Which is better for a CA Student? Regular College or Correspondence?

Suhani Ahuja | Last updated: 09 February 2022

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For aspiring Chartered Accountants in India, deciding between regular college and correspondence courses is a key step. While both paths lead to an equivalent degree, correspondence allows for earlier commencement of articleship, a significant advantage for many. However, regular college offers valuable exposure through internships, extracurricular activities, and campus placements, which can greatly enhance a CV and personal development.

Chartered Accountants are among Indias highest-paid professionals, and their job is fast-paced, challenging, and fraught with risk. Accountants help with bookkeeping and financial administration for firms. CAs, whether employed by a company or working on their own, make recommendations for achieving

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FAQ :

No, after three years of graduation, both regular college and correspondence students will hold an identical degree, and the curriculum for IPCC and B.Com(H) is similar.

Yes, universities generally do not disapprove of students taking professional courses while studying for their degrees, and the ICAI also permits students to enrol in other courses.

ICAI permits CA students pursuing graduation through distance learning to begin articleship concurrently with graduation, which is not the case for students in regular college.

Regular college provides opportunities for internships, involvement in college societies, participation in competitions, and campus placements, including at Big4 firms, which can build an impressive resume and enhance personality.

A potential drawback is the time constraint, as the standard graduate degree may take two years, by which time companions might be in their final year of training.