CA Foundation Study Plan Tips for First Time CA Foundation Students
As a beginner CA Foundation student, you’re probably mildly confused or downright clueless as to how to start your preparation.
Here are some tips that will give you the right direction and help you get started on the right foot.
Know your syllabus
You might be pumped to dive right into your preparations. But you need to have a plan. As Benjamin Franklin said, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail”!
The plan begins by familiarizing yourself with the CA Foundation syllabus and subjects. Spend some time reading the syllabus. Understand which subjects are practical and which are theoretical. Look at the weightage given to each topic.
There are plenty of overlaps in the subjects studied in B.Com and your CA Foundation curriculum, but the latter delves deeper into the subjects. Take note of these factors.
Figure out how many hours you will need to study
The most vital consideration in your CA Foundation preparation is time.
- How much time do you need to finish your syllabus?
- How much time should you dedicate to revisions?
- How much time to keep aside for mock tests?
These are the top three questions to keep in mind when planning your CA Foundation study plan.
Don’t get swayed by what you hear. Some people might be studying for 10-12 hours. Or, others might be studying only for 5-6 hours. What really matters is what works for you.
Build your own timetable
You’ve probably already come across a bunch of CA Foundation study plans and timetables on the internet. It’s best to not fall for them because there can never be a one-size-fits-all routine that will work for everyone. Save the time and energy you might spend on going through someone else’s routine and instead, create your own.
Write more and more
When it comes to cracking your CA Foundation exams if there’s one master tip that will make a world of difference is this: Self-written notes.
In fact, the practice of writing your own notes is something that will help you immensely not only in your CA Foundation level but in the Intermediate and Final levels as well. No wonder it’s a skill worth building. And, you’d do yourself a huge favor to begin now. Explore these effective note-taking methods and see which one you prefer the most.
Revisions and mock tests are a must
Let’s clear one thing right away. If you wish to clear your CA Foundation exams in one go, revision and mock tests are absolutely non-negotiable. Without revisions, you are very likely to forget what you’ve studied previously, especially because the syllabus is so vast. This is why make sure to have at least 30 days in hand for revisions and timed mock tests.
