The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) conducted the CA Final old course’s last attempt in December 2021. Students must switch from the old course to the new course after that. However, recently, a new date has been announced by the ICAI for the conversion to the new syllabus, which is May 1, 2023. The students have to get themselves registered on or before the mentioned date.
On July 1st, 2017, the revised scheme of education and training for the CA course came into effect after taking into account the suggestions from various stakeholders. The ICAI developed the Revised Scheme of Education and Training in accordance with the International Education Standards published by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC).
Are you also attempting the CA Final in May 2023 and want to convert from the old course to the new course? Then read further to get more clarity.
CA Final Old Course Last Attempt
The new course under CA Final came into effect on July 1, 2017. The last attempt under the old course for the CA Final exam was extended to December 2021.
Those planning to sit for the CA Final May 2023 exam under the new syllabus must submit the conversion form for CA Final (Old Scheme) to CA Final (Revised Scheme) by May 1, 2023. Exams for the CA Final in May 2023 will only be taken under the new syllabus.
How Do I Switch From the Old Course to the New Course in CA?
All the aspirants must convert from the old course to the new course after December 2021 attempt. They can follow these simple steps for the conversion:
- Go to the official website of ICAI and then click on the Self-Service Portal (SSP).
- Enter login credentials provided by the ICAI at the time of registration.
- Click on the student function, and below, a conversion form will be displayed.
- If the conversion form is not there under the student function, click on the student function.
- Click on the option other forms under the student module.
- Then, click on the form named Apply for conversion- convert the old to a new course.
- The personal details will be filled in automatically and click on Save and continue.
- The next step is to fill in the conversion details as per your course and click on Save and Continue.
- Before making the payment, the candidate has to upload the recent photograph, signature, and the previous course mark sheet and at last make the payment of Rs.1000 for conversion.
CA IPCC Old Syllabus to New Syllabus Conversion
Students who are enrolled in the old course and have not passed any of the groups must convert from the CA Old syllabus to the new syllabus by May 1, 2023, as announced by ICAI. Students will have to pay a conversion fee of Rs. 1000.
The conversion can be made for the CA IPCC from the old syllabus to new syllabus by following the below steps:
- Visit the ICAI’s official website and then select the Self-Service Portal (SSP).
- Log in using the credentials provided to you by the ICAI during registration.
- When you click on the student function, a conversion form will appear below.
- Click on the student function if the conversion form is not displayed there.
- Select the other forms option found in the student module.
- Click the Apply for Conversion- Convert Old to New Course form after that.
- Click Save to continue after the personal information is automatically filled in.
- Complete the conversion information as per the CA IPCC attempt given by the candidate and click on Save and Continue.
- The candidate must upload a current photo, signature photo, and previous attempt mark sheet and then make the payment.
ICAI Old to New Conversion Fees
Students are required to pay a conversion fee of Rs. 1000, which is the same for both CA final and CA intermediate. The study materials will be sent to the students at no cost after this conversion is complete, but they have to bear the transportation cost.
FAQs: CA Final Old Course Last Attempt
1. When is the last date for the conversion of the old syllabus to the new syllabus?
The last date for conversion of the old syllabus to the new syllabus for both the CA intermediate and CA final exam for the May 2023 attempt is May 1, 2023.
2. Will ICAI extend the old course?
No, as announced by ICAI, after the December 2021 attempt, students have to register themselves under the new course, and the ones who registered under the old course have to convert it to the new course.
3. How much does ICAI charge for new syllabus conversion?
The conversion fee for the candidates is Rs.1000 from the old syllabus to the new syllabus. The candidates have to log in to the Self-Service Portal on the official site of ICAI and fill out the conversion form.
Conclusion
As you all know, the deadline for conversion is May 1, 2023, for the upcoming attempt, fill out the conversion form as soon as possible, so you do not miss out on making the attempt. Spread the word with your fellow aspirants, and read this article about CA Final Old Course Last Attempt You can check out our other articles if you want to know more about CA Final and CA IPCC attempts.
