The CA Final May 2026 result is expected on June 27, 2026 at icaiexam.icai.org — students who clear both groups must apply for ICAI membership, while those who do not pass can register for the CA Final November 2026 exam.
Clearing CA Final marks the end of a long journey, but it does not automatically make you a Chartered Accountant. You must complete the remaining formalities — articleship completion, Advanced ICITSS training, and the membership application — before you can use the ACA designation. For students who need another attempt, knowing the exemption rules and registration timeline for November 2026 is equally important.
- Result expected: CA Final May 2026 result will be declared on June 27, 2026 at icaiexam.icai.org.
- Students who passed both groups must complete all pending training and apply for ICAI Associate Membership (ACA) at ssp.icai.org.
- Articleship (3 years / 1,095 days) and Advanced ICITSS completion are mandatory before membership is granted.
- Students who did not pass can appear in CA Final November 2026; registration typically opens in August–September 2026.
- If you scored 60 or more marks in any paper, you may carry forward an exemption for that paper to the next attempt.
| Direct Link — CA Final May 2026 Result (OUT) — Click Here |
If You Passed CA Final May 2026: Immediate Steps
Passing both groups of CA Final is a milestone achievement. However, you do not receive the ACA designation until ICAI processes your membership application and confirms that all training requirements are met. Take these steps as soon as the result is declared.
| Step | Action | Where / How |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Verify articleship completion | Confirm 1,095 days of practical training; ask your principal to submit Form 108 online |
| 2 | Complete Advanced ICITSS (if pending) | 4-week residential program: MCS course and Advanced IT course at an ICAI-approved centre |
| 3 | Collect all certificates | ICITSS, Advanced ICITSS and articleship completion certificates from your principal |
| 4 | Apply for ICAI membership | Log in at ssp.icai.org and apply for Associate Membership (ACA) |
| 5 | Pay membership fee | Rs. 1,000 — online through the SSP portal |
Articleship and Training Requirements
Articleship is a mandatory 3-year practical training (minimum 1,095 days) under a CA in practice. It must be completed before ICAI processes your membership application. Along with articleship, two ICITSS training programs must also be finished.
| Training Program | Duration | When It Must Be Completed |
|---|---|---|
| ICITSS — Orientation Course | 1 week | Before articleship begins |
| ICITSS — IT Training | 1 week | Before articleship begins |
| Advanced ICITSS — MCS Course | 2 weeks | After 18 months of articleship and before the CA Final exam |
| Advanced ICITSS — Advanced IT Training | 2 weeks | After 18 months of articleship and before the CA Final exam |
Log in to the ICAI SSP portal to check your articleship days and training completion status. Your principal CA must submit Form 108 (articleship completion) online — make sure they do this promptly so your membership application is not delayed.
How to Apply for ICAI Membership
Apply for Associate Membership (ACA) through ICAI’s SSP portal at ssp.icai.org once you have passed CA Final and completed all mandatory training. The SSP portal is the only official channel for membership applications.
- Visit ssp.icai.org and log in using your ICAI student registration number and password.
- Navigate to Membership ? Apply for Membership ? Associate (ACA).
- Fill in your personal details, examination particulars and articleship information.
- Upload all required documents (see the table below).
- Pay the membership fee of Rs. 1,000 using the online payment gateway.
- Submit your application and save the acknowledgement number for future reference.
- ICAI verifies the application and issues your Membership Number within a few weeks.
| Document | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recent passport-size photograph | Formal attire, white background |
| Specimen signature | On plain white paper, scanned |
| Form 108 (filed by principal CA) | Articleship completion certificate submitted online by your principal |
| CA Final marksheets | Group 1 and Group 2 pass marksheets from May 2026 |
| ICITSS completion certificates | Orientation and IT training certificates |
| Advanced ICITSS certificates | MCS and Advanced IT training certificates |
| Identity proof | Aadhaar, PAN card or passport |
Once your membership number is issued, you may use the ACA designation professionally. Do not use the CA title before receiving your official ICAI membership number — doing so is a violation of ICAI regulations.
If You Did Not Pass: Re-attempt Steps for November 2026
Students who could not clear CA Final May 2026 can register for the CA Final November 2026 examination. ICAI holds the CA Final exam twice a year — in May and in November. Here is your action plan after the May 2026 result.
| Step | Action | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Review your May 2026 marksheet and exemption status | Immediately after June 27, 2026 |
| 2 | Apply for verification of marks (if needed) | Within 30 days of result declaration |
| 3 | Register for CA Final November 2026 | Expected August–September 2026 (exact dates announced by ICAI) |
| 4 | Pay November 2026 exam fees | During the registration window |
| 5 | Download admit card | Two to three weeks before the November 2026 exam |
Monitor icaiexam.icai.org regularly for updates on the November 2026 registration window. Register as soon as the window opens — last-minute technical issues are common during peak registration periods and can cost you your preferred exam centre.
CA Final Exemptions Explained
ICAI grants paper-level exemptions to students who score 60 marks or more in any individual paper, even if they fail the group as a whole. These exemptions reduce the number of papers you need to clear in the next attempt.
| Scenario | What Happens Next |
|---|---|
| Scored 60+ in a paper but failed the group | Exemption in that paper is valid for the next 3 attempts |
| Passed Group 1, failed Group 2 | Appear in Group 2 only for subsequent attempts |
| Passed Group 2, failed Group 1 | Appear in Group 1 only for subsequent attempts |
| Failed both groups | Appear in both groups; individual paper exemptions still apply where scored 60+ |
Exemption rules are governed by ICAI regulations and may be updated. Check your result carefully on icaiexam.icai.org and confirm which papers carry an exemption before registering for November 2026. If you believe any paper was incorrectly assessed, apply for a verification of marks within the deadline notified by ICAI.
CA Final May 2026 Result FAQs
Ques. When will the CA Final May 2026 result be declared?
Ans. The CA Final May 2026 result is expected to be declared on June 27, 2026. You can check your result on the official ICAI portal at icaiexam.icai.org using your roll number and registration number.
Ques. What should I do first after passing CA Final May 2026?
Ans. Confirm your articleship completion status (minimum 1,095 days) and finish any pending Advanced ICITSS training. Once both are done, apply for Associate Membership (ACA) through the SSP portal at ssp.icai.org.
Ques. How long does ICAI take to process the membership application?
Ans. ICAI generally processes membership applications within a few weeks of receiving a complete set of documents. Processing time may be slightly longer immediately after a result date due to a high volume of applications.
Ques. Can I use the CA or ACA title before receiving my membership number?
Ans. No. You may use the ACA or CA designation only after ICAI officially issues your membership number. Using it before that is a violation of ICAI regulations and can attract disciplinary action.
Ques. What exemptions carry forward to the CA Final November 2026 re-attempt?
Ans. If you scored 60 or more marks in any individual paper in May 2026, that exemption carries forward for up to 3 subsequent attempts. If you passed one group but not the other, you need to appear only in the remaining group going forward.
Ques. When will CA Final November 2026 registration open?
Ans. ICAI typically opens registration for the November CA Final exam in August or September. Check icaiexam.icai.org regularly for official announcements on the November 2026 registration dates and applicable fees.
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