CA Foundation (ICAI) — Free Online Mock Test

CA Foundation exam at a glance

CA Foundation full-length mock tests

Attempt 50 full-length CA Foundation mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 300-question, 600-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.

CA Foundation key facts & eligibility

Who is eligible for CA Foundation?

Open to candidates who have passed (or are appearing in) Class 12; students may register after Class 10 and appear after Class 12.

Last verified July 2026 against CA Foundation — ICAI. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

CA Foundation section breakdown

The CA Foundation mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.

• Paper 1 — Accounting (100 marks)
  50 questions · 180 minutes · ~216 sec/question
• Paper 2 — Business Laws (100 marks)
  50 questions · 180 minutes · ~216 sec/question
• Paper 3 — Quantitative Aptitude (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25
  100 questions · 120 minutes · ~72 sec/question
• Paper 4 — Business Economics (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25
  100 questions · 120 minutes · ~72 sec/question

CA Foundation scoring & marking scheme

Strategy: CA Foundation penalises wrong answers (-0.25 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.

Scale: CA Foundation (out of 400, pass 50% aggregate).

How CA Foundation is conducted

• Mode
  Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
• Test format
  Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
• Backtracking
  Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
• Mark for review
  Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.

Tools available during the CA Foundation exam

• Calculator
  On-screen scientific calculator (matches the real exam interface).

Wrexa Edge renders these tools inside the mock test exactly as they appear on the real CA Foundation exam — same shortcuts, same behaviour.

CA Foundation time strategy

With 300 questions in 600 minutes, you have about 120 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:

• Paper 1 — Accounting (100 marks)
  Target ~216 sec/question. If a question takes more than 324 seconds, mark for review and move on.
• Paper 2 — Business Laws (100 marks)
  Target ~216 sec/question. If a question takes more than 324 seconds, mark for review and move on.
• Paper 3 — Quantitative Aptitude (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25
  Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
• Paper 4 — Business Economics (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25
  Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.

Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.

CA Foundation topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CA Foundation, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

Paper 1 — Accounting (100 marks)

• Accounting — Partnership · 8
• Accounting — Depreciation · 5
• Accounting — Concepts · 4
• Accounting — Final Accounts · 4
• Accounting — Share Capital · 4
• Accounting — BRS · 3
• Accounting — Inventory · 3
• Accounting — Bills of Exchange · 3

Paper 2 — Business Laws (100 marks)

• Law — Contract Act · 18
• Law — Companies Act · 15
• Law — Sale of Goods · 6
• Law — Partnership Act · 5
• Law — LLP Act · 3
• Law — Negotiable Instruments · 3

Paper 3 — Quantitative Aptitude (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25

• Quant — Statistics · 16
• Quant — Probability · 8
• Quant — Logarithms · 8
• Quant — Series · 8
• Quant — Equations · 7
• Quant — Number Theory · 7
• Quant — Profit and Loss · 6
• Quant — Percentages · 5

Paper 4 — Business Economics (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25

• Econ — Money and Banking · 15
• Econ — National Income · 12
• Econ — Cost Theory · 10
• Econ — Inflation · 9
• Econ — Production · 7
• Econ — Public Finance · 7
• Econ — Indian Economy · 7
• Econ — Market Structures · 6

CA Foundation difficulty calibration

Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.

4 papers · Paper 1 & 2 subjective (descriptive), Paper 3 & 4 objective (MCQ with 1/4 negative). Pass: 40% per paper + 50% aggregate. · Official language: English & Hindi.

Verified content — Wrexa Edge's CA Foundation bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).

How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CA Foundation

• Real test-day interface
  Our sat skin mirrors the actual CA Foundation testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
• 50 distinct variants
  15000 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
• Detailed analytics
  Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
• Spaced repetition (Notebook)
  Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
• Optional proctoring
  Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
• Free to start
  No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first CA Foundation mock starts in under a minute.

CA Foundation study plan

A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.

Where CA Foundation can take you

A strong CA Foundation result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

• Entry to Chartered Accountancy
  Clearing Foundation is the first step on the path to becoming a CA.
• Toward CA Intermediate
  Opens registration for the Intermediate level and articleship.
• Accounting foundation
  Builds the accounting, law and economics base used throughout the course.
• Finance-career start
  A recognised early credential for finance and accounting careers.

Best books & official prep for CA Foundation

• ICAI Foundation study material — ICAI
  The primary and sufficient source — the exam is set from it.
• ICAI mock test papers and RTPs — ICAI
  Revision Test Papers and mock tests calibrated to the exam.

Official practice: Study strictly from ICAI material and practise its RTPs and mock tests; the objective papers reward speed and the 0.25 penalty rewards accuracy over guessing.

Previous-year papers: ICAI publishes past question papers and suggested answers on its website.

Frequently asked questions

What is the CA Foundation exam pattern?

CA Foundation (ICAI) contains 300 questions across 4 sections: Paper 1 — Accounting (100 marks), Paper 2 — Business Laws (100 marks), Paper 3 — Quantitative Aptitude (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25, Paper 4 — Business Economics (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25. Total duration is 600 minutes (about 120 seconds per question).

Does CA Foundation have negative marking?

Yes — CA Foundation carries negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.

How is CA Foundation scored?

Scaled score range: 0 to 400. CA Foundation (out of 400, pass 50% aggregate).

How can I practise CA Foundation online for free?

Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length CA Foundation mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.

What is the difficulty level of CA Foundation?

CA Foundation is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. 4 papers · Paper 1 & 2 subjective (descriptive), Paper 3 & 4 objective (MCQ with 1/4 negative). Pass: 40% per paper + 50% aggregate. · Official language: English & Hindi.

How long is the CA Foundation exam?

CA Foundation runs for 600 minutes total across 4 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.

What topics are covered in CA Foundation?

CA Foundation is split into: Paper 1 — Accounting (100 marks), Paper 2 — Business Laws (100 marks), Paper 3 — Quantitative Aptitude (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25, Paper 4 — Business Economics (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25. Each section is timed and weighted separately. 4 papers · Paper 1 & 2 subjective (descriptive), Paper 3 & 4 objective (MCQ with 1/4 negative). Pass: 40% per paper + 50% aggregate. · Official language: English & Hindi.

What tools or aids are allowed during CA Foundation?

On-screen scientific calculator (matches the real exam interface).

Is the CA Foundation test adaptive?

No — CA Foundation is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.

How many CA Foundation mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?

Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CA Foundation variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 15000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.

Is there a free CA Foundation test series 2026?

Yes. The Wrexa Edge CA Foundation test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.

Are CA Foundation previous year question–style papers included?

Every CA Foundation mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 300-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.

Which is the best free CA Foundation mock test online?

Wrexa Edge's CA Foundation mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.

Can I take the CA Foundation mock test on mobile?

Yes. CA Foundation mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.

What is the CA Foundation syllabus?

The CA Foundation syllabus maps to its 4 sections: Paper 1 — Accounting (100 marks), Paper 2 — Business Laws (100 marks), Paper 3 — Quantitative Aptitude (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25, Paper 4 — Business Economics (100 marks) · MCQ · -0.25. Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.

What is the eligibility for CA Foundation?

Open to candidates who have passed (or are appearing in) Class 12; students may register after Class 10 and appear after Class 12. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CA Foundation practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.

When is the CA Foundation exam and how should I prepare?

Official CA Foundation exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free CA Foundation mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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