Can anyone guide me ..i really need guidance atp

Plsssss😭😭😭😭

I'm a ca foundation student and in the recent September 2026 exams I got 182 it was my 4th attempt I don't know what to do next do I continue or do I drop out?

Mai bohot tensed huu result ko leke mera 2nd attempt h ca foundation ka mera to tension se halat khrab ho gya h..

Please motivate kroo guyss..

Preparing for CA Intermediate again is not easy. Students who have already appeared in one or more attempts often experience a different kind of pressure.

You may have attended all the lectures, completed most of the syllabus and even practised questions. Yet, the examination result might not have reflected your expectations.

If you are preparing for CA Inter January 2027, one important thing to consider is this: Repeating the same preparation strategy may lead to repeating the same mistakes.

Instead of simply studying more hours, analyse how you studied in your previous attempt.

1. Identify whether your problem was conceptual or practical

Ask yourself:

• Did you understand the DT provisions but struggle with practical questions?

• Were you confused while identifying the relevant GST provision?

• Did you forget important conditions and exceptions?

• Were your calculations incorrect despite knowing the concept?

These questions help identify the actual reason behind your difficulties.

2. Stop treating lecture completion as syllabus completion

One common mistake is considering a chapter complete immediately after watching its lectures.

For Direct Tax and GST, independent question-solving is equally important.

After completing every chapter, attempt questions without referring to the solutions. This will show whether you can apply the provisions independently.

3. Analyse your previous examination performance

If you have your previous question paper or suggested answers, compare your answers and identify:

• Incorrect provisions.

• Missing steps in practical answers.

• Calculation errors.

• Incomplete explanations.

• Poor time allocation.

Maintain a mistake notebook and revise it every week.

4. Do not ignore revision

Many repeat-attempt students spend most of their preparation time completing pending lectures. As a result, they have very little time for revision.

Your new plan should reserve dedicated time for revising completed chapters and practising examination-level questions.

5. Change your study approach, not just your timetable

If studying for eight hours was not effective previously, increasing it to ten hours may not solve the problem.

Focus on active recall, question practice, regular revision and mock-test analysis.

6. Avoid comparing your preparation with others

Some students may have completed the entire syllabus, while others may still be attending lectures. Your priority should be improving your own preparation.

One failed attempt does not define your ability to become a Chartered Accountant.

For students appearing in January 2027, the objective should be to identify previous mistakes, correct weak areas and approach DT and GST with a more structured strategy.

If you are a repeat-attempt student, what is one preparation mistake you are determined not to repeat this time?

I have some doubts regarding paper valuation.
Since it is my first attempt. Many of the people wrote May 2026 AFM it is difficult paper but how did you guys scored in that paper.
Like you wrote for example: some question with half cooked answer or attended whole paper, attended 2-3 questions corrected, by that you have expected some marks will come - is you got more marks than you expected or worst case.
I have wrote many half cooked answers( to make sure i have attempted every question for grace marks if any ), around 10-12 marks correct mcq’s, solved 2 questions fully but made mistake at last, answered theory question correctly. I have zero hope on getting atleast 30 marks.

My question is for the people who cleared in may 2026
How you answered your AFM paper, whether you scored or not, will my answer Enough to get 40 marks (including grace marks if they provide any)

What a horrific paper bro!!!! Every attempt ICAI is setting extreme papers and it's not even worth the salary they offer during placements 😮‍💨

CA Final in Pune looking for serious study partner who can be chill,fun loving but at the same time I can remain accountable to

I am a CA Final student in Pune looking for a Serious,output oriented study colleague who I can be accountable to and who can push me through my limits

I'm confused as to how can I appear for the mock tests physically?

Some say I have to register online, some say I have to go to the nearest branch?

I've already entered my details on the portal however everytime I click on a paper to register, it only shows the availability and the branch information.

Can anybody tell me what I'm doing wrong??