Direct entry student eligible for articleship in ca firms

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Lakshmi (Querist)

28 August 2012 Sir, i am lakshmi, i have completed my graduation with 76 % and i very much eager to apply for Direct entry scheme.

if i apply for direct entry scheme, even though i have one year experience in auditor office, whethere am i applicable for articleship in CA Firms such as price water house, Deloitte, E&y and others etc.

Lakshmi

Lakshmi (Querist)

29 August 2012 Sir, i am lakshmi, i have completed my graduation with 76 % and i very much eager to apply for Direct entry scheme.

If i apply for direct entry scheme, even though i have one year experience in auditor office, whethere am i applicable for articleship in CA Firms such as price water house, Deloitte, E&y and others etc.

Sir please help me

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Aashok Kumar Sharma

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21 July 2024 Yes, Lakshmi, if you apply for the Direct Entry Scheme under the Chartered Accountancy course, you may be eligible for articleship in CA firms such as PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Deloitte, Ernst & Young (EY), and others, provided you meet the following criteria:

1. **Direct Entry Eligibility**: To qualify for direct entry into the CA course, you need to have completed a graduation degree with at least 55% marks (or its equivalent in any other recognized foreign university) and have completed certain specified training programs like ITT (Information Technology Training) and Orientation Course.

2. **Experience**: Since you mentioned having one year of experience in an auditor's office, this can be counted towards the practical training requirement for articleship. According to the ICAI regulations, direct entry students are required to complete 100 hours of Information Technology Training (ITT) and 15 days of Orientation Program, but they are exempted from the Integrated Professional Competence Course (IPCC) exams.

3. **Articleship**: Articleship is a mandatory part of the CA course, where you gain practical experience under a practicing Chartered Accountant. If you meet the eligibility criteria for direct entry and have completed the required training, you can apply for articleship positions in reputed CA firms like the ones you mentioned.

4. **Application Process**: Each CA firm has its own recruitment process for articleship positions. You would typically apply directly to the firm through their career portals or by contacting their HR department. Make sure to highlight your academic achievements, practical experience, and interest in pursuing a career in Chartered Accountancy.

To summarize, if you fulfill the eligibility criteria for the Direct Entry Scheme and have relevant experience, you are eligible to apply for articleship positions in top CA firms. It's recommended to check the specific requirements of each firm and prepare your application accordingly. Good luck with your career aspirations!

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