Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is one of the most renowned qualifications in finance and accounting all over the world. If you are an India resident and want to pursue ACCA, this blog will explain the complete step by step admission process with fees in Indian currency.
Table of Contents
Step 1: Understand What ACCA Offers
ACCA is a leading global accounting body which was introduced in the UK itself and provides:
- 13 Exams (Categorized as 3 Levels)
- Ethics and Professional Skills Module
- 36 months of Practical Experience
Apart from that, it is recognised globally across 180+ significantly countries including India and is accepted as a certification much needed to gear up for some truly competitive exams while working in the multi-national companies, big 4 & global finance roles.
Step 2: Check Eligibility (For Indian Students)
Let me first tell you what All do you need to apply for ACCA in India,
- Passed Class 12th with:
- Minimum 65% in English and Maths/Accounts
- And 50% in other subjects
Didn’t meet the criteria? Do not worry, you can still take up Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) and then move on to ACCA.
Step 3: Documents Required
The scanned documents as follows
- Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
- Government ID proof (Aadhar/Passport)
- Passport-size photograph
- Provisional Certificate If availing exemption, Original Degree Certificate
Documents must be in English or officially translated.
Step 4: Register on ACCA Website
- Go to: https://www.accaglobal.com
- Click “Apply Now”
- Insert your details and academic information
- Upload documents
- Choose study and exam centers of your choice,
- Pay the registration fee
Step 5: Fee Structure in INR (2025)
| Fee Type | Amount in GBP | Approx. INR (₹) |
| Initial Registration Fee | £89 | ₹9,345 |
| Annual Subscription Fee | £122 | ₹12,810 |
| Exam Fees (Per Paper) | £130 | ₹13,650/paper |
| Exemption Fee (Per Paper) | £130 | ₹13,650/paper |
| Ethics Module (EPSM) | £90 | ₹9,450 |
The total cost to complete the entire ACCA qualification in India is estimated between ₹3.2 to ₹4.2 lakhs; it solely depends on exemptions, study method and exam attempts.
Step 6: Apply for Exemptions (If Applicable)
Some of the additional exemptions you may receive upon completing B.Com, M.Com, CA Inter or MBA in Finance are up to 9 exam papers (mostly Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills level).
Steps:
- Declare your academic qualifications
- Upload transcripts and syllabus
- ACCA on the basis of what you have studied till then will assess your situation and identity which exams are exempted for you.
- Send a NOC to each paper with another ₹13,650 per paper
Step 7: Choose How You’ll Study
In India, most students have options based on :
- Self-study (most affordable)
- E-learning through platforms like Unique Global Education
- Face To Face Classes By Unique Global Education Pune
Unique Global Education ACCA learning partners In India
Step 8: Plan Your Exam Schedule
The ACCA exam is semester based and held in March, June, September and December.
- 4 per session, 8 per year
- Remember, there is an early entry deadline, a standard (normal) entry deadline and the last possible chance to book a seat & start preparing for that exam!
Tips:
- Start with the Applied Knowledge (3 exams)
- Applied Skills (6 exams)
- And then to move onto the 4 exams of Strategic Professional
Step 9: Practice and Give Mock Tests.
All papers contain 100 marks and the pass mark for every paper is 50%. You’ll need:
- Study material (Kaplan/BPP recommended)
- Revision kits and mock exams
- Past papers
- Train on the official CBE platform of ACCA
In India, all the exams are Computer Based Exams (CBE) but conducted only at designated centres or online CBE done via remote proctored.
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Step 10: Complete Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM)
This is a required course for all members It makes you more likely to pass final papers.
- Fee: £90 ≈ ₹9,450
- Anytime by online on ACCA portal
- 10 Activity Units — 15–20 hours of class time
Step 11: Fulfil the Practical Experience Requirement (PER)
You must:
- Obtain 3 years of hands-on experience in the field
- Complete 9 performance objectives
- Have a supervisor/mentor verify your experience.
You can even join PER as a student. Here are some places where most students typically fulfil PER: Working at a such as these employers in finance/accounting roles.
- The Big 4 (EY, Deloitte, KPMG, PwC)
- MNCs (Infosys, Accenture, Tata, etc.)
It works by you submit a log of your practical experience through the MyExperience portal on the ACCA website.
Step 12: Become an ACCA Member
Once you’ve:
- Passed all 13 exams
- Completed EPSM
- Fulfilled PER
…you can even go for an ACCA membership. If you are a successful, you can use the letters “ACCA” after your name and be accessed global career opportunities.
Summary: ACCA Admission Roadmap (India)
| Step | Description | Action Required |
| 1 | Check Eligibility | Passed Class 12th with required marks |
| 2 | Collect Documents | ID, Mark sheets, Photo |
| 3 | Register Online | Apply via ACCA Global website |
| 4 | Pay Registration Fees | ₹9,345 initial + ₹12,810 annually |
| 5 | Apply for Exemptions (if eligible) | ₹13,650 per exempt paper |
| 6 | Choose Study Mode | Self, Online, or Coaching |
| 7 | Plan & Attempt Exams | ₹13,650 per paper |
| 8 | Complete Ethics Module | ₹9,450 |
| 9 | Complete 36 Months PER | Work in a finance/accounting role |
| 10 | Apply for ACCA Membership | Use “ACCA” title |
Final Advice for Indian ACCA Aspirants
- Take Initiative, Start Early And Stick To Routine
- Have good materials and practice papers
- Get a learning buddy if you prefer the structure
- Get your exams and PER out of the way at once if possible
- Ensure that you are paying the annual subscription fees to avoid late charges.
Have Questions?
If you have doubts regarding the exemptions, as to whom can be your study partner and planning on appearing for the exams in India, feel free to drop a comment. I will be happy to help you with that as well.
References
- ACCA Global – Official Website
https://www.accaglobal.com - ACCA Fees and Charges (2025)
https://www.accaglobal.com/an/en/student/fees.html - ACCA India – Local Support and Learning Providers
https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en.html - Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM)
https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/epsm.html - Practical Experience Requirement (PER)
https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/practical-experience.html
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