Revising the entire CA syllabus in 15 days is possible only with a focused, exam‑oriented plan that prioritises high‑weightage topics, RTP/MTP practice and smart time management instead of fresh learning.
Understanding the CA syllabus under the new scheme
The CA course now runs under the ICAI New Scheme, which has streamlined subjects at all three levels while retaining a wide and rigorous syllabus. Students must revise conceptual theory, standards, practical questions and latest amendments together in a short span, making a structured 15‑day plan essential.
Key points about the new scheme:
- CA Foundation now has a revised mix of papers with certain communication and commercial knowledge subjects removed, but core accounting, law and maths/statistics remain strong.
- CA Intermediate has been reduced to six papers instead of eight, focusing on core accounting, law, taxation, costing and auditing areas.
- CA Final subjects have been restructured with some papers shifted to self‑paced modules and a stronger emphasis on multi‑disciplinary case studies.
For the latest syllabus, always refer to the official ICAI Students and BoS Knowledge Portal sections:
- Main portal: https://www.icai.orgicai
- BoS Knowledge Portal (via Students section): https://www.icai.org/icaiwall.shtml → BoS Knowledge Portalicai
15‑day high‑level revision framework
Use these 15 days mainly for consolidation, not for learning brand‑new topics. The framework below works for CA Foundation, Inter and Final; only subject weightage changes.
Overall structure
- Days 1–10: Full‑syllabus coverage (fast revision of all subjects)
- Days 11–13: RTPs, MTPs and past papers under exam conditions
- Days 14–15: Formula/working notes, last‑minute charts, MCQs and weak‑area patch‑up
Sample 15‑day timetable (daily structure)
Infographic idea (for your designer): A vertical “Day 1 to Day 15” roadmap with colour blocks for Morning (Theory), Afternoon (Practical), Evening (RTP/MTP/MCQ).
| Slot | Suggested focus (Inter/Final) | Suggested focus (Foundation) |
|---|---|---|
| 6–9 am | Heavy practical (Accounts/FR/Costing) | Principles & Practice of Accounting |
| 10–1 pm | Law / Audit / Direct Tax theory | Law / BCR / Business Laws |
| 2–5 pm | Tax / Costing / SCM / FM | Maths / Statistics / Economics |
| 6–9 pm | Mixed practice, RTP/MTP, past papers, revision notes | MCQs, PYQs, quick revision of summaries |
(You can adjust slots as per your audience’s preference and mention that working or articleship students will compress into 2–3 high‑yield sessions per day.)
Priority analysis: What to focus on in 15 days
The last 15 days should be driven by weightage, confidence level and attempt‑wise scoring potential, not by the emotional attachment to specific chapters.
1. Conceptual + high‑weightage chapters first
Under the new scheme, ICAI has kept weightage for core papers like Accounting, Taxation and Financial Reporting relatively high across attempts. Students should:
- Start with core scoring areas (e.g., Accounting, Tax, Cost/SCM, FR/SFM) because they deliver maximum marks per hour of revision.
- Use ICAI’s syllabus and past paper analysis to identify high‑frequency topics within each subject.
You can guide readers to check latest subject‑wise details on:
- ICAI New Scheme info via official announcements on https://www.icai.org (Announcements section).icai
2. Integrate RTPs, MTPs and past papers
ICAI’s Revision Test Papers (RTPs) and Mock Test Papers (MTPs) closely reflect the pattern, amendments and difficulty of actual exams. They help students:
- Identify expected question patterns and recent amendments.
- Practise exam‑level questions within time, improving speed and answer presentation.
Students can download official RTPs/MTPs through the BoS Knowledge Portal and exam resources accessible via the Students section on the ICAI site.
Subject‑wise 15‑day revision strategy
You can adapt this part with level‑specific details (Foundation/Inter/Final) while keeping the structure.
CA Foundation (15‑day snapshot)
- Accounting: Focus on journal entries, rectification, consignment, partnership basics, company accounts and cash flow statements.
- Law & BCR: Learn important sections, definition‑based questions and presentation patterns; keep short notes of examples and case laws.
- Maths/Stats/Logical Reasoning: Practise formulas, shortcuts and typical exam models instead of solving long sets from scratch.
- Economics: Revise macro definitions, graphs and previous exam‑oriented questions.
For Foundation syllabus and exam pattern updates, students should check the Course → CA Foundation section on the ICAI portal: https://www.icai.org.icai
CA Intermediate
- Accounting & Advanced Accounting: Consolidations, amalgamations, branch, departmental accounts and key Ind AS‑linked concepts (as per level).
- Corporate & Other Laws: Focus on Companies Act core chapters and frequently tested provisions; emphasise past amendment coverage.
