There are two ways to register for CA Intermediate. a) By clearing the CA Foundation Course: Students who score at least 50% marks in the CA Foundation examination can register for CA Intermediate. b) Through the Direct Entry Route: The following candidates are allowed to register for the CA Intermediate course directly. A Commerce graduate/ Post-Graduate (with minimum 55% marks) or other Graduate/ Post-Graduate (with minimum 60% marks) Those who have cleared the CS Executive level of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, having completed 9 months of course study on or before the first day of the month in which the examination is to be held. Those who have completed the CMA Intermediate programme conducted by the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, having completed 9 months of course study on or before the first day of the month in which the examination is to be held.