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Start your ACCA journey with the foundational layer covering business, management accounting and financial accounting.
Build technical depth across law, taxation, financial reporting, audit, and financial management.
Reach the highest ACCA level with strategic leadership, reporting, and two specialist optional papers.
Everything you need to understand the ACCA Course before you start your professional accounting journey.
ACCA stands for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. It is a globally recognised professional accountancy qualification designed to develop accounting, finance, audit, taxation, financial management and strategic business skills.
The ACCA qualification combines examinations with an Ethics and Professional Skills Module and a Practical Experience Requirement (PER) as part of the journey towards ACCA membership. (ACCA Global)
ACCA stands for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. The qualification is designed for students and professionals who want to build careers across accounting, audit, taxation, financial reporting, consulting, financial management and business.
The current ACCA qualification therefore includes 13 exams, although the actual number a student needs to sit can be lower when eligible exemptions apply. (ACCA Global)
Your previous academic qualifications may allow you to claim exemptions from certain ACCA exams. The exact exemptions depend on your qualification and ACCA's official assessment.
Don't guess your exemptions. Get your personalised ACCA exemption check.
Becoming an ACCA member is not only about passing exams. Students also need to complete the required professional development and practical experience requirements. (ACCA Global)
Your total ACCA cost can include registration, annual subscription, exam fees, learning materials and coaching fees. Exam charges vary by exam level, location and entry period. For example, ACCA's India fee page currently lists the December 2026 standard entry fee for Applied Skills exams at £151 per exam. (ACCA Global)
Not sure whether ACCA is right for you? Here are some of the strongest reasons students choose the qualification.
The ACCA Course can be a strong option for students and professionals who want a career in accounting, finance or business.
If you have passed Class 10, you can start your ACCA journey with NPA Global. Students who don't meet the minimum entry requirements can explore the foundation route. (ACCA Global)
Graduates may be eligible for exemptions depending on their degree and subjects studied.
Existing accounting and finance qualifications may provide exemptions. Your exact exemption eligibility should always be verified through ACCA's official exemption process.
ACCA can be pursued alongside a job with a planned study schedule and suitable exam strategy.
Starting ACCA after Class 10 can give students an early opportunity to build professional accounting knowledge alongside their higher education.
Students can build their accounting foundation early while continuing their graduation journey.
A student can progress through the ACCA pathway based on eligibility and exemptions.
Your ACCA journey can be planned around your academic background, exemptions and study pace.
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Confirm that you meet ACCA's entry requirements based on your educational background. Students who do not yet meet the standard entry requirements can explore the foundation route. (ACCA Global)
Your previous qualifications may entitle you to exemptions from certain ACCA exams. The exact number depends on your qualification and ACCA's official assessment. Always verify exemptions through the ACCA exemptions checker. (ACCA Global)
Three papers: Business & Technology (BT), Management Accounting (MA) and Financial Accounting (FA). Students who are eligible may receive exemptions for some or all of these papers based on their prior qualifications.
Six papers: Corporate & Business Law (LW), Performance Management (PM), Taxation (TX), Financial Reporting (FR), Audit & Assurance (AA) and Financial Management (FM). This level develops core professional accounting and finance skills.
Four papers: Strategic Business Leader (SBL) and Strategic Business Reporting (SBR) are mandatory. Students also choose two optional papers from Advanced Financial Management (AFM), Advanced Performance Management (APM), Advanced Taxation (ATX) or Advanced Audit & Assurance (AAA).
The Ethics and Professional Skills Module is a mandatory part of the ACCA qualification. It must be completed as part of the journey towards ACCA membership. (ACCA Global)
The Practical Experience Requirement (PER) is a mandatory part of the ACCA qualification. Students must complete the required practical experience as part of the journey towards ACCA membership. (ACCA Global)
The current qualification journey consists of exams, the Ethics and Professional Skills Module and Practical Experience Requirement. (ACCA Global)
One of the biggest advantages of entering ACCA with existing qualifications is that you may be eligible for exemptions.
The exact number depends on your previous qualification, institution, subjects and ACCA's exemption assessment.
| Your Qualification | Possible ACCA Exemptions |
|---|---|
| B.Com / Commerce Degree | Depends on university & subjects |
| M.Com | Depends on qualification |
| BBA / Finance | Depends on subjects |
| CA Foundation | May qualify for certain exemptions |
| CA Intermediate | Potentially more exemptions |
| CMA India | Potential exemptions |
| Other Accounting Qualifications | ACCA assessment required |
Speak to a mentor to understand your ACCA exemption eligibility based on your specific qualification.
An ACCA qualification can open career opportunities across accounting, audit, taxation, financial management, reporting and business.
Prepare and analyse financial information.
Support budgeting, costing and business decisions.
Work on financial audits, controls and assurance.
Support businesses and individuals with tax planning and compliance.
Analyse financial data and support investment or business decisions.
Work on forecasting, budgeting and performance analysis.
Help organisations manage financial and regulatory risks.
Lead financial planning, reporting and decision-making.
Progress towards senior financial leadership roles with experience.
ACCA salary varies significantly depending on experience, location, employer, role, skills and industry. The figures below are indicative benchmarks by career stage and should not be treated as guaranteed compensation.
| Experience Level | India (INR) | UAE (AED / month) | UK / Global |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level0–2 years | ₹ 4–8 LPA | AED 5,000–8,000 | GBP 28,000–38,000 / yr |
| Mid Level3–6 years | ₹ 8–18 LPA | AED 10,000–18,000 | GBP 40,000–55,000 / yr |
| Senior Level7–10 years | ₹ 18–35 LPA | AED 20,000–35,000 | GBP 50,000–70,000 / yr |
| Leadership / CFO Track10+ years | ₹ 40 LPA+ | AED 40,000+ | USD 100,000+ / yr |
| Big 4 FresherIndia, 0 yrs | ₹ 6–10 LPA | — | — |
| Big 4 Senior Associate3–5 years | ₹ 12–22 LPA | — | — |
ⓘ Disclaimer: Salary depends on employer, location, experience, role, skills and market conditions. Figures shown on this page should be treated as indicative rather than guaranteed compensation.
