Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA)

Request to Apply for the Accounting Technician Exam

The Application for the Accounting Technician Exam service is an electronic platform provided by the Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants allowing qualified individuals holding diplomas or bachelor's degrees in accounting or related fields to register for an official certification exam. The exam assesses theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for daily accounting functions, such as bookkeeping, invoice processing, financial statement preparation, and cost accounting, targeting especially small and medium enterprise sectors.

Applicants create personal accounts on the SOCPA portal, complete application forms with personal and qualification details, submit required documents like certificates and IDs, select exam dates and locations, and pay fees (SAR 1,200 for first attempts, SAR 500 for retakes). Financial support is available for Saudi nationals through the Human Resources Development Fund ('Hadaf').

The exam consists of 60 multiple-choice questions over 150 minutes, requiring a 60% passing score. Candidates may defer the exam twice upon submitting a deferral request 14 days prior.

Importance of the service

Provides professional qualification for accounting activities in varied business sectors.
Enhances candidates’ skills for accurate and efficient daily accounting tasks.
Facilitates user-friendly digital registration and tracking.
Supports employment in key SME economic segments.
Certifies individuals with recognized credentials locally and internationally.

Challenges

Meeting documentation and procedural deadlines.
Mastering comprehensive exam content spanning multiple accounting topics.
Managing limited exam session availability and scheduling adherence.
Ongoing training commitment to maintain skill levels compatible with workforce demands.
Target Sector General
Affiliated Authority Saudi Organization for Auditors and Accountants
Estimated Duration10 days
Gov Approval Window5 working days
Service Pricing240
Government Fee1200

Mandatory Conditions

  • ✓ Holders of a diploma (or any higher degree) in accounting (provided that the duration of the diploma is not less than two academic years) from Saudi universities, colleges, institutes, or similar recognized bodies.
  • ✓ Holders of a bachelor’s degree (or any higher degree) in one of the following specializations: business administration, financial, administrative, and economic sciences, from Saudi universities and other recognized universities.
  • ✓ Holders of a bachelor’s degree in any other specialty from Saudi universities and other recognized universities, provided that they have obtained (15) hours in accounting or completed them using methods approved by the Commission*.

Required Documents

  • ✓ A colored personal photo.
  • ✓ A copy of your bachelor’s degree, diploma or master’s degree.
  • ✓ A copy of the passport for non-Saudis.
  • ✓ A declaration and authorization form, a certificate equivalency decision, or a certificate verification report.
  • ✓ ID photo.