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CPA Exam Eligibility
To appear for the US CPA exam students must have:
from a recognized university
of education
& related subjects
- Each year of university education = 30 credits
- Every subject = 2.5–3 credits
What Do You Need to Become a Licensed CPA?
Passing the CPA exam is only the first step. To obtain a CPA license, candidates must meet additional education and work experience requirements set by the relevant US State Board of Accountancy.
150
total credit
hours of education
1-2
years of relevant
work experience
Ethics Exam
(if required by your
State Board)
Generally:
All US states are considering a pathway that allows licensure with 120 credits and 2 years of qualifying technical experience. As of 30-06-2026, 43/55 State Boards of Accounting have already voted to adopt it (Including Montana, Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Maryland, Washington, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Rhode Island and others), remaining states are in process of voting.
How Many Credits Do You Need for the CPA?
Most US State Boards require 120 credits to appear for the CPA exam and 150 credits to obtain the CPA license.
Most Indian graduates earn approximately 90 credits through a bachelor’s degree. Any shortfall can typically be completed through a postgraduate qualification or an approved Bridge Course.
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Your 5-Step Path to CPA Eligibility
From academic evaluation to receiving your Notice to Schedule (NTS), here’s how the CPA eligibility process works.
Verify Your Academic Eligibility
Confirm your credit hours and subject coverage. If you're short, EduMont identifies the right bridge course while mapping your AI readiness alongside.
Get recommendation for a US State Board
Based on your academic profile, EduMont recommends the State Board whose criteria you already meet or can meet with minimal effort.
Credential Evaluation
Your transcripts are assessed by an ex-NASBA evaluator who converts your Indian qualification into equivalent US credit hours.
Apply for CPA Exam Eligibility
Submit your formal application to your recommended US State Board. EduMont reviews every detail before submission.
Receive Your Notice to Schedule (NTS)
Your green light to book your first CPA section. Your CPA journey has officially begun.
How Your Qualification Translates into CPA Eligibility
Different qualifications earn different credit hours. Use the table below to understand where you stand and whether you may need additional credits to become CPA exam eligible.
|
Indian Qualification
|
Equivalent Credit Hours
|
CPA Exam Eligibility
|
|---|---|---|
|
B.Com / B.Com (Hons) / BA / BMS / BFA /
Other 3-Year Graduation |
90
|
May require an additional 30 credits through a Bridge Course or postgraduate qualification to meet the 120-credit requirement. |
|
Any Graduation +
MBA / M.Com |
150+
|
Generally meets the 150-credit requirement and qualifies for CPA exam eligibility in most US State Boards. |
|
Any Graduation +
CA / CS / ICWA (Full) |
150+
|
Generally satisfies the 150-credit requirement and is eligible for both CPA exam and licensure pathways. |
|
Any Graduation +
CA Inter / CS Inter / ICMAI Inter / 1-Year Diploma / Executive MBA |
120+
|
Eligible for the CPA exam in many US State Boards. |
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Falling Short of CPA Credits? A Bridge Course Can Help.
Bridge Courses are NAAC-accredited programs designed to help Indian students meet US CPA credit requirements without pursuing an additional full-time degree.
You May Need a Bridge Course If:
You are missing credits in Accounting, Business, or Economics subjects
You do not yet meet the 120-credit requirement for the CPA exam
You do not have the 150 credits required for CPA licensure
Why Students Choose Bridge Courses:
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Any candidate with a bachelor’s degree and at least 120 credits, including 24 accounting credits, can sit for the US CPA examination. Indian students with B.Com, B.Com (Hons), M.Com, or MBA degrees are eligible, often with help from bridge courses. Candidates with CA, CS, or ICWA qualifications usually qualify too.
Indian students usually have around 90 credits. To meet the 120-credit CPA exam eligibility, most need bridge courses for extra credits. Students with 8+ ABE credits may qualify under the exception rule. A NASBA-approved credential evaluation is also needed for the CPA application process.
On average, 12 to 18 months to clear all 4 sections. After appearing for the first section, the students have 30 months for appearing for the remaining papers in the rolling window. With EduMont coaching, many students finish all sections in about 14 months.
Both are challenging. CA Final pass rates are around 5–10%, while CPA pass rates per section are 40–60%. CPA tests financial accounting, auditing, and regulation through MCQs and task-based simulations. CA-qualified professionals often find the US CPA exam manageable with proper preparation.
No. You must first complete a bachelor’s degree with 120 credits to be eligible for the CPA examination.
Yes. CA is not required. Any candidate with a bachelor’s degree in commerce, business, or related fields, and the required credits, can become a CPA. Thousands of Indian students earn the CPA license without CA every year.
Yes. With our structured CPA Schedule and 3–4 hours of daily preparation, clearing all 4 sections in 14 months is realistic, especially with our ‘Pass in 1 Attempt’ program.
In India, starting salaries are around INR 7–24 LPA, while experienced professionals at Big Four firms can earn INR 25 to 50 LPA. In the US, salaries range USD 70,000–120,000 depending on experience and location.
It depends on your goals. CPA is ideal for careers in audit, taxation, financial accounting and reporting, and public accounting. MBA is broader for management. For accountancy and finance careers, CPA certification usually gives a better ROI, which is much faster and at a lower cost than an MBA.
Yes. Candidates with BBA, B.Sc (with accounting subjects), or other bachelor’s degrees can become a CPA with Bridge courses that can cover any missing credits, and a credential evaluation confirms eligibility.
The CPA exam primarily focuses on accounting, auditing, taxation, and business concepts. However, modern finance and accounting roles increasingly work alongside AI, automation, analytics, and reporting systems. That's why EduMont students receive complimentary access to CASA (Certified AI Systems Accountant) alongside their CPA preparation.
In addition to CPA exam preparation, EduMont includes CASA at no extra cost. CASA introduces students to AI-assisted reporting, audit workflows, finance automation, dashboards, analytics, and the technology tools increasingly used across Big 4 firms, GCCs, and global finance teams.
Clearing the CPA helps you become professionally qualified. Understanding AI helps you stay relevant in a rapidly evolving finance industry. Through CASA, EduMont helps students build familiarity with modern finance workflows so they are better prepared for interviews, workplace expectations, and future career opportunities.