The ICMAI CMA Course 2026 admissions are now open, offering aspiring finance and management professionals a robust pathway toward becoming Certified Management Accountants. With flexible eligibility that welcomes students from 10th class onwards, including provisional admission for 10+2 appearing candidates, the course is designed to accommodate a broad range of learners. The program is structured into three progressive levels—Foundation, Intermediate, and Final—with clearly defined fees and comprehensive syllabi that integrate contemporary industry-relevant topics such as Data Analytics, Risk Management, Digital Finance, and Entrepreneurship.
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Foundation – Rs. 6,000; Intermediate – Rs. 23,100; Final – Rs. 25,000.
Visit ICMAI website → Admissions → Choose course → Fill form → Pay fee → Submit → Receive confirmation.
Administered by the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI), the CMA curriculum is futureready and globally aligned, preparing students to lead across various industry sectors. With a strong support network of regional councils, chapters, and overseas centers, ICMAI fosters a vast community of over 100,000 alumni and 600,000 current students. The course not only emphasizes technical expertise but also develops leadership and emotional intelligence, ensuring well-rounded professionals ready for dynamic business environments.
ICMAI Refers – Institute of Cost Accountants Of India
CMA Refers – Cost Of Management Accountant
CMA Course 2026 Admission Deadlines
Admission Deadline- 31 January 2026
Admission Deadline – 31 July 2026
CMA Course 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- To Apply candidates must passed 10th Class.
- 10+2 Pass or its equivalent candidates can apply.
- Students who are appearing for 10+2 also eligible to apply on provisional basis.
ICMAI CMA Course 2026 Registration for Intermediate Course
- Passed CMA Foundation Examination
- Graduates of any discipline (students awaiting final result also apply on provisional basis)
- Qualified CAT Level – I of the institute of cost accounts of India.
- Qualified CA Intermediate
- Qualified Engineers/Qualified CS.
How to Registered For ICMAI CMA Course 2026 – June & December
Step-1: Visit the official ICMAI website at https://icmai.in/icmai/.
Step-2: Navigate to the top of the page and click on the ‘Admissions’ link. A new page will open.
Step-3: Select the course you are interested in applying for.
Step-4: Fill in the application form with your personal details, address, educational qualifications, and other requested information.
Step-5: Proceed to make the application fee payment for the chosen course.
Step-6: After successful payment, submit the completed application form.
Step-7: Upon successful registration and payment, you will receive an acknowledgment receipt or confirmation email.
Step-8: The confirmation email will include details about registration, next steps, access to study materials, and exam preparation guidance.
CMA Course Fee 2026
| Course Name | Course Fee |
| Foundation | Rs. 6000/- |
| Intermediate | Rs. 23, 100/- |
| Final | Rs. 25, 000/- |
About ICMAI CMA Leads
- Regional Councils: 4 regional councils across India and 11 overseas centers, supporting professional activities and training.
- Chapters: 112 chapters throughout India and 401 regional offices and certified institutions for education and training.
- Alumni & Students: Over 100,000 alumni and more than 600,000 students pursuing or having completed the CMA course.
- Global Presence: Aiming to be a leading resource for financial management professionals worldwide, especially in cost and management accounting.
CMA Syllabus 2026 – ICMAI
- Robust, industry relevant and futureready curriculum aligned with global trends
- Nurturing today’s students to tomorrow’s CMA professionals who will lead entities across all industry sectors; and practitioners who will provide management and audit expertise to all such sectors.
