ACCA Course - Duration, Eligibility and Exemptions

Category: Global Pathways > ACCA

Level: Intermediate

Duration: 4 Years

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ACCA stands for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. It is a UK based accounting body, founded in 1904. It is one of the most widely accepted accounting qualification with over 250,000 members and 600,000 students in 180 countries. ACCA is headquartered in London, and works through a network of over 100 offices and centers in 52 countries with more than 7,000 Approved Employers worldwide.

Course Overview Videos

ACCA Knowledge & Skill Level Course Overview
ACCA Professional Level Course Overview

Why ACCA?

One paper Flexibility
Quarterly Exams
Global Recognition
High Average Pass Rates
Jobs in Big 4s & MNCs
Competitive Salary Range
Strong Alumni Network

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ACCA Approved Learning Partner
100% Placement Assistance
ACCA Qualified & Industry Expert Faculties
Live Classroom/Online Sessions
In-house Learning Platform
Discount of ACCA body fees
Competitive pass rates with global benchmarks

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Overview

The ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a globally recognised professional accounting qualification offered by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, a UK-based international body with presence in over 180+ countries. ACCA is designed to develop expertise in accounting, finance, auditing, taxation, financial reporting (IFRS), risk management, and strategic business leadership.

This course includes:

Live Interactive Sessions
Question Banks and Full Length Mocks
Doubt Solving Sessions from Experts
90+ hours of recorded lectures
Access to the Learning Management System

What You'll Learn

In-Depth IFRS & Financial Reporting
Performance Management & Costing Techniques
Audit & Assurance with Practical Approach
Corporate Finance & Financial Management
Strategic Business Leadership Preparation
Comprehensive Study Material & Mock Exams

Who Should Enroll?

Students After Class 12
Commerce & Finance Graduates (B.Com, BBA, BMS, MBA Finance)
CA / CMA Students & Qualified Professionals
Working Professionals in Accounts, Audit & Finance
Aspirants Planning an International Career
Professionals Targeting Big 4 & Multinational Companies

Complete ACCA Syllabus Coverage
Concept-Based & IFRS-Focused Teaching
Expert Faculty with Industry Insight
Rigorous Mock Test Series
Strategic Revision & Exam Techniques
Personalised Mentorship & Doubt Solving

Course Syllabus

Comprehensive curriculum designed for your success

Knowledge Level (6 months)

Eligibility & Exemptions

Eligibility criteria - Eligibility requires a minimum 50% score in Class 12 commerce, with at least 65% in Accounting /Mathematics and English.

Routes	Requirements
FIA Route	For students who passed Class 10 or 12 but don’t meet ACCA's minimum marks. No exemptions. Ideal for building a strong foundation.
ACCA Route	65% in English and math/accounts + 50% in other subjects. No exemptions offered.

Exemptions

Degree	No. of Exemptions	Papers Exempted	Approx. Course Duration
Business Degrees completed (BBA in Accounts and Finance, MBA & BBM)	3	BT, MA, FA	2.5 Years
BMS / BBA completed	1	BT	3 Years

Registration & Fee

Particulars	Remarks	GBP	INR (₹)
Registration	For selected State/Central university students	20	~ 2,600
Registration	Others	30	~ 3,800
Exemption fees through JKSC	For selected State/Central university students	-
Exemption fees through JKSC	Others	15	~1,800
Paper
Knowledge level (3 papers)	Set by CBE centre -	-	~12,000
Knowledge level (3 papers)	Approx. per paper	-	~12,000
EPSM module	EPSM module	81	~9,700
Annual Subscription	GBP 137 per annum	137	~16,400
	For selected State/Central	1st year fees waived	1st year fees waived
	university students	1st year fees waived	1st year fees waived
	Others	50% fees waived for the 1st year	50% fees waived for the 1st year

Exam
Aspect
Detail
Mode
Remote and Centre Based
Frequency
On Demand
Structure
Fundamentals Level: Applied Knowledge (3 papers)
Passing Marks
Minimum 50% per paper
Level
Paper Code
Paper Name
Applied Knowledge
BT
Business and Technology
MA
Management Accounting
FA
Financial Accounting

Structure

	Knowledge
Exam Format	Objective (MCQs)
Descriptive Papers	0%
Objective Papers	All
Negative Marking	No
Duration	2 hours each exam
Number of Papers	3
Marks	100
Passing Marks	50%
Timing	Anytime during the year
Exam Centers	CB centers across India
Eligibility	Pass 12th in commerce with Min. 50% marks

