CA costs about 75,000 to 85,000 in ICAI fees for one attempt at each of its three levels, plus 2 years of training, but only 15 to 19 per cent passed each CA Foundation sitting in 2025-26; by the author’s estimate a newly qualified CA starts at about 12.5 to 12.9 lakh. A B.Com (Hons) takes 3 or 4 years through CUET-UG, and most CA students take a B.Com alongside. CA suits students ready for several years of hard exams for a high-value qualification; a B.Com suits those who want a degree on a fixed timeline, with or without CA.
Degree
Chartered Accountancy
Three levels, with 2 years of training
Commerce
B.Com (Hons), 3 or 4 years
Entrance
Chartered Accountancy
CA Foundation, Intermediate, Final
Commerce
CUET-UG
Total cost
Chartered Accountancy
About 75,000 to 85,000 in ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) registration and exam fees for one attempt at each level, plus any coaching
About 75,000 to 85,000 in ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) registration and exam fees for one attempt at each level, plus any coaching