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Singapore CA Qualification

SCAQ Candidate Essentials

Supporting you throughout your Singapore CA Qualification examination journey — enrolment, learning resources, study support and exam preparation, in one place.

December 2026 Enrolment Open: 1 Jul – 15 Oct 2026

Examination Information

Enrolment dates, examination timetable and late-enrolment information.

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Learning Resources

Study materials, programme updates and module-specific resources.

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Examination Preparation

MCQ preparation, revision classes, mock exams and Cirrus guidance.

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Study Support & Community

SCAQ Centre, SCAQ Fridays, study groups and digital community resources.

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Official Telegram Channel

Announcements, reminders and important updates from the SCAQ team.

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Need More Help

Reach the SCAQ team about your candidate account, enrolment or examinations.

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Enrolment & Timetables

Examination Information

Enrolment windows, exam day timetables, results and appeal deadlines for the current and upcoming sessions.

December 2026 Examination

Enrolment Open

Enrolment for the December 2026 examinations is open from 1 July to 15 October 2026.

Timings are in GMT+8 (Singapore Time).

Date Foundation Programme Professional Programme
30 Nov Financial Management (FMF)
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Integrative Business Solutions (IB)
9.00 am – 1.30 pm
1 Dec Assurance (ASF)
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Taxation (TX)
9.00 am – 12.15 pm
2 Dec Advanced Financial Reporting (AFF)
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Financial Reporting (FR)
9.00 am – 12.15 pm
3 Dec Principles of Financial Reporting (PFF)
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
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4 Dec Singapore Taxation (TXF)
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
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7 Dec Accounting for Decision Making (ADF)
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Assurance (AS)
9.00 am – 12.15 pm
8 Dec — Business Value, Governance and Risk (BG)
9.00 am – 12.15 pm

Candidates who wish to enrol after the deadline may write in to ISCA at scaq@isca.org.sg. Further information can be found on the ISCA Candidates Portal →

Important notes

  • Requests for late enrolment will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
  • Approval is not guaranteed and remains subject to ISCA's assessment and prevailing policies.
Resources & Preparation

Learning & Examination Preparation

Find your learning materials, programme-specific preparation resources, revision support and examination platform guidance in one place.

Learning Materials & Resources

Core learning materials and supporting resources by programme and module

Programme / Module Learning Resources
Foundation Programme (FP) Study Guide & Syllabus (Learning Outcomes), Recommended Textbooks, MCQ Practice Papers, Past Year Papers and Examiner's Reports
Professional Programme (AS, BG and FR) SCAQ Syllabus Handbook, Textbook, Workbook, Past Year Papers and Examiner's Reports
Professional Programme (IB) SCAQ Syllabus Handbook, IB Toolkit, Workbook, Past Year Papers and Examiner's Reports
Professional Programme (TX) Study Guide, Singapore Master Tax Guide, Singapore Tax Workbook, Tax Supplement, Past Year Papers and Examiner's Reports

Additional examination resources, such as Advance Information (AI) and Examination Day Documents (EDD), will be released closer to the examination date, where applicable.

Access the Candidate Portal and e-Learning Portal User Guide →

Foundation Programme Preparation

December 2026

MCQ resources, exam approach and revision support for Foundation Programme candidates

MCQ Exam Briefing & Practice

Access the SCAQ Foundation Programme MCQ Exam Briefing and practise using the sample MCQ practice papers and study guides available on the FP MCQ Practice Papers & Resources page →

MCQ Exam Approach

This video guide helps Foundation Programme candidates understand the MCQ examination format and how to approach questions effectively.

  • Understand the MCQ exam structure and expectations.
  • Learn how to approach MCQ-style questions effectively.
  • Familiarise yourself with techniques to manage time and accuracy.

Watch the MCQ Exam Approach Video →

Recommended Textbooks

Recommended Foundation Programme textbooks are available for browsing at the SCAQ Centre (ISCA House, Level 3) and may also be purchased. Use the Textbook Order link under the Resources tab on the Foundation Programme page →

Foundation Programme Revision Classes

Coming soon. Revision class details for Foundation Programme candidates preparing for the December 2026 examinations will be shared once available.

Stay tuned to this page and the SCAQ Telegram Channel → for updates.

Professional Programme Preparation

December 2026

Professional Programme Syllabus Refresh

For Professional Programme candidates sitting examinations from December 2026

The Professional Programme learning outcomes have been refreshed for examinations from the December 2026 session. Review the overview of the changes, candidate FAQs and supporting resources before preparing for your examination.

