The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially released the CA Foundation Result for September 2026. Candidates who appeared in the Foundation examination held from 2 to 9 September 2026 can now access their scorecards and merit list entries online through the official result portal.
Overview
The CA Foundation examination is the first level of the chartered accountant qualification pathway. The September 2026 session comprised four papers conducted on scheduled dates in early September. The result, which was announced on 1 November 2026 and formally declared on 6 November 2026, is now available for all candidates to check online.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CA Foundation Paper 1 (Accounting) | 2 September 2026 |
| CA Foundation Paper 2 (Business Laws) | 5 September 2026 |
| CA Foundation Paper 3 (Quantitative Aptitude) | 7 September 2026 |
| CA Foundation Paper 4 (Business Economics) | 9 September 2026 |
| Result Announcement Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Result Declaration Date | 6 November 2026 |
Examination Structure
| Paper | Subject | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Accounting | 100 |
| Paper 2 | Business Laws | 100 |
| Paper 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 100 |
| Paper 4 | Business Economics | 100 |
| Total | Four Papers | 400 |
Passing Criteria
| Requirement | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| Each Paper (Paper 1, 2, 3, 4) | 40 out of 100 |
| Overall Aggregate | 200 out of 400 |
To qualify in the CA Foundation examination, candidates must secure at least 40% marks in each individual paper and an aggregate of 50% across all four papers. This means a minimum total of 200 marks out of 400 is required to pass the examination.
How to Check Your Result
- Go to the official ICAI Examination Results portal at caresults.icai.org
- Enter your ICAI Registration Number in the designated field
- Enter your September 2026 Examination Roll Number
- Provide any additional verification details if prompted by the result portal
- Click the submit button to view your complete scorecard and result status
- Download or save your result for your records
Result Format
The result is available in online scorecard format. Once you log in with your credentials, you will be able to view your subject-wise marks, total score, aggregate percentage, and whether you have qualified or not. The merit list has also been published for all appearing candidates.
Important Links
- Check CA Foundation Result Online – Official ICAI Result Portal
- ICAI Official Website – For official updates and announcements
Important Information for Candidates
Login Requirements: You will need your ICAI Registration Number and your September 2026 Examination Roll Number to access the result portal. Some additional verification details may be displayed on the portal for security purposes.
Result Statistics: Official statistics regarding the total number of candidates appeared, passed, and the overall pass percentage are available on the ICAI official website. Candidates are encouraged to check the official ICAI portal for comprehensive examination statistics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the CA Foundation September 2026 result declared?
A: The result was announced on 1 November 2026 and officially declared on 6 November 2026. The merit list and scorecard entries have been published on the official result portal.
Q: What are the minimum passing marks?
A: You need to score at least 40 marks out of 100 in each paper and a minimum aggregate of 200 marks out of 400 to pass the examination.
Q: How many papers are in the CA Foundation examination?
A: The Foundation course includes 4 papers covering Accounting, Business Laws, Quantitative Aptitude, and Business Economics, each worth 100 marks.
Q: What credentials do I need to check my result?
A: You will need your ICAI Registration Number and your September 2026 Examination Roll Number to log in to the result portal.
Q: Where is the official result available?
A: The official result is available on the ICAI Examination Results website at caresults.icai.org.
Disclaimer: Candidates must verify all details, dates, and passing criteria on the official ICAI website before making any decisions based on this information.