Rajan Kabra tops CA Final with All India Rank 1; ICAI releases pass percentages for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final exams.
New Delhi: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially declared the CA May 2025 exam results for the Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels. Along with the results, ICAI also announced the list of top rank holders in each category. Notably, Rajan Kabra secured All India Rank 1 (AIR 1) in the CA Final exam, earning nationwide recognition for his exceptional aggregate score.
ICAI CA May 2025 Final Results: Pass Percentage Overview
The CA course is known for its rigorous standards, and this year's May 2025 exam results reaffirm that reputation with moderate pass percentages across levels:
- Group 1 Pass Percentage: 22.38%
- Group 2 Pass Percentage: 26.43%
- Both Groups Cleared Together: 18.75%
Fewer than one in five candidates managed to clear both groups in a single attempt, underscoring the exam's challenging nature.
CA Intermediate May 2025 Results
- Group 1 Pass Rate: 14.67%
- Group 2 Pass Rate: 21.51%
- Both Groups Together: 13.22%
These figures reveal a consistent trend of Group 2 performing slightly better than Group 1 among Intermediate candidates.
CA Foundation May 2025 Results: Pass Rate and Gender-Wise Performance
- Overall Pass Percentage: 15.09%
- Male Candidates: 16.26%
- Female Candidates: 13.80%
These results highlight the highly competitive nature of the CA Foundation exam, with a slight edge for male candidates this cycle.
ICAI Official Result Websites and Timings
Candidates can check their ICAI CA results on the following official websites:
Result Availability Times:
- CA Final & Intermediate results were expected around 2 PM
- CA Foundation results around 5 PM
However, ICAI announced the results earlier than the scheduled time.
How to Check ICAI CA May 2025 Results Online
Follow these simple steps to download your CA exam results:
- Visit the official ICAI exam portal: icaiexam.icai.org
- Click on the ‘Results’ tab on the homepage.
- Select the relevant exam (Foundation, Intermediate, or Final).
- Enter your registration number, date of birth, and captcha code.
- View your result on the screen.
- Download and save the result for future reference.
Important: Keep your registration number or roll number handy before accessing the site.
ICAI Scorecard Download Instructions
Students can also access and download their detailed scorecards from:
Just log in with your credentials to retrieve your marks memo.
Minimum Passing Marks for CA Exams
To qualify in the CA Foundation or Final exams:
- Candidates must score at least 40 marks in each subject.
- A minimum aggregate of 50% across all papers is required to pass.
Distinction Criteria: ICAI awards a "Pass with Distinction" mention to candidates securing 70% or above in aggregate in a single sitting.
CA Foundation May 2025 Exam Dates
The CA Foundation exam for May 2025 was conducted on:
- May 15, 17, 19, and 21, 2025
The admit cards were released earlier on April 25, 2025.
January 2025 CA Foundation Results Recap
For context, the January 2025 Foundation exam was held on January 12, 16, 18, and 20, 2025. Results were declared on March 4, 2025:
- Total Candidates: 1,10,887
- Number Passed: 23,861
- Overall Pass Percentage: 21.52%