ACCA is particularly attractive for students who want an internationally oriented accounting and finance career.
Build careers across accounting firms, MNCs, banks, financial services and corporates.
Explore accounting, audit, taxation and finance opportunities across the Gulf region.
Develop a career in one of the world's major financial centres.
Opportunities across finance, accounting and business services.
Build international accounting and finance experience subject to local employment and regulatory requirements.
Explore accounting and finance career opportunities while considering applicable local requirements.
Most students who attempt ACCA don't fail because ACCA is too hard. They fail because they had no structure, no mentor, and no one in their corner. We have seen this pattern for years — and built NPA Global specifically to break it.
Passing ACCA exams is important — but knowing what to study, when to study and how to apply it can make your preparation more structured.
NPA Global's roots go back over three decades. We have built one of India's most respected finance education institutions — not through marketing, but through consistent student results.
Our Indore campus gives students a dedicated learning environment, face-to-face doubt sessions, and a peer community — something no online-only institute can replicate.
Study from Indore or anywhere in India. NPA's hybrid model combines live classes, recorded sessions, and in-person intensives so you never fall behind regardless of your location.
Resume building, LinkedIn strategy, Big 4 interview prep, and recruiter connects — all under one roof. We don't stop at helping you pass. We help you get placed.
We deliberately limit batch sizes so every student gets direct access to the mentor. No 200-student classrooms. No anonymous learning. Your doubts get answered — by name.
NPA Global is an ACCA Silver Approved Course Provider. Our study materials are reviewed and approved by ACCA — you study exactly what is required to pass each paper.
Our exclusive head-start programme for Class 11 & 12 students lets you complete Applied Knowledge papers before board exams — giving you a 12-month advantage over peers.
Learn ACCA From Mentors Who Understand the Profession
ACCA preparation becomes more meaningful when students learn from professionals who understand accounting, finance and the real-world expectations of employers.
At NPA Global, your ACCA journey can be structured beyond classroom teaching.
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Speak with an ACCA mentor to understand the qualification, assess your eligibility, and plan your next steps.
Receive a study plan built around your academic background, exemptions, exam windows and available study time.
Choose your preferred learning format and batch — online or offline — based on your schedule and location.
Follow a structured paper-by-paper learning plan with live sessions, recorded lectures and regular mentor interaction.
Prepare for each exam with timed mock tests and structured feedback to identify areas for improvement before the real sitting.
Focused revision, past paper practice and exam strategy support in the weeks leading up to each ACCA exam sitting.
Build your professional profile alongside your studies with guidance on resume preparation, LinkedIn and career planning.
Access placement support and employer connections as you complete your ACCA qualification and move into professional roles.
The ACCA qualification is structured across three progressive levels — Applied Knowledge, Applied Skills, and Strategic Professional. You progress level by level, building technical depth and strategic thinking until you qualify as a globally recognised finance professional. Here is every paper you will complete.
| Code | Paper Name | Core Topics | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BT | Business Technology | Business environment, IT systems, data analytics | Compulsory |
| MA | Management Accounting | Costing, budgeting, performance management | Compulsory |
| FA | Financial Accounting | Double-entry, trial balance, financial statements | Compulsory |
| Code | Paper Name | Core Topics | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| LW | Corporate & Business Law | Contract law, company law, employment law | Compulsory |
| PM | Performance Management | Advanced management accounting, KPIs, strategy | Compulsory |
| TX | Taxation | UK tax / India variant available — income tax, VAT, corporate | Compulsory |
| FR | Financial Reporting | IFRS standards, group accounts, complex reporting | Compulsory |
| AA | Audit & Assurance | Audit process, risk assessment, reporting | Compulsory |
| FM | Financial Management | Capital structure, working capital, investment appraisal | Compulsory |
| Code | Paper Name | Core Topics | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBL | Strategic Business Leader | Case study exam, leadership, governance, strategy | Compulsory |
| SBR | Strategic Business Reporting | Advanced IFRS, integrated reporting, ethics | Compulsory |
| Optional — Choose 2 of 4: Advanced Financial Management (AFM) / Advanced Taxation (ATX) / Advanced Audit & Assurance (AAA) / Advanced Performance Management (APM) | |||
NPA Guidance: Your choice of 2 optional papers should align with your career goals. Aspiring to investment banking or corporate finance? Choose AFM. Targeting Big 4 audit or assurance roles? Choose AAA. Focused on tax advisory? Choose ATX. Planning a career in strategic consulting or CFO roles? Choose APM. Our expert mentors personally advise every NPA student on optional paper selection during your personalised roadmap session.
ACCA is redesigning its qualification into Foundations, Knowledge, Expertise and Strategic Professional pathways.
The redesigned qualification is scheduled to begin transitioning from 2027, with the final sitting of the current Applied Skills and Strategic Professional exams planned for June 2027. (ACCA Global)
If you are already studying ACCA, don’t panic about the transition. ACCA has published specific transition guidance for existing students. (ACCA Global)
A professional qualification is only one part of your career journey.
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"I joined NPA to understand my options after CA. The structured ACCA roadmap helped me make a clear career decision."
"I had completed my graduation but wasn't sure which professional qualification to choose. NPA's counselling helped me understand how ACCA fits into my career plan."
"The recorded learning format helped me continue my ACCA preparation while working."
"The personalised guidance helped us understand the ACCA pathway and make a confident decision for our child."
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