ICAI SPOM for CA Final 2024 - SPMT Exam, Registration, Passing Criteria, Exemptions

ICAI SPOM for CA Final 2024 - SPMT Exam, Registration, Passing Criteria, Exemptions

Edited By Sansar Singh Chhikara | Updated on Oct 09, 2024 05:21 PM IST | #CA Final Exam

ICAI SPOM for CA Final: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has made it mandatory for CA Final students to complete Self Paced Online Modules (SPOM). In a recent notification, ICAI specified that the SPMT exam window will be closed from October 11 to 20, 2024. The official notification read, "In view of the maintenance and upgradation in the software of the SPMT portal, the Self-Paced Online Module tests will not be conducted from 11th October, 2024 to 20th October, 2024. The slot booking for SPMT shall resume from 21st October 2024 onwards." There are four ICAI SPOM Modules - Set A - Corporate and Economic Laws, Set B - Strategic Cost and Performance Management, Set C - Elective and Set D - Multidisciplinary.

This Story also Contains
  1. ICAI SPOM Structure and Duration 2024
  2. ICAI SPOM Registration
  3. ICAI SPOM Exemtpions
  4. How to take ICAI SPOM tests?
  5. ICAI Self-Paced Module Test (SPMT)
ICAI SPOM for CA Final 2024 - SPMT Exam, Registration, Passing Criteria, Exemptions
ICAI SPOM for CA Final 2024 - SPMT Exam, Registration, Passing Criteria, Exemptions

These SPOM modules are available to students through the Learning Management System (LMS) portal of ICAI. Each of the SPOM modules has a prescribed learning hours, and students must also take the online SPOM test and get minimum 50% marks to qualify. Candidates preparing for their CA Final exams 2024 must complete the SPOMs.
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The ICAI SPOMs have been introduced recently and it is natural that students will face some confusion regarding which SPOM modules are mandatory, what are the exemptions available to them, what is the registration process of SPOM and so much more. In this article we try to clear all the students' doubts related to ICAI Self Paced Online Modules.

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Candidates are not required to register for ICAI SPOMs separately. Furthermore, candidates are also not required to pay any fee for these modules. ICAI has also specified many exemptions for students in regard to the SPOM. The upcoming CA Final November 2024 exams dates fall between November 1 to 11, 2024. Read the complete article to get detailed information about ICAI SPOM modules, exemptions, registration etc.

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ICAI SPOM Structure and Duration 2024

Self-Paced Module

Paper

Duration in Hours

SET A

Corporate and Economic Laws (100 Marks) [Mandatory]

40

SET B

Strategic Cost and Performance Management

(100 Marks) [Mandatory]

40

SET C: Elective (Choose one) (100 Marks)

1

Risk Management

20

2

Sustainable Development and Sustainability Reporting

20

3

Public Finance and Government Accounting

20

4

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016

20

5

International Taxation

20

6

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996


7

Forensic Accounting

20

8

Valuation

20

9

Financial Services and Capital Markets

20

10

Forex and Treasury Management

20

SET D: (Choose one) (100 Marks)Multidisciplinary

1

Constitution of India and Art of Advocacy

20

2

Psychology and Philosophy

20

3

Entrepreneurship and Start up Ecosystem

20

4

Digital Ecosystem and Controls

20

ICAI SPOM Registration

When candidates complete their ICAI CA Final registration 2024, their SPOM registration is automatically completed with it. Students who have registered for CA Final course can take the SPOM exams at their own pace, time and from anywhere. Candidates will not be required to pay any separate fee for taking ICAI SPOM exams. During the CA Final registration process, candidates will be given the option to select the elective subjects in the Set C and D of SPOM courses. The official portal to access ICAI SPOMs is lms.icai.org.

Self-Paced Online Modules - Learning Process

The study material for SPOM modules is available at the ICAI Board of Studies (BoS) Knowledge portal. Furthermore, ICAI also provides physical study material for all the SPOM modules. Besides the study material, ICAI will also offer video lectures from experts in relevant subjects. ICAI has developed a new digital learning portal called ICAI digital learning hub integrated Learning Management System. It must be noted that candidates need to first complete the given learning hours to be eligible to take the test.

