Eligibility Critaria
Querist : Anonymous
I m a newly qualified C.A. but i m not Graduate, i want to know whether it is possible to me to appear in IAS Exam?
Also ICAI Has a MOU with IGNOU For Providing B.Com Degree in 1 Yrs for C.A., Whether this B. Com Degree will be regarded as Graduation for IAS Exam?
Thanking You.
Querist : Anonymous
I m a newly qualified C.A. but i m not Graduate, i want to know whether it is possible to me to appear in IAS Exam?
Also ICAI Has a MOU with IGNOU For Providing B.Com Degree in 1 Yrs for C.A., Whether this B. Com Degree will be regarded as Graduation for IAS Exam?
Thanking You,,
1. **Eligibility for IAS Exam**: To be eligible for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) exam conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), candidates need to fulfill certain educational qualifications. According to the UPSC guidelines, candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification.
- Since you mentioned that you are not a graduate but have completed CA, you would need to obtain a bachelor's degree from a recognized university to meet the educational eligibility criteria for the IAS exam. Without a bachelor's degree, you may not be eligible to appear for the exam.
2. **IGNOU's B.Com Degree for CA**: IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) offers a special B.Com degree program for Chartered Accountants, which is designed to be completed in one year. This program is recognized by IGNOU and may be beneficial for CA professionals looking to obtain a formal bachelor's degree.
- However, it's essential to verify whether this specific B.Com degree from IGNOU is recognized by UPSC as equivalent to a regular bachelor's degree for the purpose of IAS eligibility. UPSC has its own set of guidelines for recognizing educational qualifications, so it's recommended to check with UPSC or their official website to confirm whether IGNOU's B.Com degree for CA holders meets their criteria.
In summary, while you have achieved a significant milestone by becoming a CA, to appear for the IAS exam, you typically need to first obtain a recognized bachelor's degree. IGNOU's B.Com degree for CA holders could potentially fulfill this requirement, but you should verify its recognition by UPSC for IAS eligibility purposes.
It's advisable to contact UPSC or visit their official website for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding eligibility criteria for the IAS exam.
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