{"id":2138,"date":"2025-06-13T12:37:30","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T12:37:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/?p=2138"},"modified":"2026-03-24T05:36:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T05:36:55","slug":"acca-eligibility-criteria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-eligibility-criteria\/","title":{"rendered":"ACCA Eligibility Criteria: After 10th, 12th, Graduation &#038; BCOM Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nAre you dreaming of global accounting career and not sure when to start? ACCA can help you get there. This blog explains<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the ACCA eligibility criteria after 10th, 12th, Graduation &amp; BCOM.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to be aware of the eligibility requirements to plan the path to becoming a certified accountant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will guide you through the ACCA eligibility criteria<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in India<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We will cover the ACCA course eligibility at every stage, from entry requirements to exemptions. It will help you decide the best time to begin your course journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #32dbc6; padding: 0px 0px 0px 20px; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 22px !important; line-height: 0 !important; padding-bottom: 15px !important;\"><b>Table of Contents:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ol class=\"tbl-content\" style=\"line-height: 2 !important;\">\n<li><b><a href=\"#accaoverview\">What is ACCA: An Overview<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"#exam\">Breakdown of ACCA Exams and Levels<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"#eligibilty\">ACCA Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply and What You Need to Know<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"#exemption\">ACCA Course Exemptions<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li id=\"accaoverview\"><b><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>What is ACCA: An Overview<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The full form of ACCA is the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. It is a body, an organisation that issues the Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) qualification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It stands out as an accounting and finance qualification recognised in 180+ countries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-duration\/\">ACCA duration<\/a> is typically 3 years on average. It also varies depending on whether candidates are exempt due to their previous education and experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No doubt, the qualification opens doors to various job roles with competitive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-salary-india\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACCA salary in India<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and abroad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, before taking a step forward, you must be aware of the ACCA course eligibility to reach your goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"exam\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The primary purpose of ACCA is to provide professional accountancy education and learning. Its scope extends to corporate reporting, audit, corporate governance, and sustainability. The ACCA organisation also promotes ethical standards and the appropriate regulation of accounting.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-button text-center pulse-btn my-2\">\n<div class=\"btn-wrap show-btn-web\"><a class=\"popup-trigger\" rel=\"noopener\">Free guidance from ACCA experts<br \/>\n<small>Get 1-1 Free Counselling at edZeb<\/small><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>Breakdown of ACCA Exams and Levels<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ACCA course is structured in a way that it builds your skills step by step. It has three main levels of exams, and each level consists of some exams.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a brief overview of the levels and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-subjects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACCA subjects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> included at each stage:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 99.5904%; height: 239px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 55px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 33.9845%; text-align: center; height: 55px;\"><b>ACCA Levels<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.1623%; text-align: center; height: 55px;\"><b>No. of Papers<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.4976%; text-align: center; height: 55px;\"><b>Subjects Included<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 55px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 33.9845%; height: 55px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applied Knowledge Level<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.1623%; height: 55px;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.4976%; text-align: center; height: 55px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BT, MA and FA<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 55px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 33.9845%; height: 55px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applied Skills Level<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.1623%; height: 55px;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.4976%; text-align: center; height: 55px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LW, PM, TX, FR, AA, and FM<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 80px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 33.9845%; height: 74px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic Professional Level<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.1623%; height: 74px;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.4976%; text-align: center; height: 74px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SBL, SBR, and two from: AFM, APM, ATX, AAA<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In total, there are 13 exams that you need to clear unless you are eligible for any exemptions allowed for the candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Knowledge Level (Applied Knowledge) \u2013 3 Papers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the starting point of your ACCA journey. It helps you understand the basics of accounting and business. At this level, you will study,<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business and Technology (BT)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Management Accounting (MA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial Accounting (FA)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These exams are simple in format and can be taken at any time of the year. You can also take them from home via remote testing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Skill Level (Applied Skills) \u2013 6 Papers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have built a strong foundation, this level moves you into more advanced areas. You learn practical skills that are needed in real-world finance jobs. It includes,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate and Business Law (LW)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performance Management (PM)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taxation (TX)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial Reporting (FR)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Audit and Assurance (AA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial Management (FM)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These exams are session-based, which means you can take them in March, June, September, and December.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Professional Level \u2013 4 Papers (2 Compulsory + 2 Optional)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the final stage in which you need to pass 3 exams. It prepares you for strategic decision-making roles. The level is divided into two parts:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Essentials (Compulsory):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic Business Leader (SBL)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic Business Reporting (SBR)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Options (Choose Any 2):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Financial Management (AFM)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Performance Management (APM)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Taxation (ATX)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span id=\"eligibilty\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At this stage, your learning is more practical and focused on leadership. You are trained to think like a manager or director. This exam structure allows you to study and work at the same time. It is very flexible in a way that you can appear for one exam at a time. You can complete all levels in about 2.5 to 3 years, depending on how many papers you take per session and whether you get any exemptions.