both groups, or Rs. 13,000 if you opt for a single group. The associated examination form fee for CA Inter is Rs. 1,500 for a single group and Rs. 2,700 for both groups. Furthermore, the ICAI CA Final course fee stands at Rs. 22,000 for both groups. The examination form fee at the Final level is Rs. 1,800 for a single group and Rs. 3,300 for both groups. Please note that these specific fees apply to Indian students. Separate, additional charges may be incurred for study materials and journals, which can vary depending on the chosen course and the mode of delivery.

CA Foundation Exam Dates
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ICAI CA Course fees Indian students  Foreign students
CA Foundation ₹11,300 $1105
CA Intermediate (Single group) ₹13,000 $925
CA Intermediate (Both groups) ₹18,000 $1500
CA Intermediate (Direct Entry) ₹18,000 $1500
Articleship Fee ₹2,000
CA Final ₹22,000 $1650

ICAI CA Foundation Course Fees 2026

The entire cost of the **ICAI CA Foundation Course** is **Rs. 11,300**. This amount includes the **exam form fee of Rs. 1,500** and the obligatory **CA Foundation registration fee of Rs. 9,000**. In addition, there is a **optional member's journal cost of Rs. 400**, as well as separate fees of **Rs. 200 each** for the prospectus and the student's journal. Students who decide to sign up for **CA Foundation coaching** should budget for an approximate tuition charge of **Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 60,000**.

Important Note: Although journal membership fees are optional, it is strongly advised that students sign up for them because they are a great way to get the most recent information and extra study guides for the Chartered Accountant Foundation course.

The CA Foundation Fee Structure 2026 fee structure is shown in the table below:

CA Foundation Exam Dates
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ICAI CA Foundation Fee Rs (Indian Students) US$ (Foreign Students)
Cost of Foundation Prospectus ₹ 200 $ 20
CA Foundation Registration Fees ₹ 9000 $ 700
Subscription Fees for Student’s Journal (Optional) ₹ 200 $ 20
Subscription Fees for Member’s Journal (Optional) ₹ 400 $ 40
CA Foundation Exam Form Fees ₹ 1500 $ 325
Total CA Foundation Course Fees ₹ 11300 $ 1105

ICAI CA Intermediate Course Fees 2026

CA Foundation Exam Dates
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ICAI CA Intermediate Fees Both Groups (₹) Single Group (₹) Both Groups ($) Single Group ($)
CA Intermediate Registration Fees ₹ 15000 ₹ 11000 $ 1000 $ 625
Student’s Activity Fees for CA Intermediate ₹ 2000₹ 2000

CA Intermediate Registration Fees (Articleship) ₹ 1000


CA Intermediate Exam Form ₹ 2700₹ 1500 $ 500 $ 325
Total ICAI CA Intermediate Fees ₹ 20700₹ 14500
$ 1500 $ 925

ICAI CA Final Course Fee Structure

For both groups, the total cost of the ICAI CA Final course is Rs. 25300. The exam form prices are Rs. 3300 for both groups and Rs. 1800 for a single group, and the CA Final registration fees are Rs. 22,000 for both groups. Additionally, international students must pay a total of $1650 in CA final fees.

To view the entire CA pricing schedule for the CA Final level, consult the table:

CA Foundation Exam Dates
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CA Final Fees Both Groups  Single Group  overseas student
CA Intermediate Registration Fees ₹ 22000 ₹ 22000 $ 1100
Student’s Activity Fees for CA Intermediate ₹ 3300₹ 1800 $ 550
CA Intermediate Registration Fees (Articleship) ₹ 25300₹ 23800
$ 1650

Fees for the ICAI CA Articleship Training

Students are required to finish three years of articleship training in addition to the aforementioned courses. After completing one or both CA Intermediate groups, candidates can sign up for articleship training. Pupils must pay Rs. 2000 to register for the articleship training.

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FAQs

How much does the Indian CA course cost in total?

The entire cost of the five-year Chartered Accountancy program is roughly INR 3.5 to 4 lakhs. This covers the price of submitting exam and registration forms, study guides, and tuition for every level. However, the total fees can be lowered by at least ₹90,000 if we take into account the stipend earned throughout the three years of articleship.

How much does it cost to enroll in the course on chartered accounting?

The CA Foundation registration price is Rs. 9,000, which also serves as the entrance fee for the CA course.

How much does it cost to study CA?

No, among professional degrees in India, CA is among the most reasonably priced. This course is less expensive to pursue than other courses like engineering, MBA, etc.

How long does it take to become a certified public accountant?

If candidates pass all the tests on their first try, it will take them at least five years to become a certified public accountant. If not, the length of the CA course will be extended by six months for each further try.

What is the salary of a new accounting assistant?

The annual salary of a fresh CA is approximately ₹ 6 to 8 lakhs.

How much will the CA Foundation Course cost me in total?

You must spend a total of Rs. 11,300 for the CA Foundation course. It covers the exam form and registration fees.