For ICMAP Students
For ICMAP Students
PIPFA has launched Gateway Examination for ICMAP students passed up to ML + Business Taxation (SL1) or equivalent. Passing of this Gateway will result in direct PIPFA Qualification and eligibility for PIPFA Membership subject to fulfilling its pre-requisites.
Eligibility
The students of ICMA Pakistan passed up to ML + passing of Business Taxation (SL1) or equivalent are eligible for getting registered in Gateway Scheme.
Fee Structure
The fee for Computer Based Gateway Examination (CBGE) would be Rs. 23,000/-, while students will be required to pay registration fee and exemption fee amount to Rs. 5,250 and Rs. 26,000 (Concessional Exemption fee) respectively.
Salient Features
- The questions will be set from PIPFA prescribed syllabus
- There will be no mandatory classes for Gateway Examination. Those students who are willing to take classes may take regular classes of PIPFA subject to fulfilling its pre-requisites
- Gateway Examination would be conducted twice a year just in line with regular exams
- Students may opt for regular papers rather than Gateway
- There will be no restriction on retaking the Gateway Examination
- Passing criteria would be 50%
- Gateway Exam Duration 3 Hours
- Students will go through normal procedure of registrations and Exemption claim by paying required fees
Structure of Gateway Examination
| S.No | Subject | Mode of Exam | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Financial Reporting | MCQs / MTQs | 10 |
| Short Questions | 25 | ||
| 2 | Audit Assurance & Ethics | MCQs / MTQs | 10 |
| Short Questions | 25 | ||
| 3 | Business Organization | MCQs / MTQs | 10 |
| Short Questions | 20 | ||
| Total | 100 | ||
Testimonials and Feedback
What People Say About Us
Yawer Zakaria, APFA
CFO at Salsoft Technologies (Pvt) Ltd
Membership with PIPFA has been instrumental in enhancing my expertise in public finance and accounting, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards. It has provided access to a robust network of professionals and opportunities for continuous development, significantly contributing to my leadership journey and organizational impact.
Syed Naqi Raza
Director Finance & Accounting, KPMG Taseer Hadi & Co.
PIPFA is a well-recognized brand in the world of professional qualifications and a standard of excellence for public finance accountants. The PIPFA qualification significantly enhances an individual's experience and increases their value in the market. Sharing creates more value than competition, and PIPFA has joined hands with many international organizations, providing excellent opportunities for those working in the international market. The PIPFA professional qualification equips professionals with the knowledge and understanding of financial management in the public sector, making PIPFA a definitive choice as a platform to develop future financial managers.
Mr. Nazar Mohammad Ranjha - FPFA
Director General Audit (Sindh), Pakistan
If you are trying to find an institution that is providing the best training in Public Financial Management then go to PIPFA without any hesitation. This is the most authentic, reliable and genuine organization equipping the graduates with applied accounting and auditing techniques. The best part of PIPFA is that it adds in one’s skillset as well as helps in career progression. Pakistan’s most professional financial management organizations like Auditor General of Pakistan, Controller General of Accounts and Military Accountant General are on its partners’ list. PIPFA has broadened its horizon by expanding its services to different provincial governments, federal government and international partners like CIPFA. I hope that PIPFA will continue in its excellent job of producing public financial managers that are serving the nation by providing their product in the form of financial and audit reports to national and provincial legislatures
Mr. Usman Ahsan FPFA, FCA
CFO, Anjum Textiles, Pakistan
PIPFA is a qualification that has not only inferred on me a professional identity, but also provided with a wonderful opportunity to excel my career. The in-depth technical knowledge being imparted by this accounting body is nothing short of global standard. I feel privileged to be part of this auspecious Institute which has a value driven CPD program for its members.
Mr. Adnan Abdul Ghaffar – FPFA
Company Secretary & Tax Head, Amreli Steels Limited
PIPFA education has enriched me professionally and enhanced qualities needed to deal with a variety of challenges in today’s corporate life. This qualification opens new horizon of opportunities with high standards amidst strong core values. Strongly recommended for better career growth and professional development.
Mr. Muhammad Hamza APFA
Assistant Manager Large & Complex Audits - Deloitte UK
PIPFA is a great stepping stone for those who are considering a serious career in public finance. Multiple MOUs with international and local bodies also do open multiple avenues into the other fields of finance as well.