--- title: "ICAI Scholarship 2026: Complete Guide for CA Students (Eligibility, Amount, How to Apply)" type: "Article" site_name: "TheSushant." publisher: "TheSushant." published_status: "publish" content_format: "markdown" author: "Sushant Kumar" published: "2026-04-25 20:48:15" modified: "2026-10-04 09:53:38" slug: "icai-scholarship-complete-guide-for-ca-students-eligibility-amount-how-to-apply" canonical: "https://thesushant.in/icai-scholarship-complete-guide-for-ca-students-eligibility-amount-how-to-apply/" excerpt: "Many CA students ignore scholarships simply because they don’t understand the process clearly. That is a mistake. If you are serious about reducing financial pressure during your CA journey, this..." reading_time: 4 word_count: 680 featured_image: "" featured_image_alt: "" categories: - "Chartered Accountant (CA)" tags: - "CA" - "CA Aspirants" - "CA Course" - "CA Exam" - "CA Final" - "ca foundation" - "CA Intermediate" - "CA News" - "CA preparation" - "CA Result" - "CA Students" - "Chartered Accountant" - "Commerce Students" - "ICAI" - "ICAI Exams" generator: "WP Markdown TS" generator_version: "1.1" language: "en-US" --- # ICAI Scholarship 2026: Complete Guide for CA Students (Eligibility, Amount, How to Apply) ![ICAI Scholarship 2026: Complete Guide for CA Students (Eligibility, Amount, How to Apply)](https://thesushant.in/img/og.php?id=3599&w=768&h=403) Many CA students ignore scholarships simply because they don’t understand the process clearly. That is a mistake. If you are serious about reducing financial pressure during your CA journey, this is something you should not skip. This guide breaks down everything—eligibility, scholarship amount, duration, and exact application steps—based on how the ICAI system actually works. --- ## What is ICAI Scholarship? The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) provides financial assistance to CA students at different stages of the course. The aim is simple: support deserving and financially constrained students so they can focus on studies. CA FOUNDATION UPDATES Don’t Miss Important CA Foundation Updates Many CA students miss important ICAI notices, amendment updates, exam announcements, and preparation guidance. * ICAI notice alerts * Exam & registration updates * Amendment alerts * Study resources & PDFs * Practical preparation guidance No spam. Only useful information. [Get WhatsApp Updates](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD6r6J7oQhkpeo6ON1P) The scholarship is available at: * CA Foundation level * CA Intermediate level * During Articleship (post-Inter) It is **not available after clearing CA Final**. --- ## ICAI Scholarship Amount (Level-wise) ### 1. CA Foundation Scholarship * Amount: ₹1,500 per month * Duration: 4 months * Total Benefit: ₹6,000 **Eligibility:** * Must be eligible for CA Foundation exam (after Class 12) * Parental income should be **≤ ₹5 lakh per year** --- ### 2. CA Intermediate Scholarship * Amount: ₹2,500 per month * Duration: 8 months * Possible Extension: Up to 11 months (if training overlaps) **Eligibility:** * Must have cleared CA Foundation * Applicable for both single group and both groups * Parental income ≤ ₹5 lakh per year --- ### 3. Articleship (Post-Inter) Scholarship There are **two types here**: #### (A) Need-Based Scholarship * Amount: ₹2,500 per month * Duration: 24 months * Condition: Parental income ≤ ₹5 lakh #### (B) Merit-Based Scholarship * Rank 1–10: ₹5,000 per month * Rank 11–50: ₹4,000 per month * Duration: 24 months * **No income limit required** --- ## Key Rules You Must Understand * Scholarship is **not lifetime recurring**—it is limited to defined durations. * If you apply late, you will only get money for remaining months. * Income-based scholarships require strict verification. * Merit-based scholarships depend purely on rank. These are not flexible systems. You either qualify or you don’t. --- ## Documents Required Before applying, keep these ready: 1. **Bank Account (Student’s own name)** 2. **Cancelled Cheque** 3. **Parent/Guardian PAN Card** 4. **Income Proof (if applicable)** 5. **CA Membership Number** * Foundation level: Any practicing CA * Articleship level: Your Principal’s membership number Without these, your application will get delayed or rejected. --- ## How to Apply (Step-by-Step) The application is done through the ICAI SSP Portal. ### Process: 1. Login to SSP Portal 2. Go to **Student Section** 3. Select **Scholarship Option** 4. Fill: * Personal details * Academic details * Bank details 5. Upload required documents 6. Submit application ### What happens next? * Your application goes to a CA (or Principal) for verification * Income details are validated * ICAI reviews and approves * Scholarship starts getting credited Approval is usually quick if everything is correct. --- ## Important Insight Most Students Miss The biggest mistake students make is **not applying at the right time**. If you delay: * You lose months of money * ICAI will not compensate later Also, many assume they are not eligible without checking income criteria properly. That is lazy thinking. --- ## Should You Apply? Yes—if: * Your family income is within limit * You are preparing seriously * You want to reduce dependency No—if: * You are not consistent in studies * You just want “extra money” without effort This system rewards discipline, not shortcuts. --- ## Final Take ICAI scholarships are not huge money, but they serve a purpose: * Reduce financial stress * Support consistency * Reward merit ---   Stay Updated With Important ICAI Notices Get important CA Foundation alerts and updates directly on WhatsApp. [Join WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD6r6J7oQhkpeo6ON1P) **Enjoyed this?** Share it with others S ### [Sushant Kumar](https://thesushant.in/author/sushant/) Founder As a current B.Com (Hons) student at DU SOL and an active Chartered Accountancy (CA) aspirant, I understand the exact pressure, syllabus confusion, and administrative hurdles students face daily. TheSushant.in was built to provide first-hand, stress-tested guidance. 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