Skill Level

Eligibility and Exemptions

Routes	Requirements
ACCA Route	Minimum Eligibility criteria for University students + Complete Knowledge Level Papers

Exemptions

Degree	No. of Exemptions	Papers Exempted	Approx. Course Duration
Commerce Degrees (B.Com, BAF, BFM)	5	BT, MA, FA, LW, TX (conditional exemption on submission of 1st Semester marksheet/ Bonafide Certificate from select universities and final exemption for graduates)	2 Years
Cleared IPCC Without Graduation till 31st Dec 2023	5	BT, MA, FA, TX, AA	2 Years
CA Inter without graduation From 1st Jan 2024	5	MA, FA, TX, LW, AA	2 Years
IPCC Cleared + Graduation	6	BT, MA, FA, LW, TX, AA	2 Years
Qualified CA (ICAI)	9	BT, MA, FA, LW, PM, TX, FR, AA, FM	1 Years
Qualified US CPA	8	BT, MA, FA, LW, PM, TX, AA, FM	1 Years
Qualified CMA (INDIA) with 5 years of experience (Fellow)	9	BT, MA, FA, LW, PM, TX, FR, AA, FM (AA and PM not exempted for Affiliates)	1 Years

Registration and Fees

Particulars	Remarks	GBP	INR (₹)
Registration	For selected State/Central university students	20	~ 2,600
Registration	Others	30	~ 3,600
Exemption fees through JKSC	For selected State/Central university students	-
Exemption fees through JKSC	Others	15	~1,800
Paper
Skills Level (6 papers)	GBP 147 per paper	147	~17,500
EPSM module	EPSM module	81	~9,700
Annual Subscription	GBP 137 per annum	137	~16,400
	For selected State/Central	1st year fees waived	1st year fees waived
	University students	1st year fees waived	1st year fees waived
	Others	50% fees waived for the 1st year	50% fees waived for the 1st year

Exam

Aspect	Detail
Mode	Remote and Centre Based
Frequency	Held four times a year – March, June, September, and December. Corporate and Business Law is an on demand paper
Structure	Fundamentals Level: Applied Skill (6 papers)
Passing Marks	Minimum 50% per paper

Level	Paper Code	Paper Name
Applied Skills	LW	Corporate and Business Law
	PM	Performance Management
	TX	Taxation
	FR	Financial Reporting
	AA	Audit and Assurance
	FM	Financial Management

Structure

	Skill
Exam Format	Descriptive + Objective (MCQs)
Descriptive Papers	40% are Descriptive
Objective Papers	60% are MCQs or case study based MCQs Except LW (100% objective) and AA (30% objective)
Negative Marking	No
Duration	3 hours each exam (except LW for 2 hours)
Number of Papers	6
Marks	100
Passing Marks	50%
Timing	Quarterly (Mar, Jun, Sept and Dec); except LW (anytime during the year)
Exam Centers	ACCA approved centers
Eligibility	Pass Knowledge Level

Professional Level

Eligibility and Exemptions
Routes
Requirements
ACCA Route
Must complete Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills levels
*No exemptions are provided in Strategic Professional Level.

Registration and Fees

Particulars	Remarks	GBP	INR (₹)
Registration	For selected State/Central university students	20	~ 2,600
Registration	Others	30	~ 3,600
Exemption fees through JKSC	For selected State/Central university students	-
Exemption fees through JKSC	Others	15	~1,800
Paper
Professional (4 papers)
SBL paper	GBP 260 for SBL paper	260	~31,200
Other papers	GBP 185 per paper	185	~22,000
EPSM module	EPSM module	81	~9,700
Annual Subscription	GBP 137 per annum	137	~16,400
	For selected State/Central	1st year fees waived	1st year fees waived
	university students	1st year fees waived	1st year fees waived
	Others	50% fees waived for the 1st year	50% fees waived for the 1st year

Exam

Aspect	Detail
Mode	Remote and Centre Based
Frequency	Held four times a year – March, June, September, and December
Structure	Strategic Professional Level
Passing Marks	Minimum 50% per paper

Level	Paper Code	Paper Name
Strategic Professional (Compulsory Papers)	SBL	Strategic Business Leader
Strategic Professional (Compulsory Papers)	SBR	Strategic Business Reporting
Optional Papers (Choose any 2 out of 4 papers.)	AFM	Advanced Financial Management
	APM	Advanced Performance Management
	ATX	Advanced Taxation
	AAA	Advanced Audit and Assurance

Structure

	Professional
Exam Format	Descriptive
Descriptive Papers	100% Descriptive Papers
Objective Papers	None
Negative Marking	No
Duration	3 hour 15 mins each exam
Number of Papers	4
Marks	100
Passing Marks	50%
Timing	Quarterly (Mar, June, Sept and Dec)
Exam Centers	ACCA approved centers
Eligibility	Pass Skills Level

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about this course

ACCA

ACCA Course & Coaching

Q: Is work experience required for ACCA qualification?