- Cost & Management Accounting / SCM & FM: Practise standard costing, marginal costing, budgetary control, pricing and decision‑making questions.
- Taxation: Cover heads of income, basic exemptions, deduction charts and commonly tested GST areas.
ICAI Intermediate syllabus, past papers and RTP/MTP links are available through BoS Knowledge Portal and Results/Exam resources sections at https://www.icai.org
CA Final
- Financial Reporting: Consolidation, Ind AS‑based questions, financial instruments and key presentation issues.
- Strategic Cost / SCM & Performance: Practical questions on pricing, decision‑making, transfer pricing, and case‑study style problems.cavijenderaggarwal+1
- Direct Tax and International Taxation: Amendments, case laws and high‑frequency topics from RTPs/MTPs.
- Audit and Law: SA‑based questions, reporting formats, company law provisions and professional ethics.
New‑scheme changes in Final subjects and structure are detailed in ICAI announcements; aspirants should regularly review relevant notifications from the main portal: https://www.icai.org.icai
Sample 15‑day subject‑rotation table
You can present a simple rotation plan that readers can adapt by level.
Table: Example 15‑day CA Inter rotation
| Day | Morning (Practical) | Midday (Theory) | Evening (Practice) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accounting – Company Accounts | Law – Incorporation, Share Capital | RTP – Accounts (1 chapter) |
| 2 | Tax – Salary & House Property | Audit – Basics & SA framework | MCQs + Past paper (Tax) |
| 3 | Cost – Marginal Costing & Break‑even | Law – Directors & Meetings | RTP – Law (selected questions) |
| 4 | Accounting – Amalgamation & Reconstruction | Audit – Audit Reports & Special Audits | MTP – Mini test (Accounts + Audit) |
| 5 | Tax – PGBP & Capital Gains | Law – Other Companies Act topics | Past paper (mixed section‑wise questions) |
| 6 | Cost – Standard Costing & Variances | Audit – Company Audit | RTC (Revision through charts) |
| 7 | FM – Capital budgeting / Leverages | Theory touch‑up (all theory subjects) | MTP – 3‑hour simulation |
| 8–10 | Repeat cycle with remaining chapters | Fill remaining theory gaps | RTP/MTP, PYQs and amendment questions |
| 11–13 | Full‑length MTPs under exam conditions | Error analysis | Patch‑up of weak chapters |
| 14–15 | Quick‑fire revision of all subjects | Charts, formulas, section lists | Light MCQs + rest and mindset preparation |
Encourage readers to swap subjects based on their syllabus (Foundation or Final) while keeping the same pattern of “Practical + Theory + Practice”.
Micro‑strategy for each study session
Each 3‑hour block should follow a tight micro‑plan to maximise retention in only 15 days:
- 20 minutes: Skim revision notes / summary book for the chapter.
- 90 minutes: Solve 10–15 exam‑type questions (mix of ICAI material, RTP, MTP, PYQ).
- 40 minutes: Self‑check answers, mark mistakes, update short notes.
- 30 minutes: Re‑write only tricky journal entries, provisions, formats and formulas.
This loop prioritises question‑driven learning, which matches ICAI’s exam style more than pure reading.
How to use ICAI resources effectively
ICAI provides a strong ecosystem of official material that should dominate the last 15 days.
Important official resources:
- BoS Knowledge Portal: Study material, MCQs, case scenarios, previous papers and more, accessible via the Students section on https://www.icai.org.icai
- RTPs (Revision Test Papers): Released before each attempt, focusing on amendments and exam‑relevant coverage.
- MTPs (Mock Test Papers): Help simulate real exam timing, pressure and answer‑writing.
- ICAI TV & Digital Learning Hub: Video lectures, webinars and guidance for different CA levels.
You can place outbound links like:
- Main ICAI portal: https://www.icai.org
- Students/BoS related resources: https://www.icai.org/icaiwall.shtml (then navigate to Students → BoS Knowledge Portal).icai
These links boost authenticity and help students rely on official updates.
Last 72 hours before the CA exam
The final 3 days should be used for mental clarity and high‑impact revision, not panic.
Focus areas:
- Revise self‑made charts for:
- Sections, standards, penalties, limits and important figures.
- Ind AS / AS lists, SA lists, key case laws (for Inter/Final).
- Attempt at least one more paper (or a 50–mark section) per subject under strict timing for confidence.
- Sleep 6–7 hours daily to maintain focus, especially when attempting multiple papers.
You can suggest students to cross‑check their admit card, exam timings and instructions from official ICAI exam notifications available on https://www.icai.org under the Students/Examinations section.icai