View SCAQ Developments View PP Syllabus Refresh

Accelerated Pathway Programme (APP) Revision Classes

APP candidates may refer to the revision class schedule below for the Assurance (AS) and Business Value, Governance and Risk (BG) modules.

Class Assurance (AS) Module Business Value, Governance and Risk (BG)
Class 1 25 November 2026
Wednesday, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
28 November 2026
Saturday, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm
Class 2 27 November 2026
Friday, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
28 November 2026
Saturday, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm

For more information on the Accelerated Pathway Programme (APP), please refer to the APP section under the SCAQ FAQs.

View the SCAQ FAQs →

Important notes

  • Please note that you are required to attend both Class 1 and Class 2 for your selected module.
  • No-show fees apply.

Exam Platform & General Preparation

Resources to help you prepare for the examination platform and exam day

1

Learning Support Resources

Refer to the ISCA Study Support page for detailed information on SCAQ guidelines and examination rules before your exam day.

2

Mock Exams and Cirrus Practice

Access PP and FP mock exam papers on the ISCA Study Support page to familiarise yourself with the Cirrus exam platform. The mock exam papers can be found under the "E-Examination & Remote Proctoring" tab on the same page.

3

Cirrus Examination Guide and Pre-Exam Briefing

Watch the Cirrus Examination Guide and the SCAQ Pre-Exam Briefing recording for a walkthrough of the Cirrus platform, key features, common issues and important exam requirements.

Community & Support

Study Support & Community

Access study spaces, candidate events, peer support initiatives and digital community resources throughout your SCAQ journey.

SCAQ Centre (ISCA House, Level 3)

The SCAQ Centre was officially launched in May 2024 to offer a dedicated physical space for SCAQ candidates to study and connect with peers for academic support. Access is complimentary for all SCAQ candidates.

The SCAQ Centre is open daily (excluding public holidays) from 9 am to 9 pm on weekdays and from 9 am to 6 pm on weekends.

Resource Library @ SCAQ Centre

Recommended textbooks (for the Foundation Programme) are also available for browsing.

Accessing the SCAQ Centre

Download the ISCA mobile app prior to your visit to ISCA House.

Download the SCAQ Centre Access Guide (PDF) →

SCAQ Fridays @ ISCA House

Ongoing

Fridays, 12.00 pm – 2.00 pm at ISCA House

Drop by for informal conversations with the SCAQ team, get your questions answered, hear practical sharing from the SCAQ community and connect with fellow candidates.

  • 25 Sep – Tuition or Self-Study? Unsure if you need study support? Have your questions answered.
  • 2 Oct – Capstone Preparation Hear from a candidate who performed strongly in the Integrative Business Solutions (IB) module and learn how they prepared for the paper.
  • 9 Oct – Final Countdown Examination enrolment closes on 15 Oct. Drop by if you still have questions before the deadline.

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SCAQ Study Group

Open

For both Foundation Programme and Professional Programme candidates

Studying with fellow SCAQ candidates is a great way to clarify key concepts, exchange insights, and stay accountable throughout your exam preparations.

December 2026 Study Group registration is now open.

Registration deadline: 18 October 2026.

Submit your interest form to be connected with fellow SCAQ candidates. ISCA will make the initial connection via email, after which candidates are to arrange to meet and self-manage their study groups.

Scan the QR code or use the registration button below to submit your interest.

QR code for the Singapore CA Qualification December 2026 Study Group Interest Form

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Prompt to Progress: SCAQ AI Study Prompt Library

Explore and share AI prompts that can support your SCAQ examination preparation, including understanding concepts, practising questions, reviewing answers, revision and study planning.

Use AI responsibly: AI-generated responses may not always be accurate. Verify important information against official SCAQ learning materials and other authoritative sources.

Explore the AI Study Prompt Library

Official SCAQ Telegram Channel

Join the official Telegram channel for announcements, reminders, and important updates related to the SCAQ programmes and examinations.

Join the SCAQ Telegram Channel →

Candidates are encouraged to subscribe to the channel to stay informed of key updates and connect with fellow SCAQ candidates.

Support

Need More Help?

For enquiries relating to your candidate account, enrolment, exemptions, learning materials or examinations, please email scaq@isca.org.sg using your registered email address.

View the Candidate Portal and User Guides →

For urgent assistance on the day of your examination, please refer to the SCAQ Exam Hotline details provided in your examination instructions.

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