The Institute of Chartered Accountancy of India (ICAI) establishes the qualifying requirements for the CA Intermediate exam in 2025-2026. Before submitting the CA Intermediate application form, candidates should review the most recent eligibility guidelines and other academic criteria. During the CA Intermediate registration process, students can verify their eligibility status, including the minimum educational requirement or age requirement, using the self-service portal (SSP). To learn more about CA Intermediate eligibility requirements 2023, including age restrictions and requisite educational backgrounds, read the full article below.
The CA Inter exam is held twice a year by ICAI. Check the CA Inter registration dates if you want to take the CA Intermediate test during any of the two sessions.
Dates to Remember for CA Intermediate in 2025-26
CA Intermediate Jan 2026 | CA Intermediate May 2026 | CA Intermediate Sept 2026 |
May 1, 2025 | September 1, 2025 | Feb 1, 2026 |
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CA Intermediate Eligibility Requirements
There are two ways for candidates to sign up for the CA Intermediate programme. The CA Foundation curriculum is the first way, and the direct entrance route upon completion of a graduate, postgraduate, or specific level of professional degree programmes is the second.
The complete eligibility requirements for candidates to take into account before completing the CA Inter exam form are provided below.
Graduate and postgraduate students who meet the CA Intermediate requirements
Candidates who have a masters degree in business with a minimum GPA of 55% are eligible to apply straight for the CA Intermediate programme.
Candidates from fields other than commerce who get at least 60% in their final exams can register for the CA Inter exam.
To be eligible to take the CA Inter exams, students must successfully finish the nine-month study course on or before the first day of the examination month.
Criteria for students in CS and CMA to be eligible for CA Intermediate exams
- candidates who have successfully completed the Institute of Company Secretaries of India’s CS Executive level.
- Candidates who have successfully completed the Institute of Cost Accountants of India’s CMA Inter curriculum are eligible to apply for the CA Inter examination groups.
FAQ’s
A: Yes, individuals who have completed the CMA Inter course may apply to the CA Inter program through the ICAI SSP website.
A: No, after completing 10th exams, you can register for CA Foundation and start studying to pass this exam which you can give only after passing your 12th examination. This kind of registration is called Provisional registration.
A:Yes, graduates with 60 percent or above in any field other than commerce are eligible to apply for the CA Inter exam.