How To Get Air In CA Inter Exam

CA Intermediate Exam is the second-level exam for Chartered Accountancy. The Intermediate exam is tougher and the syllabus is even more extensive. It consists of two groups of 4 subjects each. Each subject test is for 100 marks. You have to pass at least 1 group to register for Article Training but you have to pass both groups before appearing for your CA Final Exam.

A candidate who fulfills all the following criteria is issued a rank certificate indicating the rank secured by him in CA Intermediate Course:

  • One Sitting: He/She should have passed the examination in one sitting
  • No Exemption: He should not have availed of any exemption in any paper
  • Min 55% marks: He should have secured a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate

Rank certificates are issued up to 50% of the rank on an All-India Basis. Rank certificates will be dispatched to the concerned Regional Offices for further distribution to the candidates. Now that you have understood the criteria for attaining a good rank, it is now time to unveil the secrets that lead you to attain a single-digit AIR in CA Intermediate Exam!

Decide a Smart Revision Plan: Since the syllabus of the CA Inter Exam is so wide it is better if you just make a study planner. CA Exam Test Series offers you a Study Planner for the preparation of your CA Foundation, CA Intermediate, and CA Final Exams. The Study Planner is given to you in 3 phases. The first is of 60 days, the second 30 days, and the final 1.5 days.

Value Each Subject: The simplest formula for achieving a single AIR in the CA Intermediate exam is to value each subject and concentrate on all of them with equal dedication. This will definitely give you an edge over others!

Devote Enough Time to Study: A good rank comes with a good solid effort. An impeccable score is the result of hard work and regular studies that you put in for preparation for this exam. Therefore, the first secret to achieving a single-digit AIR in the CA Intermediate exam is to devote at least 10 to 12 hours to study on a regular basis. Study confidently, regularly, and in a relaxed yet sincere manner.

Group 1:

  • Accounting: Thoroughly solve ICAI Material at least twice.
  • Corporate & Other Laws: Understand the provisions thoroughly, and make flowcharts, if possible, for some topics.
  • Cost & Management Accounting
  • Taxation: Practice Computation of Income and Tax Liability questions without fail as it is a compulsory question in the exam.

Group 2:

  • Advanced Accounting: Go through all the illustrations and practice problems. There's definitely a chance of getting the same questions in the exam with the numbers changed.
  • Auditing & Assurance: Thoroughly read the material and try to remember the keywords like “Sufficient and Appropriate Audit evidence”. Presentation is the key to this subject.
  • Enterprise Information System & Strategic Management: Stick to the Material. It is logical and easy to understand.
  • Financial Management & Economics for Finance: Give a minimum of 3–4 readings from the beginning and not during the last 3 months to remember the concepts because there is a lot of content to remember

Scoring a single-digit AIR in the CA Intermediate exam is not a ‘mission impossible’! But of course, it is a mission for candidates who want to stay on top of this exam. Therefore, set your goals, aim high, and follow all the above tips and no one can stop you from reaching the heights of success! Good luck!



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