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-button text-center pulse-btn my-2\">\n<div class=\"btn-wrap show-btn-web\"><a class=\"popup-trigger\" rel=\"noopener\">Start Your ACCA Journey Today<br \/>\n<small>Get 1-1 Free Counselling at edZeb<\/small><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>ACCA Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply and What You Need to Know<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The eligibility criteria for ACCA qualification are essential to understand to plan your journey further. The best part about the credential is that it is open to students from different educational backgrounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are in school, in college, or even working professionally. You will always find ways to start your ACCA journey at any given point of time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go through the table for information in brief,<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 97.5434%; height: 256px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 44px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 32.8454%; text-align: center; height: 44px;\"><b>Academic Qualification<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.37%; text-align: center; height: 44px;\"><b>Entry Route<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.1234%; text-align: center; height: 44px;\"><b>Exemptions Available<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 43px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 32.8454%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After 10th (Class X)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.37%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foundations in Accountancy (FIA)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.1234%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 43px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 32.8454%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After 12th (10+2)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.37%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct ACCA Entry (If 65% in English &amp; Maths\/Accounts)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.1234%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No (unless prior learning applies)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 43px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 32.8454%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After BCom<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.37%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct ACCA Entry<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.1234%; text-align: center; height: 43px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 4\u20135 papers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 42px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 32.8454%; text-align: center; height: 42px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After Graduation (Other Streams)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.37%; text-align: center; height: 42px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct ACCA Entry<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.1234%; text-align: center; height: 42px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based on degree and subjects<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 41px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 32.8454%; text-align: center; height: 41px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qualified CA<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.37%; text-align: center; height: 41px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct ACCA Entry<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.1234%; text-align: center; height: 41px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 9 papers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You shall read further to understand the eligibility for ACCA, who can apply and what the right path is that you can follow to pursue the qualification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>ACCA Eligibility after 10th<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The eligibility criteria for ACCA basically is to start your ACCA after 12th. But if you want to start it early, you must be aware of the ACCA eligibility after 10th. So, for that, you can enter through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accaglobal.com\/gb\/en\/qualifications\/glance\/foundation-level\/overview.html\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foundations in Accountancy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (FIA). It allows you to study a few foundation-level papers, including,<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FA1: Fundamentals of Accounting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MA1: Fundamentals of Management Accounting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FA2: Fundamentals of Financial Accounting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MA2: Fundamentals of Management Accounting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FBT: Fundamentals of Business Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FMA: Fundamentals of Management Accounting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>FFA:<\/strong> Fundamentals of Financial Accounting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and then progress to the main qualification. This route is ideal for students who want to start early and build a strong base in accounting and finance. It also saves time in the long run because you are already on your path during your school years. So yes, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-after-10th\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACCA after 10th<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is possible, but check your ACCA eligibility after 10th to fast-track your journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, eligibility for ACCA exam is quite flexible. Start by enrolling in the foundation course, and continue with the qualification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>ACCA Eligibility after 12th<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most students begin their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-after-12th\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACCA after 12th<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you have finished school with Commerce, Science, or Arts, you fit in the ACCA eligibility after 12th criteria, provided that you meet some of the basic percentage requirements as follows:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At least 65% marks in English and Maths\/Accounts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum 50% marks in other subjects<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most common entry point for ACCA aspirants. In case you do not meet the percentage criteria, you must start with the Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) course. Later, it allows you to transition to the main ACCA qualification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, yes, you fulfil the ACCA eligibility after 12th, with or without Maths, and from any stream. Please ensure that you follow the right path towards achieving your accounting and finance goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>ACCA Eligibility after Graduation<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-after-graduation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACCA after graduation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the good news is that the eligibility is quite flexible.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0It can be pursued by anyone who is interested in doing it, coming from any background.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, graduates in BBA or BAF fulfil the ACCA eligibility after graduation. They are also eligible for a few ACCA exemptions from certain exams. You will generally start from the Skill level after skipping the Knowledge level, depending on your university and subjects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This not only shortens your ACCA journey but also gives you the advantage of applying your academic knowledge to a global qualification.