CA Exams May 2025: ICAI Releases BOS Publication List
ICAI releases the BOS publication list for CA May 2025 exams, detailing updated study materials for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final courses
CA Exams May 2025 – ICAI BOS publication list 2025 – BOS publication list – taxscan
CA Exams May 2025 – ICAI BOS publication list 2025 – BOS publication list – taxscan
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the Board of Studies (BOS) publication list applicable for the May 2025 Chartered Accountancy (CA) examinations across Foundation, Intermediate, and Final courses. These study materials are essential for students preparing for the exams, ensuring they follow the latest syllabus and amendments.
ICAI BOS Publications for May 2025 Exams
The ICAI has specified the applicable edition of study materials for each level of the CA exams. Below is a detailed breakdown of the subjects and their respective edition months.
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Foundation Course – BOS Publication (May 2025 Exam)
The Foundation Course study materials cover the fundamental subjects required to build a strong base for CA aspirants.
| Paper No. | Subject | Edition Month & Year |
| Paper 1 | Accounting (Module 1 & 2) | August 2024 |
| Paper 2 | Business Laws | August 2024 |
| Paper 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | August 2024 |
| Paper 4 | Business Economics | August 2024 |
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Intermediate Course – BOS Publication (May 2025 Exam)
The Intermediate level focuses on more advanced concepts in accounting, taxation, and management.
| Paper No. | Subject | Module(s) | Edition Month & Year |
| Paper 1 | Advanced Accounting | (Module 1, 2, 3) | July 2024 |
| Paper 2 | Corporate and Other Laws | (Module 1, 2, 3) | July 2024 |
| Paper 3 | Taxation - Income Tax Law | (Module 1, 2) | October 2024 |
| Paper 3 | Taxation - Goods & Services Tax (GST) | (Module 1, 2) | October 2024 |
| Paper 4 | Cost and Management Accounting | (Module 1, 2) | July 2024 |
| Paper 5 | Auditing and Ethics | (Module 1, 2) | July 2024 |
| Paper 6A | Financial Management | (Module 1, 2) | July 2024 |
| Paper 6B | Strategic Management | - | July 2024 |
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Final Course – BOS Publication (May 2025 Exam)
The Final level covers specialized topics essential for a professional chartered accountant.
| Paper No. | Subject | Modules | Edition Month & Year |
| Paper 1 | Financial Reporting | (Module 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) | November 2024 |
| Paper 2 | Advanced Financial Management | - | November 2024 |
| Paper 3 | Advanced Auditing, Assurance & Professional Ethics | (Module 1, 2, 3) | November 2024 |
| Paper 4 | Direct Tax Laws & International Taxation | (Module 1, 2, 3, 4) | November 2024 |
| Paper 5 | Indirect Tax Laws | (Module 1, 2, 3, 4) | November 2024 |
| Paper 6 | Integrated Business Solutions (Multidisciplinary Case Study with Strategic Management) | - | Various Sources |
Paper 6: Study Materials of core papers of Final Papers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (November, 2024)
● SPOM Set-A (April 2023) and SPOM Set-B (October 2023)
● IBS Case Study Digest (July 2024 Edition)
● Online Case Studies:
🔗 ICAI Case Study Portal
🔗 SPOM Set-A Material
The above BOS inputs may be studied along with the Study Guidelines (for May, 2025 Examination), wherever applicable.
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