Accounting & Commerce

No, unlike a popular misconception, the B.Com degree is not compulsory if you want to become a CA. The CA is a professional course like the MBA. After completing the 12th grade, you can enroll in this course through the CPT route. If you are looking to do CA after graduation, you must have a degree by the time you apply for the CA Intermediate. You can apply with any degree, like B.Sc. Or B.A. To pursue the CA course. The B.Com is typically recommended because it is relevant for the CA programme. You will learn the fundamentals of commerce and accounting in B.Com which will also be covered in your CA course. Hence, you can prefer it if you are not enrolled in any other degree; otherwise, you can pursue CA with any Bachelor's degree.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is well known for recruiting chartered accountants. It conducts campus placement programs twice a year for newly qualified CAs. The ICAI is really good for career growth in the accounting field. CAs in domestic positions can expect to earn up to Rs 22.30 Lacs per year. The average annual salary package is Rs. 8.40 Lacs for CAs recruited through ICAI campus drives. Other than that, ICAI is also known for Certificate courses like Forex and Treasury Management, business finance, etc. You can expect job roles in accounting, audit, financial management, taxation, etc. After taking courses from ICAI.