ACCA Exam Attempts & Schedule – How to Plan Your Papers

ACCA Exam Attempts & Schedule – How to Plan Your Papers

iProledge Expert Guide for 2025–2026 ACCA Students

So, you’re eyeing those ACCA exams around 2025 or 2026? It’s normal to wonder what comes next - what if you don’t nail it the first time, when retakes happen, or even just how to get through them successfully. You aren’t alone in feeling a bit lost ACCA Exam Attempts & Schedule – How to Plan Your Papers

Getting through the ACCA calls for a bit of give-and-take, yet smart preparation helps you ace tests without breaking the bank or your sanity. Consider this your go-to resource for navigating exams, timing, and what to study - informed by insights from iProledge, a well-regarded ACCA training center based in Bengaluru.

1. Understanding ACCA Exam Attempts

ACCA allows multiple attempts per paper, giving students flexibility to choose dates based on readiness:

• Applied Knowledge Level: Computer-based exams (CBE), on-demand, meaning you can take them anytime.

• Applied Skills & Strategic Professional Levels: Held in four sessions each year – March, June, September, December.

• There’s no limit on the number of attempts per paper — you can reappear until you pass.

• Strategic tip: Avoid frequent resits; focus on mastering concepts and practice to pass in first attempt.

iProledge Tip: Plan your exams around personal schedule and study pace. First-time clearance saves time, effort, and money.

2. ACCA Exam Schedule 2025–2026

Here’s the typical ACCA exam calendar for India:

Applied Knowledge (BT, MA, FA)

• Exam Mode: Computer-based, on-demand

• Schedule: Anytime throughout the year

• Duration: 2 hours per paper

Applied Skills (LW, PM, TX, FR, FM, AA)

• Exam Mode: Computer-based

• Schedule: March, June, September, December

• Duration: 3 hours per paper

Strategic Professional (SBL, SBR, AFM, APM, ATX, AAA)

• Exam Mode: Computer-based, case-study focused

• Schedule: March, June, September, December

• Duration: 3–3.15 hours per paper

Early planning allows you to book exams at standard entry fee rates and avoid last-minute pressure.

3. How to Plan Your Papers Effectively

Strategic scheduling of your papers is critical to manage workload, maximize retention, and maintain motivation.

Step 1: Start with Your Strengths

• Attempt subjects you are confident in first.

• Example: If you have prior accounting knowledge, consider starting with Applied Knowledge or FR/FM.

Step 2: Balance Theory & Practical Papers

• Combine a theory-heavy paper with a numerical/practical paper in the same session.

• Example: LW + PM or FR + FM.

Step 3: Spread Out High-Weightage Papers

• Don’t attempt multiple tough papers in one session.

• Spread Strategic Professional papers across multiple sessions to avoid burnout.

Step 4: Consider Exemptions

• If you have exemptions, skip the relevant papers to save time and exam fees.

• Example: B.Com graduates often get exemptions for Applied Knowledge papers.

Step 5: Mock Test Scheduling

• Leave at least 2–3 weeks before the exam for full-length mocks and revision.

• Use iProledge’s AI-based mocks to identify weak areas before final exams.

4. Recommended Exam Attempt Strategy

Here’s a typical approach used by top ACCA performers:

Session	Paper Type	Suggested Papers	Notes
First Attempt (Mar/Jun)	Applied Knowledge	BT, MA	Build confidence, get accustomed to exam format
Second Attempt (Jun/Sep)	Applied Skills	LW, FR	Mix theory and practical
Third Attempt (Sep/Dec)	Applied Skills	FM, AA, TX	Focus on weaker subjects first
Final Attempt (Dec/Mar next year)	Strategic Professional	SBL, SBR	Split Essentials & Optional papers across sessions

iProledge Tip: Stick to 2–3 papers per session for optimal preparation and mental balance.

5. Key Points to Remember

• No penalty for reattempts — but multiple attempts cost time and money.

• Early booking: Book exams as soon as the registration opens to secure your preferred centre or online slot.

• Revision buffer: Leave at least 1 week between completing a paper and starting the next.

• Paper dependencies: Applied Knowledge → Applied Skills → Strategic Professional. Don’t skip levels unless you have exemptions.

6. Advantages of Proper Exam Planning

1. Reduced Stress: Avoid last-minute cramming.

2. Cost-Efficient: Avoid late entry or multiple resits.

3. Improved Performance: Adequate time for mocks, revisions, and practice.

4. Better Retention: Balanced schedule helps memorize formulas, standards, and concepts.

5. Motivation Boost: Early wins in weaker sessions keep morale high.

Pro Tip from iProledge: Treat ACCA as a journey, not a race. Planned, consistent attempts yield better results than haphazard attempts.

7. iProledge Guidance for Paper Planning

At iProledge, we help ACCA students:

• Create personalized exam schedules for 2025–2026 

• Suggest paper combinations for each session to balance difficulty 

• Track progress and mock scores to decide next attempts 

• Provide expert tips to maximize first-attempt clearance

8. Student Success Stories

• “iProledge helped me plan my papers efficiently. I cleared Applied Skills in the first attempt and SBL in the next session.” – Priya, ACCA 2024

• “Following the suggested paper sequence and mocks kept my stress levels low and results high.” – Rahul, ACCA 2023

9. Call to Action

Plan smart. Pass first attempt. Succeed globally.

Join iProledge, Bengaluru’s leading ACCA coaching institute, for structured guidance, mocks, and paper planning support:

• Call/WhatsApp: 9019100880 

• Email: iProledgeteam@gmail.com 

• Website: www.iProledge.co 

Special Offer: Enroll this month and get Free Paper Planning Guide + 20% Discount on Coaching Fees

With proper planning and mentorship, ACCA success is not just a dream — it’s your reality. Let iProledge guide you every step of the way!