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CPA Admission & Pathways
CPA Eligibility Criteria
To sit for the CPA exam, you must generally meet:
- 150 credit hours of education (typically a bachelor’s + additional coursework)
- Major in accounting or related field
- Major in accounting or related field
State Boards & Jurisdiction
Each U.S. state/jurisdiction has its own Board of Accountancy with unique eligibility and licensing rules. Candidates must choose their state based on their education and residency status.
CPA Review Providers
Most candidates use review courses such as Becker, Wiley, or Surgent CPA Review for preparation. These providers offer practice questions, simulations, and exam strategy.
International Candidates
Non-U.S. citizens (like Pakistani or Indian students) can also sit for the exam. They must evaluate their academic credentials via NASBA-approved services (e.g., NIES) and sit exams at international Prometric centers (like Dubai or India).
Course & Examination Details
CPA Evolution Syllabus (2024+) – Core + Discipline Model
The updated model includes 3 core sections + 1 discipline of choice:
The CPA exam consists of 3 core sections Auditing (AUD), Financial Accounting (FAR), and Regulation (REG)n plus 1 discipline of choice: Business Analysis (BAR), Information Systems (ISC), or Tax Planning (TCP). Each section is 4 hours long and includes MCQs and Task-Based Simulations (no essays). Testing is available year-round at Prometric centers, with scores released every two weeks. A passing score is 75/100 per section, and all four parts must be completed within 18 months.
Fees & Registration
State Board Application Fees
Application fees vary by state: ₨ 28,350 – ₨ 70,875
Evaluation fee for international transcripts: ₨ 42,525 – ₨ 70,875
Exam Fees (2025 Estimate)
Per section:₨ 67,500
Total for 4 sections: ₨ 270,050
NASBA International Evaluation
International candidates must get their academic transcripts evaluated by NASBA’s International Evaluation Services (NIES) or other approved agencies before applying.
Academic & Practical Requirements
150 Credit Hour Rule
Candidates must complete 150 semester hours of post-secondary education — usually a 4-year bachelor’s + 1-year master’s or equivalent courses.
Work Experience Requirement
To obtain CPA licensure (after passing exams), most states require:
1 year (2,000 hours) of supervised work in accounting
Must be under a licensed CPA’s supervision
Ethics Exam (Some States)
Some state boards (e.g., California, Illinois) require candidates to pass an additional ethics exam post-exams before licensure.
CPA License & Renewal
After licensure, CPAs must complete 40 hours of CPE (Continuing Professional Education) annually
CPE includes ethics, accounting updates, and tax reforms
CPA Admission & Pathways
CPA Eligibility Criteria
To sit for the CPA exam, you must generally meet:
150 credit hours of education (typically a bachelor’s + additional coursework)
Major in accounting or related field
Be a resident or citizen of a U.S. state/jurisdiction (in most cases)
State Boards & Jurisdiction
Each U.S. state/jurisdiction has its own Board of Accountancy with unique eligibility and licensing rules. Candidates must choose their state based on their education and residency status.
CPA Review Providers
Most candidates use review courses such as Becker, Wiley, or Surgent CPA Review for preparation. These providers offer practice questions, simulations, and exam strategy.
International Candidates
Non-U.S. citizens (like Pakistani or Indian students) can also sit for the exam. They must evaluate their academic credentials via NASBA-approved services (e.g., NIES) and sit exams at international Prometric centers (like Dubai or India).
Course & Examination Details
CPA Evolution Syllabus (2024+) – Core + Discipline Model
The updated model includes 3 core sections + 1 discipline of choice:
Core (Required by All):
Auditing and Attestation (AUD)
Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR)
Taxation and Regulation (REG)
Discipline (Choose One):
Business Analysis and Reporting (BAR)
Information Systems and Controls (ISC)
Tax Compliance and Planning (TCP)
Exam Format & Structure
Each section is 4 hours long
Format includes:
MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions)
Task-Based Simulations (TBS)
No essay questions (unlike CMA/ACCA)
Exam Scheduling & Scoring
Year-round testing at Prometric centers
Score release follows a fixed timeline (approx. every 2 weeks)
Passing score: 75 out of 100 for each section
Core + Discipline Model
Candidates must pass all 3 core sections + 1 discipline to complete the CPA exam requirement. All four parts must be passed within 18 months of passing the first.
Fees & Registration
State Board Application Fees
Application fees vary by state: ₨ 28,350 – ₨ 70,875
Evaluation fee for international transcripts: ₨ 42,525 – ₨ 70,875
Exam Fees (2025 Estimate)
Per section:₨ 67,500
Total for 4 sections: ₨ 270,050
NASBA International Evaluation
International candidates must get their academic transcripts evaluated by NASBA’s International Evaluation Services (NIES) or other approved agencies before applying.
Academic & Practical Requirements
150 Credit Hour Rule
Candidates must complete 150 semester hours of post-secondary education — usually a 4-year bachelor’s + 1-year master’s or equivalent courses.
Work Experience Requirement
To obtain CPA licensure (after passing exams), most states require:
1 year (2,000 hours) of supervised work in accounting
Must be under a licensed CPA’s supervision
Ethics Exam (Some States)
Some state boards (e.g., California, Illinois) require candidates to pass an additional ethics exam post-exams before licensure.
CPA License & Renewal
After licensure, CPAs must complete 40 hours of CPE (Continuing Professional Education) annually
CPE includes ethics, accounting updates, and tax reforms