A Complete Guide to Filing your CA Inter Registration Form

Ritik Chopra | Last updated: 13 July 2023

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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the online CA Intermediate registration process. It details the two entry routes, required documents for both Indian and foreign students, and the associated fees for registering for one or both groups. The article also outlines the step-by-step procedure for completing the online application on the ICAI website, including document uploads, payment, and final submission.

Enrolling for the CA Intermediate level course has become an easy task since ICAI has made all the registration process online. If a candidate not qualify for the exam within four years then they will have to renew their registration. The two routes to becoming eligible for the CA Intermediate exam are as follows:

Route 1- By clearing CA foundation or CPT exam

Route 2- Through the direct entry

Documents Required for ICAI CA Intermediate Registration

An attested copy of the 12^th class Marksheet or its equivalent Central Govt. recognized examination pass Mark statement.
For the direct entry scheme students - an attested copy of the Graduation / Post Graduation Marksheet or Mark statement of Intermediate level Examination of ICSI or ICWAI
A latest coloured photograph on the hard copy of the CA Intermediate registration form.
If a student is a foreigner, an attested copy of the proof of Nationality
For SC/ST/OBC or Differently abled an attested copy of the proof of special category certificate.

Registration Fee for CA Intermediate level course

Details of Fees	Both Groups (Rs)	Single Group (Rs)
Registration Fee	15000	11000
Student's Activity Fee	2000	2000*
Registration Fee as article assistant	1000
Total Fees	18000	13000

Steps to register for the CA Foundation course online

Step 1- Visit https://www.icai.org/ and go to Service Portal Link on the top right corner of the screen and login. For new users create your account at E-services > Student services.

Step 2- In the next window Click on 'Click Here to access the Student SSP Portal.' And then select student cycle.

Step 3- Now click on 'Intermediate through PE1/CPT/Foundation' or 'Direct Entry' depending upon your route. CA students who have not cleared CA Foundation but have passed graduation or CS Executive or CMA Executive are eligible for direct entry route and should click Intermediate 'Direct Entry' for Existing Students.

Step 4- Pre filled details will be shown on the screen. After checking the details click on Save and Next option. After this you will be required to enter your details of Qualification. It is mandatory to attach the Self Attested Document and provide Class X & XII Details.

Step 5- Upload the documents, fill the other details and click on save and next button.

Step 6- Next step is to upload your Photo/ Signature. Students can verify the Photo/Signature or any other documents uploaded by clicking on Click here to upload. Only scanned copies in jpg/jpeg format are allowed.

Step 7- After that Generate OTP. Your verification link will be sent to your concerned Email ID. Complete your login and validation process and submit.

Step 8- In the last step of CA Intermediate Registration, you will be redirected to the payment page of ICAI. Choose the payment modes from the available list to pay the fees and complete the process. The submitted application will be verified by ICAI And thereafter authorized accordingly.

After the successful filling of the registration form and the successful payment, the system will generate a form. Students will be required to save it and take its print out and within 7 days submit the form to the concerned regional office after duly signed by the candidate along with the relevant documents.

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FAQ :

The two routes are: Route 1 - By clearing the CA Foundation or CPT exam, and Route 2 - Through the direct entry scheme.

Required documents include an attested copy of the 12th class Marksheet, a recent coloured photograph, and for direct entry students, an attested copy of Graduation/Post Graduation Marksheet or Intermediate level Examination Marksheet of ICSI or ICWAI. Foreign students need proof of nationality, and SC/ST/OBC or differently-abled students require a proof of special category certificate.

The total fees for registering for both groups are Rs. 18,000, which includes Rs. 15,000 for registration, Rs. 2,000 for Student's Activity Fee, and Rs. 1,000 for registration as an article assistant. For a single group, the total fee is Rs. 13,000.

You need to visit the ICAI website (icai.org), log in to the Service Portal, and then access the Student SSP Portal. From there, select the appropriate cycle ('Intermediate through PE1/CPT/Foundation' or 'Direct Entry') to begin.

After submitting the form and making the payment, ICAI will verify the application. Once verified and authorised, a form will be generated, which you should save, print, and submit to the concerned regional office within 7 days, along with relevant documents and your signature.