29 December 2008
Dear All I am a Commerce Graduate I want to go For CA Course After CPT, What is the Period of Article and other Formalities to Go for PCC Pls Let Me Know. Thaks in Advance
20 July 2025
Great to hear you’re planning to pursue CA! Here’s a quick guide regarding the PCC course and articleship after CPT:
1. After CPT (Common Proficiency Test): You can enroll for IPCC (Integrated Professional Competence Course), now called Intermediate Course. To register for IPCC, you need to register with ICAI after passing CPT. 2. Articleship Training Period: Duration: 3 years (mandatory practical training under a practicing Chartered Accountant). You can start your articleship after passing either Group 1 or both groups of IPCC. Minimum period before PCC: You need to complete 9 months of articleship training before registering for PCC (Professional Competence Course). 3. PCC (Professional Competence Course): PCC is the final stage before you appear for the CA Final. You must register for PCC after completing 9 months of articleship. PCC training duration is about 4 months. You can undergo PCC while continuing your articleship. Summary: Step Eligibility / Duration Register for IPCC After passing CPT Start Articleship After registration for IPCC Register for PCC After completing 9 months of articleship PCC duration About 4 months, can be concurrent with articleship Total articleship period 3 years