CTA — Chartered Tax Adviser

The UK’s premier tax qualification, awarded by the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT). The CTA designation is the gold standard for UK tax professionals. MojiTax offers 8 courses across all three CTA levels for the 2026 cycle — Exam Focus for Awareness, Professional Practice for Advanced Technical, and a CheatBook for the Application paper.

7
Exams to Complete
4 tax papers + 3 CBEs
8
Courses Available
Exam Focus, Professional Practice & CheatBook
CIOT
Chartered Institute of Taxation
UK’s leading tax body
Exam Structure

How the CTA qualification works

The CTA requires 7 exams: 4 tax papers across three levels, plus 3 computer-based exams (CBEs). There is no fixed order, but all CBEs must be completed before your final tax paper.

Awareness
1 Paper
  • A VAT including Stamp Taxes EF
  • B Corporation Tax
  • C Capital Gains Tax
  • D Taxation of Individuals EF
  • E Taxation of Unincorporated Businesses EF
Choose 3 of 5 modules, tested in one 3h15m paper. Your Awareness choices must not overlap with your AT or Application subjects.
Advanced Technical
2 Papers
  • AT Cross-Border & Environmental Taxes PP
  • AT Human Capital Taxes
  • AT IHT, Trusts & Estates PP
  • AT Indirect Taxation
  • AT Larger Companies & Groups PP
  • AT Owner Managed Businesses PP
  • AT Taxation of Major Projects
Choose 2 of 7 modules, each a separate 3h30m paper.
Application
1 Paper
  • AP Taxation of Individuals
  • AP Larger Companies & Groups
  • AP Owner-Managed Businesses CB
  • AP VAT and Other Indirect Taxes CB
  • AP IHT, Trusts & Estates
Choose 1 of 5 subjects for a single 3h30m paper. Your Application subject must not match your Awareness modules.
The full CTA journey: Pass 4 tax papers (1 Awareness + 2 Advanced Technical + 1 Application) and 3 computer-based exams (Law, Accounting, and Professional Responsibilities & Ethics — 1 hour each). Complete 3 years of practical experience to earn the Chartered Tax Adviser designation.
Course Types

Three course types for CTA

Each CTA level has a dedicated course type. Exam Focus and CheatBook courses include mock exams marked by professionals within 5 working days — a feature unique to MojiTax.

Exam Focus

Foundation Knowledge

Master the fundamentals

Comprehensive syllabus coverage designed with past papers in mind. No prior knowledge required — ideal for building your Awareness-level foundation.

  • Comprehensive eBook covering the full syllabus
  • Presentation with slides and audio lectures
  • Mock exam marked by a professional (5 working days)
£150
Awareness level
Professional Practice

Practice-Ready Skills

Think and work like a professional

Practice-focused eBook that gives you the feel of working in a corporate setting. Learn how professionals tackle day-to-day tax issues. No prior experience required.

  • Professional-setting case studies and scenarios
  • Hands-on practice via MojiTax Tools
  • Downloadable Skills Matrix with QR validation
  • 20-minute MCQ assessment
£500
Advanced Technical level
CheatBook

Exam Skills & Technique

Written with the examiner’s mindset

Not a course — a book. Focused on what examiners expect and how to deliver the perfect answer in the Application paper. Requires background knowledge.

  • Examiner-focused strategy and technique
  • Model answer structures that score marks
  • Scenario analysis and application skills
  • Mock exam marked by a professional (5 working days)
£250
Application level
Save with the CTA Exam Path — £1,800 for 3 years access to all 8 CTA courses. View Pricing
Study Options

Flexible ways to access CTA courses

Choose the purchasing option that fits your study plan and budget.

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Single Course

Buy individual courses as you need them. Ideal if you’re focusing on one module at a time.

12 months access per course · Browse catalogue
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CTA Exam Path Bundle

All 8 CTA courses in one package. Best value if you’re pursuing the full qualification.

£1,800 · 3 years access · View bundle
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Subscription

Awareness (Exam Focus) courses are on Essential (£34.99/mo). Advanced Technical and Application courses require Professional (£100/mo). Both plans include a 7-day free trial.

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CTA Questions

How many exams do I need to pass for the CTA? +

Seven exams in total: 4 tax papers (1 Awareness, 2 Advanced Technical, 1 Application) plus 3 computer-based exams in Law, Accounting, and Professional Responsibilities & Ethics. You also need 3 years of practical experience to earn the Chartered Tax Adviser designation.

Do I need to complete Awareness before Advanced Technical? +

No — there is no fixed order for the tax papers. However, all 3 CBEs must be completed before you sit your final tax paper. One important rule: your Awareness and Advanced Technical module choices cannot overlap in subject area.

Which Advanced Technical modules should I choose? +

Choose modules most relevant to your career. Owner Managed Businesses and Larger Companies & Groups are popular for general practice. IHT, Trusts & Estates suits private client work. Cross-Border & Environmental Taxes is ideal for international roles. Remember, your AT choices cannot overlap with your Awareness modules.

What’s the difference between course types for CTA? +

Each CTA level uses a different course type. Exam Focus (£150) covers Awareness — full syllabus with eBook, slides, and a mock exam. Professional Practice (£500) covers Advanced Technical — practice-focused with case studies and MojiTax Tools. CheatBook (£250) covers Application — exam technique and model answers. Full comparison in our FAQ

When will remaining courses be available? +

All 8 CTA courses are in development for the 2026 cycle. Courses marked “Coming Soon” are being actively developed. Contact us to pre-order any course at a 30% discount.

Ready to Become a Chartered Tax Adviser?

Browse our CTA courses in the catalogue, or get in touch if you need help choosing the right modules and course types.
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