CA Foundation Exam Exam Date:18 Jan' 26 - 24 Jan' 26
Candidates preparing for the upcoming CA Foundation January 2026 exam should study the previous year’s CA Foundation Accounts question papers. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) provides the CA Foundation previous year accounting question paper on its official website, icai.org. Referring to the previous year's exam papers will improve time management on the CA Foundation exam.
Solving CA Foundation accounting question papers helps students understand the CA Foundation exam pattern, which improves their speed and accuracy on exam day. It also provides valuable insights into question types, topic distribution, and difficulty level as per the CA Foundation 2026 Syllabus. Also, many CA Foundation toppers recommend solving CA Foundation accounts previous year papers to enhance conceptual understanding and time management.
Candidates can refer to the table below for an overview of the CA Foundation syllabus. Under the new scheme, the CA Foundation 2026 exam consists of four papers. The Accounting paper, along with the other three papers, carries a total of 100 marks each.
CA Foundation Syllabus 2026 Highlights
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Exam mode | Offline |
Exam frequency | January, May and September |
Number of papers | Four |
Name of the papers | Paper 1 - Accounting |
Duration | Paper 1 and Paper 2: 1 Hour |
Maximum marks for each paper | 100 marks |
Marking scheme | For subjective (Paper 1 and 2) - No negative marking For objective papers (Paper 3 and 4) - ¼ mark will be deducted for every wrong answer |
The main objective of the CA Foundation Accounting subject is to make the aspirants understand the accounting fundamentals and assist them in effectively applying them in preparing financial statements and solving basic problems.
| Sessions | Question Papers PDF |
|---|---|
CA Foundation September 2025 Accounting Question Paper | Download PDF |
CA Foundation May 2025 Accounting Question Paper | |
CA Foundation January 2025 Accounting Question Paper | |
CA Foundation September 2024 Accounting Question Paper | |
CA Foundation June 2024 Accounting Question Paper | |
CA Foundation December 2023 Accounting Question Paper | |
CA Foundation June 2023 Accounting Question Paper | |
CA Foundation November 2022 Accounting Question Paper | |
CA Foundation May 2022 Accounting Question Paper |
Solving CA Foundation previous year question papers must be part of any serious CA aspirant's preparation regime
It allows students to revisit the concepts they have studied, ensuring that they retain the information with better clarity. The comprehensive revision helps in acknowledging the knowledge base, making students better prepared for the upcoming CA Foundation examination.
Practising the CA Foundation question paper will help the candidates understand the types of questions asked and the importance of topic-wise weightage in the CA Foundation accounting paper.
Few topics tend to be frequently tested in the CA Foundation exam. Therefore, by analysing the previous year's CA Foundation accounting question papers, the aspirants can identify these recurring topics and prioritise their study plans.
Practising with the CA Foundation previous year question papers also ensures the candidate is thoroughly prepared and is familiar with the CA Foundation 2026 exam pattern.
Going through each accounting CA Foundation paper from the previous years helps in understanding the important topics and frequently asked questions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, these question papers are a reliable and authentic source for practice.
Solving the previous 4 to 5 years question papers for CA Foundation is highly recommended.
The upcoming CA Foundation Jan 2026 exams are scheduled to be held on January 18, 20, 22 & 24, 2026
You can download them from the official ICAI website, icai.org, or the BOS Knowledge Portal, boslive.icai.org.
Along with PYQs, use the ICAI study material, mock tests, and revision test papers for complete preparation.
On Question asked by student community
Hello,
If you’ve given the CA Foundation exam three times and still couldn’t clear it, don’t worry, there are many good alternatives you can go for. Here are some options you can consider:
B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce):
You can continue your studies with B.Com. It gives you a strong base in accounts, finance, and business, and you can go for other professional courses later.
CS (Company Secretary):
If you are interested in company law, compliance, and legal work, CS is a good choice.
CMA (Cost Management Accounting):
If you like accounting and cost management, CMA is another strong course.
BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration):
This course is good if you are interested in management and business studies. It also opens options for an MBA later.
Accounting and Finance Diplomas or Certifications:
You can do short-term courses like Tally, GST, Financial Modelling, or Digital Accounting. These help you get job-ready faster.
Banking and Finance Courses:
You can go for professional programs in banking, stock market, or investment analysis.
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Hello aspirant,
Under the proposed plan, Module 1 of the CA Foundation Accounting syllabus for 2025 covers theoretical frameworks, fundamental accounting procedures, bank reconciliation, and inventory. Final accounts for partnerships, companies, and sole proprietors as well as non-profit organizations are included in Module 2. Depreciation, bills of exchange, and specific transactions like consignment and joint ventures are also important subjects.
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Hello aspirant,
The CA Foundation September 2025 exam has been completed by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Candidates are anxiously awaiting their CA Foundation Sep 2025 results after the exam is over. The CA Foundation results are anticipated to be released by ICAI in September 2025, most likely during the first week of November 2025.
For more information, you can visit our site through following link:
https://finance.careers360.com/articles/ca-foundation-september-2025-result-date
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Hello CA student,
You can download the admit card even through SSP.
The ICAI has already issued the admit card for September 2025 exams.
All the best.
Hello aspirant,
Students must register with BoS by September 1, 2024, and finish the four-month study session. Additionally, provisional registrations for students who passed their tenth class have begun at ICAI.
For more information you can visit our site by clicking on the link given below.
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