The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially released the admit card and exam schedule for the CA Intermediate examination for September 2025. The CA Intermediate examination will be conducted from September 4 to 15, 2025. Read below to know the group-wise examination schedule, pattern, and preparation strategy.
The admit cards for the ICAI CA Intermediate exams were released on August 19, 2025. The examination will begin on September 4, 2025, for Group 1.
CA Intermediate September 2025 Exam schedule
Candidates appearing for ICAI CA Intermediate 2025 exam can check the exam schedule in the table below:
| Group 1 | ||||
| S. NO. | Subjects | Date | Day | Timings |
| 1 | Advanced Accounting | September 4, 2025 | Thursday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| 2 | Corporate and other laws | September 7, 2025 | Sunday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| 3 | TaxationSection A: Income-Tax lawsSection B: Goods and Services Tax (GST) | September 9, 2025 | Tuesday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| GROUP 2 | ||||
| S. NO. | Subject | Date | Day | Timings |
| 1 | Cost and Management Accounting | September 11, 2025 | Thursday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| 2 | Auditing and Ethics | September 13, 2025 | Saturday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| 3 | Financial Management and Strategic managementSection A: Financial ManagementSection B: Strategic Management | September 15, 2025 | Monday | 2 PM – 5 PM |
CA Intermediate Exam Pattern for September 2025
The CA Intermediate exam pattern is prepared and announced by the ICAI. The examination is conducted paper-wise. The CA Intermediate courses comprise two groups – Group 1 and Group 2. Candidates can register for group 1 or group 2, or both groups. They need to clear both papers with a minimum of 50% aggregate. The CA Intermediate exam is conducted in CBT mode, and the total marks per paper are 100.
Given below is the CA Intermediate exam pattern and marking scheme:
GROUP 1 | |
|---|---|
| CA intermediate | Marks |
| Paper 1:Advanced Accounting | 100 |
| Paper 2: Corporate and Other Law | 100 |
| Paper 3: Taxation Part A: Income Tax Law Part B: Goods and Service Tax | 100 50 50 |
| Group 2 | |
| Paper 4: Cost and Management Accounting | 100 |
| Paper 5: Auditing and Ethics | 100 |
| Paper 6: Financial Management and Strategic management Section A: Financial Management Section B: Strategic Management | 100 50 50 |
Eligibility Criteria For ICAI CA Intermediate 2025
Check below the minimum eligibility criteria candidates have to fulfill:
- Candidates who have passed CA Foundation examination or equivalent examination are eligible to register for CA Intermediate course
- Candidates who have registered for previous CA Intermediate exam as per syllabus under paragraph 2 or 2A of Schedule B or Professional Education (Course-II), Professional Competence Course and converted into Intermediate (IPC) Course/ Accounting Technician Course (ATC) are eligible
- Candidates who have completed graduation or post-graduation in any stream from a recognized institute of India are also eligible.
Stay focused, stay consistent and prepare smartly for the ICAI CA Intermediate examination.
