The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has significantly reduced the fees for verification and certified copies of answer books for CA examinations. The revised fee structure will apply to Foundation, Intermediate, Final, and Post Qualification Course (PQC) exams, starting with the January 2026 examination results.
What Has Changed?
As per the decision taken by ICAI's Examination Committee, the cost burden on students seeking transparency in evaluation has been eased substantially.
- Verification of answer books fee has been reduced from Rs 100 per paper to Rs 50 per paper
- Certified copies of answer books fee has been slashed from Rs 500 per paper to Rs 100 per paper
This sharp reduction marks one of the most student-friendly steps taken by ICAI in recent years, especially for candidates who often apply for multiple papers after results.
Who Will Benefit?
The revised fees will be applicable to candidates of:
- CA Foundation
- CA Intermediate
- CA Final
- Post Qualification Courses (PQC)
Students intending to apply for verification or certified copies after the declaration of January 2026 CA exam results must pay only the revised fees while submitting their applications.
A Step Towards Greater Transparency
Over the years, students have repeatedly raised concerns about the high cost of obtaining certified copies of answer sheets. By bringing down the fee by up to 80%, ICAI has addressed a long-standing demand and reinforced its commitment to transparency and affordability in the examination process.
Official Confirmation
The announcement was issued on December 18, 2025, and signed by Anand Kumar Chaturvedi, Joint Secretary (Examinations), ICAI, confirming that the decision has been formally approved by the Examination Committee.
What Students Should Do
- Note the revised fee structure carefully
- Apply for verification or certified copies only after results
- Ensure payment of reduced fees while submitting the application
This move is expected to benefit thousands of CA aspirants across the country and may encourage more students to seek clarity in evaluation without financial stress.
Official copy of the notificaiton has been attached
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