ICAI SPOM Passing Criteria

ICAI has specified the passing criteria for the SPOM courses. Set A and B are mandatory SPOM courses; students must pass the SET C and D if they are not exempted. The ICAI SPOM passing criteria have been given below:

  • Candidates must have attained a minimum of 50% in the module to be deemed passed.

  • There are no restrictions on the number of attempts for ICAI SPOMs.

  • There is no negative marking in the ICAI SPOM courses.

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Hardware and Software Requirements for ICAI SPOMs

As mentioned above, the ICAI SPOMs are online exams and candidates must meet the ICAI SPOM hardware and SPOM requirements to take these online exams. The hardware and software requirements are the type of hardware and software specifications the computer or laptop of the candidate must have to be able to take the exam.

Hardware requirements:

  • Desktop Computers: Processor:

    • Dual-core or higher (e.g., Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3)

    • RAM: 2GB or higher

    • The desktop must have a Webcam.

  • Laptops and Notebooks:

    • Processor: Dual-core or higher (e.g., Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3)

    • RAM: 2GB or higher

    • The laptop must have a Webcam.

Software Requirements

  • Web Browser:

    • The system should be compatible with modern web browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.

  • Internet Connection:

    • A student must have a connection speed of minimum 2 to 5 Mbps for the student to complete the assessments and topics available on the LMS

ICAI SPOM Exemtpions

ICAI has specified a number of exempted cases for the SPOM courses.The ICAI SPOM exemptions have been given below:

ICAI SPOM Exemptions

  1. Students who were admitted to the CA Final course before November 2023 are exempted from Set C and D of SPOM courses. However, such candidates must qualify the Set A and B. The exemptions for such candidates have been given below:

ICAI SPOM Exemptions for candidates admitted before Nov 2023

Sr.

No.

CriteriaModule Tests to Be Qualified

1

Appeared in Final Exam till November 2023 but could not pass either of the groups

SET A AND SET B

2

Passed group second till November 2023 but could not pass group first

SET A only

3

Passed group first till November 2023 but could not pass group second

SET B only

4

Exemption in Paper 5 till November 2023 but could not pass group first or Both Groups

SET A only

5

Exemption in Paper 4 till November 2023 but could not pass group second or Both Groups

SET B only

6

Exemption in Paper 4 and Paper 5 till November 2023 but could not pass either of the groups

All Modules Exempt

  1. Students, other than those who are covered under (A) above, who were admitted to the Final Examination of May, 2024 or those who have passed both groups of Intermediate examination under old scheme and completed 2.5 years of Practical Training till 31st October 2024 including excess leaves, if any, as well as Advanced ICITSS are exempt from appearing in Self-Paced Online Module Tests Set C and Set D. However, it is mandatory for such students to qualify Set A and Set B before applying for membership.

Intermediate students who had cleared either of the groups upto November 2023 or before and cleared the remaining Group under Unit Scheme in May 2024.

Or

Those who cleared both groups of Intermediate exams in May 2024, are required to undergo and pass Self-Paced Online Modules on/before 10th October, 2024 to become eligible for Final Exam to be held in November 2024.

How to take ICAI SPOM tests?

Candidates must note that the ICAI SPOMs are completely online and the tests and learning hours will have to be completed through the ICAI Learning Management System (LMS) portal. Below-given is the step-by-step process to complete the ICAI self paced online modules:

  • Visit the official website of ICAI LMS - lms.icai.org.
  • Candidates will see three login options on the home page - sign in with SSP, login with OTP and register as student.
  • In case candidates are visiting the portal for the first time, they must complete registration.
  • Old users can login with their SSP login id and password or sign in by entering their SRN number and get the OTP.
  • Upon successfully signing in, the candidates will be directed to the ICAI Self-paced online module page, where they will see Set A, Set B, Set C and Set D.
  • Complete the required learning hours for each of the set you want to complete .
  • All sets have been divided into several topics, candidates will be required to complete each of the topics before taking the test.
  • Candidates can also keep a track of what they have studied through the "Learning History" tab.

