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CA Foundation Result 2026 Declared, Check Toppers, Pass Percentage and What's Next

The CA Foundation May 2026 results have recently been declared by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). With a pass percentage of 20.09% this year, candidates can extract their scorecards, certificates, merit list, toppers, and qualifiers from the ICAI result portal. Details about CA Intermediate registration and other instructions have also been provided on the portal.

ICAI Announced CA Foundation May 2026 Result: Check Scorecard, Pass Percentage, and Toppers

ICAI announced the CA Foundation May 2026 results. Chartered Accountancy aspirants from all over the country can check their results on the CA result page. The scorecard can be downloaded from the official result page using the registration number and roll number. Along with the result, ICAI released the overall pass percentage, merit list, and toppers list.

As for ICAI, 90217 candidates appeared in the May 2026 Foundation examination, out of which 18124 candidates passed. The overall pass percentage stands at 20.09%. The examination is one of the toughest in India, and like previous years, this year’s results also emphasize the need for constant preparation and conceptual clarity.

 

CA Foundation May 2026 Result Announced

The results were released on July 3, 2026, on ICAI’s official result websites. Candidates may view their results by entering their roll number, registration number (or PIN), and the security CAPTCHA.

The online marksheet includes:

  • Candidate's name
  • Roll number
  • Registration number
  • Marks for each subject
  • Total marks
  • Qualifying status
  • Distinction status (if applicable)

 

CA Foundation May 2026 Result Statistics

Over the last few years, there has been an exponential growth in the number of candidates appearing in the CA Foundation examination. This year was no different

Particulars

Details

Candidates Appeared

90,217

Candidates Passed

18,124

Overall Pass Percentage

20.09%

The gender-wise performance released by ICAI indicates that:

  • Male: 46,798 appeared; 9,769 passed (20.88%)
  • Female: 43,419 appeared; 8,355 passed (19.24%)

 

CA Foundation May 2026 Toppers

As per the announcement by ICAI, the All India merit list is out.

The top 3 rank holders are:

Rank

Candidate

Marks

Percentage

AIR 1

Sakshi Jain (Nashik)

371/400

92.75%

AIR 2

Ayanabbas Ajani (Chandrapur)

367/400

91.75%

AIR 3

Radha Unmesh Mulay (Pune)

365/400

91.25%

 

The level of competition in the CA Foundation examination is immense and the top 3 rank holders this year have showcased the diligence, commitment, and discipline expected to achieve this.

 

How to Check CA Foundation Result 2026

The ICAI result portal will allow candidates to view their scorecards. Follow these instructions to check the result.

  • Click on the CA Foundation May 2026 Result icon.
  • Enter your Roll Number along with your Registration Number or your PIN.
  • Complete the CAPTCHA.
  • Click Submit.
  • Your scorecard will be available for you to download.

 

Check the Passing Criteria

The CA Foundation exam has specific passing criteria. To pass the exam, you must:

  • Obtain 40% or more in each of the papers.
  • Obtain an overall average of at least 50% in all papers, in one single attempt.

The candidates who have an aggregate score of 70% and above will be considered to have “Qualified with Distinction” by ICAI.

 

What Are the Next Steps for Qualified Candidates?

Post qualifying the Foundation examination candidates can register for the CA Intermediate course. Candidates can also begin preparation for the subsequent level of the Chartered Accountancy course.

Candidates who do not pass the examination should analyze the exam results, identify their areas of weakness, and prepare accordingly for the upcoming Foundation examination. Candidates who aspire to become Chartered Accountants should keep in mind that due to the challenges of the CA course, many successful Chartered Accountants qualify the examination after multiple attempts. The best preparation strategy is the combination of a planned study approach, regular practice tests, and an understanding of the concepts.

 

Conclusion

The CA Foundation May 2026 Result is a gateway for candidates to fulfill their aspirations of becoming Chartered Accountants in India. Qualified candidates can begin their journey to the next level, CA Intermediate. Unsuccessful candidates can utilize the current experience to amend and prepare for the upcoming attempt. There is no substitute for regular preparation and understanding the concepts for one of the toughest professional courses in India.

 

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