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About CA Intermediate

The CA Intermediate is the second level exam in the Chartered Accountancy course in India. It covers six subjects with over 7000 pages of study material to be completed in nine months. The exam is divided into two groups of three subjects each. To pass a group, students must pass all three subjects; failing one subject means failing the entire group.

The average passing rate up to 2020 is 16.76%, with the lowest at 8.88% in November 2018.

CA Inter Syllabus

GROUP I

Paper 1: Advanced Accounting (100 Mark's)

Module 1:

  • Introduction to Accounting Standards
  • Framework for Preparation and Presentation of Financial Statements
  • Applicability of Accounting Standards
  • Presentation & Disclosure Based Accounting Standards

Module 2:

  • Assets Based Accounting Standards
  • Liabilities Based Accounting Standards
  • Accounting Standards Based on Items Impacting Financial Statement
  • Revenue Based Accounting Standards
  • Other Accounting Standards
  • Accounting Standards for Consolidated Financial Statement

Module 3:

  • Financial Statements of Companies
  • Buyback of Securities
  • Amalgamation of Companies
  • Accounting for Reconstruction of Companies
  • Accounting for Branches including Foreign Branches

Paper 2: Corporate and Other Laws (100 Mark's)

Module 1:

  • Preliminary
  • Incorporation of Company and Matters Incidental Thereto
  • Prospectus and Allotment of Securities
  • Share Capital and Debentures
  • Acceptance of Deposits by Companies
  • Registration of Charges

Module 2:

  • Management and Administration
  • Declaration and Payment of Dividend
  • Accounts of Companies
  • Audit and Auditors
  • Companies Incorporated Outside India

Module 3:

  • Part I: The Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
  • Part II: Other Laws
    • The Foreign Exchange Management Act 1999
    • The General Clauses Act, 1897
    • Interpretation of Statutes

Paper 3: Taxation (100 Mark's)

Section A: Income Tax Law (50 marks)

Module 1:

  • Basic Concepts
  • Residential Status and Scope of Total Income
  • Incomes that do not form part of total income
  • Heads of income

Module 2:

  • Income of Other Persons included in Assessee's Total Income
  • Aggregation of Income, Set-off or Carry Forward of Losses
  • Deductions from Gross Total Income
  • Advance tax, Tax deduction at Source, and Tax Collection at Source
  • Provisions for filing Return of Income and Self-Assessment

Module 3:

  • Income Tax Liability Computation and Optimisation

Section B: Goods and Service Tax (50 marks)

Module 1:

  • GST in India an Introduction
  • Supply Under GST
  • Charge of GST
  • Place of Supply
  • Exemptions from GST
  • Time of Supply
  • Value of Supply

Module 2:

  • Input Tax Credit
  • Registration
  • Tax Invoice; Credit and Debit Notes
  • Accounts and Records
  • E-Way Bill
  • Payment of Tax
  • Tax Deduction at Source and Collection of Tax at Source
  • Returns

GROUP II

Paper 4: Cost and Management Accounting (100 Mark's)

Module 1:

  • Introduction to Cost and Management Accounting
  • Material Cost
  • Employee Cost and Direct Expenses
  • Overheads Absorption Costing Method
  • Activity Based Costing (ABC)
  • Cost Sheet
  • Cost Accounting Systems

Module 2:

  • Unit & Batch Costing
  • Job Costing
  • Process & Operation Costing
  • Joint Products and By Products
  • Contract Costing
  • Standard Costing
  • Marginal Costing
  • Budgets and Budgetary Control

Paper 5: Auditing and Ethics (100 Mark's)

Module 1:

  • Nature, Objective, and Scope of Audit
  • Audit Strategy, Audit Planning and Audit Programme
  • Audit Evidence
  • Risk Assessment and Internal Control
  • Audit of Items of Financial Statements

Module 2:

  • Audit Documentation
  • Completion and Review
  • Audit Report
  • Audit of Banks
  • Special Features of Audit of Different Types of Entities
  • Ethics and Terms of Audit Engagements

Paper 6: Financial Management & Strategic Management (100 Mark's)

Section A: Financial Management (50 marks)

Module 1:

  • Scope and Objectives of Financial Management
  • Types of Financing
  • Financial Analysis and Planning Ratios Analysis
  • Financing Decisions-Capital Structure
  • Cost of Capital
  • Financing Decisions-Leverages

Module 2:

  • Investment Decisions
  • Dividend Decisions
  • Management of Working Capital

Section B: Strategic Management (50 marks)

  • Introduction to Strategic Management
  • Strategic Analysis: External Environment
  • Strategic Analysis: Internal Environment
  • Strategic Choices
  • Strategy Implementation and Evaluation


Frequently Asked Questions

There are a total of 6 subjects in CA Intermediate, divided into two groups of three subjects each.

Candidates can register for CA Intermediate either through the CA Foundation route or the Direct Entry route. For CA Foundation, one needs to clear the Foundation exam with at least 50% marks. Direct Entry is available to Commerce graduates/post-graduates with 55% marks or other graduates/post-graduates with 60% marks, or those who have passed the intermediate level exam of ICSI or ICMAI.

You can register for CA Intermediate through the ICAI Self Service Portal. The process involves updating your details, paying the required fees online, and waiting for ICAI to process your application.

The exams are conducted thrice a year, in May/June, September, and January.

CA Intermediate registration is valid for 5 years. It can be revalidated for a further 5-year period by paying a revalidation fee.

The exam consists of 6 papers divided into two groups. Each paper is a combination of descriptive questions and case study-based multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

Effective preparation involves creating a study timetable, using the institute's study material, enrolling in a test series for practice, and revising the entire syllabus multiple times.

After clearing CA Intermediate, candidates are required to undergo a 3-year practical training/articleship before they can appear for the CA Final exams.

Results are announced on the official ICAI website. Candidates need their roll number and registration number to check their results online.

While preparation can be done through self-study, many candidates opt to enroll in coaching classes to receive structured guidance and clear their concepts thoroughly.

Typically, students spend around 8-10 months preparing for each group of CA Intermediate exams, totaling approximately 1.5 to 2 years for both groups.

There is no specific age limit to register for CA Intermediate. Candidates can apply as long as they meet the educational criteria.

Yes, candidates from the CA Foundation route can choose to register for either one group or both groups simultaneously. However, those entering through the Direct Entry route must register for both groups at once.

Exam fees vary depending on the number of groups and the exam center location. For both groups, the fees are higher compared to a single group. Overseas centers have different fee structures in USD.

A candidate must score a minimum of 40% marks in each paper and an aggregate of 50% marks in aggregate in both groups to pass the CA Intermediate exams.

Yes, CA Intermediate exams are conducted at various overseas centers including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha, Muscat, and Kathmandu. Candidates need to pay fees in USD for exams conducted outside India.

After completing CA Intermediate and undergoing articleship, candidates can pursue careers in auditing, accounting, taxation, financial management, and consultancy roles in various industries, including corporate firms and financial institutions.

Yes, candidates can apply for revaluation of their exam papers within a specified period after the results are announced. The process involves paying a fee per paper.

The pass percentage varies each exam cycle. Generally, it ranges from 10% to 20% for both groups, depending on the difficulty level of the exams.

After passing either or both groups of CA Intermediate, candidates can apply for articleship/practical training. It is advisable to approach reputed firms or companies for better exposure and learning opportunities.