For CA Foundation May 2026, an estimated 2.8 to 3 lakh students registered and approximately 2.3 to 2.5 lakh are expected to have appeared — official registered, appeared, and qualified statistics will be released by ICAI with the result on June 29, 2026, at icaiexam.icai.org.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) conducts CA Foundation twice a year, in May and November. The May 2026 session was held across four papers covering Accounting, Business Laws, Quantitative Aptitude, and Business Economics. Historically, May sessions attract slightly higher registrations and record marginally better pass percentages than November sessions. Once the result is declared, ICAI publishes a detailed statistical report covering total registered, total appeared, total passed, and overall pass percentage broken down by paper.
- Result date: June 29, 2026 at icaiexam.icai.org
- Estimated registrations (May 2026): 2.8 to 3 lakh students, based on 2023–24 trends
- Historical appearance rate: 80% to 88% of registered students
- Historical pass percentage (May sessions): 19% to 23%
- To qualify, students need minimum 40 marks in each paper and at least 200 marks in aggregate (out of 400)
- Exam total marks: 400 (four papers of 100 marks each)
| Direct Link: CA Foundation May 2026 Result (Expected June 29, 2026) — icaiexam.icai.org |
CA Foundation May 2026 Registration and Appearance Statistics
ICAI releases the official student statistics alongside the result declaration. The table below presents estimated figures for May 2026 alongside the most recent confirmed session (November 2024). Official May 2026 data will be published by ICAI on June 29, 2026.
| Statistic | May 2026 (Estimated) | Nov 2024 (Approx. Official) |
|---|---|---|
| Students Registered | 2,80,000 – 3,00,000 | ~2,69,000 |
| Students Appeared | 2,30,000 – 2,55,000 | ~2,28,000 |
| Students Qualified (Passed) | To be declared on June 29, 2026 | ~40,000 – 43,000 |
| Overall Pass Percentage | Expected 17% – 23% | ~18% |
| Appearance Rate | ~82% – 88% | ~85% |
May 2026 figures are estimates based on previous-year trends. Official statistics will be published by ICAI with the result on June 29, 2026.
Year-wise CA Foundation Historical Statistics
The table below shows approximate registered, appeared, and qualified figures from recent CA Foundation sessions. May sessions consistently record higher registrations than November sessions, and the gap between registered and appeared students typically ranges from 12% to 18%.
| Exam Session | Registered (Approx.) | Appeared (Approx.) | Passed (Approx.) | Pass % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | ~2,84,000 | ~2,47,000 | ~53,000 | ~21.5% |
| Nov 2023 | ~2,54,000 | ~2,18,000 | ~40,500 | ~18.6% |
| May 2023 | ~2,71,000 | ~2,35,000 | ~48,000 | ~20.4% |
| Nov 2022 | ~2,48,000 | ~2,10,000 | ~37,000 | ~17.6% |
| May 2022 | ~2,62,000 | ~2,27,000 | ~52,000 | ~22.9% |
All figures are approximate based on ICAI published data. Verify precise numbers from the official ICAI result statistical report.
Paper-wise Pass Percentage Trends for CA Foundation
ICAI’s statistical report breaks pass percentages by paper. Historically, Paper 3 (Quantitative Aptitude) and Paper 1 (Accounting) record the lowest individual pass rates because of their calculation-heavy nature. A student who fails even one paper is not declared passed, regardless of aggregate score.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Typical Pass % Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Principles and Practice of Accounting | 100 | 50% – 65% |
| Paper 2 | Business Laws | 100 | 55% – 70% |
| Paper 3 | Quantitative Aptitude (Business Maths, LR and Statistics) | 100 | 45% – 62% |
| Paper 4 | Business Economics | 100 | 55% – 68% |
These ranges are based on trends from previous May sessions. Paper-wise statistics for May 2026 will be published by ICAI with the result on June 29, 2026.
CA Foundation May 2026 Qualifying Criteria
To be counted among qualified students in the CA Foundation May 2026 statistics, you must meet both the following conditions simultaneously:
- Minimum 40 marks (40%) in each individual paper out of 100
- Minimum 200 marks in aggregate (50%) out of 400 total marks
Scoring 200+ in aggregate but falling below 40 in any single paper means you are not declared passed. ICAI also grants paper exemptions to students who score 60 marks or more in a paper — they carry that exemption to the next attempt if they fail overall.
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Per-paper minimum | 40 marks out of 100 |
| Aggregate minimum | 200 marks out of 400 |
| Paper exemption threshold | 60 marks or more in a paper |
| Total marks (all 4 papers) | 400 |
How to Check CA Foundation May 2026 Result
The result and official statistics will be available on June 29, 2026 at icaiexam.icai.org. Follow these steps to access your result:
- Go to the official ICAI exam portal: icaiexam.icai.org
- Click on "Foundation Results" or the May 2026 result link on the homepage.
- Enter your Registration Number and PIN in the fields provided.
- Click Submit to view your scorecard.
- Save or take a screenshot of your result for future reference.
ICAI also sends result notifications via SMS and email to registered students. The official marksheet can be downloaded from the SSP (Self-Service Portal) at ssp.icai.org after the result is declared.
CA Foundation May 2026 Statistics FAQs
Ques. How many students registered for CA Foundation May 2026?
Ans. Based on trends from recent sessions, an estimated 2.8 to 3 lakh students are expected to have registered for CA Foundation May 2026. ICAI will release official registration figures on June 29, 2026, alongside the result declaration at icaiexam.icai.org.
Ques. What is the expected pass percentage for CA Foundation May 2026?
Ans. Based on previous May session trends, the expected pass percentage for CA Foundation May 2026 is between 17% and 23%. May sessions have historically recorded slightly higher pass percentages compared to November sessions. Official figures will be available after June 29, 2026.
Ques. When does ICAI release the official registered vs appeared vs qualified statistics?
Ans. ICAI releases the full statistical report — covering registered, appeared, and qualified students broken down by paper — simultaneously with the result declaration. For CA Foundation May 2026, this is expected on June 29, 2026, at icaiexam.icai.org.
Ques. How many marks are needed to qualify in CA Foundation May 2026?
Ans. You need a minimum of 40 marks in each of the four papers individually, plus a total aggregate of at least 200 marks out of 400. Scoring high in aggregate but failing any one paper means you will not be counted as qualified.
Ques. What percentage of registered students typically appear for CA Foundation?
Ans. Historically, around 80% to 88% of registered students appear for CA Foundation. In recent May sessions, the appearance rate has been approximately 85% to 87%, meaning around 12% to 15% of registered students do not appear on exam day.
Ques. Which paper has the lowest pass percentage in CA Foundation?
Ans. Paper 3 (Quantitative Aptitude) and Paper 1 (Accounting) typically record the lowest individual pass percentages in CA Foundation, ranging from 45% to 65% based on previous sessions. Paper-wise statistics for May 2026 will be published by ICAI with the result on June 29, 2026.
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