The new year brings new hopes — and for CA Intermediate aspirants, it begins with Mock Test Paper 1 for January 2025.
If you’re stepping into this attempt, this MTP isn’t just a test — it’s your first real handshake with ICAI’s expectations.
“Every MTP you solve adds a layer of calm confidence to your exam mindset.”
What Makes MTP 1 So Important?
ICAI designs MTP 1 to act as your baseline.
It tests your grasp of the syllabus before you enter the final preparation phase.
This paper reveals where your concepts stand and what areas still need fine-tuning.
Subject-Wise CA Intermediate MTP 1 (January 2025)
GROUP 1
GROUP 2
| PAPER NO. | QUE PAPER | SOLUTIONS |
| 4 | DOWNLOAD | DOWNLOAD |
| 5 | DOWNLOAD | DOWNLOAD |
| 6 | DOWNLOAD | DOWNLOAD |
Helpful Add-ons for Better Exam Preparation
- CA INTERMEDIATE MAY 2025 MTP-1
- CA INTERMEDIATE MAY 2025 MTP-2
- CA INTERMEDIATE SEPTEMBER 2025 MTP-1
- CA INTERMEDIATE SEPTEMBER 2025 MTP-2
- CA INTERMEDIATE MAY 2025 PYQs
- CA INTERMEDIATE JANUARY 2025 PYQs
- CA INTERMEDIATE SEPTEMBER 2024 PYQs
- CA INTERMEDIATE MAY 2024 PYQs
- CA INTERMEDIATE SEPTEMBER 2025 RTP
- CA INTERMEDIATE MAY 2025 RTP
Common Student Questions — Answered!
- Q 1. How many days should I give for MTP 1?
- Ideally 10–12 days, one subject per day with full answer review next morning.
- Q 2. Can I skip theory papers first?
- No. Start with Law or Audit — they build conceptual stamina for later papers.
- Q 3. What’s the best way to review MTP 1 mistakes?
- Create a “Mistake Sheet” — note the topic, reason for error, and correct logic. Revise only that before MTP 2.
- Q 4. Is MTP 1 harder than the actual ICAI exam?
- Slightly, yes. It’s meant to stretch your speed and comprehension limits early on.
How to Attempt MTP 1 Like a Real Exam
- Fix your timing — attempt the paper between 2 PM – 5 PM (no breaks).
- Simulate ICAI conditions — pen, calculator, and silence only.
- Analyse, don’t just attempt — your review session matters more than the paper itself.
- Mark “concept holes” — chapters where you lost marks repeatedly.
- Plan revision accordingly — focus on those chapters before MTP 2.
Key Takeaways from ICAI’s MTP 1 Pattern
- More integrated case-based questions across Accounting & Law.
- Taxation focusing on GST conceptual depth and cross-section analysis.
- FM & Economics introducing more data-interpretation-style numericals.
- Audit & Law now blend theoretical application with real-life case study tone.
MTP 1 – Revision Strategy
| DAY | FOCUS AREA | ACTION |
| Day 1–3 | Accounting + Costing | Full-length attempt + error mapping |
| Day 4–6 | Law + Audit | Concept & presentation focus |
| Day 7–9 | Tax + FM | Numerical accuracy + time control |
| Day 10–12 | Overall Review | Go through your “Mistake Sheet” |
Student Tip
“Don’t treat MTP 1 as a burden — treat it as your diagnostic scan.
It’s better to make 10 mistakes here than one costly error in the real exam.”
Final Thought
CA Intermediate MTP 1 (January 2025) is your launch pad.
The journey from MTP 1 to MTP 3 is where most rankers sharpen their performance.
Start early, stay consistent, and remember —
“Mock tests don’t predict results, they prepare you to create them.”