ACCA Course Fees in India 2026: Complete ₹ Cost Breakdown

ACCA is a UK-based qualification and all fees are charged in British Pounds (GBP). But for Indian students, what matters is the total rupee cost — and that number includes registration, annual subscriptions, exam fees, exemption fees (if applicable), and tuition. This guide breaks down every component with current INR equivalents so you can plan your investment accurately.

Exchange rate used: £1 = approximately ₹107 (indicative; verify current rate before budgeting).

ACCA Registration Fee (One-Time)

The one-time initial registration fee is £89 (~₹9,500). This is paid when you first enrol with ACCA and is non-refundable. It covers your student registration, ACCA student number, and access to the student portal.

Annual Subscription Fee

Every year you remain an ACCA student, you pay an annual subscription of £140 (~₹15,000). This keeps your registration active and gives you access to ACCA's resources, past papers, and online tools. Most students take 3–5 years to complete ACCA, so this adds up to ₹45,000–₹75,000 over the course of the qualification.

Exam Fees Per Paper

ACCA exam fees vary by level:

• Applied Knowledge (3 papers): £119 per paper (~₹12,700) — Total: £357 (~₹38,200)
• Applied Skills (6 papers): £186 per paper (~₹19,900) — Total: £1,116 (~₹1,19,400)
• Strategic Business Leader (SBL): £268 (~₹28,700)
• Strategic Business Reporting (SBR): £236 (~₹25,300)
• Optional papers (2 of 4 — AFM, APM, ATX, AAA): £236 each (~₹25,300 each)

For a student with no exemptions passing every paper first time, total exam fees across all 13 papers come to approximately £2,350 (~₹2,51,500).

Exemption Fees (If Applicable)

If you hold a prior qualification (B.Com, CA, MBA) and claim exemptions, each exempted paper carries a fee:

• Applied Knowledge papers: £89 per paper (~₹9,500)
• Applied Skills papers: £123 per paper (~₹13,200)

A qualified Indian CA claiming all 9 exemptions would pay approximately £1,005 (~₹1.07 lakh) in exemption fees — but then only sits 4 Strategic Professional exams rather than 13, making the overall cost significantly lower.

Tuition Fees in India

Tuition is optional but most students use some form of structured study support. In India, ACCA tuition costs vary widely:

• Online self-study materials (Kaplan/BPP): £60–£120 per paper (~₹6,400–₹12,800)
• Indian coaching institutes: ₹50,000–₹1,50,000 for full programme coverage
• Online platforms (e.g. Learnsignal): Monthly subscription model, typically ₹2,000–₹5,000 per month

Total ACCA Cost in India — Realistic Scenarios

No exemptions, all papers first attempt: Registration £89 + 4 years subscription £560 + all 13 exam fees £2,350 + materials ≈ £150 = approximately £3,149 (~₹3.37 lakh) in ACCA fees alone. Add Indian tuition and you're looking at ₹4–4.5 lakh total.

Qualified CA, 9 exemptions, 4 Strategic Professional papers: Registration £89 + 3 years subscription £420 + exemption fees £1,005 + 4 exam fees £976 + materials ≈ £2,490 (~₹2.66 lakh). Total including tuition is typically ₹3–3.5 lakh.

B.Com graduate, 4 exemptions: Registration £89 + 4 years subscription £560 + 4 exemption fees £416 + 9 exam fees £1,786 ≈ £2,851 (~₹3.05 lakh) before tuition.

Tips to Reduce Your ACCA Cost in India

• Claim all available exemptions — each exempt paper saves you an exam fee (£119–£268) at the cost of only £89–£123 per exemption
• Pass each paper first time — resits are the biggest cost escalator. Budgeting an average 1.3 attempts per paper is realistic
• Book early — ACCA charges lower fees for early exam registration vs standard and late booking
• Use an approved learning partner — some Indian ACCA providers bundle study materials at lower cost than purchasing Kaplan/BPP books individually

For the most up-to-date fee schedule, always check the official ACCA website at accaglobal.com, as fees are updated each year. Our full ACCA fees guide covers the global fee structure in GBP, while this page focuses on the India-specific INR equivalent. To understand how to structure your ACCA journey, visit our ACCA qualification guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are ACCA fees higher in India than in the UK?

No — all ACCA registration, subscription, and exam fees are charged in GBP regardless of where you sit your exams. The fees are the same globally. However, INR-equivalent costs fluctuate with the GBP/INR exchange rate.

Can I pay ACCA fees in Indian rupees?

ACCA processes all payments in GBP. You pay via credit/debit card, and your bank converts the GBP amount to INR at the prevailing rate. ACCA does not accept direct INR payment.

Does ACCA offer fee waivers or scholarships?

ACCA does not offer widespread fee waivers, but it does run targeted bursaries and support programmes in certain markets. Check the ACCA website for any current offerings applicable to Indian students.