DISA 3.0 CANDIDATES — DON’T MISS THIS WINDOW
If You Are Pursuing DISA 3.0, This Is the Time to Finish It
The transition framework gives eligible DISA 3.0 candidates a limited opportunity to complete the existing course. Instead of waiting for the transition window to get closer to its end, use these two years strategically and aim to clear DISA 3.0 as early as possible.
Your 2-Year Opportunity
For existing DISA 3.0 candidates who have passed the Eligibility Test but have not yet cleared the Final Assessment Test, the notification provides a transition period of 6 attempts over 2 years from the launch of DISA 4.0 to clear under the old scheme, with no additional fee.
Don’t Treat These Two Years as Extra Time.
Treat Them as Your Final Opportunity to Finish DISA 3.0.
Treat Them as Your Final Opportunity to Finish DISA 3.0.
With the right preparation strategy, consistent revision and focused practice, you can use the available attempts intelligently rather than repeatedly appearing without a structured plan.
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Start With a Plan
Understand the syllabus, identify your weak areas and create a preparation roadmap designed around your attempt.
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Don’t prepare merely to pass. Prepare to perform. Our preparation resources are designed to help ambitious candidates target a strong result, including the goal of securing an All India Rank.
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If your goal is to clear DISA 3.0 within the transition window, don’t wait until the final attempts. Start preparing now, use the available resources effectively and give yourself the best possible chance of clearing in your first attempt.
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Important: The notification provides a 2-year transition period from the launch of DISA 4.0. The exact operational schedule and dates are to be announced separately. Plan your preparation around the official examination schedule.
DISA 4.0 — IMPORTANT UPDATE
DISA 4.0: What CA Members Need to Know About the New DISA Course
The Post Qualification Course on Information Systems Audit (DISA) is being upgraded from DISA 3.0 to DISA 4.0, with a stronger focus on practical, hands-on capabilities across information systems audit, cybersecurity, IT governance, risk management and more.
Important: The notification states that DISA 4.0 shall be launched soon and that further batches under DISA 3.0 are discontinued.
DISA 4.0 at a Glance
The revised DISA structure combines self-paced learning, live immersion and physical practical training to build stronger real-world audit and technology skills.
15 Hours
Self-Paced e-Learning
Build the foundational knowledge before moving into immersive and practical learning.
2 Days
Live Immersion
12 hours of live sessions designed to deepen understanding through guided learning.
8 Days
Physical Practical Training
A practical component intended to strengthen hands-on capabilities.
What Makes DISA 4.0 Different?
The upgraded structure is designed to strengthen practical and hands-on capabilities in a broad range of technology, audit, security and governance areas.
Information Systems Audit
Strengthen your understanding of modern information systems audit.
Cybersecurity Audit
Develop capabilities relevant to cybersecurity-focused audit work.
IT Governance
Understand governance considerations within technology environments.
Risk Management
Build practical awareness of technology and information risks.
Application Controls
Focus on controls within business applications and systems.
Identity & Access Management
Explore access and identity-related control considerations.
Network Security
Develop exposure to network security considerations relevant to audit.
IT Operations
Understand key technology operations and associated audit considerations.
Third-Party Risk
Consider technology risks arising through third-party relationships.
Incident Response
Gain exposure to incident-response considerations in technology environments.
Business Resilience
Understand resilience considerations for technology-dependent businesses.
Compliance
Develop awareness of technology-related compliance considerations.
DISA 3.0 to DISA 4.0: What Happens to Existing Candidates?
The notification provides different transition routes depending on where a candidate currently stands in the DISA journey.
| Candidate Category | Transition Option | Proposed Fee | Key Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Candidates | Direct admission to DISA 4.0 | ₹25,000 | 15 hours e-learning + 12 hours live sessions + 8 days physical classes |
| Existing DISA 3.0 candidates who have passed the Eligibility Test but not the Final Assessment Test | Transition period of 6 attempts over 2 years from the launch of DISA 4.0 to clear under the old scheme | No additional fee | After the transition window, migration to DISA 4.0 is required |
| DISA 3.0 candidates who completed classes, with ET and AT pending | Option to migrate to DISA 4.0 by attending 8-day bridge classes | ₹10,000 | Treated as an upgrade route; alternatively, the notification provides for completion of DISA 3.0 within 2 years |
| DISA 3.0 Qualified Members | Option to attend DISA+ Refresher Course | ₹20,000 | Non-mandatory; intended for skill upgradation |
Which DISA Route Applies to You?
Use your current DISA status to understand the broad route described in the notification.
Route 01
You are a fresh candidate
The notification provides for direct admission to DISA 4.0 with the full revised structure.
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Route 02
You passed ET but haven’t cleared AT
The notification provides a transition period of 6 attempts over 2 years from the launch of DISA 4.0, with no additional fee, to clear under the old scheme.
Route 03
Your DISA 3.0 classes are complete
The notification provides an upgrade route through 8-day bridge classes at a proposed ₹10,000 fee, while also providing for completion of DISA 3.0 within 2 years without extra fees.
Route 04
You are already DISA 3.0 qualified
The notification provides the option of attending the DISA+ Refresher Course at a proposed ₹20,000 fee. It is described as non-mandatory and intended for skill upgradation.
Why CA Professionals Should Pay Attention
Technology is increasingly connected with audit, controls, risk, governance, cybersecurity and business resilience. DISA 4.0’s revised structure reflects this broader technology-audit environment by placing greater emphasis on practical and hands-on capabilities.
The key takeaway
DISA is moving toward a more practically oriented learning structure. If you are considering DISA, already pursuing DISA 3.0, or have completed DISA 3.0, understanding your transition route is important before planning your next step.
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Important: Check the Final Operational Details
The notification states that the detailed schedule for registration, batches, examination and other operational guidelines will be announced separately. Therefore, the fees and transition provisions discussed on this page should be treated as the provisions stated in the notification and checked against the latest official operational announcement before making a final decision.
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Source note: This article is based on the DISA 3.0 to DISA 4.0 transition notification issued by the Digital Accounting and Assurance Board of ICAI. Detailed registration, batch, examination and operational guidelines are to be announced separately.
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