ICAI declared the CA Foundation September 2026 result on 6 November 2026. Out of 1,04,240 candidates who appeared, 19,736 passed, a pass rate of 18.93%.
Last updated: 9 November 2026.
That is the highest number of passers in the last three sessions, even though the pass rate slipped from May 2026. This page breaks down the result by gender, compares it with earlier sessions, and lists the toppers.
CA Foundation September 2026 Result at a Glance
| Detail | Figure |
|---|---|
| Result declared on | 6 November 2026 |
| Where to check | caresults.icai.org |
| Candidates appeared | 1,04,240 |
| Candidates passed | 19,736 |
| Overall pass percentage | 18.93% |
| Passing criteria | At least 40% in each paper and 50% in aggregate |
Need the steps to check your marks? See our CA Foundation result guide.
Pass Percentage by Gender
Men passed at a higher rate than women this time. The gap is 3.15 percentage points.
| Group | Appeared | Passed | Pass percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 53,398 | 10,931 | 20.47% |
| Female | 50,842 | 8,805 | 17.32% |
| All candidates | 1,04,240 | 19,736 | 18.93% |
Women were about 49% of the candidates who appeared. They were about 45% of those who passed.
How Sep 2026 Compares With Earlier Sessions
The Sep 2025 figures come from ICAI’s own release, and the May 2026 figures from news reports of the result.
| Session | Appeared | Passed | Pass % | Male % | Female % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2025 | 98,827 | 14,609 | 14.78% | 15.74% | 13.76% |
| May 2026 | 90,217 | 18,124 | 20.09% | 20.88% | 19.24% |
| September 2026 | 1,04,240 | 19,736 | 18.93% | 20.47% | 17.32% |
What the Numbers Show
- More candidates appeared than in either earlier session, and more passed
- The pass rate is up 4.15 points from September 2025, but down 1.16 points from May 2026
- News reports put the January 2026 rate at 19.23%, so the three sessions of 2026 all stayed between 18.9% and 20.1%
- The male and female gap is wider than in May 2026 (1.64 points) and in September 2025 (1.98 points)
A pass rate in this range is normal for Foundation. It depends on the paper and the candidates, so it does not tell you how the next attempt will go.
CA Foundation September 2026 Toppers
Two candidates share each of the top two ranks. The marks are out of 400.
| Rank | Name | City | Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR 1 | Kansika | Hisar | 361 | 90.25% |
| AIR 1 | Mahek Gupta | Hyderabad | 361 | 90.25% |
| AIR 2 | Sparsh Khandelwal | Ajmer | 359 | 89.75% |
| AIR 2 | J Jayanth | Chennai | 359 | 89.75% |
| AIR 3 | Vaibhavi Singhal | Gwalior | 358 | 89.50% |
Names are as reported by Dainik Jagran. The top mark of 361 is one more than the 360 that topped the September 2025 Foundation.
Where Did Last Year’s Toppers Go?
The September 2025 Foundation merit list had L Rajalakshmi of Chennai at AIR 1 with 360 marks. Prem Agarwal of Surat and Neel Rajesh Shah of Mumbai were AIR 2 and AIR 3.
The same names and cities appear in the top three of the CA Inter September 2026 result. See our CA Inter September 2026 result analysis.
If You Passed CA Foundation
Qualified candidates can move on to CA Intermediate, subject to ICAI’s registration and eligibility rules. Check your status on the Self Service Portal and plan your Intermediate start early.
Our next steps guide for Foundation passers covers registration, the fee and which attempt you can sit first.
Read why it helps to join a CA Inter batch right after Foundation results, or see the CA Inter Law batch.
If You Did Not Pass
You can still appear in January 2027. The Foundation exams are on 3, 5, 7 and 9 January 2027.
As of 9 November 2026 the exam form is open. Apply by 16 November to avoid the late fee, and do not wait for the last day.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam form window | 3 to 16 November 2026 |
| Last date with late fee | 19 November 2026 |
| Fee in India | ₹1,500, or ₹2,100 with late fee |
| Free correction window | 20 to 22 November 2026 |
Apply through our January 2027 exam form guide and practise with the CA Foundation MTP page.
If You Doubt Your Marks
As of 9 November 2026, ICAI has not announced a verification or certified copies window for the Foundation result. Watch the ICAI announcements page for any notice, and apply only through ICAI’s official portal.
For Inter, ICAI opened such a window soon after the result. Our verification and certified copies guide shows how it worked, and we will update this page if ICAI announces one for Foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CA Foundation September 2026 pass percentage?
18.93%. Of 1,04,240 candidates, 19,736 passed.
Who topped the CA Foundation September 2026 exam?
Kansika of Hisar and Mahek Gupta of Hyderabad share AIR 1 with 361 out of 400.
How many women passed CA Foundation in September 2026?
8,805 of 50,842 women passed, a rate of 17.32%. For men, it was 10,931 of 53,398, or 20.47%.
Is the pass rate higher than last September?
Yes. It was 14.78% in September 2025, and it is 18.93% now.
What are the passing marks in CA Foundation?
You need at least 40% in each paper and 50% in aggregate.
Can I apply for the January 2027 exam now?
Yes. As of 9 November 2026 the form is open until 16 November, or 19 November with a late fee of ₹600.
Source: Dainik Jagran report on the CA Foundation September 2026 result.
