What Is ACCA? Fees 2026, Course & Placement Support

ACCA is a globally recognized professional accounting qualification awarded by the UK-based Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. It covers accounting, audit, taxation, financial management and advisory skills across three progressive levels:

ACCA Course Levels

• Applied Knowledge Level – Foundational accounting and business concepts
• Applied Skills Level – Core technical skills in tax, audit, and financial management
• Strategic Professional Level – Advanced strategic business leadership and reporting

The course consists of 13 papers in total, though many students qualify for exemptions based on prior education (like B.Com, BBA, or CA Inter), which reduces both time and cost.

ACCA exam fees are paid directly to ACCA (UK) and are separate from your coaching fees. Here's the current breakdown:

Note: These fees are set by ACCA (UK) and subject to change. NTS (Notice to Schedule) charges may apply separatelyband additional costs can include study materials, mock/review courses and retake fees if needed.

Beyond the exam fees paid to ACCA, your coaching and support costs depend on the plan you choose. We offer two structured options:

Both plans include our exam registration guidance, Kaplan-powered study resources, and placement assistance the main differences come down to class format, validity period and the depth of doubt-clearing support. If you're a working professional who needs flexibility, Silver works well; if you want live mentorship and maximum support, Platinum is built for that.

When you enroll with us, your course fee typically covers:

• Live or recorded ACCA classes led by qualified ACCA faculty
• Kaplan study materials - text books and revision kits
• Practice question banks for exam-style preparation
• Mock tests with detailed feedback
• Exam registration support - we guide you through ACCA (UK) registration
• Placement assistance - resume building, interview prep, and recruiter connects
• EMI options to make payment more manageable

Getting certified is only half the journey landing the right role afterward matters just as much. Here's what our placement track record looks like:

Placement Outcomes

• 68% of eligible learners secured employment within 4–6 months of course completion
• ~1.8x average salary growth reported among placed students
• Students placed at Deloitte, KPMG, EY, PwC, Grant Thornton, JP Morgan and other Big 4 firms and MNCs

 Real Placement Examples

• An ACCA-qualified analyst transitioned into a Final Analyst role at Deloitte, drawing 9.2 LPA
• An ACCA Affiliate moved into an Assistant Manager – Finance position at KPMG
• An ACCA-qualified professional secured an Audit Associate role at EY, at 8.4 LPA
• Another ACCA Affiliate stepped into a Senior Accountant role at Grant Thornton

 How We Support You Through Placement

• Resume and profile building tailored to finance and accounting roles
• Mock interviews and structured interview preparation
• Recruiter and hiring partner connects across Big 4 firms and top MNCs
• Career guidance from mentors who understand both the ACCA syllabus and industry expectations
• Alumni network access for referrals and career advice

We work with hiring partners across accounting, audit, taxation and financial advisory roles, so your placement support isn't generic it's built around where ACCA-qualified professionals are actually in demand.

A common concern students raise is whether the total ACCA investment exam fees plus coaching is worth it long-term. Here's a simple way to think about it:

Given that ACCA opens doors to audit, taxation, and financial advisory roles at firms like Deloitte, KPMG, EY and PwC, most students view the fee as a long-term career investment rather than a short-term expense especially when paired with structured placement support.

• Fill out the ACCA admission enquiry form on our website
• Submit your educational documents (we'll check for exemption eligibility)
• Choose between Online or Bangalore classroom batches
• Select your preferred plan (Platinum or Silver) and pay via EMI if needed
• Get access to classes, Kaplan study materials, and mock tests
• Register with ACCA (UK) for your exams, with our support throughout

Understanding ACCA fees for 2026  both the exam costs set by ACCA (UK) and the coaching investment  helps you plan your certification journey with clarity. At NorthStar Academy, we've structured our Platinum and Silver plans to fit different learning needs and budgets, and we back every student with placement support designed to get you into Big 4 firms and top MNCs, not just help you clear exams.