The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has declared the results for the CA Intermediate examination held in September 2026, with Neel Rajesh Shah and Chandak Sakshi securing the top rank jointly. The result announcement marks a key milestone for students advancing toward professional certification.
ICAI Announces CA Inter September 2026 Results
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the results for the CA Intermediate examination conducted in September 2026. Neel Rajesh Shah and Chandak Sakshi have emerged as toppers, securing the highest ranks in a joint declaration, reflecting an exceptionally competitive performance at the national level.
The results, published on 22 October 2026, are significant for over 100,000 candidates appearing across both groups of the examination. While ICAI has not released detailed pass percentages, previous trends suggest moderate increases due to revised pedagogical strategies and increased digital access to study material. The achievement of the top rankers highlights excellence in core areas such as accounting, law, auditing, and taxation—subjects critical to future professionals.
For law and accounting firms, the release signals the imminent entry of a new cohort of trainees into the workforce. Firms are advised to prepare for recruitment cycles and articled training placements accordingly. High-performing candidates often become valuable assets in tax litigation, compliance, and advisory roles, especially in firms handling corporate and regulatory mandates.
