CA Final May 2026 result was declared on 30 June 2026, with 1,20,955 students appearing across Group I, Group II and Both Groups combined.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) conducted the CA Final May 2026 examination across 544 centres nationwide. Of the total students who appeared, 18,625 qualified, yielding an overall pass percentage of approximately 15.4%. Group I recorded the lowest pass rate at 12.00%, while Group II students fared better at 20.49%.
- Total appeared: 1,20,955 students across all groups
- Total passed: 18,625 students overall
- Overall pass percentage: approximately 15.4%
- Group I pass %: 12.00% — lowest among all attempt categories in May 2026
- Group II pass %: 20.49%
- Both Groups pass %: 14.07%
- Exam centres: 544 across India
- Result declared: 30 June 2026
| Direct Link to CA Final May 2026 Result (OUT) — icaiexam.icai.org |
CA Final May 2026 Total Appeared Candidates at a Glance
The table below summarises the total appeared and qualified figures for CA Final May 2026 across all attempt categories.
| Category | Appeared | Passed | Pass % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | 54,606 | 6,555 | 12.00% |
| Group II | 42,573 | 8,725 | 20.49% |
| Both Groups | 23,776 | 3,345 | 14.07% |
| Total | 1,20,955 | 18,625 | ~15.4% |
A total of 544 exam centres were operational for the May 2026 session. The result was declared by ICAI on 30 June 2026.
Group-Wise Breakdown: Appeared vs Qualified
The table below shows group-wise appeared, passed, not-passed and pass percentage for CA Final May 2026.
| Group | Appeared | Passed | Not Passed | Pass % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | 54,606 | 6,555 | 48,051 | 12.00% |
| Group II | 42,573 | 8,725 | 33,848 | 20.49% |
| Both Groups | 23,776 | 3,345 | 20,431 | 14.07% |
Group II students recorded the best pass rate at 20.49%, outperforming Group I by more than 8 percentage points. Students attempting Both Groups simultaneously cleared at a rate of 14.07%.
Non-Qualifier Analysis: Who Did Not Pass
Across all groups, a significant majority of appearing students did not qualify in May 2026. The non-qualifier count and percentage for each group are as follows.
| Group | Appeared | Not Passed | Non-Qualifier % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | 54,606 | 48,051 | 88.00% |
| Group II | 42,573 | 33,848 | 79.51% |
| Both Groups | 23,776 | 20,431 | 85.93% |
| Total | 1,20,955 | 1,02,330 | ~84.6% |
1,02,330 students did not qualify in CA Final May 2026 across all categories combined. Group I had the highest non-qualifier rate at 88%, meaning only 1 in 8 Group I students cleared the examination. Group II students performed relatively better, with approximately 4 in 5 students not qualifying.
Attempt Trends Across Sessions
The table below compares group-wise appeared counts across the last four CA Final sessions to track whether student participation is rising or falling.
| Session | Group I Appeared | Group II Appeared | Both Groups Appeared |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 66,943 | 46,173 | 29,286 |
| Sep 2025 | 51,955 | 32,273 | 16,800 |
| Jan 2026 | 53,652 | 38,169 | 22,293 |
| May 2026 | 54,606 | 42,573 | 23,776 |
Group I appeared count rose marginally from 53,652 in Jan 2026 to 54,606 in May 2026. Group II participation also recovered, climbing from 38,169 in Jan 2026 to 42,573 in May 2026. Both Groups attempts increased from 22,293 to 23,776. However, all three categories remain below the May 2025 peak figures.
Pass Rate Comparison Across Sessions
The table below compares pass percentages across the last four CA Final sessions. May 2026 Group I records the lowest pass rate in this period.
| Session | Group I Pass % | Group II Pass % | Both Groups Pass % |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 22.38% | 26.43% | 18.75% |
| Sep 2025 | 24.66% | 25.26% | 16.23% |
| Jan 2026 | 21.03% | 9.76% | 10.97% |
| May 2026 | 12.00% | 20.49% | 14.07% |
May 2026 Group I pass percentage of 12.00% is the lowest recorded across these four sessions. Group II recovered strongly from the Jan 2026 low of 9.76% to reach 20.49% in May 2026. Both Groups pass rate also improved from 10.97% in Jan 2026 to 14.07% in May 2026, though it remains below the May 2025 high of 18.75%.
CA Final May 2026 Qualifier Statistics FAQs
Ques. How many students appeared in CA Final May 2026?
Ans. A total of 1,20,955 students appeared in CA Final May 2026 across Group I, Group II and Both Groups combined.
Ques. What is the overall pass percentage for CA Final May 2026?
Ans. The overall pass percentage for CA Final May 2026 is approximately 15.4%, with 18,625 students qualifying out of 1,20,955 who appeared.
Ques. Which group had the lowest pass rate in CA Final May 2026?
Ans. Group I had the lowest pass rate in CA Final May 2026 at 12.00%, compared to 20.49% for Group II and 14.07% for Both Groups.
Ques. How many students did not qualify in CA Final May 2026?
Ans. A total of 1,02,330 students did not qualify in CA Final May 2026. This represents approximately 84.6% of all appearing students.
Ques. How does CA Final May 2026 Group I pass rate compare to previous sessions?
Ans. The Group I pass rate of 12.00% in May 2026 is the lowest across the last four sessions. It dropped from 21.03% in Jan 2026, 24.66% in Sep 2025 and 22.38% in May 2025.
Ques. When was the CA Final May 2026 result declared?
Ans. The CA Final May 2026 result was declared on 30 June 2026 by ICAI. Students can check their results at icaiexam.icai.org.
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