{"id":4281,"date":"2024-12-06T12:34:12","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T07:04:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thewallstreetschool.com\/blog\/?p=4281"},"modified":"2025-09-17T16:00:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T10:30:34","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-cpa-course-fees-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thewallstreetschool.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-cpa-course-fees-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About CPA Course Fees in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many accounting professionals in India dream of becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). The CPA qualification is globally recognised and opens doors to high-paying opportunities. If you share this dream and want to pursue becoming a CPA, you need to plan carefully, especially your finances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog, we will outline the total <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewallstreetschool.com\/cpa-coaching-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPA course<\/a> fees<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the additional costs associated with them. We will also break down the application fees and optional expenses. Keep reading!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility for CPA course in India<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To qualify for CPA in India, you should have an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For UG degrees, B.Com, BBM, or BBA are fine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For PG, M.Com, MBA, or any other PG certificate or diploma will be suitable.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CA Inter, CMA Inter, or CS Inter candidates with any bachelor\u2019s degree are eligible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduates from non-commerce fields (e.g., B.Sc, BA, LLB) can qualify if they have five years of experience in accounting or finance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA course duration<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The CPA course can be completed within 24 months of registration. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewallstreetschool.com\/blog\/a-complete-guide-to-cpa-course-course-details-eligibility-fee-and-career-scope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPA exams<\/a> can be scheduled at any time on demand. Registration for the course is open throughout the year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA exam structure<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA exams are computer-based and closed-book. They are accessible to every candidate across India. You can take an exam at any Pearson VUE exam center or online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no specific order for exams, and you can take one paper at a time. There are a total of 8 papers in the exam. Each paper passed is individually credited without any group passing requirement. Here\u2019s a summary of the exam structure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Duration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Each exam lasts 3 hours, with an additional 15 minutes of reading time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Marks: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each paper is worth 100 marks, and candidates must score a minimum of 50% to pass.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Format: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exams include MCQs, practical\/numerical questions, task-based questions, and descriptive questions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA course fees<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in India<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this table, we have discussed all the details of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA course fees<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in India:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Fee type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Amount<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course fees<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">INR 50,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a 2-year CPA degree (M.Voc), \u20b925,000 per year<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application fees<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">INR 2,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial application fee<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam fees<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">INR 2,500 per exam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applies to each exam and resits<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration fee<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">INR 40,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes online study materials and practice kits. Valid for 24 months<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional fees<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST and other taxes are extra and non-refundable<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA course exemptions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various exemptions are available for specific qualifications, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>CA\/CMA Finalists:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Exemptions for subjects where they scored 50% or above.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Qualified CA\/CMA members:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fully exempt from CPA exams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>CS Qualified Candidates:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Exempt from specific subjects like taxation, business laws, etc. They are also eligible for lateral entry in the second year.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chartered Tax Practitioners:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Exempt from the first four papers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional CPA costs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the main <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA course fees<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there may be a few extra charges. These can impact your budget, so it will be helpful if you plan for them beforehand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mock tests and study materials<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mock tests closely resemble the actual CPA exam format and help you prepare better. These can cost anywhere between INR 10,000 and INR 40,000.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer skills training<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic MS Office or Tally courses may help prepare for the CPA exams. So, if you are unfamiliar with computers, take training for them, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel and accommodation\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, candidates might not be staying at the same location where the exam centres are. Travel and lodging may add to this cost for those taking exams at centres far from home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summing up<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Becoming a CPA has a higher ROI, but you need to be very mindful of your finances if the resources are limited. Planning and budgeting for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPA course fees<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in advance can help you manage this journey smoothly. Besides, study well. The exams are very competitive and expensive, so prepare well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Can I claim tax benefits on CPA course expenses?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends. Some educational expenses qualify for tax deductions, and some do not. Consult an advisor for eligibility specifics if you are concerned about your taxes.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How much are <\/b><b>CPA course fees<\/b><b> in India in total?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The CPA course fees in India costs you nearly INR 1.5 lakhs to INR 2 lakhs. If you add the preparation and study materials expenses to this, it will eventually go higher.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Is there a penalty for missing a CPA exam section?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, missing an exam section means reapplying and paying the registration and exam fees for that section again.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many accounting professionals in India dream of becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). 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