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ACCA Course Eligibility

Learn about ACCA eligibility requirements and who can apply from India.

Who Can Apply for the ACCA Course?

The ACCA course eligibility criteria are designed to be flexible and accessible for students and working professionals. The ACCA eligibility criteria allow candidates from commerce, finance, and even non-commerce backgrounds to pursue the qualification with the right entry pathway.

You are eligible for the ACCA course if you are:

A Class 12 pass meeting ACCA entry requirements

A B.Com, BBA, MBA, or M.Com graduate

A CA, CMA, or other qualified professional

A working professional in accounting, audit, tax, or finance

Key Advantage

A key advantage of ACCA for Indian students is its flexible eligibility — students from commerce, science, or even non-commerce backgrounds can pursue ACCA, making it an ideal choice for career transition into finance, audit, and global accounting roles.

💼 Work Experience Requirements

Practical Experience Requirement (PER)

Flexible and globally recognized work experience requirement designed for students and working professionals

Experience Requirement

Post-Exam Professional Experience

36 Months

Relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, audit, taxation, assurance, or business management

The 36 months of practical experience can be completed before, during, or after clearing ACCA exams, allowing students to start their careers early

Eligible Professional Areas

Financial Accounting & Reporting
Audit & Assurance
Taxation & Compliance
Management Accounting
Corporate Finance
Risk Management & Internal Audit

Key Advantages

Flexible and accessible requirements

Flexible Timeline

PER can be completed alongside exams

Wide Role Acceptance

Multiple finance and accounting roles qualify

Student Friendly

Start gaining experience while studying ACCA

Global Recognition

PER accepted across countries and industries

Who Should Complete ACCA PER?

ACCA students working in finance or accounting roles
Graduates planning careers in audit, tax, or corporate finance
Commerce, management, and accounting professionals
Working professionals seeking global accounting recognition
🎓 Eligibility Criteria

ACCA Eligibility for Indian Students

Globally accessible eligibility criteria designed for students and professionals from diverse educational backgrounds

ACCA Eligibility for Indian Students

Inclusive & Globally Accessible

ACCA eligibility for Indian students is highly flexible and inclusive. Students from commerce, science, arts, and management backgrounds can register for ACCA, subject to meeting minimum educational requirements set by ACCA (UK).

Eligible Academic Backgrounds

Commerce (B.Com, M.Com)
Management (BBA, MBA)
Science (B.Sc, M.Sc)
Arts (B.A, M.A)
Engineering Graduates
CA / CMA India / CS Students

Important Notes on ACCA Eligibility

No age limit to register for ACCA
No entrance exam required for ACCA registration
Students can register after Class 12 (via Foundation Route)
English proficiency is required as exams are conducted in English

Who Should Consider ACCA?

ACCA course eligibility makes it perfect for diverse career paths

Students & Graduates

Early starters and fresh graduates

12th pass students (Foundation route)
B.Com / BBA graduates
MBA / M.Com students
Commerce background students

Finance & Accounting Professionals

Professionals seeking global credentials

Accountants
Audit professionals
Tax consultants
Finance executives

CA / CMA / CS Aspirants

Professional qualification seekers

CA India students
CMA India candidates
Company Secretary students
Professionals seeking global exposure

Career Switchers

Professionals transitioning into accounting

Non-commerce graduates
Business professionals
Finance aspirants
Global career seekers

Meet the Eligibility? Start Your ACCA Journey!

Join thousands of successful professionals who chose ACCA for global career growth

Flexible Requirements
Global Recognition
Career Growth

Frequently Asked Questions

Still unsure? Find clear answers to the questions students ask most.

You can start ACCA after: 12th Commerce / Science, B.Com / BBA / BMS, CA / CMA / CS students, MBA / Graduates.
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