- Introducing contemporary topics – see table below
| Data Analytics |
| Business Communication |
| Entrepreneurship & Start-up |
| Risk Management in Banking & Insurance |
| Lean Accounting |
| Six Sigma |
| Forensic Audit |
| Information Systems Security Audit |
| ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) |
| Digital Strategy |
| Digital Finance |
| Decision Theory |
| Quantitative Techniques in Decision Making |
| Cyber Security & Data Privacy Laws |
| Anti-money Laundering Laws |
| Financial Derivatives |
| International Financial Management |
| Equity & Bond Valuation |
| Business Forecasting Models |
| Financial Modelling |
| Leadership |
| Emotional Intelligence and many more |
- Introducing tutorial workshops on contemporary topics
| Tools and Techniques of Data Analytics |
| Financial Modelling, Forecasting, Valuation and Derivatives, Financial Consultancy |
| Consultancy Services for Strategic Cost Management |
| Forensic Audit |
| Information System and Security Audit |
| Preparation of Cost Audit Reports |
| Sessions with Founders of Unicorn |
ICMAI CMA 2026 Course Wise Marks Pattern
Check ICMAI CMA course wise marks weightage:
| Course Name | Marks Weitags |
| Foundation Course | 400 Marks |
| Intermediate Course | 800 Marks |
| Final Course | 800 Marks |
| Electives | – |
ICMAI CMA 2026 Course Wise Papers
CMA Course Papers names in table below
| Foundation Course | Groups Name | Number Of Question Paper |
| Intermediate Course | Group – I | Paper 5: Business Laws And Ethics (Ble) Paper 6: Financial Accounting (Fa) Paper 7: Direct And Indirect Taxation (Ditx) Paper 8: Cost Accounting (Ca) |
| Group- Ii | Paper 9: Operations Management And Strategic Management (Omsm) Paper 10: Corporate Accounting And Auditing (Caa) Paper 11: Financial Management And Business Data Analytics (Fmda) Paper 12: Management Accounting (Ma) | |
| Final Course | Group–Iii | Paper 13: Corporate And Economic Laws (Cel) Paper 14: Strategic Financial Management (Sfm) Paper 15: Direct Tax Laws And International Taxat Paper 16: Strategic Cost Management (Scm) |
| Group–Iv | Paper 17: Cost And Management Audit (Cmad) Paper 18: Corporate Financial Reporting (Cfr) Paper 19: Indirect Tax Laws And Practice (Itlp) | |
| Electives | Paper 20a: Strategic Performance Management And Business Valuation (Spmbv) Paper 20b: Risk Management In Banking And Insurance (Rmbi) Paper 20c: Entrepreneurship And Start Up (Ents) |
CMA Foundation 2026 – Detailed Syllabus Download Link
Foundation syllabus in table below:
CMA Intermediate 2026 – Detailed Syllabus Download Link
Intermediate syllabus in table below
| Paper -5: | BUSINESS LAWS AND ETHICS |
| Paper -6 | FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING |
| Paper -7 | DIRECT AND INDIRECT TAXATION |
| Paper -8 | COST ACCOUNTING |
| Paper -9 | OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT AND STRATEGIC MANAGDEMENT |
| Paper -10 | CORPORATE ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING |
| Paper-11 | FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS DATA ANALYTICS |
| Paper-12 | MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING. |
CMA Final 2026 – Detailed Syllabus Download Link
Final syllabus in table below
| Paper-13 | CORPORATE AND ECONOMIC LAWS |
| Paper- 14 | STRATEGIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT |
| Paper-15 | DIRECT TAX LAWS AND INTERNATIONAL TAXATION |
| Paper-16 | STRATEGIC COST MANAGEMENT |
| Paper- 17 | COST AND MANAGEMENT AUDIT |
| Paper- 18 | CORPORATE FINANCIAL REPORTING |
| Paper- 19 | INDIRECT TAX LAWS AND PRACTICE |
| Paper- 20A | STRATEGIC PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT & BUSINESS VALUATION |
| Paper- 20B | RISK MANAGEMENT IN BANKING AND INSURANCE |
| Paper-20C | ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND STARTUP |
FAQs
January 31, 2026 and July 31, 2026.
Passed 10th class; 10+2 pass or appearing students eligible for provisional admission.
CMA Foundation pass, Graduates, Qualified CA Intermediate, Engineers, CS, and CAT Level I qualifiers.