CA Intermediate Books for May 2024, Subject Wise Recommended Books

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March 15, 2025

Candidates getting ready for the CA Intermediate exam in May 2024 should explore study material, practice sample papers, and refer to the CA Intermediate books. These books cover the subjects and topics in the ICAI syllabus, helping candidates align their preparation for the upcoming exam. CA Inter reference books are accessible both online and offline. Candidates can choose to download some of the CA Inter books in PDF format for self-study or purchase physical copies. Go through the article to discover more about the Books for CA Intermediate May 2024, syllabus, exam pattern, study material, and other pertinent details.

Books for CA Intermediate May 2024

Preparing for the CA Intermediate exam in May 2024 requires careful selection of study materials, and choosing the right books plays a pivotal role in achieving success. As the exam date approaches, candidates are faced with the crucial decision of picking the most effective resources to comprehend the diverse syllabus. Thus, candidates are advised to check the Books for CA Intermediate May 2024 below:-

Books for CA Intermediate May 2024
CA intermediate subjects	Name of the books	Author name	Publisher’s name
Paper-1: Accounting books for CA Intermediate	First lessons in Accounting Standards	MP Vijay Kumar	Snowwhite
	Accountancy with Quick Revision (For CA-IPC, Group -I)	PC Tulsian	S Chand and Company
	Taxmann's Students' Guide to Accounting Standards – Including Introduction of Ind AS	DS Rawat	Taxmann
Paper-2: Corporate and Other Laws books for CA Intermediate	A Handbook on Corporate and Other Laws for CA Inter	Munish Bhandari	Bestworld
Paper-2: Corporate and Other Laws books for CA Intermediate	First Lessons In Business Laws, Ethics AND Communication	MP Vijay Kumar	Snowwhite
Paper-3: Cost and Management Accounting books for CA Intermediate	Cost Accounting for CA-IPC	PC Tulsian	S Chand and Company
	Padhukas Students Handbook On Cost and Management Accounting	CA B. Saravana Prasath	Wolters Kluwer India
Paper-4: Taxation books for CA Intermediate	Handbook On Taxation	G. Sekhar	Wolter Kluwer
	Taxmann's Students' Guide to Income Tax Including GST	Dr. Vinod K Singhania	Taxmann
	Students Handbook on Taxation (Includes Income- Tax Law and Goods and Services Tax Law)	T.N. Manoharan	Snow White
Paper-5: Advanced Accounting books for CA Intermediate	Tulsian’s Accountancy: For CA Intermediate Course (Group II)	P. C. Tulsian Bharat Tulsian	S Chand and Company
	First Lessons in Advanced Accountancy for CA. IPCC Group - II	M. P. Vijay Kumar	Snow White
	Padhuka's Students Handbook on Advanced Accounting	CA G. Sekar CA B. Saravana Prasath	Commercial Law Publishers
Paper-6: Auditing and Assurance books for CA Intermediate	Auditing and Assurance for CA Inter	CA Surbhi Bansal	Bestworld
	Taxmann's Auditing & Assurance	Pankaj Garg	Taxmann
	A Students Handbook on Auditing & Assurance	CA G Sekar, CA B Saravana Prasth	Wolters Kluwer India
Paper-7: Enterprise Information Systems & Strategic Management books for CA Intermediate	Padhuka's Students' Guide For Enterprise Information Systems & Strategic Management	B. Saravana Prasath G. Sekar	Wolters Kluwer India
	Dinesh Madan's Information Technology (IT)	Dinesh Madan
Paper-8: Financial Management & Economics for Finance books for CA Intermediate	Students Guide on Financial Management and Economics For Finance	B. Saravana Prasath G. Sekar	Wolters Kluwer India

CA Intermediate Exam Pattern 2024

Candidates can go through the CA Intermediate Exam Pattern 2024 from the below table:-

CA Intermediate Exam Pattern 2024
Exam Details	CA Intermediate 2024
Number of Papers	8
Marks per Paper	100
Exam Duration	3 hours
Question Distribution	70% subjective, 30% objective
Medium of Exam	English/Hindi

