CMA Foundation Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme – December 2025 Attempts

CMA Foundation Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme – December 2025 Attempts

Are you planning to sit for the December 2025 CMA Foundation exam?  To prepare well, one must have a thorough understanding of the format and scoring methodology of the test.  All of the things you need are listed here CMA Foundation Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme – December 2025 Attempts.

Complete Exam Structure

The CMA India Foundation test includes four sections, each graded out of 100. You get two hours for every section. How you take the test - one piece at a time or bundled together - is up to how ready you feel, offering some choice.

Paper-wise Breakup:

• Paper 1: Fundamentals of Economics (60 marks) + Management (40 marks) 

• Paper 2: Fundamentals of Accounting (100 marks) 

• Paper 3: Business Laws (60 marks) + Ethics (40 marks) 

• Paper 4: Business Mathematics (60 marks) + Statistics (40 marks)

Question Types You'll Face

The exam includes a mix of objective and descriptive questions:

• Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): These test your conceptual understanding and quick thinking

• Short Answer Questions: Require brief explanations (2-5 marks each)

• Long Answer Questions: Demand detailed responses with proper reasoning (10-15 marks)

• Practical Problems: Especially in Accounting and Mathematics papers

The exact distribution varies, but expect 40-50% weightage to MCQs and the rest to descriptive answers. This is why practicing 2000+ MCQs helps significantly—quality CMA Foundation Coaching ensures you're ready for all question types.

Marking Scheme Decoded

Here's what determines your success:

Passing Criteria:

• Minimum 40% in each paper individually

• 50% aggregate across all papers combined

• Both conditions must be satisfied simultaneously

Example: Scoring 45, 38, 55, 62 won't work (Paper 2 is below 40%). But 42, 44, 58, 56 with 50% aggregate—you pass!

Important: There's typically no negative marking in descriptive sections, but verify current exam guidelines. This means attempting all questions strategically benefits you.

Exam Mode Options

For December 2025, you can choose:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT): Popular choice, instant submission

• Written Mode: Traditional pen-paper format

Both modes follow identical patterns and marking schemes. Choose what you're comfortable with!

Time Management Strategy

With 120 minutes per paper, here's a smart breakdown:

• MCQs: 40-50 minutes (quick answers)

• Short Questions: 30-40 minutes (concise writing)

• Long Questions/Problems: 30-40 minutes (detailed solutions)

• Review: 5-10 minutes (check answers, silly mistakes)

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Scoring High: Subject-wise Approach

Accounting & Math: These are scoring papers! With thorough practice, you can consistently score 70-80+. Focus on accuracy and presentation.

Economics & Laws: Conceptual clarity and structured answers fetch good marks. Use headings, bullet points, and examples.

Ethics: Often underestimated but easiest to score if studied properly. Real-life business scenarios help here.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Ignoring weightage—focus more on high-mark topics 

• Leaving questions unanswered (no negative marking usually!) 

• Poor handwriting and presentation in written mode 

• Not practicing MCQs enough—they're quick score-boosters 

• Spending too much time on one difficult question

Your Winning Formula

Understanding the exam pattern is half the battle won! You'll succeed if you use this knowledge in conjunction with regular practice and preparation with 100xcommerce's CMA Foundation Classes in Bengaluru.

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