CA Inter May 2026 Toppers List: Shardul Shekhar Vichare Secures AIR 1, Abhinav Satheesh AIR 2, Teerth Jain AIR 3
5/26/20262 min read
CA Inter May 2026 Toppers List: Shardul Shekhar Vichare Secures AIR 1, Abhinav Satheesh AIR 2, Teerth Jain AIR 3
ICAI has announced the CA Intermediate May 2026 results. Shardul Shekhar Vichare secured AIR 1 with 531 marks, followed by Abhinav Satheesh (AIR 2) and Teerth Jain (AIR 3). Check topper marks, ranks, and success stories.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially declared the CA Intermediate May 2026 Examination Results, bringing excitement and celebration for thousands of Chartered Accountancy aspirants across India.
Along with the results, ICAI has released the merit list of top-performing candidates. This year, Shardul Shekhar Vichare secured All India Rank (AIR) 1 with an exceptional score of 531 marks out of 600. He was closely followed by Abhinav Satheesh, who secured AIR 2 with 530 marks, while Teerth Jain achieved AIR 3 with 519 marks.
CA Intermediate May 2026 Top 3 Rank Holders
Rank Name Marks Percentage
AIR 1 Shardul Shekhar Vichare 531/600 88.50%
AIR 2 Abhinav Satheesh 530/600 88.33%
AIR 3 Teerth Jain 519/600 86.50%
Source: ICAI CA Intermediate May 2026 Merit List.
AIR 1: Shardul Shekhar Vichare – 531 Marks
Shardul Shekhar Vichare emerged as the national topper in the CA Intermediate May 2026 examination. His remarkable score of 531 marks (88.50%) reflects extraordinary dedication, consistency, and conceptual clarity.
One of the most impressive highlights of his marksheet is a perfect score of 100 out of 100 in Cost and Management Accounting, demonstrating exceptional command over the subject.
AIR 2: Abhinav Satheesh – 530 Marks
Abhinav Satheesh secured AIR 2 with an outstanding score of 530 marks, missing the top position by just one mark. His performance showcases the intense competition among the top rank holders.
Abhinav also achieved a perfect score of 100 marks in Cost and Management Accounting and delivered excellent scores across all subjects.
AIR 3: Teerth Jain – 519 Marks
Teerth Jain secured AIR 3 with 519 marks and an impressive percentage of 86.50%. His achievement highlights the importance of disciplined preparation, strategic revision, and effective time management.
By securing a place in the All India Top 3, Teerth has become an inspiration for thousands of CA aspirants preparing for future ICAI examinations.
What Makes These Toppers Successful?
The success of the CA Inter May 2026 toppers demonstrates several common factors:
1. Strong Conceptual Understanding
Top rankers focus on understanding concepts rather than rote learning.
2. Multiple Revisions
Regular revisions help strengthen retention and improve examination performance.
3. ICAI Study Material Focus
Most rank holders prioritize ICAI study material, RTPs, MTPs, and previous year questions.
4. Consistent Practice
Daily problem-solving and mock tests improve speed, accuracy, and confidence.
5. Effective Time Management
Balancing all subjects equally helps students achieve high aggregate scores.
Inspiration for Future CA Aspirants
The achievements of Shardul Shekhar Vichare, Abhinav Satheesh, and Teerth Jain prove that success in CA examinations is possible through discipline, hard work, and smart preparation.
Their remarkable performance serves as motivation for students preparing for upcoming CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final examinations.
Conclusion
The CA Intermediate May 2026 examination witnessed exceptional performances by the country's brightest CA aspirants. Shardul Shekhar Vichare secured AIR 1 with 531 marks, followed closely by Abhinav Satheesh (530 marks) and Teerth Jain (519 marks).
We congratulate all three toppers on their outstanding achievement and wish them continued success in their Chartered Accountancy journey. Their success stories will continue to inspire future generations of CA aspirants across India.
Congratulations Champions! 🎉
Sources for topper names and marks: ICAI result coverage and merit list publications.