CA Intermediate Books for Self Study

Aspirants can go through the CA Intermediate Books for Self Study below:-

CA Intermediate Books for Self Study
Group	Paper No.	Subject	Books for CA Inter
Group I	1	Accounting	1. Padhuka’s Basics of Accounting for CA Inter by G. Sekar
			2. Shukla and Grewal's Corporate Accounting
	2	Corporate and Other Laws	1. Munish Bhandari's Handbook on Corporate and Other Laws
			2. CA Pankaj Garg's Corporate and Economic Laws
	3	Cost and Management Accounting	1. Padhuka's Cost and Management Accounting by B Saravana Prasath
			2. S K Agarwal's Cost and Management Accounting
	4	Taxation	1. T N Manoharan and G R Hari's Students Guide to Income Tax
			2. Aaditya Jain's Direct Tax Compact
Group II	5	Advanced Accounting	1. D S Rawat's Advanced Accounting
			2. Padhuka’s Advanced Accounting for CA Inter by G. Sekar
	6	Auditing and Assurance	1. Surbhi Bansal's Auditing and Assurance
			2. V.K. Agarwal's Auditing and Assurance
	7	Enterprise Information Systems	1. Padhuka's Enterprise Information Systems & Strategic Management
		and Strategic Management	2. Amit Kumar Agarwal's Information Technology and Strategic Management
	8	Financial Management and Economics for Finance	1. Padhuka's Advanced Management Accounting by B Saravana Prasath
			2. S B Gupta's Financial Management
	9	Ethics and Communication	1. Aaditya Jain's Ethics & Communication
			2. Surbhi Bansal's A Handbook on Law, Ethics, and Communication

How to Order CA Intermediate Books for May 2024

To order CA Inter books for May 2024, candidates can follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) at https://www.icai.org/.

Step 2: Log in or register on the website.

Step 3: Navigate to the online store or study materials section.

Step 4: Select the CA Inter books needed and add them to the cart.

Step 5: Review the selection and proceed to checkout.

Step 6: Provide shipping details, including the address and contact information.

Step 7: Choose the preferred payment method (credit/debit card, net banking, etc.) and complete the payment.

Step 8: Receive a confirmation of the order, along with a tracking number for delivery.

Step 9: Await the delivery of the books, checking the estimated delivery date provided during the purchase.

Step 10: If needed, candidates can check with their local ICAI regional centre for additional assistance in obtaining study materials.

CA Intermediate Preparation Tips 2024

Understand the syllabus well for CA Intermediate 2024.
Create a study plan that fits the schedule.
Focus on challenging areas to improve performance.
Use official study material from ICAI.
Refer to recommended books for extra practice.
Practice with mock tests for better time management.
Solve previous year's questions for familiarity.
Stay updated on syllabus changes and important dates.
Consider joining study groups for help.
Ask teachers for guidance on challenging topics.
Practice time allocation for each question.
Stay positive for better performance.
Simulate exam conditions during practice.

Books for CA Intermediate May 2024 FAQS

Q1. Which are the books for CA Intermediate preparation?

Ans. Recommended books include "Padhuka's Basics of Accounting," "Munish Bhandari's Handbook on Corporate and Other Laws," and others.

Q2. Where can I find the official study material for CA Intermediate?

Ans. Official study material is available on the ICAI website for download or purchase.

Q3. Do I need to refer to reference books alongside official materials?

Ans. Yes, reference books like "Surbhi Bansal's Auditing and Assurance" can provide alternative explanations and additional practice questions.

Q4. Is solving previous year's papers important for CA Intermediate exams?

Ans. Yes, solving previous year's questions helps in understanding the exam pattern and types of questions likely to be asked.

Q5. Can I do self study for CA Intermediate?

Ans. CA Intermediate exams are tough, needing thorough preparation and a good understanding of the subjects. If candidates have a good plan and stay committed, studying on their own can work well for getting ready for the exams.