ICAI Announces CA Intermediate May 2026 Results
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially declared the results of the Chartered Accountant (CA) Intermediate Examination conducted in May 2026. Thousands of aspiring chartered accountants across the country were eagerly awaiting the announcement, which was released on June 24.
This year’s examination witnessed participation from more than 1.53 lakh candidates across India and overseas examination centres.
Shardul Vichare Tops the Nation
Shardul Shekhar Vichare from Dombivli, Maharashtra, emerged as the All India Rank (AIR) 1 holder in the CA Intermediate Examination 2026.
He secured an impressive 531 marks out of 600, translating to 88.5%, making him the national topper.
Top 3 Rank Holders
| Rank | Candidate | City | Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR 1 | Shardul Shekhar Vichare | Dombivli, Maharashtra | 531/600 | 88.50% |
| AIR 2 | Abhinav Satheesh | Kochi | 530/600 | 88.33% |
| AIR 3 | Teerth Jain | Mumbai | 519/600 | 86.50% |
The outstanding performance of the top rank holders highlights the intense competition and high academic standards maintained by ICAI examinations.
CA Intermediate 2026 Pass Percentage
ICAI also released detailed statistics regarding the pass percentage for both groups of the examination.
Group I Results
- Candidates Appeared: 91,237
- Candidates Passed: 9,350
- Pass Percentage: 10.25%
Group II Results
- Candidates Appeared: 64,381
- Candidates Passed: 10,372
- Pass Percentage: 16.11%
Both Groups Together
- Candidates Appeared: 33,304
- Candidates Passed: 2,820
- Pass Percentage: 8.47%
The figures indicate that the CA Intermediate examination continues to remain one of India’s most challenging professional qualification exams.
Over 1.53 Lakh Students Appeared
According to ICAI, a total of 1,53,862 candidates appeared for the May 2026 CA Intermediate examinations.
The examinations were conducted across 611 examination centres located in India and abroad, ensuring smooth participation for students from multiple regions.
How to Check ICAI CA Intermediate Result 2026
Candidates can access their scorecards through the official ICAI result portal.
Steps to Download Result
- Visit the official ICAI result website.
- Click on “CA Intermediate May 2026 Result.”
- Enter your Registration Number.
- Enter your Roll Number.
- Submit the details.
- Download and save the scorecard for future reference.
Why the CA Intermediate Exam Is Important
Clearing both groups of the CA Intermediate examination is a mandatory requirement before students can register for the CA Final Course.
The CA qualification remains one of India’s most prestigious professional credentials in accounting, auditing, taxation, and finance.
Currently, ICAI has approximately 4 lakh members and more than 8.5 lakh active students, making it one of the largest professional accounting bodies in the world.
