Who prescribes CA syllabus?

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Ritu Rathee | Contributor-Level 8

2 years ago

The syllabus for the Chartered Accountant (CA) programme in India is prescribed by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). ICAI is the national professional accounting body that regulates the accounting profession in India.

Here's a breakdown of how ICAI is involved in the CA syllabus

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Vipra Shrivastava | Contributor-Level 10

2 years ago

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the agency that conducts and regulates CA profession in the country, prescribes the CA syllabus for all three levels- Foundation, Intermediate and Final as well as other courses/certifications. They are the sole authority in India for deciding the syl

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