
CA Final Financial Reporting MCQs 2026 were included in Paper 1: Financial Reporting of the CA Final May 2026 examination. The paper was conducted on 2 May 2026 and had both MCQ and descriptive sections. The MCQ section carried 30 marks and included case-based questions covering different areas of Ind AS.
The questions tested concepts from impairment of assets, fair value measurement, disposal of subsidiaries, financial instruments, associates, business combinations, revenue recognition, earnings per share, and other areas of Financial Reporting.
The CA Final Financial Reporting May 2026 paper can be useful for understanding the type of practical situations asked in the examination. Students can use these questions to revise concepts and practise selecting the appropriate accounting treatment.
Paper 1: Financial Reporting was divided into Part I and Part II. Part I consisted of multiple-choice questions, while Part II consisted of descriptive questions.
The MCQs were presented through case scenarios as well as individual questions. The paper tested the application of Ind AS provisions to practical accounting situations.
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Particular |
Details |
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Exam |
CA Final |
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Paper |
Paper 1 – Financial Reporting |
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Exam session |
May 2026 |
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Exam date |
2 May 2026 |
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MCQ portion |
30 marks |
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Descriptive portion |
70 marks |
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Total marks |
100 |
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Exam duration |
3 hours |
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Total MCQs |
15 |
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Question type |
Case-based and conceptual |
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Negative marking |
No negative marking for wrong answers |
Candidates were required to mark the answers to the MCQs on the OMR answer sheet. The instructions also stated that answers written inside the descriptive answer book would not be evaluated.
The May 2026 Financial Reporting paper included several case scenarios. These questions required students to identify the applicable Ind AS and apply the relevant accounting principles.
The major areas covered in the MCQ section included:
Impairment of assets
Investment property
Fair value measurement
Disposal of a subsidiary
Financial liabilities and transaction costs
Convertible preference shares
Associates and equity method
Impairment of investment in associates
Business combinations
Non-current assets held for sale
Prior-period errors
Revenue recognition
Earnings per share
First-time adoption of Ind AS
Professional ethics
Students preparing for the upcoming CA Final attempts can use the May 2026 Paper 1 question paper as a practice set. The paper contains 15 MCQs with four options each.
The questions are based on practical situations. Some require calculations, while others test the correct interpretation of Ind AS provisions.
The official answer key provided with the question paper gives the correct option for each MCQ.
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The following questions are based on the MCQ section of the May 2026 Financial Reporting examination.
A. ₹20 lakhs for CGU 1 and ₹40 lakhs for CGU 2
B. ₹24 lakhs for CGU 2
C. Assets in CGU 1 ₹4 lakhs and Corporate Office Building ₹20 lakhs
D. Assets in CGU 1 ₹20 lakhs and Corporate Office Building ₹4 lakhs
Answer: D
The case involved two cash-generating units and a corporate office building. The impairment assessment required allocation of the corporate asset to the CGUs before determining the impairment loss.
A. Quoted price
B. Cost approach
C. Highest and Best Use
D. Income approach
Answer: C
The land was located in a prime commercial area and could legally be converted for commercial use. The question therefore tested the highest and best use principle under Ind AS 113.
A. ₹2,970 lakhs
B. ₹1,770 lakhs
C. ₹2,500 lakhs
D. ₹770 lakhs
Answer: A
The calculation considered the consideration received, net assets, non-controlling interest and the related foreign currency translation reserve.
A. Both are treated as transaction costs of the new loan and included in calculating the effective interest rate.
B. The prepayment premium is recognised as part of the gain or loss on extinguishment of the old loan, while the processing fee is treated as a transaction cost of the new loan and included in the effective interest rate.
C. Both are recognised as part of the gain or loss on extinguishment of the old loan and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.
D. The prepayment premium is treated as a transaction cost of the new loan, while the processing fee is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Answer: B
The question tested the accounting treatment of costs associated with the extinguishment of an old financial liability and the recognition of transaction costs related to a new financial liability.
A. Financial assets
B. Equity
C. Non-current liability
D. Financial liability
Answer: B
The question required assessment of the terms of the convertible preference shares and their classification under the relevant financial instrument requirements.
The second case scenario in the paper was based on Zest Ltd. and its investments in Sun Ltd., Large Ltd. and Sour Ltd.
The case tested the equity method, impairment of investments and the determination of consideration in a business combination.
