The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is poised to release the results for the CA Foundation and Intermediate examinations conducted in January 2025 on March 4, 2025. Candidates can access their results online from 10:00 AM onwards, marking the end of their anxious wait. Aspirants who sat for the exams can check their scores through the official websites, icai.nic.in and icai.org, by entering their registration number and roll number.
The pivotal exams were held on January 12, 16, 18, and 20 for the CA Foundation, and from January 11 to 21 for the Intermediate course. Successfully passing these exams is the first significant step for aspirants on their path to becoming qualified Chartered Accountants. The results will not just reveal the passing status but will also detail the marks obtained across all subjects and the overall aggregate.
To qualify for the CA Foundation exam, candidates need to achieve at least 40% marks (that’s 40 out of 100) in each paper and secure no less than 50% overall, which equates to at least 200 marks across all four papers. The subjects include:
- Paper 1 – Principles and Practice of Accounting
- Paper 2 – Business Laws and Business Correspondence & Reporting
- Paper 3 – Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning & Statistics
- Paper 4 – Business Economics & Business and Commercial Knowledge
A. Candidates achieving over 70% aggregate will be awarded the distinction of passing with distinction, reinforcing the competitive nature of the examination.
Once the results are released, candidates can verify their scores by following these steps:
- Visit the official ICAI website.
- Select the option for ‘CA Result’ from the homepage.
- Click on the link for the relevant examination result.
- Input your roll number and registration number.
- Submit the information to view your results.
ICAI has been known to provide updates via emails or SMS for candidates who register for these options, making it easier to obtain results without the need to constantly check online. The results are anticipated around noon, with candidates encouraged to stay tuned for live updates.
Historically, the ICAI Foundation and Intermediate results see roughly 25-30% pass rate; this trend has remained consistent. The trends for concerning marks, evaluation and pass rates will be shared following the announcement, allowing students to gauge the competitive environment they find themselves within.
For candidates who do not pass, ICAI provides numerous avenues to re-evaluate their performance, including opportunities to apply for re-evaluation and strategies to improve study habits for future attempts. They encourage all students to remain undeterred—many successful C.A.s faced challenges before passing.
President Charanjot Singh Nanda recently reflected on the challenges faced by aspiring C.A.s, emphasizing the importance of perseverance. With over four lakh members and about 10 lakh students under its wing, the ICAI aims to support every facet of the students' educational journeys.
Looking forward, the next steps post-results will also be significant for candidates. Those who excel might seek articleship placements, which are mandatory for C.A. aspirants before they can qualify. Regular updates will be available on ICAI’s dedicated student portal with information on upcoming exams, registration timelines for May 2025, and the re-evaluation process.
Students can find mentorship and community support through networks and platforms facilitating peer interaction, which is critically beneficial during preparation periods. Engaging with mentors or academic groups often provides invaluable insights. This fosters not only academic learning but communal resilience amid the pressures of C.A. preparation.
The importance of mental well-being is also recognized, with ICAI setting up initiatives focused on maintaining work-life balance during students' journeys through this challenging professional course.
To conclude, March 4, 2025, marks not only the anticipation of individual results but serves as a pivotal moment for many aspiring C.A.s, as they chart the next steps of their significant careers. Whether celebrating success or preparing for another attempt, the spirit of perseverance is what binds this professional community together. Students are reminded to remain focused, utilize available resources, and believe deeply in their capabilities as they navigate forward.