It is an entry level test for Chartered Accountancy Course. It is a test of four subjects i.e. Accounting, Mercantile Laws, General Economics and Quantitative Aptitude. This test is of 200 marks. This test is divided into two sessions of two hours each (9.00 – 11.00 a.m. and 12.30 - 2.30 p.m.). CPT is an objective type test with negative marking.

Who can join the course?
A student who has passed the 10th standard examination conducted by an examining body constituted by law in India or an examination recognized by the Central Government as equivalent thereto may register for Common Proficiency Test.

How to apply for admission to the CPT Course?

• A student is required to apply in the prescribed form.
• A student may buy Prospectus remitting Rs.100. The application form is available in the Prospectus.
• Alternatively, the application form can be downloaded from our website www.icai.org as per the link below.
  www.icai.org/icairoot/students/all_forms.jsp

Fees:
Total Rs.9000/- (Inclusive of Registration and Tax)