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>ACCA eligibility criteria after BCom<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree gives you a head start in ACCA. These graduates come from a finance background being aware of the basics. After your BCom, your eligibility for ACCA exam improves significantly.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combining <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-with-bcom\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACCA with BCom<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a smart way to fast-track your career in international finance and accounting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, students in an accredited educational institute who meet the ACCA eligibility criteria after BCom are eligible for conditional exemptions. They may get exempted from up to 4\u20135 papers in the Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes exemptions from papers like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business and Technology (BT)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Management Accounting (MA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial Accounting (FA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate and Business Law<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taxation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You get these exemptions depending on the syllabus you studied during your degree. As a graduate, your foundation is already laid, so you can fast-track your ACCA qualification, saving both time and effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"exemption\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note: Kindly ensure your ACCA eligibility criteria in India by checking with the official ACCA website or consulting a trusted ACCA Gold learning partner, like edZeb.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>ACCA Course Exemptions<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edzeb.com\/blog\/acca-exemptions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACCA exemptions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are one of the best things about ACCA. It is based on your prior education and experience. If you have already studied finance, accounting, or business-related subjects, then ACCA rewards you by allowing you to skip certain exams. Below are the benefits you can avail from the exemptions,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commerce graduates (like BCom, BBA, BAF) \u2013 up to 5\u20136 papers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qualified Chartered Accountants (CA) \u2013 up to 9 papers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MBA Finance holders \u2013 around 4\u20135 papers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postgraduates in Accounting or Finance \u2013 based on subject overlap<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These exemptions are generally the exams that you can skip from the applied knowledge level or the applied skills level. Exemptions are granted by ACCA after reviewing your academics. It ensures you do not waste time relearning what you already know. ACCA helps you focus on advancing your career faster.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"conclusion\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, to check exactly which exemptions you qualify for, you can use the ACCA Exemption Calculator on the official ACCA website or consult your coaching institute, like edZeb, for a personalised review.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-button text-center pulse-btn my-2\">\n<div class=\"btn-wrap show-btn-web\"><a class=\"popup-trigger\" rel=\"noopener\">Need Help Understanding ACCA?<br \/>\n<small>Get 1-1 Free Counselling at edZeb<\/small><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be concluded that you can do ACCA whether you are a high school student, a college graduate, or a working professional. There is always a way to start your ACCA journey. From Class 10 students to BCom graduates who get multiple exemptions. ACCA is one of the most recognised certifications you can pursue. It is the right <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">time to stop wondering about the ACCA <\/span><span id=\"faq\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eligibility criteria and start planning your route.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>FAQ&#8217;s<\/strong><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-2146 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-2146.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-2146.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-2146.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-2146.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-2146.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1749818383\"><div id=\"sp-ea-2146\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-21460\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse21460\" aria-controls=\"collapse21460\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Can I do ACCA directly after 12th?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse21460\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2146\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-21460\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><strong>Yes<\/strong>, <b>You can start ACCA after 12th<\/b>. Many students in India and across the world begin their journey at this stage. The course has an entry pathway called Foundation in Accountancy (FIA)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-21461\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse21461\" aria-controls=\"collapse21461\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can I do ACCA after 12th Commerce?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse21461\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2146\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-21461\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Absolutely, you can do ACCA after 12th Commerce. If you meet the basic percentage criteria, you can directly enroll into the ACCA Applied Knowledge level.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-21462\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse21462\" aria-controls=\"collapse21462\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the ACCA 7-year rule?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse21462\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2146\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-21462\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 7-year rule applies only to the Strategic Professional Level. Once you pass your first paper at this level, you must complete all remaining papers within 7 years, or your passed papers will expire.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-21463\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse21463\" aria-controls=\"collapse21463\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is ACCA the Right Global Career Path for You?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse21463\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2146\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-21463\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you want to work in international finance, audit, or accounting roles, then yes, ACCA is a strong global qualification. It is recognised in 180+ countries and offers access to Big 4 firms, MNCs, and global career growth.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-21464\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse21464\" aria-controls=\"collapse21464\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Do Chartered Accountants get exemptions in ACCA courses?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse21464\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2146\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-21464\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes. Qualified Chartered Accountants in India get exemptions from up to 9 ACCA exams. It allows them to directly enter the Strategic Professional level. This makes the ACCA journey faster and more efficient for CAs.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you dreaming of global accounting career and not sure when to start? ACCA can help you get there. This blog explains the ACCA eligibility criteria after 10th, 12th, Graduation &amp; BCOM.\u00a0 It is important to be aware of the eligibility requirements to plan the path to becoming a certified accountant. 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