A: Yes, in addition to passing the exams, becoming an ACCA member requires you to complete 36 months of relevant work experience.

Q: How difficult is ACCA?

A: Here's the good news: no, the ACCA exam is not very difficult. In fact, it is easier to clear the ACCA when compared to other professional finance and accountancy courses like the CA and CFA. It is, of course, tougher than the school and undergraduate tests with which most students are familiar

Q: What is the salary of ACCA ?

A: The average salary of an ACCA professional in Bangalore ranges from ₹3-10 lakhs per year for entry-level positions, and can go up to ₹20-30 lakhs per year for mid-level positions with experience. However, salaries can vary based on the organization and individual's expertise.

Q: What is an ACCA qualification?

A: The ACCA Qualification is the world leading accountancy qualification for aspiring financial professionals - providing students with the skills, knowledge and values to have successful careers and lead the organisations they work with into the future.

Q: How Long is the ACCA Coaching Classes Per Subject?

A: Generally is 70 to 90 Hrs of Coaching Classes and followed by Mock Exams

Q: What is the total number of levels in the ACCA course?

A: The ACCA course consists of a total of 13 papers divided into four levels: Knowledge, Skills, Essentials, and Options. Each level tests different aspects of accounting and finance knowledge, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the field.

Q: What is the Eligibility Criteria to appear for ACCA ?

A: To appear for the ACCA course examination a candidate should have Qualified the 10+2 exams An aggregate of 65% in Mathematics/Accounts and English and a minimum of 50% in other subjects

Q: What is the Average Duration of ACCA Course ?

A: The ACCA course take anywhere around 2 to 2.5 years to clear all papers.

Q: What's ACCA Passing Criteria and Pattern of Exam ? & When Can the Exam can Attempted ?

A: Minimum of 50 percent marks in each paper. BT, MA, FA, and LW are MCQ’s and computer based exams (‘CBE’) and can be taken at any time during the year and remaining 9 papers are paper based exams All paper based exams for papers PM, TX, FR, AA, FM and SBR to AAA are conducted 4 times a year in the months of March, June, September and December

Q: Who Should do ACCA ?

A: ACCA is ideal for commerce students, graduates, and finance professionals who want a global career in accounting, audit, taxation, and finance with opportunities in Big 4 firms and multinational companies.

Q: Why to do ACCA?

A: ACCA, or the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, opens up a world of opportunities in the field of accounting and finance. With a global recognition and demand for skilled professionals, ACCA offers individuals a chance to enhance their career prospects and earning potential. Whether you are a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career or an experienced professional aiming for higher positions, ACCA equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic world of finance.

Q: What Does a ACCA do ?

A: An ACCA professional is equipped to handle various roles in the field of accounting and finance. They can work as auditors, financial analysts, tax consultants, management accountants, or even hold leadership positions such as CFOs or financial controllers in organizations. With their in-depth knowledge of financial management, reporting, and analysis, ACCA professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and compliance of businesses.

Q: What is the ACCA Course?

A: The ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) course is a leading international accountancy qualification, offering comprehensive training in financial management, accounting, auditing, and taxation, designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to excel in various finance-related careers globally.

Student Reviews

Khushi Patel - 4/5 (21/01/2026)

“The structured study material and regular mock tests helped me stay consistent. The teaching methodology is practical and exam-oriented.”

ACCA Finalist

Rohan Mehta - 5/5 (21/01/2026)

“J.K. Shah Classes made complex ACCA concepts very easy to understand. The faculty support and exam-focused preparation helped me clear multiple papers confidently.”

ACCA Affiliate

Aarav Shah - 5/5 (05/02/2026)

“The faculty explains concepts from basics, which helped me build a strong foundation. Doubt-solving sessions were extremely useful.”

ACCA Applied Skills Level

Priya Desai - 5/5 (05/02/2026)

“J.K. Shah Classes provided excellent revision sessions and exam strategies. The continuous mentoring kept me motivated throughout the course.”

ACCA Top Scorer (Internal Ranker)

Devansh Trivedi - 5/5 (05/02/2026)

“The case-study based teaching approach and real-world examples helped me understand practical finance concepts effectively.”

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