ICAI Slashes Fees for CA Exam Verification and Certified Copies ahead of Jan 2026 Cycle
The move is expected to benefit thousands of candidates who routinely seek verification or certified copies of their evaluated answer sheets, especially in cases of marginal failure or perceived discrepancies.
In a significant move aimed at easing the financial burden on Chartered Accountancy aspirants, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced a sharp reduction in fees for verification and certified copies of answer books across all levels of the CA examinations. The revised fee structure will come into effect from the January 2026 exam cycle.
The announcement, dated December 18, 2025, was issued by the Examination Committee of ICAI and signed by Joint Secretary (Exams) Anand Kumar Chaturvedi. It outlines the following changes:
| Exam Level | Verification (Old → New) | Certified Copies (Old → New) |
| Foundation / Intermediate / Final / PQC | ₹100 → ₹50 per paper | ₹500 → ₹100 per paper |
This revision marks a substantial 50% reduction in verification fees and an 80% reduction in certified copy fees, signalling ICAI’s responsiveness to long-standing student concerns over affordability and transparency in post-result processes.
The move is expected to benefit thousands of candidates who routinely seek verification or certified copies of their evaluated answer sheets, especially in cases of marginal failure or perceived discrepancies.
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Until now, the high cost of certified copies (₹500 per paper) often deterred students from pursuing this option, despite its relevance in ensuring fair evaluation.
With the revised rates, candidates appearing in the January 2026 CA exams will be able to apply for post-result services at significantly lower costs.
ICAI has advised students to take note of the new fee structure and ensure payment of revised fees while submitting applications for verification or certified copies after the declaration of results.
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