A. ₹10,80,000
B. ₹23,75,000
C. ₹57,20,000
D. ₹60,80,000
Answer: C
Zest Ltd. acquired a 45% stake in Sun Ltd. and had significant influence over the company. The investment was measured using the equity method. The calculation considered the investor's share of profit and the relevant change in the associate's net assets.
A. ₹46,00,000
B. ₹24,94,000
C. ₹28,94,000
D. ₹49,90,000
Answer: B
The question required comparison of the carrying amount of the investment with its recoverable amount after considering the relevant accounting adjustments.
A. ₹192.40 lakhs
B. ₹187.60 lakhs
C. ₹200 lakhs
D. ₹194 lakhs
Answer: B
The calculation required separating amounts that form part of consideration from payments that relate to other arrangements, including transaction costs and employee-related payments.
The third case scenario was based on ABC Ltd. It covered the proposed disposal of a fertilizer division and other accounting matters.
The questions tested Ind AS 105, Ind AS 8 and Ind AS 115.
A. ₹14.6 million
B. ₹20 million
C. Nil
D. ₹16 million
Answer: C
The question required the application of the measurement rules for a disposal group classified as held for sale. The carrying amounts of the assets and the fair value less costs to sell were relevant to the calculation.
A. ₹42 million
B. ₹34.72 million
C. ₹12 million
D. ₹30 million
Answer: D
The calculation required consideration of the classification and measurement of the disposal group under the applicable Ind AS provisions.
A. Adjust the opening balance of retained earnings for the current year and restate the comparative figures for the previous year.
B. Recognise the ₹10 lakh loss in the current year's Statement of Profit and Loss as an exceptional item.
C. Treat it as a change in accounting estimate and adjust the current year's profit.
D. No adjustment is needed because the previous year's books are already closed.
Answer: A
The error related to the previous financial year and was identified before the financial statements were approved. It therefore required treatment in accordance with the requirements for prior-period errors.
A. ₹2,000
B. ₹28,000
C. ₹30,000
D. ₹70,000
Answer: A
The question tested revenue recognition for a contract involving customised software and a change in the estimated hours required to complete the work.
The remaining questions covered diluted earnings per share, first-time adoption of Ind AS and professional ethics.
A. ₹2.325
B. ₹2.25
C. ₹2.50
D. ₹2.35
Answer: B
The calculation involved the company's profit after tax, convertible bonds and the additional ordinary shares that would arise on conversion. The applicable tax effect on interest also had to be considered while calculating diluted EPS.
A. Adjust the provision to ₹15 lakhs in the opening Ind AS Balance Sheet.
B. Keep the provision at ₹10 lakhs in the opening Ind AS Balance Sheet.
C. Adjust the difference of ₹5 lakhs in retained earnings.
D. Reverse the provision and recognise the actual liability of ₹15 lakhs.
Answer: B
The question considered the information available on the transition date and the subsequent settlement of the lawsuit. The correct treatment depends on whether the settlement information was available at the transition date.
A. The accountant does not have a motive and opportunity to manipulate price-sensitive information to gain financially.
B. The accountant holds a direct or indirect financial interest in the employing organisation that may be affected by decisions made by the accountant.
C. The accountant is eligible for a profit-related bonus that may be directly affected by decisions made by the accountant.
D. The accountant holds deferred bonus shares, rights or share options in the employing organisation whose value may be affected by decisions made by the accountant.
Answer: A
The question tested the circumstances that can create a self-interest threat. The absence of a motive and opportunity to manipulate price-sensitive information does not itself represent such a threat.
The May 2026 MCQ section covered a wide range of Financial Reporting concepts. Students preparing for the next attempt should revise both conceptual provisions and their practical application.
Important areas included:
Ind AS 32 – Financial Instruments
Ind AS 33 – Earnings Per Share
Ind AS 34 – Interim Financial Reporting
Ind AS 36 – Impairment of Assets
Ind AS 38 – Intangible Assets
Ind AS 103 – Business Combinations
Ind AS 105 – Non-current Assets Held for Sale
Ind AS 107 – Financial Instruments: Disclosures
Ind AS 109 – Financial Instruments
Ind AS 110 – Consolidated Financial Statements
Ind AS 113 – Fair Value Measurement
Ind AS 115 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers
First-time adoption of Ind AS
Professional ethics