ICAI Declares CA Foundation Result for September 2026 With Pass Rate of 18.93%

ICAI Releases Scorecards for September Session

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced the ca foundation result for the examinations conducted in September 2026. Test-takers who appeared for the tests can now access their scorecards online. The board held the evaluation tests across multiple dates in September, and candidates have been eagerly awaiting the outcome.

According to official data released by ICAI, a total of 1,04,240 candidates appeared for the September 2026 session. Out of these, 19,736 students successfully qualified, bringing the overall pass percentage to 18.93%. Experts note that this figure marks a recovery compared to the previous year's September pass rate, though it remains distinct from older examination structures.

How to Access Your Scorecard Online

Students looking to verify their qualifying status can retrieve their documents through designated digital portals. Follow these steps to complete the process:

1. Navigate to the official portal at caresults.icai.org.
2. Locate and click on the designated link for the September 2026 Foundation examination.
3. Input your unique registration number and roll number into the login fields.
4. Type in the security captcha code as displayed on the screen.
5. Submit the credentials to view and download your scorecard.

The digital scorecard features vital candidate information, including the student's name, roll number, registration details, subject-wise breakdown of marks, and final qualifying status.

Merit List and Top Performers

Alongside the individual scorecards, authorities published a comprehensive merit list highlighting top achievers nationwide. Kansika from Hisar and Mahek Gupta from Hyderabad both shared the All India Rank 1 spot, securing 361 marks or 90.25%. Meanwhile, Sparsh Khandelwal from Ajmer and J Jayanth from Chennai shared AIR 2 with 359 marks (89.75%), and Vaibhavi Singhal from Gwalior secured AIR 3 with 358 marks (89.50%).

Understanding Qualifying Criteria

To successfully clear the assessment, students must meet specific minimum thresholds set by the governing body. Candidates are required to obtain a minimum of 40% marks in every individual paper while maintaining an overall aggregate score of at least 50% across the board. Those who cleared the current session can look ahead, as ICAI plans to release application forms for upcoming cycles soon.

Sources: Careers360, Telegraph India, NDTV.