Your palms sweat as you click the refresh button for the tenth time. Over 51,000 CA Final students across India face this heart-stopping moment today. The results are out – and the numbers reveal a harsh truth about India’s most feared professional exam.
The Numbers That Made Aspiring CAs Gasp
ICAI just dropped bombshell statistics for the September 2025 CA Final exams:
| Exam Group | Candidates Appeared | Passed | Pass Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | 51,955 | 12,811 | 24.66% |
| Group II | 32,273 | 8,151 | 25.26% |
| Both Groups | 16,800 | 2,727 | 16.23% |
These numbers mean only 11,466 students will add “CA” to their names today. For comparison, the May 2025 session saw an even lower 9.4% pass rate – making this year’s exams slightly less punishing.
Meet The Student Who Scored Perfection
Among the sea of stressed candidates, Mukund Agiwal from Dhamnod, Madhya Pradesh achieved the impossible – 100% marks in CA Final. This rare feat places him at the pinnacle of India’s accounting elite.
The top 3 CA Final warriors:
- Mukund Agiwal (100%) – The Perfect Scorer
- Tejas Mundada – Second Rank
- Bakul Gupta – Third Rank
How Other Exams Compared
The pain wasn’t limited to Final year students. Foundation and Intermediate results show similar struggles:
| Exam Level | Appeared | Passed | Pass % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | 98,827 | 14,609 | 14.78% |
| Inter Group I | 93,074 | 8,780 | 9.43% |
| Inter Group II | 69,768 | 18,938 | 27.14% |
Gender-wise performance showed male candidates slightly ahead in Foundation exams (15.74% vs 13.76% for females), though ICAI hasn’t released gender data for Final results.
Passing Requirements That Make Students Sweat
To survive the CA gauntlet, candidates must:
- Score minimum 40% in every paper
- Maintain 50% average across all papers
- Score above 70% for “Pass with Distinction”
How To Check Your CA Fate
If you’re among the 2.5 lakh students who appeared, follow these steps:
- Visit ICAI’s official portal
- Click your exam level (Foundation/Inter/Final)
- Enter roll number and captcha code
- Download and print your scorecard immediately
Pro tip: Websites crash during result rush. Keep trying if you get error messages – your future is worth the refresh struggle!
What Successful Candidates Do Differently
Analysis of toppers reveals 3 common traits:
- Solved 5+ years of past papers
- Joined study groups for doubt clearance
- Practiced writing answers under timed conditions
As ICAI President noted: “Our exams test both knowledge and stamina. Consistent daily study beats last-minute cramming every time.”
When Results Turn Sour: The Re-Exam Option
For the 75% who didn’t make it this time, ICAI offers verification services. For ₹500 per paper, you can request:
- Marksheet verification
- Photocopy of answer sheets
- Personal inspection of evaluated copies
Applications open until November 30, 2025 – but statistically, only 0.7% of rechecks change results significantly.
The real battle begins now for May 2026 aspirants. With pass percentages fluctuating between 9-25%, the CA journey remains India’s ultimate test of accounting grit. Will you be in next year’s success statistics?
