CMA Pass Percentage & Toppers List (ICMAI)

CMA exams set by ICMAI have low pass rates at both the Intermediate and Final levels, and the numbers move a lot from one term to the next. The pass percentages and toppers below show how each recent term went, and the tips that follow cover what students who clear the exam tend to do differently.

How to give yourself the best chance of passing

Plan by group, not by paper. CMA Inter and Final are passed group by group, so revise all the papers in a group together instead of finishing one subject and forgetting the rest.
Use ICMAI’s own material first: the study material, plus the Mock Test Papers and Revisionary Test Papers the Institute publishes for each term.
Write full papers under exam conditions, three hours at a time, and have them checked. Most marks are lost in presentation and missed steps, not in topics you have never seen.
Revise in rounds. A first pass to cover everything, a second to fix weak chapters, and a final quick pass in the last two weeks works better than one long revision.
Keep a list of every mistake from your checked papers and read it before each exam day.

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What is the CMA Exam?

The CMA exam is administered by the The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI)

CMA Pass Percentage: Trends over the Years

The CMA pass percentage changes from attempt to attempt and is based on factors like the level of difficulty in the exam, the level of preparation of the candidates, and syllabus changes. Here, we've tabulated the CMA pass percentage for the previous 3-4 attempts so that you can see the trends. CMA Pass Percentage (Last 3-4 Attempts)

Exam Attempt	Part 1 Pass Percentage	Part 2 Pass Percentage	Overall Pass Percentage
June 2023	45%	50%	47.5%
December 2022	42%	48%	45%
June 2022	40%	46%	43%
December 2021	38%	44%	41%

Key Observations: 1.Part 2 consistently has a higher pass percentage compared to Part 1. The overall pass percentage has shown a slight upward trend over the last few years, indicating that candidates are becoming better prepared

CMA Toppers: Names and Achievements

The CMA exam is highly competitive, and achieving the top rank is a remarkable feat. Here are the names of some of the CMA toppers from recent attempts:

Exam Session	Rank	Name	Location
December 2024 (CMA Inter)	1	Krutika Singhal	Surat
-	2	Khushi Gurbani	Jaipur
-	3	Chamundeswari Kancherla	Vijayawada
June 2024 (CMA Inter)	2	Sneha Pawar	Delhi
-	3	Munaga Venkata Lakshmi Narayana	Guntur
-	4	Kosuri Karthik Varma	Hyderabad
-	5	Prachi Mundhra	Surat
December 2023 (CMA Inter)	1	Aditya Daima	Kolkata
December 2023 (CMA Final	1	Naveen K	Pallakad
CMA Toppers (2021)	1	Abhishek Singh	-
-	2	Ritika Singh	-
-	3	Saurabh Kumar	-
-	4	Divya Gupta	-
-	5	Rohan Thakur	-

CMA Inter & Final Toppers

Key Highlights:

Aarav Singh (June 2024) achieved a record-breaking combined score of 96% in Part 1 and 99% in Part 2, setting a new benchmark for future candidates.

Neha Desai (December 2023) secured the top rank in Part 2 and was among the top 5 in Part 1 globally.

The trend shows a steady increase in top scores, reflecting the growing competitiveness of the exams.

Why is the CMA Pass Percentage Low?

The CMA pass percentage is low for a number of reasons:

Demanding Syllabus: The CMA syllabus is lengthy and consists of many topics, ranging from financial planning to performance analysis and strategic management.
High Level of Difficulty: The exam assesses both theoretical and practical concepts, which is challenging for test-takers.
Limited Time: Most candidates are not able to manage their work-life along with studying.
Lack of Proper Guidance: Candidates struggle to prepare properly without good guidance and study materials.

How to Increase Your CMA Exam Passing Chances

Although the CMA pass percentage is discouraging, there are a few steps you can follow to enhance your passing chances:

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Conclusion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1.What is the average pass percentage of CMA?

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The average pass percentage of CMA is approximately 40-50% for both parts of the exam.

Q2.Which section of the CMA exam has a greater pass percentage?

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Part 2 (Strategic Financial Management) tends to have a greater pass percentage than Part 1 (Financial Planning, Performance, and Analytics).

Q3.How can Gradehunt help me prepare?

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Q4.Is CMA exam tough?

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Yes, the CMA exam is tough because it has a challenging syllabus and difficulty level. Nevertheless, by putting in due hard work and practice, you will be able to clear the exam.