--- title: ACCA Exam Fees 2026: Complete Cost Breakdown Guide description: How much does ACCA actually cost in 2026? From registration to exam fees, exemptions, and tuition, here is a verified breakdown to help you budget properly. --- # **ACCA Exam Fees and Costs: Budgeting for Your Qualification** Updated: 14 September 2026, 11:13 am IST * * * If you are thinking about pursuing ACCA, the first question that comes up is almost always the same. How much is this actually going to cost? It is a fair question, and the answer is not one number. It is a combination of registration, annual subscriptions, exam fees, and study costs that add up over time. This blog breaks it all down clearly so you know exactly what you are signing up for financially. * * * ## What Is ACCA? ACCA stands for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. It is one of the most widely recognised accounting qualifications in the world, accepted in over 180 countries. The qualification covers accounting, audit, finance, taxation, and business strategy. (If you are weighing up accounting qualifications, ACCA's global reach is genuinely hard to match.   **Also Read:** [What is ACCA? Full Form, Course Details, Fees & Duration](https://amityonline.com/blog/acca-exam-fees-and-costs) ### Why Knowing the ACCA Course Cost Matters ACCA is not a short course. It has 13 exams across three levels, a mandatory ethics module, and three years of practical work experience. Knowing the full financial picture upfront helps you plan your timeline, pace your exams, and avoid running short on budget halfway through. The good news is that [all official ACCA fees are published transparently on the ACCA Global website](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html).   **Also Read:** [Online Courses and Study Programs for ACCA Preparation](https://amityonline.com/blog/online-courses-and-study-programs-for-acca)   * * * * * * ## ACCA Qualification Structure: Three Levels Before getting into costs, here is how the qualification is structured: - **Applied Knowledge level:** 3 papers (BT, MA, FA), available on-demand year-round at CBE centres - **Applied Skills level:** 6 papers (LW, PM, TX, FR, AA, FM), taken in fixed exam sessions - **Strategic Professional level:** 2 compulsory papers (SBL, SBR) and 2 optional papers from AFM, APM, ATX, AAA Plus the **Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM)**, which must be completed before the Strategic Professional level.   **Also Read:** [ACCA Subjects, Eligibility, Exemptions and Career Benefits](https://amityonline.com/blog/acca-subject-levels)   * * * ## ACCA Exam Fees 2026: Complete Breakdown in INR All fees below are sourced directly from the [official ACCA India fees page](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html). INR figures are calculated at [₹128 per GBP, the current exchange rate as of May 15, 2026](https://www.bookmyforex.com/currency-converter/gbp-to-inr/). ### Registration and Subscription: Fee INR (approx.) Source [Initial registration (one-time)](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ₹11,400 ACCA Global India [Annual subscription 2026](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ₹17,920 ACCA Global India [Re-registration if lapsed](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ₹11,400 ACCA Global India ### Exam Fees per Paper (June 2026 standard entry): Level Paper INR (approx.) Source Applied Knowledge BT, MA, FA [Set by local CBE centres](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ACCA Global India Applied Skills PM, TX, FR, AA, FM, LW [₹18,816 per paper](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ACCA Global India Strategic Professional SBL [₹33,280](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ACCA Global India Strategic Professional SBR, AFM, APM, ATX, AAA [₹23,680 per paper](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ACCA Global India Ethics Module (EPSM)   [₹10,368](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ACCA Global India ### Exemption fees: Exemption INR (approx.) Source [Applied Knowledge exemption per paper](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ₹11,008 ACCA Global India [Applied Skills exemption per paper](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html) ₹14,592 ACCA Global India > (Exemptions save you exam time but not the fee entirely. You still pay to claim them.) * * * ## Total Estimated Cost of the Full ACCA Qualification [The total cost of completing ACCA typically ranges from ₹1,92,000 to over ₹3,84,000](https://edudelphi.com/blog/acca-exam-fees/), depending on exemptions, retakes, and how long you take to finish. Here is a rough estimate for a student with no exemptions sitting all 13 papers, with all figures sourced from the [ACCA Global India fees page](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees/fees-charges-india.html): - Initial registration: ₹11,400 - Annual subscription × 3 years: ₹53,760 - Applied Skills × 6 papers: ₹1,12,896 - Strategic Professional × 4 papers: approximately ₹1,04,320 - Ethics module: ₹10,368 - Applied Knowledge exams: varies by CBE centre **Total (excluding Knowledge level and tuition): approximately ₹2,92,744** Since [ACCA fees are payable in GBP and INR equivalent changes with exchange rates](https://www.iproledge.com/post/acca-exam-fees-2025-2026-registration-annual-subscription-exam-costs), always check the current rate before making payments. ### Exemptions: Who Qualifies and What It Saves If you hold a relevant prior qualification, ACCA may grant exemptions from certain papers. [Indian CAs (ICAI) and CMAs (ICMAI) are typically eligible for up to 9 exemptions](https://www.zelleducation.com/blog/acca-registration-fees/), covering all 3 Applied Knowledge and 6 Applied Skills papers, letting you start directly at the Strategic Professional level. Use the [ACCA exemption calculator on the official website](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees.html) to check your specific eligibility. **Also Read:** [Online BBA+ACCA Program: Syllabus, Career, Benefits](https://amityonline.com/blog/online-bba-acca-career-boost) ### ACCA Tuition and Study Material Costs Exam fees are just one part of the total cost. [Tuition costs in India typically range from ₹50,000 to ₹2,00,000](https://www.iproledge.com/post/acca-exam-fees-2025-2026-registration-annual-subscription-exam-costs) for the full qualification, depending on whether you self-study or enrol with an approved learning partner. Official ACCA-approved publishers BPP and Kaplan produce the most widely used study materials.   * * * ## ACCA Exam Dates in 2026 [ACCA runs four exam sessions every year: March, June, September, and December](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates). Here are the confirmed 2026 sessions, [sourced from ACCA's official exam timetable](https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/getting-started/important-dates.html): - **March 2026:** Exams [2 to 6 March](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates), results [11 April](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates) - **June 2026:** Exams [1 to 5 June](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates), results [13 July](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates) - **September 2026:** Exams [7 to 11 September](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates), results [19 October](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates) - **December 2026:** Exams [1 to 5 December](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates), results [11 January 2027](https://eduyush.com/en-us/blogs/acca/acca-exam-dates) [Applied Knowledge papers are available on-demand year-round at CBE centres](https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/getting-started/important-dates.html). Applied Skills and Strategic Professional papers are session-based, with full variants in June and December. Always register during the standard entry window to avoid late fees.   * * * ## Tips to Manage ACCA Costs Smartly - **Register early.** [Standard entry fees are significantly lower than late entry fees](https://xylemlearning.com/acca-exam-dates-registration-timetable/). Do not leave it for the last week - **Do not sit papers you are not ready for.** Resit fees are the biggest hidden cost and they add up fast - **Check your exemptions first.** [Claim them before paying full exam fees](https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/qualifications/accountancy-career/fees.html) if you have a relevant prior qualification - **Pay your annual subscription on time.** [It is due by 1 January every year](https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/getting-started/important-dates.html). Miss it and you pay a re-registration fee on top - **Plan your sessions smartly.** Spacing papers across sessions reduces pressure and the risk of costly retakes   * * * ## Is ACCA Worth the Cost? For most students, yes. [ACCA-qualified professionals typically earn 20 to 30% more than non-qualified peers in similar roles](https://edudelphi.com/blog/acca-exam-fees/). Entry-level roles in India for ACCA members start from around ₹3,00,000 to ₹6,00,000 per annum, mid-level professionals earn ₹6,00,000 to ₹12,00,000, and senior roles can go significantly higher. The qualification also opens international career doors that most India-only accounting qualifications simply cannot.   **Also Read:** [ACCA MBA: Best Colleges Providing ACCA in India](https://amityonline.com/blog/acca-mba-career-benefits)   * * * * * * ## Summing Up ACCA is a financial commitment, there is no getting around that. But it is a structured one with fees published clearly and officially, and the return on that investment over a finance career is well documented. Know your exemptions, plan your sessions, register on time, and budget for tuition alongside exam fees. That is really all the financial planning you need to get started. 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She writes about online learning, admissions, scholarships, student success, and learner experience, creating content that empowers students to make informed academic and career decisions.  * * * ## frequently asked questions * * * ### What are the registration fees for the ACCA qualification? + A one-time registration fee of Rs 8,361 (approx) is required to be paid for registering for the ACCA exam. * * * ### Are there any annual subscription fees for ACCA students? + Yes, students pursuing the ACCA qualification must pay an annual subscription fee worth Rs 12,200 (approx). * * * ### What are the exam entry fees for ACCA exams? + The entry fee for ACCA exams varies as per the skill applied for. Students appearing for the Knowledge level exam are required to pay Rs 10,500 (approx), those appearing for the Skill level pay Rs 13,500 (approx), and Professional level exam applicants are required to pay in the range of Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 (approx). * * * ### How can I reduce my ACCA exam costs? + You may try to secure an exemption fee or check whether you’re eligible for a lower membership subscription by meeting certain criteria. You may also consider self-studying in place of taking the course to reduce the ACCA exam cost. * * * ### Are there any additional costs associated with the ACCA qualification? + Yes, there may be some extra costs associated with buying study materials, revision kits, textbooks, practice materials, and the like. This may vary depending on the subject. * * * ### What are the costs of ACCA study materials? + The estimated cost may vary from Rs 5,336 to Rs 16,008 per subject. * * * ### Can I get a refund if I withdraw from an ACCA exam? + You are entitled to a full refund only within the 14-day cancellation period from the date of fee payment for exam entry. * * *