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CA Course Duration
The CA course duration is typically 4.5 to 5 years including CA Foundation, CA Intermediate and CA Final. Also, there is no age limit for pursuing CA course. Students of any age can join Chartered Accountant course.
The Chartered Accountancy (CA) course is one of the most prestigious and rigorous professional qualifications in India. It offers various entry points depending on your educational background after 10th, 12th, or graduation. Understanding the course duration and stages at each entry point is crucial for prospective CA students. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the CA course timeline, helping you plan your journey towards becoming a Chartered Accountant.
CA Course Duration After 10th
A student starting the Chartered Accountancy course in 10th grade will take 7 years to complete it. The process is similar to pursuing CA after 12th grade, but with an additional 2 years for completing 11th and 12th grades.
Entering the CA course right after the 10th standard involves enrolling in the CA Foundation Course. However, students cannot directly appear for the CA Foundation exam until they complete their 12th standard. Here’s how the timeline unfolds:
Register for CA Foundation Course: After passing the 10th standard, students can register for the CA Foundation Course. However, the actual preparation and examination will only begin after completing 12th.
Complete 12th Standard: Focus on completing your 12th standard (anystream), as you cannot sit for the CA Foundation exam without
it.
CA Foundation Preparation and Exam: Post 12th, students spend approximately 4 months preparing for the CA Foundation exam. This exam covers basic accounting, business laws, mathematics, and economics.
Timeline: Approximately 2 years from 10th to CA Foundation results.
CA Course Duration After 12th
Students who begin the Chartered Accountancy course after 12th grade will need at least 5 years to complete it. During this time, they must pass three exams and complete a two-year articleship training.
The CA course becomes more streamlined after the 12th standard, with a direct entry into the CA Foundation Course.
Here’s the step by step breakdown:
CA Foundation Course: Registration typically takes place after the 12th exams, with students preparing for 4 months before appearing for the exam.
CA Intermediate: Upon passing the CA Foundation, students register for the CA Intermediate course, which requires around 8 months of study. Students can opt for either both groups together or one group at a time.
Articleship Training: After clearing at least one group of the CA Intermediate, students undergo 3 years of Articleship training, a hands on internship under a practicing Chartered Accountant. During this period, students also prepare for the final exams.
CA Final Course: Post Articleship, students prepare for the CA Final exams, which can take 6 to 12 months depending on individual preparation levels.
Timeline: 4.5 to 5 years from 12th standard to CA Final results.
CA Course Duration After Degree
The duration of the CA course after graduation is 3.5 to 4 years. Graduates can directly enroll in the CA Intermediate course without needing to pass the CA Foundation exams.
Graduates, particularly those in commerce, benefit from the Direct Entry Scheme, bypassing the CA Foundation and directly entering the CA Intermediate course.
Here’s how it works:
Direct Entry to CA Intermediate: Graduates with specified marks criteria (55% for commerce graduates, 60% for others) can directly enrol in the CA Intermediate course.
Intermediate Course and Exams: The course takes approximately 8 months of preparation, similar to the post 12th entry.
Articleship Training: After clearing at least one group of CA Intermediate, graduates start their 3 year Articleship, similar to the post 12th pathway.
CA Final Course: Upon completing the Articleship, graduates prepare for the CA Final exams.
Timeline: Approximately 3.5 to 4 years from graduation to CA Final results.
Understanding the CA Course Stages
CA Foundation Course
- Entry Level Test
- 4 papers covering Accounting, Law, Mathematics, and Economics
- Typically, 4 months of study after registration
CA Intermediate Course
- 8 papers split into two groups
- Requires 8 months of preparation
- Entry point for graduates through Direct Entry Scheme
Articleship Training
- 3 years of mandatory training under a Chartered Accountant
- Offers practical exposure and experience
CA Final Course
- Final stage with 8 papers
- Requires extensive preparation post Articleship
- Marks the completion of the CA journey
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