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CA Intermediate Auditing and Ethics MCQ tests

Group 2January 2027 attempt30 marks60 minutesNo negative marking

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About this paper

Practice tests for the Auditing and Ethics paper. The questions follow the Part I MCQ pattern of the ICAI examination paper: case scenarios testing the practical application of Standards on Auditing (SAs), audit procedures, documentation, audit reports, CARO 2020, and professional ethics. Each test has 15 questions in 6 case scenarios, carries 30 marks and runs for 60 minutes, with no negative marking.

Tests here: 15 tests, 225 questions in all, 15 questions in 6 case scenarios in each test, 60 minutes and 30 marks each, no negative marking. After you submit you see your score, a chapter-wise and difficulty-wise breakdown, and an explanation for every question.

Law and standards used: ICAI Study Material for Paper 5 Auditing and Ethics (relevant for the January 2027 examination attempt), Standards on Auditing (SAs) issued by ICAI, Companies (Auditor's Report) Order 2020 (CARO 2020), and the ICAI Code of Ethics.

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What is the pattern of these tests?

The same as Part I of the ICAI paper: case scenarios presenting audit engagements, audit evidence, internal control deficiencies, reporting qualifications, and ethical scenarios, followed by questions asking you to apply standard auditing procedures and pronouncements. Every question carries 2 marks.

What does this paper cover?

The syllabus of CA Intermediate Group 2 Paper 5: Auditing and Ethics. This includes Nature, Objective and Scope of Audit, Audit Strategy, Audit Planning and Audit Programme, Risk Assessment and Internal Control (SA 315, SA 330), Audit Evidence (SA 500 series), Audit of Items of Financial Statements, Audit Documentation (SA 230), Completion and Review (SA 560, SA 570, SA 580), Audit Report (SA 700 series, CARO 2020), Special Features of Audit of Different Types of Entities, Audit of Banks, and Ethics and Terms of Audit Engagements (SQC 1, SA 210, SA 220, and ICAI Code of Ethics).

How long is each test and how is it marked?

Each test runs for 60 minutes and carries 30 marks across 15 questions arranged in 6 case scenarios. Every question carries 2 marks. There is no negative marking, so an incorrect answer costs you nothing.

Which standards and provisions apply to these questions?

The questions follow the ICAI Study Material for Paper 5, all applicable Standards on Auditing (SAs), the Companies (Auditor's Report) Order 2020 (CARO 2020), and the ICAI Code of Ethics relevant for the January 2027 examination attempt.

Will I get a certificate?

When you complete a test in timed exam mode and submit, you can download a performance certificate showing your score, tier, and time taken, ready as a PNG or PDF.

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