ICAI BoS Series May 2026

Last Updated On -21 Feb 2026

If you’re targeting May 2026, you’ve probably heard seniors say: “BoS sessions + MTPs = the final push.”
But in 2026, ICAI’s Board of Studies (Academic) has made the BoS Series more structured, more exam-focused, and easier to access across platforms—so students can revise fast, fix common mistakes, and align preparation with what actually gets tested.

This guide breaks down what are the new updates on the BoS series and what changed for May 2026, the exact BoS Series timelines, and the smartest way to use the program (without wasting hours passively watching classes).

What is the ICAI BoS Series?

For May 2026, ICAI BoS (Academic) is running “Success at CA Exam” BoS Series I & II—a set of virtual revision sessions designed to support students close to exams with the paper-wise guidance, topic-level revision, exam-writing techniques, common mistakes to avoid
last-leg strategy building.

The aim is not to “teach everything from scratch,” but to help you revise efficiently and perform better in the exam hall.

What changed in 2026 for the ICAI BoS Series May 2026?

Here are the most important changes you should know:

1) Clear two-phase structure: Series I + Series II (with fixed dates)

For May 2026, ICAI has clearly announced two rounds of BoS sessions (Series I and Series II), giving students a first revision sweep and then a second tightening round closer to exams.

2) Paper-wise scheduling in compact exam-like slots

The sessions are arranged in a way that mirrors exam readiness—e.g., two sessions in a day for multiple papers (morning/afternoon). For CA Final, the schedule explicitly shows 11:00 AM onwards and 2:00 PM onwards across papers.

3) More accessible viewing routes (App + Portal + YouTube)

ICAI lists multiple access paths for students—ICAI BoS mobile app, BoS Knowledge Portal, and ICAI CA Tube (YouTube). This makes attendance and revision easier, especially if you’re switching between devices.

4) “Join Zoom” + interactive support emphasized (not just lectures)

For CA Intermediate, the official notice highlights Zoom-based interaction, doubt resolution, notes/assignments/MCQs, and recorded access—indicating a stronger push towards interactive revision instead of only one-way classes.

ICAI BoS Series May 2026: Schedule (Course-wise)

Below are the course-wise highlights from ICAI BoS announcements for May 2026.

A) CA Final – Success at CA Exam BoS Series (May 2026)

Series I dates (CA Final)

28 March 2026: Paper 1 (Financial Reporting) + Paper 2 (AFM)
30 March 2026: Paper 3 (Advanced Auditing) + Paper 4 (DT & Int. Tax)
31 March 2026: Paper 5 (Indirect Tax) + Paper 6 (IBS)

Series II dates (CA Final)

14 April 2026: Paper 1 + Paper 2
15 April 2026: Paper 3 + Paper 4
16 April 2026: Paper 5 + Paper 6

Where to access: ICAI BoS app, BoS Knowledge Portal, ICAI CA Tube (YouTube).

B) CA Intermediate – Success at CA Exam BoS Series (May 2026)

Series I (CA Inter)

28 March 2026: Advanced Accounting + Corporate & Other Laws
30 March 2026: Taxation (Income-tax) + Taxation (GST)
31 March 2026: Cost & Management Accounting + Auditing & Ethics
1 April 2026: FM + SM

Series II (CA Inter)

14 April 2026: Advanced Accounting + Corporate & Other Laws
15 April 2026: Taxation (Income-tax) + Taxation (GST)
16 April 2026: Cost & Management Accounting + Auditing & Ethics
17 April 2026: FM + SM

The notice also provides “Step to Join Zoom Classes” via BoS Knowledge Portal and highlights interactive features.

C) CA Foundation – Success at CA Exam (May 2026)

Series I (CA Foundation)

21 April 2026: Accounting (11 AM onwards) + Business Laws (2 PM onwards)
22 April 2026: Quantitative Aptitude (11 AM onwards) + Business Economics (2 PM onwards)

Series II (CA Foundation)

30 April 2026: Accounting + Business Laws
1 May 2026: Quantitative Aptitude + Business Economics

How to use ICAI BoS Series May 2026 like a topper (not like a passive viewer)

Let’s be honest: watching sessions alone won’t boost marks—execution will. Here’s the winning method:

Step 1: Treat every BoS session like a “Revision Trigger”

Before the session:

open your ICAI module / notes
list 5 topics you feel weak in
keep a notebook page titled “Mistakes I repeat”

During the session:

write only exam-facing points: presentation tips, common traps, section-wise approach, frequent conceptual confusions.

After the session (most important):

attempt 1 past RTP/MTP question from that exact topic the same day.

This locks the learning in your brain and converts “watch time” into “exam marks”.

Step 2: Build a 7-day BoS + Practice Cycle (repeat until exams)

Day structure (ideal):

60–90 mins: revise notes/module
attend BoS session
60 mins: solve questions from the same chapter/topic
15 mins: self-check + error log update

Your “error log” is the secret weapon. By attempting time, you’ll know exactly what to fix.

Step 3: Use BoS access options strategically

ICAI provides multiple access channels, so you can optimize time:

live session on mobile (BoS app)
rewatch tricky parts on portal/YouTube later
keep sessions playing only when you’re revising the same paper (avoid random binge-watching)

Bonus: Combine BoS Series with MTPs for May 2026 (the power combo)

Many students don’t realize BoS Series works best when paired with Mock Test Papers.

For CA Final, ICAI announced MTP Series I from 16 March 2026 and Series II from 1 April 2026 (2 PM–5 PM).
It also states that question papers/answers are available via BoS Knowledge Portal and registration steps are shared through the BoS MTP portal.

For CA Intermediate, MTP Series I begins 16 March 2026 and Series II begins 2 April 2026 (10 AM–1 PM), with instructions to access papers/answers through BoS Knowledge Portal and MTP registration portal.

Best way to combine them:

Use MTPs to expose weaknesses
Use BoS sessions to fix them
Reattempt similar questions within 48 hours

FAQs: ICAI BoS Series May 2026

Is the BoS Series free?

Yes—BoS initiatives are published for student support via official ICAI channels like the BoS portal/app and ICAI CA Tube.

Do I need registration?

Access is provided through platforms like the BoS Knowledge Portal and ICAI BoS mobile app, and ICAI provides “login/access” guidance in the announcements.

Should I watch both Series I and Series II?

Yes—Series I helps you revise broadly; Series II is where you sharpen presentation and plug scoring gaps. This two-phase structure is exactly what makes May 2026 planning more systematic.