ICAI Self-Paced Module Test (SPMT)

Once the candidates complete their e-learning hours from the SPOM portal, they will be required to take the Self-paced Module Test (SPMT). The ICAI SPMT will test candidates on the topics they studied during e-learning of the SPOM sets. The SPMT exam will be conducted completely online. Students will be required to score minimum 50% marks to pass a module. Candidates who have qualified the CA Inter exam and completed the specified learning hours through the LMS portal will be able to take the SPMT exam.

Candidates need to register for ICAI SPMT separately through spmt.icai.org. Candidates must also pay a fee of Rs 500 per paper for centres in India, Rs 850 for centres in Kathmandu and Bhutan and US$ 150 per paper for Dubai/ Abu Dhabi / Bahrain/ Doha/ Muscat/ Kuwait exam centres. Candidates will be given their admit cards immediately after completing their SPMT registration. Candidates can attempt the SPMT exam as many times as they want. In case candidates face any technical issues while attempting the exam they can contact the below given phone number/email.

SPMT Technical Helpdesk

Helpline Number: 022-62507739,

Email id: exam_spmt@onlineregistrationform.org

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Are SPOM courses mandatory for CA Final students?

Yes, CA Final students must mandatorily complete SPOM courses. However, ICAI has provided some exemptions which have been mentioned in the article.

2. What is the cost of CA Final self paced module?

There is no additional cost for taking the ICAI SPOM courses. The CA Final registration includes SPOM registration as well.

3. How to give a self-paced online module?

Candidates can give the ICAI self paced module online at lms.icai.org.

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Questions related to CA Final Exam

Have a question related to CA Final Exam ?

Hello Aspirant,

See application process is already live for CA Final 2022 examination for November 2022 session so if you had applied for it then it is alright and the last date to apply for it is July 1st 2022.

Now coming to the question of choice of elective paper so don't worry because choice of elective paper will be asked while filling examination form for CA final 2022 which would be available for the candidates in October 2022 so you can fill it out at that time and till then you will have to wait for it.

You can check out more information from the official site as given below :-

https://www.icai.org/new_post.html?post_id=15755

or you can also check out our article for all latest updates and complete details :-

CA Final Registration 2022 - Steps to Apply Online, Fees, Eligibility (careers360.com)


I hope this information helps you.

Good Luck!!

Hello,

No you cannot apply after the final date of registration. Unless the officials extend the last date you will not be eligible for applying after the final date of registration. As of now there are no information from the officials regarding the extension of the final date. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has opened the CA Final 2022 registration in online mode. The last date for the CA Final May 2022 registration was January 1, 2022. You can apply for December session. The last date is on July 1, 2022.

Hi there,

First of all make plan that what are you going to study,for how many hours you are going to study a topic and on what you will focus on. Plan all these things so that you don't get distract while studying. Then maintain a timetable and follow it .

We all have same working hours but we don't utilize them properly so start utilizing your working hour according to your mental energy .

Always study in a peaceful environment so that you can learn more in less time that means effective study .

Now if you are talking pparticularly about commerce then you can divide subjects into two part

(A) Numerical portion: First clear you concepts and after that practice as much as you can for Numerical.

(B) THEORY Portion: Make notes and clear your concept and revise them.

Try to understand instead of just mugging up lessons so that you can remember it for long time .

And last but not least study with enthusiasm. Enjoy study . Don't take study as burden.

Hope it helps you.

Good luck!


Hi Aspirant,

Hope you are doing great as per the question asked by you as you have made mistake while filling up the form you should definitely mail to the required authorities regarding the mistakes you have sometimes correction window is given to the students to correct the mistakes if made any during the process.

Hope you found this answer useful.Stay motivated stay positive.

All the best!

Hey aspirant,

Sorry but this cannot be done as it is mandatory and one must complete at least 2 years of training before sitting for the finals

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