The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has made an important announcement regarding the postponement of the Chartered Accountants (CA) Intermediate Examination scheduled for 10th May 2023 in the state of Karnataka. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the changes and the reasons behind the decision.
ICAI Announcement dated 01/04/2023: Postponement of CAExamination scheduled to be held on 10th May, 2023 (Wednesday) at the Examinations Centres in the State of Karnataka
Karnataka Assembly Election Leads to CA Exam Rescheduling
Due to the upcoming General Election to the Legislative Assembly in Karnataka, the ICAI has decided to reschedule the CA Intermediate Course Examination, Group I, Paper 4 (Taxation) that was initially planned for 10th May 2023 (Wednesday). The exam will now take place on 20th May 2023 (Saturday).
Examination Centers and Timings Remain Unchanged
The examination centers for the rescheduled exam will remain the same, including Bagalkot, Belgaum, Bellary, Bengaluru, Chikkaballapur, Chitradurga, Davangere, Gadag, Hassan, Haveri, Hubli, Kalaburgi, Kolar, Koppal, Mandya, Mangalore, Mysore, Raichur, Shimoga, Sirsi, Tumakuru, Udupi, and Vijayapura. The timings for the exam will also be unchanged, with the paper scheduled from 2 PM to 5 PM.
Validity of Admit Cards
Candidates should note that the admit cards already issued for the exam will remain valid for the revised date. There is no need to obtain new admit cards for the rescheduled examination.
No Changes to Exams in Other Cities and Dates
The ICAI has clarified that the schedule for CA examinations in all other cities and dates, as notified in the Announcement dated 10th January 2023, will remain unchanged. Candidates from other cities need not worry about any alterations to their exam schedules.
Stay Updated with ICAI Announcements
The ICAI advises candidates to stay in touch with updates posted on the Institute’s official website, http://www.icai.org. This will ensure that they receive the latest information regarding the CA examinations and any further announcements that may affect their preparations.
In conclusion, the ICAI’s decision to postpone the Chartered Accountants Intermediate Course Examination, Group I, Paper 4 (Taxation) in Karnataka is a necessary adjustment due to the coinciding General Election. Candidates are encouraged to stay informed and continue their preparations for the rescheduled exam.