ICAI declared the CA Intermediate September 2026 result on 22 October 2026. Group I passed at 23.14%, Group II at 18.92%, and both groups together at 13.21%.
CA Inter September 2026 Result at a Glance
Pass percentage is the share of candidates who appeared and passed. These are the numbers for each category.
| Category | Appeared | Passed | Pass percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | 1,00,301 | 23,210 | 23.14% |
| Group II | 68,400 | 12,938 | 18.92% |
| Both groups | 38,339 | 5,066 | 13.21% |
To check your own marks, read our CA Inter September 2026 result guide.
How the Result Compares With Earlier Sessions
Here are the last four sessions side by side. The earlier three come from ICAI press releases.
| Session | Group I | Group II | Both groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | 23.14% | 18.92% | 13.21% |
| May 2026 | 10.25% | 16.11% | 8.47% |
| January 2026 | 13.96% | 15.54% | 9.39% |
| September 2025 | 9.43% | 27.14% | 10.06% |
Change From May 2026
A percentage point is the plain difference between two pass percentages.
| Category | May 2026 | September 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | 10.25% | 23.14% | Up 12.89 points |
| Group II | 16.11% | 18.92% | Up 2.81 points |
| Both groups | 8.47% | 13.21% | Up 4.74 points |
What Stands Out in the Numbers
Group I Had the Biggest Jump
Group I is the highest of the four sessions at 23.14%. The number who passed rose from 9,350 in May 2026 to 23,210, about 2.5 times, even though only 9,064 more candidates appeared.
Group II Improved but Is Below September 2025
Group II rose from 16.11% to 18.92%, but it is still well below the 27.14% of September 2025. In the earlier three sessions Group II had a higher pass rate than Group I.
This time Group I is ahead by 4.22 points, so the usual pattern has flipped.
Both Groups Reached 13.21%
5,066 of 38,339 candidates cleared both groups, which is about 1 in 7.6. In May 2026 it was 2,820 of 33,304.
It is the highest both-groups rate among these four sessions.
What the Numbers Mean for You
About 231 of every 1,000 Group I candidates passed, along with 189 in Group II and 132 for both groups. So roughly 3 in 4 Group I candidates and 4 in 5 Group II candidates did not clear their group.
ICAI has not said why the rates moved this time. Pass rates swing from one session to the next, so do not read one session as a trend.
| Per 1,000 candidates | Passed | Did not pass |
|---|---|---|
| Group I | 231 | 769 |
| Group II | 189 | 811 |
| Both groups | 132 | 868 |
What to Do Next
If You Cleared a Group or Both
If you cleared one group, the other group is your next target. If you cleared both, start planning your CA Final preparation.
Not sure which group to take first? Read our Group 1 vs Group 2 strategy guide.
If You Did Not Clear
Check your marks paper by paper and note where you lost the most. Scoring well in a paper can still help you in later attempts, as our CA Inter exemption rules guide explains.
The next attempt is January 2027. Group I is on 2, 4 and 6 January, and Group II is on 8, 10 and 12 January.
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam form opens | 3 November 2026 |
| Last date without late fee | 16 November 2026 |
| Permanent exemption window (Intermediate) | 3 to 22 November 2026 |
| ICAI mock tests start | 19 November 2026 |
Follow our January 2027 exam form guide for every step of the application. Then plan your practice with the CA Inter January 2027 mock test schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the CA Inter September 2026 pass percentage?
Group I was 23.14%, Group II was 18.92%, and both groups together was 13.21%.
How many candidates cleared both groups?
5,066 of 38,339 candidates who appeared for both groups.
How does this compare with May 2026?
All three categories rose. Group I went from 10.25% to 23.14%, Group II from 16.11% to 18.92%, and both groups from 8.47% to 13.21%.
Was Group II better than Group I this time?
No. Group I at 23.14% was higher than Group II at 18.92%, the opposite of the previous three sessions.
Where can I check my CA Inter result?
On caresults.icai.org, using your registration number and roll number.
When is the next CA Inter exam?
January 2027. Group I is on 2, 4 and 6 January, and Group II is on 8, 10 and 12 January.
Source: ICAI announcement of the result on 22 October 2026, and ICAI press releases for the May 2026, January 2026 and September 2025 results. The September 2026 figures are as reported by Careers360 and CA Club India from ICAI’s results, and we will correct them if ICAI’s own statistics differ.
