CA Course Structure Explained in Telugu | By CA V Murali Sir | Complete Guide

Summary

This video provides an in-depth explanation of the Chartered Accountant (CA) course, detailing its three levels—Foundation, Intermediate, and Final. It discusses the subjects covered in each level, the exam format, and pass criteria, including the required passing marks for each subject and the overall score. The script also highlights the importance of practical training through articleship, which lasts for two years. Additionally, it covers salary expectations for fresh CA graduates, with the highest annual salary reported to be ₹29 lakhs. The entire CA course typically takes about four years to complete, depending on the starting point.

Takeaways

• 😀 CA course is structured into three levels: Foundation, Intermediate, and Final.
• 😀 If you're a graduate, you can skip the Foundation level and directly join the Intermediate level.
• 😀 The Foundation level consists of four subjects: Accounting, Economics, Quantitative Aptitude, and Law.
• 😀 At the Foundation level, exams have a mix of descriptive and multiple-choice questions, with negative marking for wrong answers in MCQs.
• 😀 To pass Foundation, you need at least 40 marks in each subject and a total of 200 out of 400 marks (50% average).
• 😀 Intermediate level has six subjects, divided into two groups of three papers each, with both descriptive and MCQ formats.
• 😀 Passing criteria for Intermediate require 40 marks in each subject and a total of 150 marks per group out of 300.
• 😀 After completing Intermediate, you must undergo a 2-year Articled Training to gain practical experience.
• 😀 The Final level consists of six subjects, again divided into two groups, with similar exam formats and passing criteria as the Intermediate level.
• 😀 Once you finish the entire CA course, you can either start your own practice as a CA or join a job in the field, with salaries ranging from ₹10 lakhs to ₹29 lakhs per annum depending on the role and experience.
• 😀 The entire CA course, including exams, practical training, and preparation, typically takes around 4 years to complete.

Q & A

What are the three levels of the CA course?

The three levels of the CA course are Foundation, Intermediate, and Final.

Do you need to complete the Foundation level if you have already completed a graduation degree?

No, if you have completed your graduation degree, you can directly start from the Intermediate level without taking the Foundation level.

How many subjects are there in the Foundation level, and what are they?

In the Foundation level, there are four subjects: Accounting, Economics, Quantitative Aptitude, and Fundamentals of Accounting.

What is the exam pattern for the Foundation level subjects?

In the Foundation level, two subjects (Accounting and Fundamentals of Accounting) have descriptive questions, while the other two subjects (Economics and Quantitative Aptitude) consist of multiple-choice questions.

How many marks are required to pass the Foundation level exam?

To pass the Foundation level, you need to score at least 40 marks in each subject, with a total of 200 marks out of 400, and an overall average of 50%.

When are the exams for the Foundation level held?

The Foundation level exams are held three times a year in May, September, and January.

How many subjects are there in the Intermediate level, and how are they divided?

The Intermediate level consists of six subjects, which are divided into two groups: Group 1 (three subjects) and Group 2 (three subjects).

What is the exam pattern for the Intermediate level?

The Intermediate level exams have a combination of 70 marks for descriptive questions and 30 marks for multiple-choice questions per subject.

What is the training required after completing the Intermediate level?

After completing the Intermediate level, you must undergo two years of practical training called 'Article Ship' with a qualified auditor.

How many subjects are there in the Final level, and what are they?

The Final level also consists of six subjects, divided into two groups: Group 1 (Financial Reporting, Advanced Financial Management, and Auditing) and Group 2 (Direct Tax, Indirect Tax, and Integrated Business Solutions).