The Exam pattern is very important for CA Foundation exam preparation. It describes the chapter-wise weightage, paper pattern, subjects, marking scheme, types of questions, mode of exam, negative marking, etc. The CA Foundation exams are conducted by the ICAI three times a year: in January, June, and September. In this article, you’ll learn the CA Foundation Exam pattern for the 2025 attempt, passing marks, paper pattern and chapter-wise weightage.