28 August 2025
Yes, enrollment for the US CPA exam can be done directly through official channels without joining third-party institutes like Mile Education or VGL, meaning self-study is completely allowed and feasible for candidates. Registration for the CPA exam is managed by individual US State Boards of Accountancy via NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy), not through AICPA directly. Candidates from India must select one of the states eligible for international applicants (commonly Washington, Pennsylvania, Montana, Alaska, or Guam), complete credential evaluation, and apply as per the chosen state's process. The official test centers for the US CPA exam in India are operated by Prometric. In Gujarat, the available center is in Ahmedabad.
28 August 2025
No coaching institute is required for registration. Registration is managed by NASBA and the respective US State Boards. Ahmedabad hosts a CPA test center for Gujarat. Prepare using AICPA's content, other official materials, or third-party books if desired. Directly schedule exams via Prometric after receiving your Notice to Schedule (NTS) from NASBA. All processes (evaluation, registration, scheduling) can be completed independently, enabling full self-study for the CPA qualification.
27 September 2025
Enrollment for the US CPA exam can be done directly through official channels without joining third-party institutes, and self-study is fully allowed and feasible for candidates. Registration for the CPA exam is managed by individual US State Boards of Accountancy, primarily via NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy), NASBA and State Boards of Accountancy do not provide comprehensive study materials (hard copy or soft copy) as part of the CPA exam registration process.
27 September 2025
CPA exam registration is via NASBA or specific state boards, not AICPA.
Self-study is allowed; joining coaching classes or institutes is optional.
NASBA/AICPA provide only sample tests and informational guides, not complete study material or textbooks.
For detailed preparation, candidates typically buy study materials from private CPA review course providers.
To thoroughly prepare for the CPA exam, most candidates turn to third-party providers (like Becker, Wiley, and Surgent), who offer full study packages including hard copy and soft copy materials, practice questions, and simulated exams. Self-study is entirely feasible, and many candidates successfully pass the exam using third-party review systems purchased independently.