CA Course
Shaping Careers, Building Futures
CA (Pakistan)
- CA Entry Routes
- CAF to CFAP Route
- Admission at RAET
- Exemptions
- Revised CA Syllabus
- Exam Structure & Progression
- Exam Rules
- AFC/CAF/CFAP/CMS Details
- ICAP Registration Fees
- Paper-wise Exam Fees
- RAET Tuition Costs
- Training Contract
- Articleship Duration
- ICAP Membership Criteria
- CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
CA Admission & Pathways
CA Entry Routes
Students can begin CA after:
Intermediate / A-Levels (minimum 50%)
Bachelor’s degree (for exemptions in AFC/CAF)
Relevant professional qualifications (like ACCA or ICMA)
CAF to CFAP Route
CA Pakistan has a progressive structure:
AFC (Assessment of Fundamental Competencies)
CAF (Certificate in Accounting and Finance)
CFAP (Certified Finance and Accounting Professional)
MSA (Multi-Subject Assessment)
Admission at RAET (Registered Accounting Education Tutor)
Authorized tuition centers by ICAP offering guided preparation for CA exams with qualified faculty and structured sessions.
Exemptions
Holders of degrees like B.Com, ACCA, or ICMA may claim exemptions in AFC/CAF papers after evaluation by ICAP.
Course & Examination Details
Revised CA Syllabus (As per ICAP 2024+)
1. AFC (4 Papers)
Functional English
Business Communication
Quantitative Methods
Introduction to IT
2. CAF (9 Papers)
Introduction to Accounting
Mercantile Law
Business Management & Behavioral Studies
Financial Accounting & Reporting I
Financial Accounting & Reporting II
Principles of Taxation
Cost & Management Accounting
Audit & Assurance
Financial Management
3. CFAP (6 Papers)
Financial Reporting
Audit, Assurance & Related Services
Business Management & Strategy
Business Finance Decisions
Tax Planning & Practices
Corporate Laws
4. MSA (2 Papers)
Multi Subject Assessment Paper I
Multi Subject Assessment Paper II
Exam Structure & Progression
All exams are written-based (descriptive)
AFC and CAF exams are conducted multiple times a year
CFAP and MSA exams are held twice yearly
Passing marks: Minimum 50% per paper
Exam Rules
Students must register and complete AFC before starting CAF
CAF must be cleared before attempting CFAP and MSA
Training period and practical work experience are essential alongside CFAP
Fees & Registration
ICAP Registration Fees (2025 Estimate)
Initial Registration: PKR 18,500
Student Subscription: PKR 4,000 annually
Examination Fee per Paper: PKR 3,500 – PKR 5,000 (varies by level)
Re-sit Fee & Exemption Fees: Additional
RAET Tuition Fees
AFC Level Coaching: PKR 35,000 – 45,000
CAF Level: PKR 50,000 – 80,000 (per subject/course)
CFAP & MSA Tuition: PKR 70,000 – 90,000 (per paper)
Registration with ICAP
Register online via ICT BUSINESS SCHOOLÂ and submit scanned documents (photo, CNIC, academic transcripts).
Academic & Practical Requirements
Training Contract / Articleship
To qualify as a Chartered Accountant in Pakistan, students must complete a 3.5-year articleship (training contract) with an ICAP-approved training organization.
Duration & Experience
Minimum 3.5 years full-time articleship
Includes performance reviews, practical assignments, audit engagements, and office training
ICAP Membership Criteria
Pass all exams (AFC to MSA)
Complete training contract
Clear viva/interview if applicable
Adhere to ICAP’s code of ethics
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
After becoming a member, you must complete 40 hours of CPD every year (including structured learning and seminars) to maintain active membership status.