Principles and Practice of Accounting for CA Foundation – Syllabus, Concepts & Study Guide

Principles and Practice of Accounting in CA Foundation

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Detailed Syllabus for Principles and Practice of Accounting – CA Foundation Course


The Principles and Practice of Accounting paper in the CA Foundation course focuses on fundamental accounting concepts, principles, and practices essential for aspiring Chartered Accountants.


Module 1: Theoretical Framework

  • Meaning, Scope, and Objectives of Accounting
  • Accounting Principles, Concepts, and Conventions
  • Accounting Standards (AS 1, AS 2, AS 3, AS 6, AS 10) – Overview
  • Accounting Policies, Estimates, and Errors
  • Capital and Revenue Expenditure

Module 2: Accounting Process

  • Journal Entries and Ledger Posting
  • Subsidiary Books and Cash Book
  • Bank Reconciliation Statement (BRS)
  • Trial Balance and Rectification of Errors

Module 3: Preparation of Financial Statements

  • Trading, Profit & Loss Account, and Balance Sheet
  • Adjustments in Final Accounts (Depreciation, Outstanding & Prepaid Expenses, Accrued & Unearned Income, Provisions, Reserves)
  • Accounting for Depreciation – Straight-Line Method & Written Down Value Method

Module 4: Accounting for Special Transactions

  • Bills of Exchange and Promissory Notes
  • Sale of Goods on Approval or Return Basis
  • Accounting for Consignment Transactions
  • Accounting for Joint Ventures

Module 5: Partnership Accounts

  • Fundamentals of Partnership (Capital Accounts, Profit Sharing)
  • Admission, Retirement, and Death of a Partner
  • Dissolution of Partnership Firm

Module 6: Company Accounts (Basic Concepts)

  • Introduction to Company Accounts
  • Issue, Forfeiture, and Reissue of Shares
  • Basics of Redemption of Preference Shares and Debentures

Module 7: Accounting for Non-Profit Organizations

  • Receipts and Payments Account
  • Income and Expenditure Account
  • Balance Sheet Preparation

Module 8: Miscellaneous Topics

  • Accounting for Investments
  • Hire Purchase and Instalment System
  • Self-Balancing Ledgers

Exam Pattern:

  • Total Marks: 100
  • Exam Type: Descriptive
  • Passing Criteria: 40% (Minimum) & 50% Aggregate in CA Foundation

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