CPA Credits vs Indian Credits Explained | CPA Eligibility Guide
One of the biggest points of confusion for Indian students planning the CPA journey is the difference between the U.S. credit system and the Indian education framework. The CPA Exam requires 120 to 150 academic credits, while Indian degrees follow a duration-based model that does not directly match U.S. credit hours. This blog breaks down how the CPA credit system works, how Indian qualifications are interpreted during evaluation and what students must understand before applying. Understanding CPA Credits The U.S. education system uses credit hours to measure academic workload. For CPA eligibility: 120 credits are generally required to sit for the CPA Exam 150 credits are required to obtain the CPA license Most U.S. bachelor’s programs award around 120 credits, and master’s programs add another 30 to 36 credits, completing the 150-credit requirement. How the U.S. Credit System Works Every course in the U.S. carries credits based on: Total instructional hou...