Thinking of appearing for CA Inter Group 1 (May attempt) and feeling slightly overwhelmed? Don’t worry — you’re not alone. Every CA student feels this way at some point. The key difference between those who clear and those who struggle is planning, consistency, and smart revision.

Here’s a practical and realistic study plan to help you crack CA Inter Group 1 confidently.

CA Inter Group 1 – Subjects Overview

Group 1 consists of three papers:

Paper Pattern

• ✔ 30% MCQs (Objective)
• ✔ 70% Descriptive / Subjective Questions

Note: Practical papers may include some theory questions, and theory papers may include practical elements — but the majority follows their core nature.

CA Inter Study Plan – The Right Approach

A proper study plan ensures you give equal attention to all subjects. Many students make these mistakes:

• Spending too much time reading theory without testing themselves
• Avoiding practice in practical subjects
• Revising passively without solving questions

Paper 1: Advanced Accounting

Advanced Accounts is a scoring subject if prepared conceptually.

Focus Areas:

• Accounting Standards (very important)
• Concept clarity over memorisation
• Repeated practice of important adjustments

Maintain a study journal for important concepts, formulas, and adjustments. This will save you during final revision.

Paper 2: Corporate and Other Laws

Law becomes interesting when you focus on the "Why" and the "Logic" behind sections.

Important Points:

• Company Law carries higher weightage — build strong command here.
• Use technical language in answers.
• Memorise important section numbers (selectively, not everything).
• Presentation matters: Use proper headings and section references.

Paper 3: Taxation (Income Tax + GST)

Taxation is all about practice + clarity + amendments.

For Income Tax: Focus on chapters like Basic Concepts, Residential Status, Salaries, House Property, Capital Gains, and PGBP (do not leave PGBP for the last month).
For GST: Understand provisions clearly; focus on input tax credit, place of supply, and time of supply. Practise adjustments carefully.

Self-Study Guidelines That Actually Work

• ✔ Make chapter-wise summary notes
  ✔ Practise in a time-bound manner
  ✔ Analyse weightage before revision
  ✔ Attempt ICAI mock exams
  ✔ Solve MCQs regularly
  ✔ Use mnemonics for theory retention

ICAI Resources (Must Use)

These are non-negotiable if you want strong preparation:

• ✔ Mock Test Papers (MTPs)
• ✔ Revision Test Papers (RTPs)
• ✔ Past Year Question Papers

Last Month Before Exams

This month can decide your result. Focus on:

• Revising high-weightage topics first
• Completing full syllabus revision
• Preparing one-page revision notes per chapter
• Practising MCQs daily

One Day Before Exam: Revise summary notes, don’t try to learn anything new, sleep properly, and stay calm.

Important Habits to Develop

• Write and practise regularly
• Learn proper answer headings
• Attempt multiple mock tests
• Solve MCQs (30 marks weightage)
• Mark doubts while watching lectures
• Revise consistently