The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) officially announced the CA Final January 2026 results on 1 March 2026, confirming that thousands of candidates have successfully qualified the prestigious Chartered Accountant examination. The result declaration brings the performance of the top rankers into focus, including the all‑India topper.
Diksha Goyal Tops CA Final January 2026 with 486 Marks
The highest achiever in the CA Final January 2026 session is Diksha Goyal from Karnal, who secured All India Rank 1 (AIR 1) by scoring an impressive 486 out of 600 marks, equivalent to 81% overall. Her performance sets a benchmark in what remains one of India’s toughest professional examinations. Other top rank holders in the result include Anirudh Garg, who secured AIR 2 with 452 marks (75.33%), and Rishabh Jain and Dhruv Dembla, who shared AIR 3 with 451 marks (75.17%) each
CA Final Results and Pass Statistics
Candidates who appeared for the CA Final January 2026 exam can check their individual scorecards and overall result status on the ICAI official result portal by using their registration number and roll number. This includes detailed subject‑wise marks and qualification status. According to ICAI data, a total of 7,590 candidates have qualified as Chartered Accountants in this session, reflecting the exam’s competitive nature.
How to Check the Result Online?
To view the CA Final result:
- Visit the official ICAI result portal at icai.org or icai.nic.in.
- Click on the link for CA Final January 2026 Result.
- Enter your roll number and registration number.
- Submit to see the scorecard and result status.
- Download and save the result for future record
Significance of AIR 1 in CA Final Examination
Securing All India Rank 1 in the CA Final exam is considered a significant accomplishment, showcasing superior knowledge, discipline and consistent performance across advanced accounting, auditing, taxation and financial reporting areas. Top rankers often become sought after by leading firms for articleship and post‑qualification career opportunities.