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What are the levels of ICAN?

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Robert Miller

Updated on March 19, 2026

With effect from November 2014, the qualifying professional examination of the Institute under the new syllabus consists of the following three levels: Foundation, Skills and Professional. ICAN is a founding member of the IFAC and this syllabus complies with its Educational Standards & Guidelines.

Who can write ICAN exam?

Every graduate is qualified to take the ICAN examinations regardless of class of degree. You must have the following in place before you apply for ICAN: Your degree certificate from a University or your Higher National Diploma from any Polytechnic. Your O’level result with credits in five subjects.

Can an undergraduate Do ICAN?

ICAN Nigeria offers two types of exams. The first type is professional examinations, and it is meant for the holders of bachelor’s degrees or Higher National Diplomas in any discipline and holders of ICAN AAT qualification. The second type is the Accounting Technician Scheme exams.

Is ICAN difficult to pass?

ICAN questions are not really that difficult but the syllabus is wide. So the trick is disciplined preparation which is where classes come in. However if you can come up with a reading plan that effectively covers the syllabus and follow it through you are most likely to pass.

How much does ICAN exam cost?

EXAMINATION FEES FOR MARCH 2020

Levels
1 paper2 papers
Foundation22,500.0028,700.00
Skills31,700.0041,700.00
Professional34,450.0045,700.00

How much does it cost to write ICAN exam?

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LevelsRates
1 paper4 papers
Foundation22,500.0041,100.00
Skills31,700.0061,700.00
Professional34,450.0068,200.00

How much does ICAN registration cost?

How much is ICAN registration? A professional student will pay a sum of ₦7,000 as the registration fee for the professional examination. This is not including any charges.

How much does it cost to do ICAN?

How Much Does ICAN Cost in Nigeria?

Levels
1 paper2 papers
Foundation22,500.0028,700.00
Skills31,700.0041,700.00
Professional34,450.0045,700.00

How many years does it take to do ICAN?

Professional Level Approximately ICAN professional courses for non-accounting graduates can be completed in 18 months. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) according to the decree of the Parliament, was established in 1965.

How much is ICAN professional registration fee?

Professional examination registration fee is ₦7000 (bank charges not included) payable using any of the following methods of payment; PAY-DIRECT at any commercial bank in Nigeria.

What are the requirements for the ICAN exam?

Requirements for ICAN Registration Below are the registration requirements for ICAN: A university degree or Higher National Diploma from any ICAN accredited Polytechnic. Also, o’level result with at least five (5) credits.

What do you need to know about ICAN in Nigeria?

D B.Sc./HND (Accounting) obtained from ICAN accredited Institutions in Nigeria. A1. Quantitative Techniques in Business A2. Business and Finance A3. Financial Accounting A4. Management Information A5. Business Law B2. Audit and Assurance B3. Taxation

Where can I get management information from ICAN?

Management Information G M.Sc. (Accounting) obtained from ICAN accredited institutions in addition to B.Sc. in Accounting. A1. Quantitative Techniques in Business

How to register for ICAN in West Africa?

There are three ways you can register for ICAN. You can register as a professional student. Also, as an Accounting Technicians Scheme West Africa (or ATSWA) student. Additionally, as a member. To register under ICAN as a professional student, follow this information: