representing as ca when actually is not
This query is : Resolved
05 March 2017
under sec 24"falsely claiming to be a member" of ca act 1949. i have read under that section
that there is a prohibition to use designation chartered accountant for non member of icai. can he use prefix ca.. as i have seen my final students have email ids of prefix name . e.g.cashubham@gmail.com
05 March 2017
Having the combination of ca either before or after some one's name while creating a e-mail is not an issue. Only if some one uses the prefix CA on a visiting card, Letter head etc is violation of the provisions of the Act.
07 March 2017
wouldnt he be liable u/s 24 as
07 March 2017
he is not a ca but representing himself a ca
21 July 2025
Here's a clear explanation regarding the use of the "CA" designation by non-members under the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949, including Section 24:
Subject: Use of “CA” Designation by Non-Members and Liability under Section 24 of CA Act, 1949
Dear [Name],
As per the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949, particularly Section 24, it is illegal for a person who is not a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) to represent themselves as a Chartered Accountant.
Key Points:
Using "CA" as a Prefix or Suffix in Email IDs or Informal Communications:
Merely having "ca" as part of an email address like cashubham@gmail.com or as a username on social media does not constitute a violation of the Act. This is because an email ID is informal and does not imply professional representation.
Using "CA" in Formal Documents:
Displaying or using "CA" as a prefix or suffix on visiting cards, letterheads, signboards, professional correspondence, invoices, or any document that implies professional qualification or representation is a violation of the Act if the person is not a member of ICAI.
Liability under Section 24:
If a person falsely claims to be a Chartered Accountant or represents themselves as a member of ICAI when they are not, they can be prosecuted under Section 24, which prescribes penalties including fines or imprisonment.
Summary:
Your final students or anyone can have "ca" in their personal email IDs without legal issues.
However, actively presenting oneself as a Chartered Accountant to the public or clients without ICAI membership is illegal and punishable.
Those found guilty may face legal consequences under Section 24 of the CA Act, 1949.
Subject: Use of “CA” Designation by Non-Members and Liability under Section 24 of CA Act, 1949
Dear [Name],
As per the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949, particularly Section 24, it is illegal for a person who is not a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) to represent themselves as a Chartered Accountant.
Key Points:
Using "CA" as a Prefix or Suffix in Email IDs or Informal Communications:
Merely having "ca" as part of an email address like cashubham@gmail.com or as a username on social media does not constitute a violation of the Act. This is because an email ID is informal and does not imply professional representation.
Using "CA" in Formal Documents:
Displaying or using "CA" as a prefix or suffix on visiting cards, letterheads, signboards, professional correspondence, invoices, or any document that implies professional qualification or representation is a violation of the Act if the person is not a member of ICAI.
Liability under Section 24:
If a person falsely claims to be a Chartered Accountant or represents themselves as a member of ICAI when they are not, they can be prosecuted under Section 24, which prescribes penalties including fines or imprisonment.
Summary:
Your final students or anyone can have "ca" in their personal email IDs without legal issues.
However, actively presenting oneself as a Chartered Accountant to the public or clients without ICAI membership is illegal and punishable.
Those found guilty may face legal consequences under Section 24 of the CA Act, 1949.
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