CA Intermediate Pass Percentage (Latest): The Real Numbers
The CA Intermediate pass percentage is often the lowest of the three levels — a shock to students who cleared Foundation comfortably. It's not meant to discourage you; it tells you Inter is where depth and volume really start to matter. Here's the recent trend and how to beat it.
Pass percentages change every session; the figures below are from recent ICAI results and indicate the trend, not a fixed value.
CA Inter pass percentage — recent sessions
Across recent ICAI sessions, the CA Intermediate (both groups) pass percentage has generally been in roughly the 10% to 14% range, varying by session and group. Single-group pass rates are typically higher than both-group rates.
Why is the CA Inter pass percentage low?
- Six meaty papers across accounting, law, tax, cost, audit and FM/SM — a big jump from Foundation.
- Many students under-estimate the depth and spread themselves thin.
- Weak concepts stay hidden until the result, so revision stays unfocused.
How to be on the right side of it
Volume is the trap; focus is the escape. The students who clear know exactly which concepts are weak and repair those first. Concept-wise practice that pinpoints the concept behind every wrong answer is what makes that focus possible.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CA Inter pass percentage?
It varies each session but has recently been roughly 10–14% for both groups. Check the latest ICAI result for exact figures.
Why is CA Inter pass percentage lower than Foundation?
Inter has far more volume and depth across six papers, so shallow preparation that worked at Foundation no longer clears.
How do I improve my CA Inter chances?
Attack your weak concepts first with concept-wise practice, instead of revising everything equally and repeating mistakes.