CA May 2025 Exam Day Instructions: DOs, DON'Ts, Exam Reporting Time

CA May 2025 Exam Day Instructions: DOs, DON'Ts, Exam Reporting Time

Sansar Singh ChhikaraUpdated on 17 Apr 2025, 08:53 AM IST

The upcoming CA May 2025 exams can be stressful for students, and they have to review everything for the next day’s exam as well. ICAI has also specified some exam day instructions that candidates need to follow on the day of the exam. Since there is little time left for preparation, candidates must prioritise and focus on last-minute preparation tips. Also, students must carefully go through the exam day guidelines that need to be followed, as mentioned in the article below.

CA May 2025 Exam Day Instructions: DOs, DON'Ts, Exam Reporting Time
CA May 2025 Exam Day Instructions: DOs, DON'Ts, Exam Reporting Time

Candidates are expected to adhere to the guidelines and comply with the rules of the examination on the ICAI CA exam date. This includes ensuring the possession of valid admit cards, following the specified dress code, and abstaining from any form of misconduct or insincere behavior.

The CA Foundation exams are scheduled for May 15, 17, 18, and 21, 2025. The CA Intermediate exams will take place from May 3 to May 14, 2025, while the CA Final exams will be conducted in the first half of May, running from May 2 to May 14, 2025.

ICAI CA May Exam Dates and Reporting Time (Foundation, Inter and Final)

The CA May 2025 exams will be held across designated exam centres. Candidates are required to report by 1:30 PM on each exam day. Exam timings vary by paper, as detailed below:

CA Foundation May 2025 Exam Dates

Paper(s)

Exam Dates

Reporting Time

Exam Timings

Duration

Paper 1

May 15, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm

3 hours

Paper 2

May 17, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm

3 hours

Paper 3

May 19, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 4 pm

2 hours

Paper 4

May 21, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 4 pm

2 hours

CA Inter Exam Dates May 2025

Examination

Paper(s)

Exam Dates

Reporting Time

Exam Timings

Duration

Group - 1

Paper 1

May 3, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm

3 hours

Paper 2

May 5, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm

Paper 3

May 7, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm



Group - 2

Paper 4

May 9, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm

Paper 5

May 11, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm

Paper 6

May 14, 2025

1:30 PM

2 pm to 5 pm

CA Final Exam Dates May 2025 *New*

Groups

Papers

Reporting Time

Exam Dates

Timings

Group I

Paper - 1 : Financial Reporting

1:30 PM

May 2, 2025

2 PM - 5 PM

Paper - 2 : Advanced Financial Management

1:30 PM

May 4, 2025

2 PM - 5 PM

Paper - 3 : Advanced Auditing, Assurance And Professional Ethics

1:30 PM

May 6, 2025

2 PM - 5 PM

Group II

Paper – 4 : Direct Tax Laws and International Taxation

1:30 PM

May 8, 2025

2 PM - 5 PM

Paper – 5 : Indirect Tax Laws

1:30 PM

May 10, 2025

2 PM - 5 PM

Paper – 6: Integrated Business Solutions

(Multi-Disciplinary Case Study With Strategic Management)

1:30 PM

May 13, 2025

2 PM - 6 PM

CA May 2025 Exam Day Do's and Don'ts

The following points list out the do's and don'ts for the CA May 2025 exam day. Aspirants planning to appear for the CA exams must make sure they're fully prepared:

CA May 2025 Exam: Do’s

1. Carry own stationary

2. Follow invigilator's instructions

3. Reach the center early

4. Stay calm and focused

5. Carry your admit card

CA May 2025 Exam: Don'ts

1. Neglecting instructions

2. Carrying Electronics

3. Late to exam centre and hall

4. Do not write on exam question paper

5. Discussion with other students

ICAI CA May 2025 Exam Day Guidelines

ICAI has specified certain exam day guidelines that need to be followed on the day of exam.:

  • Candidates must check the reporting time on their admit cards and reach the centre at the given time only to avoid any crowding.

  • Students must bring their stationery, as borrowing/lending/exchanging of the same in the examination hall is strictly prohibited.

  • Candidates will not be allowed to leave the exam centre until the end of the exam.

  • On the day of the exam, make sure to carry the admit card, ID proof, and other essentials.

Any kind of electronic devices like mobile phones, smartwatches, bluetooth earphones, etc, is strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.

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