ICAI Announces BOS Publications for 2024-2025 CA Exams

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially released the Board of Studies (BOS) publications that will be applicable for students preparing for the Foundation, Intermediate, and Final examinations scheduled for January 2025 and November 2024. These publications are essential for candidates aiming to excel in their respective exams, providing them with the latest and most relevant study materials.

Foundation Course – January 2025 Examination

Candidates enrolled in the Foundation Course for the January 2025 examination should refer to the following BOS publications:

• Accounting (Paper 1): Modules 1 and 2, April 2023 Edition
• Business Laws (Paper 2): April 2023 Edition
• Quantitative Aptitude (Paper 3): April 2023 Edition
• Business Economics (Paper 4): April 2023 Edition

Intermediate Course – January 2025 Examination

For those preparing for the Intermediate Course January 2025 Examination, the applicable publications include:

• Advanced Accounting (Paper 1): Modules 1 to 3, April 2023 Edition
• Corporate and Other Laws (Paper 2): Modules 1 to 3, April 2023 Edition, with relevant amendments for January 2025
• Taxation (Paper 3): Income-tax Law and Goods and Services Tax sections, June 2023 Edition, with additional updates for January 2025
• Cost and Management Accounting (Paper 4): Modules 1 and 2, April 2023 Edition
• Auditing and Ethics (Paper 5): Modules 1 and 2, April 2023 Edition
• Financial Management and Strategic Management (Papers 6A & 6B): April 2023 Edition, with updates for January 2025

Final Course – November 2024 Examination

For the Final Course November 2024 Examination, the following publications are recommended:

• Financial Reporting (Paper 1): Modules 1 to 4, April 2023 Edition, with updates for November 2024
• Advanced Financial Management (Paper 2): April 2023 Edition (Reprint October 2023)
• Advanced Auditing, Assurance, and Professional Ethics (Paper 3): Modules 1 to 3, April 2023 Edition, with updates for November 2024
• Direct Tax Laws & International Taxation (Paper 4): Modules 1 to 4, October 2023 Edition, with updates for November 2024
• Indirect Tax Laws (Paper 5): Modules 1 to 4, October 2023 Edition, with updates for November 2024
• Integrated Business Solutions (Paper 6): Study materials of Papers 1 to 5 relevant for November 2024, along with updates and self-paced online modules

ICAI encourages all candidates to utilize these publications to prepare thoroughly for their upcoming examinations. For more updates and information, follow ICAI on Telegram and consider subscribing to Taxscan Premium for detailed judgments and insights.

ICAI Announces Board of Studies Publications for 2024-2025 CA Exams: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspirants

In a significant announcement for Chartered Accountancy (CA) aspirants across the country, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has unveiled the latest list of Board of Studies (BOS) publications. These materials are tailored for students preparing for the Foundation, Intermediate, and Final examinations scheduled for January 2025 and November 2024, respectively. This release marks a crucial step in enabling candidates to gear up effectively for the forthcoming exams with the most relevant and updated study materials.

For the Foundation Course – January 2025 Examination:

Aspirants of the Foundation Course can look forward to diving into the April 2023 editions of the prescribed BOS publications, which include:

• Paper 1: Accounting (Module 1 and Module 2)
• Paper 2: Business Laws
• Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude
• Paper 4: Business Economics

These materials are designed to provide a solid foundation in the respective subjects, ensuring that candidates have access to the latest content and methodologies in preparation for their exams.

Intermediate Course – January 2025 Examination:

The Intermediate Course candidates have a comprehensive list of publications to guide their study, including:

• Paper 1: Advanced Accounting (Module 1, Module 2, Module 3)
• Paper 2: Corporate and Other Laws (Module 1, Module 2, Module 3), supplemented with relevant amendments for January 2025
• Paper 3: Taxation, divided into Income-tax Law and Goods and Services Tax, each requiring the June 2023 editions alongside Statutory Update and RTP for January 2025
• Papers 4 to 6B: Covering Cost and Management Accounting, Auditing and Ethics, Financial Management, and Strategic Management, all based on the April 2023 editions, with additional RTP for January 2025 where applicable

Final Course – November 2024 Examination:

For the Final Course, the ICAI has prepared a robust selection of publications for the November 2024 Examination:

• Papers 1 to 5: Spanning Financial Reporting, Advanced Financial Management, Advanced Auditing, Direct Tax Laws & International Taxation, and Indirect Tax Laws, these materials are based on the April and October 2023 editions. They are to be complemented with RTP for November 2024, Statutory and Judicial updates to ensure candidates are up-to-date with the latest in the field.
• Paper 6: Integrated Business Solutions, which consolidates study material from Papers 1 to 5, along with additional resources for comprehensive preparation.

The ICAI’s release of these BOS publications underscores its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of education and examination preparation for CA aspirants. By providing access to the most current and comprehensive study materials, the ICAi aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their examinations and future careers in accountancy.

Candidates are encouraged to leverage these resources to their fullest potential to ensure a thorough and well-rounded preparation for their upcoming exams. For more updates and to support quality journalism in the field of tax and accountancy, aspirants can subscribe to Taxscan Premium and follow the latest updates on Telegram.

This announcement is a beacon for CA students, illuminating the path to success with the latest and most authoritative resources directly from the ICAI. As the exam dates draw nearer, students are advised to intensify their preparation efforts and make the most of these invaluable materials to achieve their Chartered Accountancy aspirations.