National Forensic Admission Test (Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation)
Conducted by National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU)
NFAT Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation is conducted by NFSU for admission to specialized programmes focusing on financial crimes, fraud detection, forensic auditing and financial investigation.
Overview
The National Forensic Admission Test (NFAT) for Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation is designed for students interested in financial crime investigation, anti-money laundering, fraud detection, forensic auditing and corporate compliance. The programme combines accounting, finance, law and forensic investigation techniques.
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Process
- 1Stage 1: NFAT Registration
- 2Stage 2: NFAT Examination
- 3Stage 3: Merit List Preparation
- 4Stage 4: Counselling
- 5Stage 5: Admission Confirmation
Exam Pattern / Stages
Stage 1: NFAT FAFI Examination
Mode
Computer Based Test
Duration
90 Minutes
Questions
100
Total Marks
100
Medium
English
Negative Marking
No
Subjects:
National-level entrance examination for forensic accounting and fraud investigation programmes.
Syllabus
Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic
- Percentages
- Ratio and Proportion
- Profit and Loss
- Simple Interest
- Compound Interest
- Data Interpretation
Logical Reasoning
- Analytical Reasoning
- Critical Thinking
- Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Logical Deduction
Financial Awareness
- Banking Basics
- Financial Markets
- Accounting Concepts
- Corporate Governance
- Financial Regulations
Commerce Fundamentals
- Bookkeeping
- Business Studies
- Accounting Principles
- Financial Statements
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Economic Developments
- Financial Crimes
- Corporate Scandals
- Government Policies
Important Dates
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OC | As per official notification |
| OBC / BC | As per official notification |
| SC / ST | Concession as per rules |
| Women | As per official notification |
| PWD / PH | As per official notification |
Payment Mode: Online
Preparation Strategy
Focus on aptitude, reasoning, commerce fundamentals and current financial developments. Build awareness of fraud cases, banking systems and financial regulations.
Beginner
Strengthen basic accounting and quantitative aptitude concepts.
Intermediate
Practice reasoning questions and financial awareness topics.
Advanced
Take mock tests and study real-world financial fraud cases.
Recommended Books
Quantitative Aptitude
R.S. Aggarwal
Principles of Accounting
S.N. Maheshwari
Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
Mary-Jo Kranacher
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NFAT FAFI?
It is the entrance examination for Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation programmes offered by NFSU.
Do I need a Commerce background?
No. Eligibility is based on Class 12 qualification, subject to programme requirements.
Is there negative marking?
Generally, NFAT does not have negative marking.
What careers are available after this programme?
Fraud investigation, forensic accounting, compliance, auditing and financial crime analysis.
Quick Facts
Conducting Body
National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU)
Exam Level
National
Category
Forensic Studies
Attempts
No restriction
Last Date
May